Poll Recap: Identification Methods

Permanent, tamper-resistant, and accurate identification of horses can provide positive proof of ownership should you and your horse become separated. In last week’s poll we asked our readers what type of identification methods they use for their horses. Over 500 people responded to the poll, and we’ve tallied the results!

Of the 521 respondents, nearly one-third (148) said they use microchips as a form of identification for their horse, while 75 individuals (14%) said they use freeze branding. Another 50 respondents (10%) indicated they use lip tattoos as a form of identification, and 17 respondents (3%) use hot branding. The remaining 231 individuals (44%) said they do not use any of the forms of identification mentioned.

Additionally, 48 individuals left comments about identification methods for horses.

Source: TheHorse