Classic Scrag Tag Collar

Yes, the Classic Scrag Tag Dog Collar is made from BioThane® strapping, which is fully waterproof. BioThane® does not absorb water, dries almost instantly and resists mould and mildew. So, rivers, lakes, rain and muddy puddles are no problem! Simply rinse the collar off in warm soapy water and it'll be good as new.

The sea is a different story, and it comes down to the hardware. Salt water is highly corrosive to most metals, so for a dog that swims in the sea, we recommend choosing stainless steel hardware (for both the hardware and the name plate). Brass and Neo hardware is fine for occasional splashes and wet walks but not for regular exposure to salt water.

Whichever you choose, be sure to rinse the collar with fresh water and soap after every beach visit. Please note that seawater damage on hardware not recommended for the sea is not covered by the Led & Collared® Gear Guarantee.

A Scrag Tag (or name plate) is an etched tag that is built into the Classic Scrag Tag Dog Collar. This means that the tag is a permanent fixture that cannot be removed.

You can choose to have the tag etched with any text or number: your dog's name, your phone number, their council registration number, an agility competition number, or a short message such as 'anxious' or 'do not feed'. You can even add a cute graphic.

We offer both stainless steel and aluminium Scrag Tags (or name plates). Our stainless steel name plates are made from high grade 1.5mm thick T316 stainless steel. To achieve an ultra smooth finish on the name plates, we’ve chosen to use ‘raw’ stainless steel for these tags - this means name plates can have tiny micro scratches - this is a normal feature of raw stainless steel. The plates are sourced and cut locally in Palmerston North, New Zealand and etched by us, using a specialised CO2 laser machine. Etching stainless steel results a smooth black permanent marking.

Our aluminium name plates are made from double-layered high grade anodised aluminium. We offer a range of eight vibrant colours. These name plates are made in the USA and etched by us, using a specialised CO2 laser machine. Etching anodised aluminium results in a bright white permanent marking. 

A dog’s collar should be snug enough that it cannot easily slip over the head, but loose enough that it does not dig into the neck or restrict breathing.

The standard two-finger rule works for most dogs: after the collar is fastened, you should be able to slide two fingers (side by side, flat against the neck) comfortably underneath it. There should be light resistance - not so loose that three or more fingers fit freely, and not so tight that only one finger (or none) fits.

• For very small dogs (under 4.5 kg), one finger is often a better guide.
• Recheck the fit after the collar has been on for a few minutes, after weight changes, coat growth, or washing, and more frequently for growing puppies.
• Signs the collar is too tight include coughing or gagging on walks, hair loss or bald spots around the neck, redness, constant scratching at the collar, or a visible indentation when you remove it.

A properly fitted flat collar is the everyday standard for most dogs. For further guidance on size - click on the Size Guide link above (next to the size options) or visit our measurement guidance page.