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How long and how often should my new puppy wear their collar?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 10 lbs

For how long and how often should I leave my puppy’s collar on

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Answered By Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

Veterinarian

Published on May 26th, 2018

Hi and thanks for posting on Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! If the collar has Rocky's tags and ID attached to or on the collar itself, you'll want to keep this on him whenever he is out of the house (at parks, walks, day care, or even the back yard ) in case Rocky gets out or escapes. It is up to you whether you'd like to keep a collar on Rocky while inside the home, but it may be a good idea in case of an emergency or in case he slips out on accident. I hope this helps!

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