Frequently Asked Questions

By: Shoo!TAG

Is there any danger associated with the use of Shoo!TAG™ products? Are there any negative side effects?

No. Shoo!TAG™ products contain no harmful, toxic chemicals and do not interfere with other treatment modalities. They have no ill effects or side effects of any kind.

 

Can I use Shoo!TAG™ on any animal or pet? Do they have to be worn every day?

We have animal, pet and people products available. They are pest specific (for example, tick tags won’t keep away fleas) as well as species specific (for example, dog tags would not work for cats). Each tag is for all weights and sizes and is safe for pregnant or lactating animals. The tags will start working in a few days but may take longer depending on the health of the individual. Pet and animal tags must be worn at all times to maintain effectiveness.

 

Do you have protection from lice and mosquitos for dogs or ticks for horses?

We undertand there is a need for more protection and weare developing more products. Watch our website for new product launches.
 

Why are there two tags in my package?

For pets, one tag is to keep away fleas and one tag is to keep away ticks. For horses, one tag is for flies and one tag is for mosquito. In the Outdoor Pack, there are tags for mosquito, tick and chigger. The tags in your package can be worn at the same time or individually. They work faster and better if near or against the body.
 

How do I attach the tags?

The two tags in each pet and animal package attach to the collar or harness with a ring that is included in the package. They work best when the magnetic strips face the pet/animal most of the time.

 

The important things to remember when attaching the tags are:

• make sure the magnetic strips are fully exposed and are protected from being scratched prematurely
• the tags are not in a position to get bent

This will allow for the maximum life expectancy of the tag.

 

There are a variety of ways to attach the tags to your animal. For the dogs and cats, the best thing to do is cut one of the tags on the dotted line so that both magnetic strips are exposed (they have 2 holes for this purpose). If you cut the pet tag on the dotted line, throw away the upper portion with the silver sticker and hang the portion with the magnetic strip toward the pet. Place the shorter one under the longer one and attach to the pet's collar. This also stabilizes the tags to help keep the magnetic strips facing the correct way. Scratches on the magnetic strips will wear the tags prematurely and they will stop working. For active pets that would have trouble keeping the tags from being scratched and bent, the tags can be attached inside the collar with duct tape. Make sure the magnetic strips are completely exposed and not covered by the tape. If you have a small dog, cut them both small and place one on top of the other. We would recommend that you place the biggest problem insect tag closest to the animal.

How do I attach the horse tags?

The best way to attach the tags is to individually braid each tag into the underside of the mane behind the bridle path with the magnetic strip facing the animal . Some of the tags have only one hole punched in them. If that is the case with yours, simply use a regular hole punch to put another hole on the opposite end of your tag. Be sure to place the hole away from the magnetic strip.

 

If you prefer, you can use them on a halter or bridle, using the ring included in the package to attach the tags, with the magnetic strips facing the animal's body up by the cheek portion of the halter. This helps to keep the tags from being bent. Do no attach them to the rings used to lead the horse, as they will not offer maximum effectiveness. The closer to the body you attach the tags, the less chance of the tags getting bent. For those horses with sparse or roached manes, you may attach them at the top of the tail because tail swishing can still raise welts on horse or rider if the tags are at the bottom of the tail.

 

A bent tag or a scratched magnetic strip will take away from the effectiveness of your tag. Please remember to maintain your tags by:

• Keeping the tags on the animal in a way that prevents them from being bent (bridle users should attach the tag up high near the cheek).
• Keep the magnetic strip clean by occasionally wiping the tags with a damp, soft cloth. The tags are waterproof.

How do I care for my tags?

Periodically clean the tag with a clean soft, damp cloth to remove dirt, sweat and body oils that accumulate and lessen the effectiveness of the tag.

Will exposure to household magnets cause the frequencies to be removed from the magnetic strip?

While it is important to keep the tags away from strong magnets that will erase them, the slight magnetic field of a scissors or other household magnets will not cause damage. However, the demagnetizers used at checkout counters in large retail stores will erase the cards.
 

I purchased a double pack so that I would have two applications. How do I store the extra set of tags?

Keep your tags in their mylar bag in a drawer or cabinet until you are ready to use them. The shelf life of inactivated tags is 2 years.
 

Does Shoo!TAG™ use radio frequency to transmit the barrier field?

No. The frequencies that are embedded in the magnetic strip are earth energies similar to the Schumann Wave and not harmful radio frequencies. In terms of effect, we are only using the energy field that is already emitted from an animal and adding a few frequencies that we know that specific insects do not like. We are not taking any energy from the animal, just using what is already there. There is no ill effect to the health of the animal or the planet. Shoo!TAG™ products will not interfere with radio frequencies or radio collars.

Will Shoo!TAG™ interfere with any other treatment modality or the microchip my dog has implanted?

Because we are using earth energies, there is no danger of harm to the animal. Neither will these frequencies interfere with any other treatment modality, electrical device or microchips.

Can my Shoo!TAG™ products get wet?

Yes! Shoo!TAG™ products are waterproof (including saltwater). Remember to clean them periodically with a soft, damp cloth to remove accumulated sweat and body oils that can lessen the effectiveness of the tags.

Why does it take 24-36 hours to activate the tags? Can it take longer?

Even with a healthy animal, it takes time for the energy field to extend the pest barrier frequencies into the animal’s entire energy field. We know through our focus groups and preliminary trials that this can take up to 36 hours. Please keep in mind that if an animal has recently had a surgery, vaccinations, steroid medication, or you have been using heavy poison products on them it will take longer for your animal to detox and strengthen its energy field. It is important to note that, because the tags work with your pet’s energy field, it is important that they are as healthy as possible. We have found that animals that are on or have recently taken steroid drugs, that have recently had surgery, or are old do not respond well to our products.
 

How does Shoo!TAG™ work?

Using a proprietary process, Shoo!TAG™ assists the wearer by adding to its external bio-energetic field with specific frequencies proven to disturb targeted pests and create a barrier. For more information please visit our science page.

Does Shoo!TAG™ work well in high infestation areas?

High infestation areas are always going to require a multi-faceted approach. It is important to remember that our products are a natural approach and natural approaches take longer to work than conventional poisons. Be sure you start with a freshly washed pet and vacuum your indoor areas frequently. Use natural products in your yard to reduce pests there as well. Remember that if your pet’s energy field has been weakened by poisons, medicines or surgeries, it will take longer for the tags to begin creating the pest barrier.