That sound. You know it. The jingling noise all your dog’s tags make when your dog gets up, walks, shakes, or moves in any way, shape or form. It’s even better when you are woken up from a deep sleep or a child is napping. Noiseless dog ID tags can help with this issue.
What Are Noiseless Dog ID Tags?
Noiseless dog ID tags are just what they sound like – or don’t sound like. When your dog wears these, the tags don’t make any noise. These tags attach to your dog’s collar in such a way, they don’t hang down and clatter with other tags. Wearing tags made of a soft material instead of metal also avoids any sound.
Why Use Noiseless Dog ID Tags?
Noiseless dog tags are good to use for a variety of reasons.
- Sounds the metal tags make when they hit each other scares your dog.
- Your dog’s tags clang against their food and water bowls when they drink.
- Tags catch in your dog’s crate or other objects around the house. T
- They help prevent your dog from hurting themselves if yours tries to eat their hanging tags.
- Quiet is needed for sleeping kids (and adults 😀).
- Harder to lose if they are secured to your dog’s collar.
What Should I Look For When Choosing Noiseless Dog ID Tags?
Type
There are 2 types of noiseless dog ID tags: those that attach to your dogs collar and lie flush with it and there are ones that hang like a regular dog tag but are made of a material that doesn’t make any noise.
Material
Noiseless dog ID tags are made of various materials. Depending on how rambunctious your dog is may determine how long your tag will last.
- Stainless Steel. This is a durable tag, however, it has a tendency to get scratched.
- Silicone. Some noiseless ID tags are made of all silicone and some use a silicone base with openings on the ends that your dog’s collar slides through. On the plus side , the where the collar slides through stretches, so it can fit on most sizes and types of collars. The downside to silicone is it is not as durable as metal and it can tear and dogs are able to chew these easily.
Attachment
How your ID tag attaches to your dog’s collar is important to consider.
- Slide – On. These tags slide onto your dog’s collar through openings on either end. The tags could be of a silicone material, which would allow the ends to stretch to fit most sized collars. They can also be made of stainless steel. Be aware of the opening on each side and the type of collar you will be using. Some of these tags have a closed side and some have an open side. The type of collar you are using will determine if you should get an open or closed tag. The closed sides are good for a buckle closure and the open sides are good for collars with a snap closure.
- Rivet. Stainless steel dog tags don’t fit all collars. Some are too thick for them. For those of you who have a double ply or leather collar, a rivet dog tag may be for you. These attach to your dog’s collar by included rivets that your hammer on. The downside to this style, is that you have to make your own holes into the collar. Some people have tools to do this, but other people have use a knife to accomplish the same thing.
- Key Ring. If you opt to use a hanging dog tag, this will attach to your dog’s collar with a key ring. This is just like any other dog tag.
- Velcro. These are secure, however, long hair can stick to the Velcro.
Curve
Curved tags fit your dog’s collar better and are more comfortable around your dog’s neck.
Print or Engrave?
Consider if you want your tag to be printed or engraved. Engraved words will last longer than printed ones.
Font
Pay attention to the font and size of print used when you order your dog tag. If it is too small, others may not be able to read the dog tag easily. Depending on if your dog is approachable, you may want a tag with writing that is easy to read from a distance.
Customization
What do you want to put on your dog’s ID tag? The size of the dog tag you get usually determines the number of lines you are able to put on your tag. Do you want to include more than one contact number? Does your dog have any medical conditions you would want someone to know about? Is your dog microchipped? These are all things to consider when deciding what to put on your dog’s tag. Always double check your information before submitting your tag to be made.
Best Slide – On Noiseless Dog ID Tags
LYP Soundless Slide-On-Collar Dog ID Tag
Features:
- Available in 5 designs and 3 sizes.
- Comes in 2 pieces: a silicone plate and a plastic base that the plate attaches to.
- Up to 4 lines of personalized text for contact information.
- Your contact information is engraved into the tag.
Pros:
- Easy to put on and get off dog collars.
- Durable.
- Contact information is easy to read.
- Colorful.
Cons:
- Lack of ink on the wording. Your information is engraved and you can still read it, however, the ink used to fill it in could be darker.
- A little bulky for some small collars.
TagME 2 Pack Personalized Dog Tag
Features:
- Available in 10 colors and 4 sizes.
- Made of a stainless steel plate on a silicone base.
- Can fit on different types of collars.
- Your information is laser printed and NOT engraved.
- Up to 4 lines of personalized information.
Pros:
- Easy to put on.
- Words easily readable.
Cons:
- Font is small.
Best Stainless Steel Noiseless Dog ID Tags
LuckyPet Slide-On Pet ID Tags
Features:
- Available in 2 types: closed for buckle collars and open for snap collars.
- Comes in 4 sizes.
- Made of stainless steel.
- Curved design to fit your dog’s neck.
- Customizable with up to 5 lines of text.
- Default lettering is all capitals unless you state otherwise
- Fits flexible collars (nylon or leather) ⅛ inch thick or less.
Pros:
- Easy to read.
- Durable.
- Stays in place.
Cons:
- Open type may contain sharp edges.
- Some users felt it was not curved enough for their dog.
- Snug fit so it was difficult for some users to get on their dog’s collar.
LuckyPet Rivet-On Pet ID Tag
Features:
- Available in 3 colors and 3 sizes.
- Made of stainless steel or polished brass.
- Up to 5 lines of personalization.
- Default is all caps unless you specify differently.
- Curved for better fit on your dog’s neck.
- Laser engraved.
- Fits collars no more than ⅛ inch thick.
- If you want to use this on a leather collar, the included rivets may not fit and you will have to buy longer ones.
- Lifetime guarantee.
Pros:
- Easy to read.
- Good quality.
- Secure.
- Stays in place.
Cons:
- You need to create your own holes in the collar to install it.
- Some users felt the size was smaller than they thought it would be.
- Lettering comes off with time.
Best Hanging Noiseless Dog ID Tag
Silidog – The Original Silent Pet Tag
Features:
- Available in 10 colors.
- Comes in 5 designs.
- Made of silicone.
- Glows in the dark.
- Customizable on both sides of the tag, with up to 4 lines on the front and 3 lines on the back.
Pros:
- Easy to read.
- Durable.
- Vibrant colors.
- Lightweight.
Cons:
- Key ring included is hard to attach to your dog’s collar.
- Does not glow in the dark.
- Not for chewers.
- Black letters are hard to read on a blue tag.
- The American Flag design tends to fade quickly.
Best Wrap Around Noiseless Dog ID Tag
LuckyPet Pet ID Tag
Features:
- Available in 12 colors and 3 sizes.
- This plastic tag secures to your dog’s collar by use of Velcro strips that are attached to the tag and wrap around the collar.
- Up to 5 lines of personalized information.
- Information will be in all caps unless you specify otherwise.
- The tag fits a single ply collar, however, it can be made longer to fit a thicker collar at your request.
- Lifetime guarantee.
Pros:
- Stays in place.
- Easy to put on and change to different collars as needed.
- Writing is easy to read.
Cons:
- Velcro wears out over time.
- Hair catches in the Velcro.
Noiseless Dog ID Tags are a great way to keep your dog’s information secured to them without all the clutter and noise from wearing multiple tags at once.
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