This lets any good citizen know that your dog can be traced back to you. It's a good idea to engrave "Mirochipped" on the ID tag.
In fact, any reputable breeder will require a microchip before they'll send you home with your canine compadre. I absolutely recommend doing this immediately if you haven't already. Microchipping your pet is a safe and effective way to to ensure that you're the first person contacted in the event she ends up in a shelter somewhere. Listing the rabies tag number and year of vaccination can be done on your pet’s ID. Rabies is a viral disease most often transmitted through the bite of a rabid animal. A simple google search of ‘pet licensing in _ County’ will lead you to your local county website. Knowing your local government requirements for pet identification is important.
If you decide you want to add a name, put whatever your dog is used to being called. Instead, you may want to include a message like "I am loved," which tells the rescuer that if your dog appears undernourished, it's not from the owner's neglect - we both know your pooch is a little spoiled. In general, adding the name doesn't do much for solving a lost dog situation. This makes it more difficult for a would-be thief to claim the animal as his own. If this is a concern, leave the name off of the dog tag. It's not something you want to think about, but sometimes, pets are stolen. They're as unique as we humans, so listing some relevant quirks can make the process less stressful for everyone involved.ĭoes your furry little buddy need daily medication? Does he have a bad hip or an unusual allergy? You may want to add this if there's room. Maybe your dog is frightened by loud noises or hates being petted on the left side. Chases cats." This will help ensure that if someone brings your dog home, they don't leave him in an environment where there's opportunity for something to go terribly wrong. Or, a short combo can accomplish both, like "Loves kids. Is your dog a giant teddy bear without a mean bone in his body? Then you could engrave something like, "I'm super friendly." Does you four-legged pal love humans but detest other canines? Then add "I don't like dogs" to their dog tags. Offering cash money may incentivize someone to "do the right thing" and contact you. And so they may not be as inclined to help your big sweetie find his way home. The reality is, not everyone loves dogs like we do. Even if you live alone, list a trusted friend or family member who will answer their phone in the event that your phone is down the hall or on the fritz. If you can, list a first name followed by the phone number. Who's most likely to answer their phone if a strange number calls it? You might be buying the pet ID tag, but your spouse may be the one who always has their phone at their side.
A secondary emergency phone number is always helpful in the event you can’t be reached right away. The most basic information will be your pet’s name and at least one emergency contact number. I'll list each element of the ID tag, from most necessary to least, because some pet ID tags only offer so much room for engraved text. Think about what you'd want to communicate to a stranger if he or she found your beloved companion wandering the neighborhood. Then, we'll dive into the five custom dog tag options and discuss why each is worthwhile. You're totally right.įirst, I'll share briefly what should be included on your pet ID tag. You could run to the big box store and watch the giant etching machine carve up a new one for you.but you're thinking maybe there's a better option. While microchipping is important, wearable ID is the quickest way to be reunited with a lost pet. To increase these odds, wearable ID for your pet is a must. The return to owner (RTO) ratio of a lost pet is around 30%, according to the ASPCA. It can happen to even the most vigilant pet owner: a gate or door is left open, and their beloved cat or dog takes off. You're here, so I'm guessing you've either adopted a new member of the family, or the old dog tag has disappeared or become hard to read. Perhaps your pooch has bolted out the door and you don’t want to spend another night driving around the neighborhood calling for Fido.
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