Part of doing everything we can to ensure our fur babies are safe, sound, happy, and healthy is making sure they have the highest-quality, durable dog tags hanging from their collars. Dog tags are extremely important to ensure your pup can make her way back home in the horrible event that she ever becomes lost.

How durable, long-lasting, and how easy they are to read are the biggest qualities you should be looking for when choosing a dog ID tag for your canine friend. However, if you’re concerned about determining what the best is, we’ve got you covered.

Follow us as we give you our top 10 picks and reviews for the best dog tags this year. We’ll even tell you a bit about how to choose the right dog ID tags for your pet.

A Quick Comparison of Our Favorites in 2024

The 9 Best Dog Tags

1. Frisco Stainless Steel Custom Pet ID Tag – Best Overall

Our pick for the best overall dog tag is the Frisco Stainless Steel Personalized Dog & Cat ID Tag. With a variety of different shapes to choose from, these tags are rust-resistant, durable, and cute at the same time. The tags also have plenty of room for you to personalize them with all your pup’s information. Designed for medium to large breeds, the only drawback we found to these tags is the fact that they’re quite expensive. However, if you’re looking for a dog tag that’s durable and can be gotten in more than one color, we recommend this one.

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2. GoTags Anodized Aluminum Dog ID Tag – Best Value

Number two on our list goes to GoTags Anodized Aluminum Personalized Dog ID Tags. In our opinion, these are the best dog tags for the money due to their laser engraving on both sides, the inexpensive price, and the stainless-steel material. In addition, these tags come in two sizes for medium and large breeds. They’re also durable, long-lasting, and hard to break.

Some pet owners have reported the tags being flimsy, while others reported that the lettering wears off way too fast and too easily. However, between the affordability and the two size offerings, we feel these tags are worth giving a try.

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3. Pet ID Jingle Free Peace of Mind Dog Tag – Premium Choice

If you’re looking for a jingle-free dog tag that’s rust-resistant, then the Pet ID Jingle Free Peace of Mind Dog tag is what you’ve been searching for. These tags are designed to give you peace of mind since they have no dangling component, which means you don’t have to worry about them jingling or getting snagged on something that could hurt your dog.

The dangle-free design is a unique concept, as it’s embedded into the collar. It also gives you plenty of room to put your dog’s information.

The only drawbacks we found include the tag not being durable and the tags themselves being quite pricey for some pet owners.

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4. Dr. Fremont’s Dog & Cat ID Tag

While we already have the best value for the money at number two on our list, we would be remiss if we didn’t include Dr. Fremont’s Pet ID Tag in the list as well. This is one of the most inexpensive tags on the list and comes in a variety of colors and shapes to choose from.

The tags feature plenty of room to have them engraved with the necessary information about your pet. They fit small to large breeds and are made of aluminum. However, some pet owners have reported that the ID tags aren’t very durable and break easily.

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5. PetANTastic Stainless Steel Pet ID Tags

At number five on the list is the PetANTastic Stainless Steel Pet ID Tag. This is another of the rust-resistant items on the list. What’s different about this one is that it features a unique, bold font, making it stand out to anyone who might find your lost dog, should the worst happen. Constructed of durable stainless steel, these tags can stand up to inclement weather because of their rust-resistant quality.

While they’re a great choice, especially for outside dogs, they are a little expensive for someone purchasing a dog ID tag on a budget.

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6. Tag-Z Customized Military Dog Tag

If you prefer a military-style when it comes to your dog ID tags, then look no further than number six on our list. The Tag-Z Customized Military Dog Tags are reasonably priced and look like military dog tags, but for pets. The ID tags are made of a durable stainless-steel material and a raised, embedded font that should last you quite a while. The tags also feature black silencers as well.

Some pet owners reported the ID tags as bending too easily, but that’s the only drawback we found. These aren’t recommended for someone who has a puppy that plays roughly, as they could do some real damage to the tag.

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7. Providence Custom Engraving Pet ID Tags

Number eight on our list goes to Providence Engraving Pet ID Tags. The tags are made from aluminum and come in eight different shapes, eight colors, and two sizes. In addition, the tags are relatively inexpensive and fit small to large dog breeds. The only drawback we have seen with this ID tag is there were some reports of them breaking too easily.

However, if you’re looking for an ID tag that is inexpensive, and cute as well, this is the choice you might want to go with.

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8. Beeshion Funny Pet Tag Stainless Steel Stamped Pet Tags

At number nine on the list sits the Beeshion Funny Pet Tag Stainless Steel Stamped Pet Tag. If you’re looking for an ID tag that features cute, funny messages, then this is the choice for you. However, some of the messages are quite inappropriate. However, you can’t beat them if you’re looking for funny sayings.

Some pet owners have reported the font wearing off these ID tags over time. Other pet owners have reported the ID tags as not being durable at all. However, if you’re just looking for something cute and funny, this tag delivers in spades, so add it to your list of possible choices.

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9. Didog Stainless Steel Custom Engraved Pet ID Tags

The last spot on our list belongs to Didog Stainless Steel Custom Engraved Pet ID Tags. If you’re searching for another cute design, you’ve found one with this brand. For small to medium breeds, this stainless-steel tag is encrusted with jewels. The jewels stand out and shine when the sunlight hits them, which might help you find your lost pet, should the worst happen. Unfortunately, users have reported the font being really low quality on these ID tags, and they tend to break really easily as well. However, if you’re just looking for a cutesy tag, this may be the one you want.

Buyer’s Guide: Selecting the Best Dog Tag

Probably by now, you know what the best dog tag is for your canine friend. But, if you don’t, there are a few factors you should consider before making your final choice. We’ll discuss those factors in this section of our guide.

Dog Tag Material

When you’re shopping for dog tags, you’ll notice right away that they aren’t all made from the same material. Durable material can make or break your dog tag, literally. The higher quality of the material, the longer the ID tag will last. How long the tag lasts will depend on a couple of things. First, how rambunctious your pup is. Second, the material it’s made of. Stainless steel and bronze are some of the best materials out there.

However, if you’re looking for cutesy over functionality, you’re likely to be replacing your dog tags more often than you might think.

Dog Tag Inscriptions

The point of having a dog ID tag for most pet owners is to be able to put all the information about your pet and where they live in one easy-to-find place. In that case, you want to go with an engraving service that has bold, easy-to-read font that won’t fade into non-existence in a couple of months. It’s also important to check how wide the tag is so that you can easily get all the information needed on the tag.

Dog Tag Shape

Believe it or not, shape matters when it comes to a dog ID tag. While you might want a cutesy shape, you need to determine how well it’ll work for your dog before purchasing one. An ill-shaped, ill-fitting dog tag can irritate your dog’s neck and make him super uncomfortable.

Likewise, if your dog is easily distracted by dangling objects, he might try to rip the tag off. In this case, it is best to go with a tag that’s built into the collar or slides onto the collar, at least. We have an option for a non-dangling tag on our list for your perusal.

Dog Tag Size

There are different sizes of dog ID tags on the market, so you need to figure out which is better for your dog. Some tags go better with thick collars, while some work better with thin collars instead. Some are designed for small pets and their small collars, while others are designed for the collars of larger breeds.

Take measurements and determine what size collar you’re putting the dog ID tag on before you make your decision for the best results.

These are just a few of the things you’ll need to consider before deciding on the best dog tags for your canine pal. Determining the size, shape, inscriptions, and the material the tag’s made of can go a long way towards you finding a durable, well-fitting tag that your pet will accept and will be durable for many years to come.

Final Thoughts

This concludes our guide and reviews of the 10 best dog tags this year as we see them. First, we chose Frisco Stainless Steel Personalized Dog & Cat ID Tag as our best overall because of its different shapes, colors, and rust-resistant qualities. Next on the list were GoTags Anodized Aluminum Personalized Dog ID Tags for their affordability and ability to be engraved on both sides. Finally, our premium choice of the Pet ID Jingle Free Peace of Mind Dog tag was because of its unique design concept.

We hope these reviews and our guide will help you choose the best dog tag for your canine pal this year.

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