dogIDs "How-To" Dog Blog

How To Take A Family Photo With Your Dog
Is a family photo really complete without your favorite pup? Our furry friends are naturally apart of our family so it makes sense that they need to be included in the family photo. Here are some tips for getting the perfect family photo with your dog.Coordinating outfitsWhat’s more fun than having coordinating outfits with your favorite pet? Matching with your dog is a great way to include them i…
What does your dog really want for a holiday gift?
Just for fun, I asked a couple of dog owners what they think their dogs might really want for a holiday gift this year.Here’s what they had to say:Charlotte the Yorkie & Pippa the Yorkie mix“Pippa would love food, food and more food!” said Emily Lyons about her Yorkie/Maltese mix (pictured above, right).Charlotte, on the other hand, would love a sling-type puppy carrier.“She constantly wants to be…
I Scream, You Scream, Dogs Bark for Ice Cream
A New Tag For Your Best FriendUnique Enamel Dog Tags by Andrew Our stainless steel painted designer dog tags were uniquely designed by our artisan partner Andrew and will surely make you and your best friend stand out in the pack! Durable, colorful, fun and stylish at the same time! We're proud of these dog tags and your dog will surely be excited to have this ice cream tag hanging on his or her c…
Do it Yourseslf Dog Halloween Costumes
The leaves are changing, temps are cooling and the pumpkin craze has begun. Fall is here! And that means Halloween isn’t far behind. Little children in costumes are adorable, but what’s even better than that? Pets in costumes. I always try and dress my pets up somehow for Halloween, although two of my three won’t tolerate it for more than a second. If you have a pet that will tolerate being g…
7 Ways to Save Money on Dog Care
Dog care can get expensive, especially if you have multiple dogs. The following are some tips and tricks from me and fellow dog lovers on how to save money in the long run on food, vet bills, boarding and other expenses. Please share your ideas in the comments.Saving Money on Dog Care1. Buy higher-quality items. If you spend more up front on higher-quality items, you can usually end up saving…
Pet Poison Prevention – What You Need to Know
March is Pet Poison Prevention Awareness Month, and we want to remind pet owners about some of the most common pet poisons found in and around people’s homes. Sometimes pet lovers are not aware that certain household items can actually be very toxic to dogs and cats. We created this infographic to help raise awareness about some of the most common causes of pet poisoning.Pet Pois…
The Top Dog Names of 2014 for Puppy Name Ideas
One of the best things about working at dogIDs is that you get to see all kinds of creative dog names go by. Whether you're in engraving, shipping or talking with customers - you get to be exposed to a huge variety of dog names - for dogs of every breed, size and temperament!Top 20 Dog Names We thought it would be fun to go back through the orders of 2014 and find out which dog names "reigned…