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The Best Apple AirTag Accessories for Your Pets

We’ve rounded up the best AirTag accessories for your pets, including collars, tags and more.

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First up, a disclaimer: Apple doesn’t actually recommend using AirTags for pet tracking. If your pet is really off the grid (and off leash) — in the woods or other remote areas — an AirTag isn’t going to help much, since it needs to be in the proximity of other devices in the Find My network which can relay its position.

But that AirTag will help you find your pet if it goes missing in suburbia or another well-populated area. This is why a lot of people are still going to use AirTags for pet tracking.

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Common Questions, Answered

Should I get an AirTag or a GPS pet tracker?

As we mentioned above, Apple doesn’t necessarily recommend that you use an AirTag to keep track of your pets because it relies on needing a nearby iPhone to work. This isn’t ideal if your dog or cat runs out into the middle of nowhere. A more dependable option is a GPS pet tracker, like the Cube GPS, Link GPS or Tractive GPS. These use GPS and cellular services so they can better locate your pet. The catch is that they’re more expensive, both upfront and because you have to pay a monthly fee for the cell service.

Can you share AirTags will family and friends?

Yes! In September 2023, Apple rolled out iOS 17 which finally allowed you share an AirTag’s location with up to six family members and friends. Once shared, they can track the AirTag on their Find My app. This way if your dog goes missing, anybody that you’ve shared your AirTag with can help aid the search.

To learn how to share an AirTag with family and friends, read our guide.

Are AirTags waterproof?

No, but they are close. Each AirTag has an IP67 rating, meaning it can be submerged in one meter of water for up to 30 minutes. For context, this is not quite as water resistant as the latest iPhone 12’s and iPhone 13’s IP68 rating, which allows them to be submerged in six meters of water for 30 minutes. Basically, if your pet is prone to getting a little wet or even swimming now and again, an AirTag attached to the collar should be fine.

Does it matter which direction the logo faces?

When you place the AirTag in a holder, collar or harness, you typically have the option to have the white side or the shiny side (with the logo) facing outwards. It doesn’t matter which direction the logo faces. The AirTag will work either way.

Do the tags/collars come with an AirTag?

No, in pretty much every instance the AirTag isn’t sold with the tag, holder or collar — you need to buy them separately. You can buy AirTags for $29 each (or slightly less if you buy from Amazon). You can also buy a four-pack of AirTags for $99 to get a little extra savings.

This genuine leather dog collar has a built-in slot to hold an AirTag. It’s available in three different sizes (medium, small and extra-small).

This dog collar has a sleeve for your AirTag. It’s made durable and sustainable cork leather, and comes in two different colors: natural cork or black. It’s available in small, medium, large and extra-large sizes.

This is nylon dog collar with a built-in AirTag holder. It has reflected stitching all around the collar to help you see your dog at night. It’s available in a bunch of different colors and sizes (small to extra-large). And no matter what size you get, it’s going to cost less than $20.

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Etsy Personalized Leather Dog Collar with AirTag Holder

If you’re looking for a leather collar that can be personalized — with your phone number and your pet’s name — this is a great option you can buy on Etsy. It’s available in a bunch of different finishes and size. The only downside is that because it’s Etsy, wait time for orders tend to be more of an issue.

The ComforTag is a durable AirTag holder that clips to your pet’s existing collar. It’s available in either black or white.

This Incase clip is made of the same tight-fitting, woven fabric as its other Woolenex cases. It’s available in two colors, graphite (pictured) or light pink.

Belkin’s key ring is ready made to slip on your pet’s collar. It’s available in four different colors: white, black, blue or pink.

The Belkin Apple AirTag Secure Holder is a keychain-style AirTag holder with a protective raised buffer to help prevent against scratches. It’s simple, affordable and it’s available in a bunch of different colors.

The Presidio SiliRing is Speck’s take on a traditional keychain accessory for your AirTag. It’s made of silicone and comes with a metal keyring. It’s available in several different colors.

The case attaches to your pet’s collar (not included) and securely holds the AirTag. It’s available in either black or glow-in-the-dark colors.

Note: It slips onto the collar rather than clipping on, so be wary of the your pet’s current collar as it might not be compatible.

Nomad’s Rugged Keychain is made of a combo of solid polycarbonate and durable TPU, and it has an IP66 water- and dust-resistance rating. It’s available in either black or white. Nomad also offers engraving services, so you can put your pup’s name and your number directly on the tag.

The DogTag is made of a rubber-like material that holds the AirTag securely in place while fitting around most standard dog or cat collars.

Note: It slips onto the collar rather than clipping on, so be wary of the your pet’s current collar as it might not be compatible.

This silicone AirTag sleeve attaches to your pet’s collar and holds your AirTag. It’s available in nearly 30 different colors.

This is a more rugged alternative to Nomad’s Leather Loop (above). It’s available in either black or brown.

Apple’s leather key ring can be attached to your pet’s collar. It’s available in three different colors: dark blue, brown or red.

Casetify makes a lot of different AirTag Holders with designed from flowers to dinosaurs, stars to various different patterns — check them all out here. This “custom” one allows you to add your pet’s name (up to 11 characters) right on it. You can pick between several different colors, too.

The Presidio SiliLoop has a unique and elongated loop-through design, which is slip onto your pet’s collar or harness. It’s made out of soft-touch silicone and is available in several vibrant colors.

This is a durable AirTag holder that comes with a carabiner key ring, which makes it easier to attach things like luggage, straps and other key rings. Available in black or green.

OtterBox’s Rugged Case has large buffers to give your AirTag extra protection. It’s available in either white or black.

This slim leather keychain is available in either black or brown. It has an adhesive on the inside to hold the AirTag in place. The black key ring is included.

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