Finding the right dog tag for your pup can be a difficult task. You want to make sure it can hold all the information you need — names, phone numbers, addresses, vaccinations — and finding the right one can take time. The point of a dog ID tag is to help others return your pup to the right place should they get lost or run away. When your dog gets lost or runs away, it’s such a fearful moment. You don’t know where they are, who they’re with, how they’re going to eat or even if they’ll be able to defend themselves. One of the biggest things missing from today’s technology is the ability to track your pet! Of course, there are microchips, but none of them can tell you the exact location of your pet. They can only be accessed by a vet or shelter staff to find your contact information. All that changes now. We’ve partnered with Tile to create the only silicone dog tag tracker on the market! Launching this month, TraQ will provide you and your pup with peace of mind. CURRENT DOG TAGS AND TRACKERS Today’s dog tags and trackers are separate entities. Most dog tags you can find today are metal, and they can make a lot of noise or track dirt and grime. Trackers are typically additional units you place on your dog’s collar which can feel bulky and heavy to your pet. They’re also subscription based — you typically have to pay a monthly fee to access the tracking features on the tracker. This leaves many dog owners feeling helpless when their dog gets loose or runs away. Not every dog owner can afford monthly subscription fees or wants to maintain a large tracking device that attaches to a collar. Without a seamless way for dog owners to track their pups, it’s easy for a dog owner to feel fearful they’ll lose their precious fur baby forever. WHY YOUR DOG NEEDS A TAG, COLLAR AND LEASH There’s no reason why your dog doesn’t need a tag, collar or leash. In fact, it’s one of the main dog essentials for anyone who owns a pet. I live in a rural area. There’s no cars that can hit it or anyone to hurt it. Wrong! Even for all the solitude the country might offer you, there’s a chance your pup might get lost. If Animal Control or another farmer or traveler finds your pup hurt on the side of the road, a dog tag and collar can ensure they can help to locate you to bring your pup home or get it to a local vet. Browse Our Dog Tags So Your Pup Has All Their Essential Information I have a microchip in my pet. Microchips are a piece of the puzzle in getting your pup to be safe. Microchips do not contain GPS or Bluetooth tracking information, which is why it’s important to have that technology available for pet owners! Microchips also only work if the vet or shelter your pet is taken to has access to the private microchip company’s database you registered with. If they can’t scan because they don’t have access, then they can’t find your information. There’s some other factors as well — such as you having to register your information with the microchip company and keep it updated every time you move or change phone numbers — that influence a microchip’s ability to function well. Regardless, it’s a puzzle piece that’s necessary to ensure your pet stays as safe as possible! I have a fence in my yard that’s always locked. Great! That’s one of the many ways you can help to ensure your pet stays safe. Does your dog like to play outside a lot? There’s a chance your dog could dig a deep enough hole under your fence that lets them wiggle out. Or a bad storm could damage your fence, making you unable to let your dog out without being on a leash. It’s always better to be safe than to be sorry! My dog is trained and doesn’t go anywhere unless I give it permission. Training your dog is an awesome feat! That means they can go with you on hikes or trips and you have less of a chance of them misbehaving or getting hurt. But, you should still have a collar, tag and leash just in case. Some dog parks and campgrounds also require your dog to have those items before they will even let it play in the park with other dogs, so it’s still important to have those items. BENEFITS OF DOG TAGS Dog tags have a variety of benefits for your dog. Without a dog tag, your dog isn’t as likely to make it home quickly in the event it runs away or gets lost. Here are some of the many benefits of dog tags! They hold a lot of information: From your pup’s name to your address, there’s lots of information a dog tag can hold. We recommend you include your pup’s name, your phone number and your address on one side of the dog tag, and your pup’s health conditions, vaccination status and required medications on the other. It’s always a good idea to include their rabies tag on their collar as well, typically on the same ring as their ID tag. If you’ve got enough space on their dog tag, you can add their rabies vaccine number and date, but sometimes it’s best to keep that information on the tag your vet will give you. If your pup isn’t vaccinated for rabies, you should talk to your vet about the benefits of rabies vaccination. Even if your pet doesn’t go outside often, it’s always a good idea to ensure they’re protected. They are a personality feature: Our dog tags come in a variety of designs perfect for every pet’s personality. Whether your dog likes to hike mountains with you, or they love to run through a field of flowers, we’ve got the tag that’s perfect for them. Your dog is one of the many facets of your active lifestyle which is why it’s important they have a dog tag to keep them safe on the go. With so many colors and designs, we’ve got the dog tag that’s perfect for your pet. They make great gifts: If you’re searching for the best new dog gifts, an ID tag is a great option! New pet owners often have a long to-do list of things they need to do and items they need to get for their pets. If you can help them in their new journey and experiences as a new pet owner by getting them a dog tag, then do it! It’s such a sweet way to let your friend or family member know you’re excited for their new addition to their family and take something off their plate. If you aren’t sure what they want to have printed on the dog tag, consider sending them an online gift card so they can order it themselves. They make things easier if your pup gets lost or runs away: If your pet gets out, you’ll want to be sure people can find out who and where it belongs to. A dog tag does just that! With all the pertinent information included on it, a dog tag can help to keep your pup safe — or, in the event it gets out, it can easily be returned to you. TRAQ: PROVIDING PEACE OF MIND TO DOG OWNERS Using Tile’s Bluetooth technology, TraQ is the first of its kind. Featuring a diamond-shaped tag that’s both personalizable and affordable, TraQ is perfect for dog owners everywhere. Features There are a variety of features that makes TraQ the best dog ID tag choice for dog owners. Here’s some of our favorites: Bluetooth technology: Rather than using a standard GPS, Tile uses state of the art Bluetooth technology to locate your pet with our TraQ dog tag. When your pup is within 200 feet, your TraQ dog tag will ring, helping you to locate your dog. If you’re in a noisy or high traffic area, the Tile app will use its state of the art technology to show you a proximity meter that makes it even easier to locate your pup. Any time your dog is past the 200 ft. distance, the Tile network is there to assist every step of the way, making the process to locate your missing dog much more streamlined and efficient. Affordability: The QALO TraQ dog tag is $44.95, and adding personalization is free! Since the Tile app is free to use with a variety of features after purchase and setup, the TraQ dog tag is much more affordable than the traditional dog tag/tracker subscription combo. We also put together a variety of packages we know will suit most dog owners, including coordinating leashes, collar and dog bowl sets. Whether you buy these items together or separately, the TraQ tag will make a difference in your dog’s life — and yours! The best part? The battery will last you for two years, so you can set it and forget about it. Looking for New Dog Gifts for Your Pup-Owning Friend? Check Out Our Guide! Simplicity: Not only are the five personalizable designs for our TraQ tag simple, but using the tag is simple, too! When you receive your tag, simply download the Tile app and input the necessary information. Attach the tag to your dog’s collar and use the app when you need to! Safety: We all know having a dog tag keeps your pet safe. But the TraQ dog tag is even safe for your pets to use — it’s made from non-toxic materials and is jingle-free! Your dog will be safe and healthy using the QALO TraQ. Durability: The TraQ tag is waterproof for up to an hour in one meter or less of water, so your dog can fetch sticks in the river while on your camping trip without damaging the tag! It’s built for whatever the weather — or your dog — can throw at it. Because it’s made from silicone, it’s ultra-tough, odor-free and easy to clean. Simply wipe it with a damp cloth whenever you give your dog a bath! OTHER USES FOR TRAQ The TraQ dog tag isn’t just for dogs. Our goal with TraQ is that it provides its users with peace of mind, helping you live an active lifestyle in the healthiest way possible! Here are some other uses for the TraQ tag: Hikers: Add the TraQ tag to any zipper or line of your hiking gear to instantly access the Tile Bluetooth tracking features. It’s perfect for even experienced hikers or bikers. As long as you’re getting service and within Bluetooth range, you can find all the items you accessorize with the TraQ tag. If not, you can still use the Tile app to access their network and communicate with others to find your items. Cats and other pets: Maybe you’re not a dog person, but you own cats or other pets. There’s always a chance they can get out, too, so we designed the TraQ to be used in a variety of ways and for a variety of pets! Even if your beloved pet isn’t a dog, it’s still heartbreaking when they get loose accidentally or run away. The TraQ isn’t just for dogs, so don’t hesitate to order it even if you don’t own one! Kids: If you’ve got school-aged children, adding the TraQ to their backpack zipper is a great idea. It’s simple, subtle and personalizable. Include your phone number on it in case it gets lost or if your child is too young to have it memorized. This way, when your child is on their way to or from school, you can check and see when they’re in range, or follow if it isn’t. It’ll give you, as a parent, a peace of mind to know where your child — or, at least, their backpack — is at all times. Image Credits Aygun Ali/Shutterstock.com Rank Sol/Shutterstock.com 4 PM production/Shutterstock.com