Dog ID tags are usually one of the first things that new dog owners need to consider after welcoming a dog into the family. Dog licence, vet / vaccination and custom dog tags are the 3 pieces of ID that are typically encountered through the course of new dog ownership.

But it typically isn’t clear what tags a dog needs to wear when they leave the home, and why, which results in an incomplete set of ID. Just take a trip to the dog park, and you’ll discover that the majority of dogs have just 1 or 2 ID tags on their collar.

In fact, about 75% of dogs in Canada don't have a complete set of ID.

Why Do I Need Dog ID Tags?

For most people, the moment they realize their pet is lost, minutes feel like hours… panic sets in, and the search begins. For this reason, having a complete set of ID gives a lost dog the best chance of getting home as fast as possible.

A complete set of ID gives any potential rescuer the information they need to get your dog home safe, in just about any situation.

DawgTag consolidates licence, vet/vaccination and owner contact details all onto designer dog tags.

What types of ID should your dog have?

As you think about your dog's ID tags, keep in mind that you are communicating with a person that can help get your dog home.

The necessary information that should be included on the dog's ID tag is:

Personal Information (Dog/Owner name & contact)

Aside from your pooch’s name, the primary emergency contact name and number should be included.

If a dog goes for an extended trot down the street, ownership / name and contact information would help a neighbour or passerby return home with a quick call or text.

Vet/vaccination information

Vet Clinics typically issue a tag after vaccination. It includes the rabies vaccination date, an ID number and clinic information.

In the event of injury (which we hope never, ever happens), a potential rescuer may contact a dog’s home vet clinic to provide immediate assistance, with the advantage of having medical records on-hand.

Dog Licence

In general, all dogs must be licensed. Licensed dogs are registered with your local animal services and assigned a tag with a licence number and animal services contact number.

What about Microchips?

Microchips are great, however it takes time and equipment to work. The best idea that most vets suggest is to mention the word "microchip" on the tag so that the public knows that your dog can be traced.

So that means 3 tags! With 3 tags, it’ll sound like Christmas every time your dog is around!

Consolidate 3 tags

Consolidate all the information from all 3 tags onto a single DawgTag One tag, available in black or silver, made of electroplated stainless steel and permanent laser marked text.