Proper identification could mean the difference between life and death for your dog or cat. Approximately 15 million dogs and cats enter shelters throughout the United States each year as strays, according to the American Humane Association.Tragically, only 19% of the dogs and cats are ever redeemed by their owners. These percentages would increase dramatically if more pets were properly identified. All pets, including indoor dogs and cats, need to wear collars with city licenses and rabies vaccinations tags. Personal identification tags with the owner’s name, address, and telephone number are important back-ups. Special cat collars with elastic sewn into the band are available to protect cats from being caught in trees or on fences. Even the most responsible owners experience unexpected circumstances which cause pets to accidentally stray, becoming lost or injured.