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5 Tips for Bringing Your Dog to Outdoor Restaurants
5 Tips for Bringing Your Dog to Outdoor Restaurants
Do you ever bring your dog along to outdoor coffee shops or restaurants? Or do you wish you could? It’s one of my favorite things to do with my dog Ace, but he’s had lots of training and practice. I know it’s not so easy for some dogs to remain calm when out and about. If you like to bring your dog along out in public, please share your tips in the comments. The following are some sugges…
10 New Puppy Parent Mistakes You Need To Avoid
10 New Puppy Parent Mistakes You Need To Avoid
Puppy owners everywhere want to provide excellent care for their pups. Puppies come with their own challenges—the potty training, the chewing, the energy—they can be exhausting. Want to know how to be the best puppy owner out there? Avoid these 10 puppy owner mistakes, and you’ll be all set. Skipping Vet Visits and VaccinationsDon’t save trips to the veterinarian for only when your puppy is sick.…
4 Ways You Can Treat Your Dog This Valentine's Day
4 Ways You Can Treat Your Dog This Valentine's Day
Is your furry friend your Valentine this year? Here are 4 ways you can treat your favorite dog this Valentine’s Day.Showing Affection There are many ways you can show your favorite pup love without getting them a gift. For Valentine’s Day spend a little extra time playing with your dog. Throwing a couple more rounds of frisbee or ball will make your four legged friend feel appreciated. Don’t…
Growing Through Life Stages with Your Dog Collar
Growing Through Life Stages with Your Dog Collar
From puppy to adult, dog collars can be frustrating. Which is right for a puppy? What about teenage years? Can my puppy wear the same collar from puppyhood to adulthood? How does my puppy grow into their dog collar?As a new puppy owner, you may have all these questions and more. At dogids.com, we are here to help! Check out this infographic below to view our recommended dog collars for your aging…
3 Considerations Before Giving A Pet This Christmas
3 Considerations Before Giving A Pet This Christmas
Before Giving A Pet This ChristmasWhile an animal might seem like the ultimate Christmas gift, there’s quite a few things to consider before buying a dog or cat for someone or for yourself for Christmas.1. Is the recipient a child or an adult?If you’re planning to give a child a pet, it’s important to recognize that the primary caretaker of the dog or cat will likely be the child’s parents. If the…
What Dog Supplies You Need for a New Dog
What Dog Supplies You Need for a New Dog
Are you bringing a new addition into your family? New year new puppy, right? If you’ve got a new bundle of fur joining your home, you need to stock up on some essentials.You may be asking yourself, “What do I need for my new puppy?” Well, we’ve got the answer: a bunch of stuff. Supplies Your New Pup Will NeedCollar & LeashFor a new puppy, a good first collar to choose is a nylon adjustable collar.…
The Top Dog Names of 2014 for Puppy Name Ideas
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…