Of course, dog collars signify to everyone that "this pet has a home", and they also are a great spot for you to leave identification. Write your dog's name and phone number (using a permanent marker) on the inside of all collars. Writing the word "reward" on the inside also has benefits. Sadly, many families may find a cute "lost" dog and "adopt" it as their own, even if the pet clearly has a phone number on the collar and dog tag. Offering a reward provides added incentive for the individual (or family) to call the owner. It can only help, and in this situation, having your pet safely returned is the most important thing to consider.

Make sure your dog's collar is not too loose, and not too tight. A tight collar can be constricting, and this presents a safety hazard. A collar that is too loose may slip off, or get caught on fencing. PupLife.com offers stretchable Tazlab Safety Collars that stretch when not clipped to your leash, allowing your dog to slip free in a potentially life-threatening situation. Make sure that each and every dog collar has a matching dog tag, so that you are never tempted to allow your pet to go outside without a pet ID tag. Ensuring that your pet always wears a dog collar and dog ID tag can greatly increase your pet's chances of returning home, in the event her or she should become lost.