Dog Tags

Dog owners will agree that having their dog become lost is one of the worst imaginable fears. And although precautions are taken against your dog becoming lost, measures should also be taken to ensure their return in the event that the unthinkable does occur. Dog tags are the best way to make sure you can be reached in the event that someone finds your little pal looking lost and confused. Dog tags have evolved into different forms, are able to hold much more information, and in some cases subject to 24 hour support via a toll free telephone number. Choosing dog tags leaves a pet owner with many options to choose from and the added peace of mind that your dog tags will speak for your friend in their time of need.

Many pet stores now have an engraving machine at the front of the store at which a pet owner may personalize dog tags in just minutes. These types of dog tags usually contain the dog's name, owner's name and contact information and are a simple and an effective way of making sure the dog is identified at all times. Other dog tags include a phrase such as "I am lost" and include an identification number and telephone number. Operators can match your dog using the identification number provided by the caller and contact you to make arrangements to reunite you with your lost little family member.

Other dog tags are shaped as a tube which unscrews to reveal a scrolled up piece of paper detailing the pet identification information. In addition to contact information, this format of dog tag allows for much more information including vaccinations, veterinarian information and possible special needs. The information is concealed within the tube until needed, protecting the owner's privacy while enjoying a stroll with their dog.

However, there are recent advances which make some dog tags quite technical and able to store a lot of information which still proving to be user friendly. Digital dog tags are programmable to hold information regarding your dog and display on an LCD screen at the touch of a button. The memory capacity available allows you to include such necessary information such "I am deaf" or "I have bad arthritis" so you are sure your dog's needs are properly attended to until you can become reunited.