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Sometimes it’s just too dang hot out to do any serious exercising with your dog. I normally recommend a walk every single day for most dogs, but I live in an area where it rarely gets above 85 degrees (that’s nothing for some of you!). For unbearably hot days, I still try to walk at 5 a.m. or in the evening, but I know that’s not always possible and some pups really need a mid-day activity. Here is my list of exercise ideas for dogs in the heat. These have worked well for the dogs I kno …

It seems like every day a new dog treat is in the news for being unhealthy, harmful or dangerous for your pet. With so many options, it's difficult to keep track and know what your pet would like best. At dogIDs, we believe in giving your dog the best treats made from top notch ingredients. Here are a few of our favorites:Made in Fargo One of our favorite treats for your pup is made just a few blocks from our office. Brew Chewz are made using the mash left behind in the brewing process of …

You’ve heard it before, dogs are expensive. There is the initial adoption fee which helps keep your local rescue running, all the food, toys, tags, treats and of course regular vet check-ups. Sure, it all seems pretty manageable. As with any other lifestyle change, you check your budget, put some money in a separate savings account and stay on top of being the best Dog Mom or Dad you can be.However, unexpected or emergency vet bills can throw off your whole plan.What is Pet Insurance?Pet insuran …

Dog agility is a sport where a handler and dog work together as a team. The handler directs the off-leash dog through an obstacle course. During an actual competition, each dog is judged on time and accuracy. Some people and dogs participate in agility for fun without actually competing. Others travel across the country to test their skills against other teams. Here are someReasons to give agility a try with your dog:1. No experience necessary.If dog agility is a new concept to you and your dog, …

Dogs and cats can get cancer too and it's on an alarming increase. Since May is Pet Cancer Awareness Month, I want to share some things you can do all year to raise pet cancer awareness. I hope these tips will be helpful for keeping your own pets healthy as well as raising overall awareness for all pets. Raising Pet Cancer Awareness1. Keep your pets as healthy as possible. No matter how healthy our pets are, it’s still possible for them to get cancer. But, we can potentially dec …

What Does a Therapy Dog Do?Therapy dogs are often confused with service dogs. Service dogs are specially trained from the time they are puppies to help humans with a wide variety of challenges such as visual impairment, diabetes, PTSD, seizures, etc. Service dogs live with the person that needs the help and usually accompany that person everywhere. Therapy dogs may or may not be trained, and bring comfort and joy to people in many situations. In this blog, you will learn about the benefits of t …

Clean dog ears are very important. If your dog is pawing at his ears or shaking his head more than usual, he may have an ear infection. Or, maybe he just needs his ears cleaned. This post will go over some basic ear care tips you can follow for your dog. It will also help you decide when you might want to seek help from a veterinarian. At-home tips for keeping your dog’s ears clean Katherine van Ekert is a veterinarian with VetPronto, and she gave me some ideas dog owners can try to …

With countless options ranging from grain-free kibble to raw diets, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Adding to the complexity is the fact that each dog has unique dietary needs based on factors like breed, age, activity level, and health conditions.  A well-rounded approach to feeding your dog involves more than just choosing the right commercial food. It includes incorporating fresh vegetables and fruits, ensuring adequate protein intake, monitoring weight, and providing proper hydration. …

When I foster dogs, it would be great to have a leash that says “ADOPT ME” to let people know the cute dog at my side is looking for a home. I like to take my foster dogs out and about to public places to get them attention, but I’m shy about starting conversations with strangers. This type of leash could help me get a conversation going with potential adopters. dogIDs is now offering Embroidered Awareness Dog Leashes. These nylon leashes come in highly visible colors and you can ch …

Today is National Dog Day, a day where we celebrate man's best friend and bring awareness to the many worthy dogs that need a home.  Dogs are great companions,  always there to comfort us when we're sad and make us laugh with their antics. They deserve some appreciation! With that in mind, here are the top 5 things you can do today to celebrate. National Dog Day1) Adopt a Dog Obviously this doesn't work for everyone, but if you've been thinking about it and have yet to …