Did you know that nearly eight million pets end up in animal shelters each year, and that 75 percent are euthanized? I can’t stand the thought of someone’s beloved pet cat going missing and the sheer panic her owners must feel. If this ever were to happen to you, there’s a new service that could greatly increase the chances of finding your lost pet. IDtag.com is a nationwide (US and Canada), 24/7 interactive network for recovering lost pets and reuniting them with their families. You simply purchase one of their stylish ID tags for your pet to wear, and subscribe to the service (first 6 months are free, $9.95 per year to renew, $1.99 activation fee). Each tag comes with a unique “pet social security number” that you register at ID tag.com. If your pet goes missing, call the IDtag.com phone center or logon at IDtag.com and an instantaneous lost pet alert is automatically broadcast to shelters and rescue organizations within 50 miles of your pet’s last know location. IDtag.com’s network includes 15 thousand shelters and rescue organizations who will immediately be on the lookout for your pet.
When you initially register your ID tag, you can also upload photos of your pet and other information including veterinary records and owner contact info, which can be useful in an emergency. When your pet is found, operators at IDtag.com, who are on call 24/7, will immediately contact you on up to 6 different phone numbers.
The differences between using IDtag.com and a pet microchip include the following:
- ID tag is clearly visible
- Lower cost than microchips
- Non-invasive, no implants
- Automatic alert system to network of shelters and rescue organizations
- Easy to update pet info online
- No microchip reader needed
ENTER TO WIN A LIFETIME SUBSCRIPTION!
IDtag.com is offering a cat ID tag and a lifetime subscription to one lucky Moderncat reader! To enter please leave a comment on this post. The winner will be chosen in a random drawing on February 26. One entry per person. The service is only available in the US and Canada.
February 23rd, 2010 at 11:22 am
What a great idea, I would love to have one of these!!!!
February 23rd, 2010 at 11:34 am
I am going to buy these for my cat and dogs. What a wonderful idea!
February 23rd, 2010 at 9:21 pm
This is a FANTASTIC idea! I love that moderncat shows me all of these fabulous finds!
February 24th, 2010 at 7:53 am
I have adopted a beautiful former stray Tuxedo cat i’ve named Oscar,and he got out accidentally.I was panic stricken because i couldn’t find him.He eventually came home,so this would be perfect for him.Thank you.
February 24th, 2010 at 8:06 am
This would be so great!
February 24th, 2010 at 9:02 am
This is a wonderful idea. Please enter me in the contest. Thanks
February 24th, 2010 at 10:54 am
My cat keeps running out the door! Help! He needs a tag!
February 24th, 2010 at 11:41 am
Great giveaway. With 4 cats, I always worry about one slipping out or a disaster occuring and losing one. Thanks.
February 24th, 2010 at 11:49 am
These ID tags are very useful. I know so many people that often don’t know what to do if their pet gets lost. What a great giveaway!
February 24th, 2010 at 12:35 pm
I have 3 cats and 1 dog, all rescued. This is a great lower-cost alternative to micro-chipping. And the tags are pretty cute, too.
February 24th, 2010 at 3:08 pm
Great, but I have 6 cats and some of the take the collar off and leave it god knows where.
February 24th, 2010 at 5:22 pm
I have 5 cats and 1 dog and 2 of my cats are always running out the door so this would be terrific.
February 24th, 2010 at 5:49 pm
This is great and stylish too!!!
February 24th, 2010 at 6:47 pm
this would do wonders!
February 24th, 2010 at 8:38 pm
What a great idea to help keep our pets safe! Thanks!
February 24th, 2010 at 9:48 pm
I’ve always wondered what happens to microchipped animals if they are found by someone who didn’t have a scanner, this would eliminate some of the risk, at least.
February 24th, 2010 at 10:02 pm
sniffles
this wouldve helped me maybe when the catsitter lost my baby NiNJA…
sigh…
great idea!
February 25th, 2010 at 8:08 am
This is a good idea.
February 25th, 2010 at 2:47 pm
great idea! my kitties are always trying to go outside.
February 25th, 2010 at 7:23 pm
I would hate to think my babies could be lost forever!!
February 26th, 2010 at 11:45 am
i need a tag for MoMo
February 27th, 2010 at 3:00 pm
this would be great for my cat. Although he is an indoor cat – i worry about him getting out. we do go for walks sometimes
March 1st, 2010 at 8:17 am
My “Great escape cat” needs this!
March 5th, 2010 at 1:51 pm
TAGS ARE VITAL FOR MY KITTY. COOL IDEAS
March 5th, 2010 at 2:24 pm
I have 3 indoor cats and am always worried that someone will be careless and leave a door open! This srvice would be wonderful!
March 6th, 2010 at 6:09 pm
This is a terrific idea and I’d love to have some for our two cats!
August 13th, 2010 at 10:00 pm
I hope I win the contest my Cat keeps running out the door all the time, this would help.
If I don’t win I will get one anywase.
Good luck guys
August 24th, 2010 at 1:15 pm
My Zoey is a master escape artist. The Houdini of kitties! Ever since we adopted each other 12 years ago she argues with me that she should be an outdoor cat. I remind her she is safer inside. She doesn’t buy it. =-)
September 9th, 2010 at 1:27 pm
I had two kittens before until my cousin let them outside. They never came back although I found one later on.
January 24th, 2011 at 3:37 pm
Excellent idea! I think this is as good or better than a microchip. I plan to buy these for my cats.
February 7th, 2012 at 12:26 pm
My kitten Sock Monster is so adventurous that I will definately be considering purchasing one. Also i will tellmy family about this product.