Humans have been wearing jewelry for over 100,000 years-much longer than we have kept domestic cats and dogs (70,000 years and 14,000 years, respectively). We wear jewelry for all kinds of functions, from displaying social status to religious commitment to purely aesthetic value, and we put them on our pets for the same reasons. From the moray eels of the Roman Lucius Lucinius Crassus with necklaces to the chihuahuas of Paris Hilton with necklaces with diamonds-we have been dressing our pets for generations.
One function of jewelry is identification. If someone wears a wedding ring, it is safe to assume that he is married. If a dog is wearing a collar, it’s probably not a stray – if he has a name tag on the collar, it’s definitely not! A dog tag is the ultimate functional jewelry for pets, and it can be as beautiful or as simple as you like. A wide range of materials and designs are widely available, from stainless steel to gold, depending on your taste and the personality of your pooch. It’s like a pendant with a name!
Cat collars, such as collars and DOG TAGS, inform others that their cat has a home to return to and where their owners can be found if they are lost. Less than 2% of not found cats are returned to their owners and a collar and label can go a long way in ensuring they find their way home. Like labels, necklaces can be fun and unique and practical, just like jewelry. From luxurious leather to dazzling bling, there is a necklace for your cat that is just as fabulous as a human necklace. As long as it fits so well that your cat can’t slide in or hold on to something, or if it has a latching mechanism, if your cat is an avid climber and you are worried that it will get caught in a tree, your cat can be spectacular and safe at the same time.
So why do some people like to dress their pets with jewelry? Because it looks cute! There are all kinds of cute pet-only jewelry that can be attached to your pet’s necklace and clothes. Additional charms can be added to the same clip on your pet’s necklace, just like a human charm bracelet. The sliding letters that slide onto your pet’s collar and spell out their name can be a step further towards a perfectly personalized pet accessory – although this should be added to a standard label with your contact details in matter they get lost. If your pet is wearing clothes, it can display pet brooches. Add a sliding bow or flower on a necklace to add color and style to your pet’s daily look.
Pet jewelry can be fun and fabulous, but practicality must come first. However, this does not mean that practical also can not be eye-catching and elegant, as long as it is also comfortable for your pet to wear. If you seem to be experiencing discomfort – scratching your cervix, trying to remove it or showing signs of discomfort – swap the collar for something simpler and consider keeping the centerpieces for special occasions.
