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Is Dog Daycare Right for Your Dog?
Is Dog Daycare Right for Your Dog?
It’s hard not to feel guilty when you’re away at work all day and your dog is home alone.On the other hand, most dogs just sleep when we’re gone, and they are very adaptable to our schedules, especially if they’re getting plenty of exercise and interaction while we’re home.This post will go over how to decide if dog daycare is a good choice for your unique dog. I will also give some tips on how to…
4 Tips to Stop a Dog From Jumping
4 Tips to Stop a Dog From Jumping
Dogs love to greet their dog friends by jumping on one another. It's a way for them to show affection. However, this is not exactly a polite way for dogs to greet people.If you have a dog with a jumping habit, the following tips should help teach your dog a more appropriate way to greet his human friends.Tips to stop a dog’s jumping1. Don’t engage with a dog who’s jumping.It’s best not to res…
4 Reasons To Ditch Your Retractable Leash
4 Reasons To Ditch Your Retractable Leash
While retractable leashes may seem like a way to make dog walks easier, you might want to take a second look. Below is a list of the top 4 reasons why we are absolutely, positively not in love with retractable leashes:4 Reasons to Ditch the Retractable Leash1. They’re dangerous for your dog. These leashes can practically extend across state lines. The extra length gives your dog free…
What You Need To Know About Hemp Dog Collars
What You Need To Know About Hemp Dog Collars
Hemp dog collars are perfect for owners who want to improve their carbon footprint for themselves and their dog. Because of its sustainability and comfort, hemp dog collars are perfect for the environmentalist and the dog-lover. What’s the difference between hemp and marijuana? When people first hear the word “hemp,” they often think of marijuana. However, hemp is much differe…
Dog Won't Swallow Pills? Pinterest to the Rescue!
Dog Won't Swallow Pills? Pinterest to the Rescue!
Taking pills is awful no matter who you are. Think about it. Dogs, a species that enjoys eating its own poop, cringe at the thought of swallowing pills. Thankfully, Pinterest offers tips on how to be the [dog pill] Master of Disguise.5 Ways to Make Your Dog Swallow Pills From hand feeding to traditional pill pockets, a variety of methods exist for getting dogs to take pills. While t…
Pumpkin For Dogs - The Ultimate Guide
Pumpkin For Dogs - The Ultimate Guide
At dogIDs we are all about improving the lives of dogs. Because of this, we have many people ask us health questions about their dogs. One of the most common questions that you ask is about healthy superfoods for dogs. Specifically, you ask if your dog can eat pumpkin. The short answer is yes! Pumpkin For Dogs - The Ultimate Pet Superfood Here's the long answer: Pumpkin has many…
Why Small Business Saturday Is Important For You
Why Small Business Saturday Is Important For You
Small Business Saturday Small Business Saturday is a way to recognize small and local businesses throughout the U.S. By shopping at a small company, like dogIDs, you’ll receive superior customer service and products that hold higher value and quality than that of big box stores.How You Can Benefit From Shopping At A Small Business By supporting a small business, you'll receive higher quality pro…
How To Keep Your Pet Safe From Ticks
How To Keep Your Pet Safe From Ticks
From April through September, there’s a common parasite to look out for on your pet: ticks. These bugs are small but mighty and can cause serious problems for your pet if they’re not removed. Pet owners of all types should be well-versed in where their pets can pick up ticks, how to remove them, and how to prevent ticks in the first place. Here are all your tick questions, answered:…
Paw It Forward Now To Improve The Lives Of Dogs
Paw It Forward Now To Improve The Lives Of Dogs
Paw It Forward With dogIDs Started in 2015, our Paw It Forward program gives our customers the opportunity to support wonderful organizations that improve the lives of dogs. Every dog lover that shops on our site can donate $1, $5 or more to the nonprofit we’re featuring for the quarter. At dogIDs, our mission is to improve the lives of dogs. We seek only the best partners to feature for…
How to Help a Dog Lose Weight – 5 Tips
How to Help a Dog Lose Weight – 5 Tips
It’s hard enough for some of us to stick to our own healthy eating and exercise plans, so it’s not surprising so many of our dogs are overweight. Besides the obvious - eat less and exercise more - this post includes some tips on how to help an overweight dog return to a fit and healthy state. I hope you’ll also share some of your own tips in the comments section. How to help a d…
5 Fun Facts About Dogs That You May or May Not Know
5 Fun Facts About Dogs That You May or May Not Know
Have you ever wondered why dogs do the things they do? Or what makes their behavior so unique? We scoured the web to dig up five fun facts about our furry friends. Call it a doggie FAQ or things you never knew you wanted to know. Go ahead, impress your friends with your canine know-how.Doggie Fun FactsWhy do dogs spin around before going poo? One day when I took Brick out to go potty, a neigh…
What Are Your Unspoken Rules While Dog Walking?
What Are Your Unspoken Rules While Dog Walking?
Each dog owner has her own set of “rules” she follows while out and about with her pup.For example, I’m pretty firm with my two dogs and don’t let them get away with much. (Tough love.) I’m sure you have your own dog walking “rules” as well, whether as a fellow dog owner or when using a dog walking service.And have you ever come across another dog on a walk and thought to yourself, “My dog would n…
Where to Buy the Best Dog Products
Where to Buy the Best Dog Products
Finding the best products for your dog can be ruff. There are so many companies, stores, boutiques, and online websites dedicated to dog products. It can be overwhelming.We're here to make the process a little easier for you. Here are our Top 5 places Where to Buy the Best Dog Products:BarkBoxBarkBox is a monthly subscription service that sends you toys, treats and other fun products through the m…
Top 5 Last-Minute Gifts For Dog Lovers
Top 5 Last-Minute Gifts For Dog Lovers
Christmas is less than two weeks away, and if you’re anything like us, you’ve waited until the last minute to get some of the items on your holiday list. Fear not. If there’s a dog lover on your gift, dogIDs has you covered. And it’s your lucky day…today (12/16) is the last day to choose priority shipping and still get your items delivered by Christmas Eve!Here are our favorites for last minute ho…
Why Dogs Shed and How to Reduce It
Why Dogs Shed and How to Reduce It
Thanks to our guest blogger, Emma Olson, for sharing her experience with shedding in her dog Brownie. Dog Hair About a month ago, I started noticing how often I was sweeping my floors. It wasn’t dirt I was piling into my dustpan, but dog hair. So. Much. Dog. Hair. This can’t be normal, I thought as I watched Brownie, my 7-year-old pointer/lab mix, walk across my clean…