Glow-in-the-Dark-Collar: Safety Product for Dogs and Cats

In the United States nearly sixty percent of households have a pet dog or cat (4). Companionship, protection, and assistance for all ages. American Pet Products Manufacturers Association 2007-2008 National Pet Survey: United States 74.8 million owned dogs and 88.3 million owned cats.1 In 2008, The Centers of Disease Control and Prevention reported (2008) 86,000 Americans were treated in medical emergency facilities, unfortunately tripping or falling over cats or dogs inside or outside in the dark. Dogs and cats are killed (Every year more than 1.2 million dogs are killed on U.S. Roads.) or severely injured by drivers not being able to see the animal in the dark. Glow-in-the-dark dog and cat collars protect pets and humans from darkness related injuries and deaths. 2

Glow-in-the-dark collar a pet safety product for dogs and cats. Energized during daylight hours (Five to forty-five minutes exposure to a light source, either natural or artificial 5) and glow in the dark up to twelve hours. "Other "lighted" collars feature an electronic chip that blinks or flashes to help you spot your dog, and to help drivers and others, see you and your dog as well." Light bulbs or batteries are not required for this type of dog and cat collar. 2 Glow-in-the-dark-collars are recharged or re-activated endless number of times however test results indicate one percent loss of illumination, over a ten year period of time. 5 Glow-in-the-dark collars should be washable, rugged wear, and sufficient space to hold a dog's identification tags. 3 Glow-in-the-dark collars should be made with material that is non-toxic and non - radioactive. 2 Also, these types of collars have snap-together or buckled closures. Recommend when purchasing a snap together glow-in-the-dark-collar test for security before use. According to the size of the dog (and probably the same for cats), recommended glow-in-the-dark collar should allow one to three finger space to fit between the dog's neck and collar: A very small dog (under 20 pds) leave one finger space, medium size dog leave two finger space, and very large dog leave three finger space. Preferable save money by purchasing an adjustable glow-in-the-dark-collar: Collar size is adjustable as the dog (or cat) grows. 3

Glow-in-the-dark dog and cat collars are sold online and retail stores. LoveMyPets.com web-site sells high quality glow-in-the-dark pet safety collar: "A breakaway collar with an optional bell will also be available for cats. Suggested retail price for the collar is $19.95 with an optional 5-foot matching leash for nighttime walks at $19.95." 2 Also, manufactured 'Alglow collars' for pets in four sizes, assortment of designs, and color selections. "With an Alglow collar your pet is not only visible at night but looks fashionable during the day." According to test results, Alglow collars glow after twelve hours in the dark. 5 Woodcreekmail.com sells glow-in-the-dark pet collars (various width lengths) and Day-Glow Leads.

Pets left outside at night, glow-in-the-dark collars may cause these pets to be vulnerable to attacks by wild or untamed animals.

References:

1.) U.S. Pet Ownership Statistics - http://www.hsus.org/pets/issues_affecting_our_pets/pet_overpopulation_and_ownership_statistics/us_pet_ownership_statistics.html

2.) Doggone Good: LoveMyPets Glow-in-the-Dark Pet Safety Collar Thwarts Pet-Human Fall Injuries - Pet Related Fails Injure More than 86,000 Annually - http://www.lovemypetgps.com/index.php?id=5&page=news&info

3.) Glow in the Dark Dog Collars - How to Choose Glow in the Dark Dog Collars - http://www.petproductadvisor.com/buyers-guide/glow-in-the-dark-dog-collars-how-to-choose-glow-in-the-dark-dog-collars/30/page1.aspx

4.) Pet Ownership - Stats - http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/pet-ownership-stats.html

5.) Glow in the Dark Pet Safety Collars - http://alglow.com/