{"id":3210,"date":"2020-04-17T21:36:54","date_gmt":"2020-04-17T21:36:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dogtime.engagingreview.com\/reviews\/?p=3210"},"modified":"2024-08-07T13:04:46","modified_gmt":"2024-08-07T13:04:46","slug":"the-5-best-dog-tags","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dogtime.com\/reviews\/the-5-best-dog-tags\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Dog Tags"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>GoTags Personalized Slide-On ID Tag<\/h2>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/GoTags-Personalized-Stainless-Engraved-Closure\/dp\/B00416J9F6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><div class=\"amazon-card\"><div class=\"product-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/GoTags-Personalized-Stainless-Engraved-Closure\/dp\/B00416J9F6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img title='GoTags Personalized Slide-On ID Tag' alt='GoTags Personalized Slide-On ID Tag' src='https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51MYluQFMrL.jpg' \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"product-details\"><h3 class=\"product-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/GoTags-Personalized-Stainless-Engraved-Closure\/dp\/B00416J9F6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Take A Walk On The Wild Slide<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"product-summary\">Adding a few choice upgrades to the classic dog tag, GoTags gets our award for the best overall dog tag.<\/div><\/div><div class='product-award'><div>Best Overall<\/div><\/div><p class=\"find-in-btn-wrap\"><a class=\"find-in-btn btn-amazon product-amazon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/GoTags-Personalized-Stainless-Engraved-Closure\/dp\/B00416J9F6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Find on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/a>\n<p>GoTags, who\u2019ve been making dependable, personalized <a href=\"https:\/\/dogtime.com\/reviews\/the-best-dog-tags-2\/\">dog tags<\/a> for decades, levels-up from the traditional tag with their Slide-On ID Tag. Featuring up to four lines of engraved, personal information, the tag slides onto your dog\u2019s collar instead of dangling from the collar by a hook. Not only does this prevent loss due to breakage &#8211; which can happen when you have more than one playful pup &#8211; but it also prevents the annoying jangle of a tag knocking against your dog\u2019s collar. With four different sizes to choose from, you\u2019re certain to find a tag that will fit both the size of your collar and the size of your dog.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Made of durable stainless steel<\/li>\n<li>Will not rust or corrode<\/li>\n<li>Permanent laser etching<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Not curved like a neck<\/li>\n<li>Won\u2019t fit extra-wide covers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Platinum Pets Pawsitively Safe Pet Finder Tag<\/h2>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Platinum-Pets-Pawsitively-Safe-Finder\/dp\/B01MCYILF1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><div class=\"amazon-card\"><div class=\"product-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Platinum-Pets-Pawsitively-Safe-Finder\/dp\/B01MCYILF1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img title='Platinum Pets Pawsitively Safe Pet Finder Tag' alt='Platinum Pets Pawsitively Safe Pet Finder Tag' src='https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41PwaIWi+dL.jpg' \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"product-details\"><h3 class=\"product-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Platinum-Pets-Pawsitively-Safe-Finder\/dp\/B01MCYILF1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Pawsitively The Best Alternative To A Chip<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"product-summary\">Using a combination of personal information and social media, Platinum Pets provides a trackable tag for your dog.<\/div><\/div><div class='product-award'><div>Best Trackable Tag<\/div><\/div><p class=\"find-in-btn-wrap\"><a class=\"find-in-btn btn-amazon product-amazon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Platinum-Pets-Pawsitively-Safe-Finder\/dp\/B01MCYILF1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Find on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/a>\n<p>Like most <a href=\"https:\/\/dogtime.com\/reviews\/the-best-dog-tags\/\">dog tags<\/a>, the Platinum Pets Pawsitively Safe Pet Finder Tag contains all your pet\u2019s personal information, but the similarities end there. On the back of the tag is a unique code that you can enter on the Pawsitively Safe website, where you can create your own unique profile which includes your phone number and email. If your dog winds up missing, the person who finds her can enter the code from the tag on the website, which will then alert you to your pet\u2019s location through phone, text or email. You can also create \u201cLost Pet\u201d posters through the site featuring your contact information that you can share with friends and neighbors through social media.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Scratch- and water-resistant coating preserves information<\/li>\n<li>Compatible with PC, tablet or mobile phone<\/li>\n<li>No monthly fees for website<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Not intended to send GPS information<\/li>\n<li>Requires proprietary hook for collar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>GoTags Personalized Bone Tag<\/h2>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/GoTags-Stainless-Personalized-Engraved-Regular\/dp\/B085MH756K\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><div class=\"amazon-card\"><div class=\"product-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/GoTags-Stainless-Personalized-Engraved-Regular\/dp\/B085MH756K\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img title='GoTags Personalized Bone Tag' alt='GoTags Personalized Bone Tag' src='https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51BM2SWgviL.jpg' \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"product-details\"><h3 class=\"product-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/GoTags-Stainless-Personalized-Engraved-Regular\/dp\/B085MH756K\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">The First, The Original, The Classic<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"product-summary\">Sometimes, you just want a dog tag. GoTags has got you covered, with the traditional, bone-shaped, classic tag.<\/div><\/div><div class='product-award'><div>Best Traditional Dog Tag<\/div><\/div><p class=\"find-in-btn-wrap\"><a class=\"find-in-btn btn-amazon product-amazon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/GoTags-Stainless-Personalized-Engraved-Regular\/dp\/B085MH756K\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Find on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/a>\n<p>What\u2019s there to say about GoTags\u2019 Personalized Bone ID Tag? It\u2019s a dog tag, man, doin\u2019 all the things that a dog tag is supposed to do. Made from durable anodized aluminum and available in five different colors, the tag can be personalized with up to four lines of text on each side. This is a great tag for dogs with special medical needs, as you can specify on the backside what kind of care your pet requires until you can come and retrieve him. With permanent laser printing, you know your personal information won&#8217;t scratch off or be affected by the weather. Simply put, it\u2019s just a great dog tag.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lustrous finish<\/li>\n<li>Includes split-ring attachment<\/li>\n<li>Available in small and regular size<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Color finish can wear off<\/li>\n<li>Cannot find replacement attachment rings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>ThunderCover Dog Tag Silencer<\/h2>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/ThunderCover-Dog-Tag-Silencer-Clear\/dp\/B01FH5COJC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><div class=\"amazon-card\"><div class=\"product-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/ThunderCover-Dog-Tag-Silencer-Clear\/dp\/B01FH5COJC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img title='ThunderCover Dog Tag Silencer' alt='ThunderCover Dog Tag Silencer' src='https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/4150fEOpadL.jpg' \/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"product-details\"><h3 class=\"product-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/ThunderCover-Dog-Tag-Silencer-Clear\/dp\/B01FH5COJC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Silence Is Golden (Retriever)<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"product-summary\">Using transparent silicone, the ThunderCover Silencer takes the jingle-jangle out of your dog tags.<\/div><\/div><div class='product-award'><div>Best Sanity-Preserver<\/div><\/div><p class=\"find-in-btn-wrap\"><a class=\"find-in-btn btn-amazon product-amazon\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/ThunderCover-Dog-Tag-Silencer-Clear\/dp\/B01FH5COJC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Find on Amazon<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/a>\n<p>This last product isn\u2019t exactly a dog tag, but it will keep you from ripping off your dog\u2019s tag and throwing it out the window. The ThunderCover Dog Tag Silencer covers your dog\u2019s tags &#8211; up to three of them &#8211; in a unique, transparent silicone. This prevents the tags from clanging together as your dog walks, yet still provides a clear view of the information on the tag. Owners of breeds with nocturnal habits will be especially grateful for the ThunderCover, as it eliminates the noise that may stir you from your slumber. It\u2019s a much better alternative than removing your dog\u2019s collar after each walk or before bedtime.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Easy to use<\/li>\n<li>Water-resistant<\/li>\n<li>Can also fit rabies verification form<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Only fits tags less than 1.5\u201d x 1.5\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Attachment ring is plastic<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<p><strong>If I have a locator chip in my dog, do I still need a tag?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes. You want to make it as easy as possible for a person who finds your lost dog to return her to you. The first thing a person looks for when they find a lost dog is a dog tag, letting them know how to find the dog\u2019s owner. If there\u2019s no tag, the last resort is to take the dog to a public shelter. More than likely, the shelter will search for a chip, but it\u2019s simply not a risk you want to take.<\/p>\n<p><strong>My tags are causing discoloration of my dog\u2019s fur. Why is that?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Tags are made from various metals, including pewter or copper. These metals can rub against sensitive dog skin and fur, causing discoloration (especially with white-haired breeds). If you find that your dog is having this problem, we recommend you use stainless steel or even plastic for your dog\u2019s tag.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Does my dog really need a tag if she\u2019s an indoor pet?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our answer is yes. Though some owners take off their dog\u2019s collar when their pet is just lounging around the house, this can create a habit that leads to keeping your dog\u2019s collar off permanently, even when you let her outside in a fenced yard to do her business. This is the time when your dog is most likely to find a hole in the fence or otherwise dig her way out and get lost. It\u2019s especially important to keep a tag on your pet if you don\u2019t have a location chip installed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>GoTags Personalized Slide-On ID Tag GoTags, who\u2019ve been making dependable, personalized dog tags for decades, levels-up from the traditional tag with their Slide-On ID Tag. Featuring up to four lines of engraved, personal information, the tag slides onto your dog\u2019s collar instead of dangling from the collar by a hook. 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