Pet Tags

The Control of Dogs Order 1992 states that all dogs in England, Scotland and Wales must wear an ID tag in public places. Even if your dogs are microchipped, they still need to wear an ID tag that helps them find their way home if they ever get lost. 

By law, all dogs out in public must wear a collar with the pet owner’s name and address (including postcode) engraved/written on it. Adding this information gives your furry friend a much better chance of being returned home safely if they go missing. 

Including your telephone number is optional, but we highly recommend adding this information to your tag where possible, as this means you can be contacted quickly in an emergency. You could also include any important medical needs, microchipping info, or a special message for your pet. 

Even though your cat will be microchipped, it’s also a good idea for them to wear a pet tag just in case they get lost. While microchips can only be read with a special scanner, pet tags engraved with your name, address and phone number make it easy for anyone to find your contact details in case your cat ever gets lost. 

The size of your pet tag usually depends on the size and breed of your pet, as well as what kind of style you want to go for. You also need to make sure that you have enough space to engrave all your info, and that the tag is the right size to keep your pet comfortable.  

For example, if you have a large dog, a 30mm pet tag probably suits them best. However, ff you have a small dog or a cat, then a smaller 20mm pet tag will be perfect for them. 

Yes, you can be fined up to £5,000 if your dog is out in public without a dog tag, or if the tag doesn’t include the necessary information. 

Yes. Although it’s now a legal requirement for your dog to be microchipped, it’s still also a legal requirement for your dog to wear a readable ID tag.