How TabBands Can Work For You
Simple, Effective Animal ID That Works, And Keeps Working
TabBands are trusted by clinics, shelters, and boarding facilities for one reason: they make pet identification consistent, visible, and immediate. Whether you’re prepping for appointments, managing litters, or organizing by medication, these colorful collars help reduce risk and increase efficiency.
How Customers Are Using TabBands
Safe
Anxious
Caution
Aggressive
Boy
Girl
And More!
Other Common Color Code Ideas Include:
By Medication
By Group
By Room
Identify Litters
By Diet
Procedure Type
Specific Doctor
Storm Identification
Best Practices for Your ID Program
Start With Consistency
Get a TabBand on every animal as soon as it arrives. It sends a message: this pet matters, and so does getting it right.
Prepare Ahead
Get collars ready the day before. Clip one to each intake sheet for scheduled visits. It saves time during busy mornings and ensures every pet is labeled from the start.
“We make a show of it. It’s important for people to know we’re doing everything possible to keep their pets safe.”
– Sharon DeNayer, Practice Manager & Award-Winning Veterinary Leader
Use Visual Codes That Work for You
TabBand Max collars come in 8 colors and 2 sizes (10″ and 20″). Use one length or trim to fit. Combine two for larger animals.
Create systems like:
- Green = Spay/Neuter
- Red = Boarding
- Pink = Female / Blue = Male
Staff Buy-In Makes All the Difference
Introduce TabBands as a safety protocol, not just a product. Hold a quick team meeting. Once your staff understands the “why,” they’ll stick with the habit.
“I wouldn’t operate without them. Somebody is going to screw up.”
– Dr. Larry Neiman
Mistakes Are Rare, Until They're Not
Even short visits are a risk. A pet dropped off for grooming, boarding, or diagnostics can be easily misidentified without proper labeling. Clinics have made heartbreaking mistakes, and learned the hard way.
Don’t wait until something goes wrong.
You're Not Alone, Thousands Trust TabBand!
Since 1962, we’ve helped animal professionals prevent the unthinkable through simple, effective identification. And we’re always listening to how you make it work better.
Max Collars
Our max collars are laminated and guaranteed to stay on.
Thermal Collars
Stronger than PetDetect® and substantially more affordable.
Cage Card Holder
Rugged plastic designed to hold a 3x5 index card.
