Great Info from Dr. Jon:
"It's important to keep comprehensive records for your dog, just as you do for other family members. Medical and licensing records as well as adoption documents and breeding papers belong in these files. Key information about your dog should also be included in an emergency kit with other essential family papers. If there is a natural disaster, if your pet is missing or if something should happen to you, your dog's records are invaluable. You might also need to provide this information to pet sitters, boarding kennels or a new veterinarian. If you will be traveling with your dog, plan on taking his records along with you, especially if you will be traveling to a foreign country. Many countries have strict policies that require an extensive history of your pet's background and health.What should you have in your dog's information kit?
1. IN a folder: You should keep a copy of your dog's purchase papers or adoption contract, breeding contract, bill of sale, vaccine and parasite control records, veterinary insurance record, veterinary receipts, rabies tag information and dog license. Include photos from various angles that clearly show coat type and coloring, close-ups of the face and any exceptional physical characteristics. In the past few years, shelters in disaster areas have begun posting lost and found pet pictures on the Internet.
2. ON your dog. If disaster strikes and a dog is separated from his owner, it's surprising how difficult it can be to reunite them. Your dog should have a collar tag that states the dog's name, your name, your phone number and your city of residence. Your address also is recommended.
3. Microchip. Have a microchip implanted in your dog for added protection. Use the brand that is most widely used in your area. If your dog loses his collar, this is a good way to ensure that you can still be reunited with your pet."
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