Dog tags: types and methods of production

An address tag is a very useful and necessary thing. If the pet always has it with him, then in case of loss, the dog will quickly return home... A collar and a well-visible medallion will surely attract a lot of attention from passers-by, who will be able to contact the owner and provide all the necessary information about the animal. Today we will consider in detail what types of address labels are and how they can be made by hand.

Before proceeding to a detailed examination of all types of address tags, it is worth answering the main question: what is its purpose? The ID tag is a small-sized accessory that contains all the necessary information about the owners of the animal. This item is attached to the collar. If the address tag is made of metal, then all contact information is engraved on it. Otherwise, these products are called tokens.

There are also special cylindrical address tags. Each of the existing types of these products is suitable for specific purposes and conditions. The owner's phone number is always printed on the address plate. If the pet has certain health problems, this information is also indicated.

The address tags are different.The simplest and most common are considered ordinary flat key rings. They are inexpensive, durable and eye-catching. For a small amount of money, an attractive strap with all the necessary information will appear on the dog's collar.

Flat address labels are divided according to the material from which they are made. The most common are metal options... They are most often based on brass, aluminum or stainless steel. This is a very reliable option that will last for many years.

So, aluminum Address tags are good because they have a minimum weight, so they can be safely attached to the collar of a small dog. True, the appearance of these models is not very catchy and bright. More attractive are steel optionsbut they also weigh more.

Luminous metal tokens are also produced today. On sale they can not be found too often, but they still arouse the interest of dog owners. These models have a fluorescent coating, due to which they glow in the dark. In daylight, they look normal, emitting nothing. Information is applied to them either with paint or engraving.

The cheapest are plastic address tags. But they are also the most unreliable. If your pet belongs to active and energetic breeds, for example, it is a Toy Terrier, Sheltie or Mini Pinscher, then the plastic medallion may be lost after the first walk.

These types of address markers are not suitable for representatives of hunting breeds. Active pets, running a lot and constantly exploring difficult terrain, will quickly render the keychain unusable or even tear it off.

The least common are leather dog tags... Such options are very reliable, since they are made from high quality and durable materials that are not subject to rapid wear. A certain pattern or engraving is applied to the skin with all the necessary information about the owner. These types of dog medallions are very popular but expensive.

There is another good option for an address label - capsule. This type of token is a small capsule made of strong and high quality metal (aluminum is most often used). This part consists of two halves that are connected to each other by thread or tight fasteners.

A piece of paper with a name written on it and all the necessary address information is placed inside such a miniature capsule. Such key rings are quite inexpensive and are in great demand.

Separately, it is worth considering more modern electronic key fobs-addressable. These types of dog tags with all the necessary data are miniature gadgets. It is permissible to attach them not only to the dog's collar, but also to its coat. The weight of e-mail addresses is minimal - it rarely exceeds 10 g.

You can attach it regardless of the breed and size of the dog. These little details will work even for chihuahua crumbs. Electronic address tags operate on a small battery. Usually, charging it is enough for a long period of time - about 2 months. Such options are also good because they have more advanced and complete functionality.

One of the most important options is pet location control... At any time of the day, tracking will be carried out of the place in which the bearer of the medallion is currently located. With the help of a special application installed on a smartphone, the owner will always have the opportunity to determine the exact location of the pet. It is shown in accordance with the binding to the specific set coordinates on the electronic map.

Control over the physical activity of the dog is also provided. During walks, such a token will record the distance that the pet runs. Thanks to this addition, it will be possible to calculate the degree of stress received by the animals. It will also be possible to divide the distance traveled with and without a leash. The program may include such parameters of physical activity that are recommended by veterinarians for a particular type of dog.

A great addition to such address labels - monitoring the quality of the pet's sleep. Thanks to this detail, the owners will be able to track the duration of the active phase of sleep, as well as the duration of the calm state of the animal. The data obtained can be compared with the values ​​recommended by veterinarians and the optimal regimen for the combination of the periods of rest and wakefulness of the pet can be identified.

The email addresses provide a special "Cloud service", thanks to which dog owners can record the performance of the animal and compare them with the performance of other pets.

Most electronic medallions are backlit, which comes in handy at night. When walking in the evening, you can see a small moving spark and visually control the place where the dog is. Many manufacturers equip their e-tokens with a choice of different backlight colors.

Interesting electronic tokens and the presence of an individual the dog's name QR-code. Such varieties have such an addition on the surface of the rear wall. The specified barcode is easily and quickly recognized by special applications installed on smartphones.

The information entered into this code can be changed independently, if necessary. These actions are also performed using a smartphone. The code includes the phone number of the owners, the address and the name of the animal. Some hosts add information about the remuneration in case of the return of the pet... These are very convenient and functional addressing models.

On the address label, you must write all the information that will allow you to return home a lost pet. Usually, all inscriptions are applied on both sides.

• On one side indicate the name of the dog, and with it the phone number of the owners. The address is rarely applied because it may end up in the hands of people associated with crime. Not every person agrees to risk their safety in this way.
• On the back of the token or tag, you can indicate special additional information, for example, that the pet is a guide or suffers from some kind of illness, needs treatment. Sometimes the owners go to the trick and specifically indicate on the address label that their pet is seriously ill with something, so that no one wants to keep the dog for themselves without returning it to the breeder. However, such information can play with a four-legged and not the kindest joke - people may be afraid to contact him due to illness.

Often, the address labels indicate information that makes it possible for other people to immediately understand that the pet is lost. In such cases, the owners prefer to write:

• "Call the owner!";
• “Bring me home!”;
• "I want to go home!";
• "I'm lost (or lost)!"

For the inscription, you can refer to the engraving. For this, special automatic equipment is used. It acts on the part with a special diamond tip, which removes the top layer from the token, while leaving very thin and neat furrows.

Much here depends on the material from which the selected address label is made. Usually, engraving is used when the item is made of metal. The softer this material is, the deeper and more noticeable the furrow will eventually be.

There is also a laser engraving method. In accordance with it, the top layer is also removed. Larger and wider symbols can be applied here. This method of putting text on the token is considered optimal because it gives a good result and does not take up a lot of free time.

The prepared address tag with all the information printed on it must be correctly and firmly attached to the collar of a four-legged friend. For fasteners, it is recommended to use high-quality and tight rings, the cross-section of which is at least 1 mm, or special carabiners designed for such elements. The latter are very convenient when you need to remove the address tag in order to wash the collar or hang it on another.

If the sound of the token annoys you, you can use a tool such as anti-ringing. It is made from soft silicone rubber. It fits snugly to the surface of the token, as if hugging it. As a result, the sounds emitted by the address tag are inevitably absorbed, and the person stops hearing them. Antizones can glow in the dark.

An ID tag is a very useful and necessary thing for dogs. This accessory is sold in many stores. A good and durable address tag is quite possible to pick up at any price.

Many owners prefer making such parts with their own hands from scrap materials. This is not difficult. There are many ways to make address labels. Let's take a closer look at one of them.

A simple address tag can be made quickly without spending a lot of money on materials. The procedure will be as follows.

• You need to take a piece of thick cardboard and write on it (or print) the selected text and phone number to contact the owner. The part can be of any shape. It is permissible to make not only circles or ovals, but also details in the form of small bones.
• Next, you need to take a sheet of special baking paper. Hot glue is poured onto its surface in a certain place without sparing.
• Next, on top of the poured glue, you need to lay the part cut out of the cardboard. It will also need to be filled with hot glue. You should act faster so that the adhesive does not have time to cool down.
• Next, the resulting blank must be covered with the second half of a sheet of parchment. Everything is rolled out with a rolling pin to get rid of irregularities. After that, the workpiece must be left to cool.
• When the glue has set removing the paper from the cardboard label will not be so easy. Behind the parchment, the printed text will appear barely noticeable.

For information on how to make a do-it-yourself address tag for a dog, see the next video.

After that, you will need to cut off the excess pieces of paper for baking from the workpiece. It is best to leave some paper around the edges of the cuts. The result is a small, neat address tag that feels like rubber to the touch. You will need to make a small hole in it and insert a collar ring there.

This is not the only way to manufacture these parts. A good address tag can be made from a coin, heavy paper, and even old gloves. - each owner chooses for himself what seems to him the best option.

If you are planning to purchase or make an address label for your dog, there are some helpful hints to consider.

• If your pet is small, then it is better not to cling to a too large and heavy address tag on his collar - it will cause a lot of inconvenience.
• If your pet walks at home without a dog tag collar, then, just in case, it is worth putting on at least a lace with all the information about the owner. It will come in handy if the dog suddenly runs away from the house through the open door and gets lost on the street.
• If you don't feel like attaching a hanging tag, you can immediately purchase a collar with a special buckle. They are usually made of metal. They can be sewn to the collar and will definitely not detach from it if the pet plays on the street.