Buying a Pet ID tag is like buying insurance you do so with the devout wish that youre never going to need it. The possible cost of not having a pet ID tag is more expensive than the actual cost of buying the pet tag itself.
The type of pet identification tag that you buy is important, so take 5 minutes or so to think it through. Impulsively choosing a collar tag because its cheap or cute often proves to be unwise, long-term.
Consider the following before purchasing any pet id tag:
1.What is the level of risk to your pet?
Lost pets are certainly common weve all seen Lost Dog! signs tacked around town, or dead pets lying by the side of the road. If your pet is a master at escaping the fence, or a breed of dog that cannot resist following a scent, or a young pet thats full of energy, or a new pet that isnt properly trained, the risk of a lost pet is high.
But losing your pet isnt the only risk.
Some pets are stolen. A pet thief may snatch Fifi or Fido in hopes of getting a reward for its return, or to use in dog fights (even small or gentle dogs are susceptible they can be used as bait), or for use in cult rituals.
And what is the...