After a two-week work trip, you noticed a blue tattoo on your dog’s stomach after picking her up from a 24/7 daycare. Here’s what it might mean and what to do next: Why Do Pets Get Tattoos?
Tattoos are often used to show a pet has been spayed/neutered or,
for identification—common before microchipping.What Do Daycares Offer? Many provide more than boarding, including grooming and vet care. This could explain how the tattoo appeared.What Does a Blue Tattoo Mean?
A small blue tattoo near the belly often marks spay/neuter status—but it should never be done without your consent. Possible Explanations: Spay/neuter indicator ID markMistake ,Prevents future unnecessary surgeries What You Should Do:
Check your dog’s medical records .Take clear photos of the tattoo Contact the daycare with specific questions: Was any procedure done? Do they tattoo pets? Why weren’t you informed? Ethical Concerns: Permanent changes like tattoos require owner consent. If done without it, this raises serious ethical and possibly legal concerns.
