The main purpose of the military dog tags is
to identify soldiers that are wounded or killed while they are in action
. These dog tags are allotted to the soldiers as a replacement of the plastic printed identity cards because of their resistance to harsh weather conditions and durability.
If he has tags,
he’s more likely to be returned to you
. It’s that simple. Wearing identification will also make your dog more approachable to strangers. It indicates your dog is not a roaming stray, which may spur someone to take protective action.
Targeting civilians, torturing prisoners of war and stealing dog tags are all illegal actions that have been used in games without penalty
. The torture scene from Splinter Cell: Blacklist was removed before the game launched.
Military dog tag information includes
the wearer’s name, blood type, social security number (SSN), and religious preference
. Previously, for “religious preference”, soldiers could only put “Protestant”, “Catholic”, “Hebrew”.
Bright RED Dog Tags
to help signal to emergency personnel that you have drug Allergies or Medical Conditions
.
Civilians can legally wear dog tags. Yet, attempting to use the dog tags for personal gain may be considered an act of stolen valor, which is a punishable offense.
Some veterans and active military members may consider it disrespectful, while others do not care
.
Should I put my address on my dogs tag?
Your pet’s name, your phone number and the city where you reside are essential. “Putting a cell phone number on a tag is a smart way to ensure that you are reachable, no matter where you are,” says Dr. Benson.
You can include your address, but sometimes there isn’t enough room on a tag.
What should you not put on a dog tag?
Never put
your dog’s name
on the identification tag.
The buyer will trust because the dog will show response upon calling by his name. It is especially the case with friendlier dogs. That’s why it is always recommended not to put your pet’s name on their tags to avoid possible chances of dog theft.
Do you need a dog tag if microchipped?
Some people are of the opinion that if their dog is microchipped, they do not require a dog tag with their contact details on it. This is incorrect, and
you should always have a dog tag on your dogs collar
.
Generally,
each soldier is allotted two dog tags
. One of them is worn at the neck as a chain and the other is kept inside the shoes of the soldier.
Today’s identification tags identify vital information about the wearer:
name, Social Security number, blood type and religious preference
. During World War II there were only three religious categories that could be put on dog tags: P for Protestant, C for Catholic and H for Hebrew (Jewish).
(1) Soldiers will wear ID tags at all times when in a field environment, while traveling in aircraft, and when outside the continental United States. (2)
Personnel will wear ID tags around the neck, except when safety considerations apply
(such as during physical training).
Check the order of the information on the dog tag. If your dog tag is an authentic U.S. military dog tag, the information should be in the following order:
last name, first name, middle initial, Social Security number, blood type, religion
.
They were metal and rectangular, with a notch in a lower corner.
The soldier’s information was imprinted on the metal tag
. That notch was used to align the metal plate on the machine that embossed the information. The notch became the center of U.S. military troops’ first myth around their dog tags.
Because dog tags are issued to military members for identification purposes only,
there is no provision for getting replacement dog tags for former service members from the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps or Coast Guard
.
- Write on a piece of paper where you found the tags, the date you found the tags, your full name and contact information.
- Place the letter and dog tags into an envelope.
- Seal the envelope and address it to the Secretary of Defense.
To note, the first identification tags were brass and later a corrosion-resistant alloy of nickel and copper. Today, military dog tags are made of
stainless steel
. As technology advances so have the materials and processes used to properly identify America’s service members and return them home with honor.
This order stated: Hereafter identification tags will be issued to all officers and enlisted men of the Marine Corps.
They will always be worn when engaged in field service, and at all other times they will either be worn, or kept in the possession of the owner
.
Dog Tags are ideal for Police Officers
, SWAT Teams, Firefighters, Paramedics, EMTs, Search and Rescue, Disaster Response Teams, Public Works, and other trained professionals.
Should I take my dog’s collar off at night?
Removing your dog’s collar after the day’s last potty break can give the fur and skin beneath his collar a welcome breather.
If your dog moves around frequently at night or scratches and shakes his head a lot, removing his collar might make nighttime quieter for the human members of the household.
Do dogs legally have to wear collars?
Absolutely.
It is a legal requirement for dogs to wear a collar in public
. To avoid a hefty fine, owners must also ensure that the dog displays their name and address. By law, when a dog is in a public place, it must wear a collar.
Should you have your dog’s name on their tag?
By law in the UK, dog owners must clearly display their name, address and postcode on the dogs tag. However
having your dogs name on it’s identification tag is not required
. In fact, many reputable organisations advise against your dogs name on your dog tag.
Can a dog wear a harness instead of a collar?
The answer for this is yes. We understand that an increasing number of dog owners prefer to use a harness. A harness can be less harsh on your dog’s neck. However,
dogs wearing a harness must wear a collar with an ID tag
.
All cats and dogs need to wear collars with
ID tags, rabies vaccination tags and city or county licenses
(where applicable). The ID tag should include the owner’s name, address, telephone numbers (day and evening) and the pet’s name.
How do you read a dog tag?
The last name is on the first line and the second line either has both of your initials, or your first name and middle initial
. For the third line, the Marines used service numbers which could be 5, 6, or 7 digits. Fourth line is USMC followed by gas mask size. The sizes are XS,S,M,L,XL.
