QR Code & Barcode Labels for Smart Animal Tracking

Digitally enabled, easy-to-scan labels to support accurate identification,
recordkeeping, and traceability in animal tracking systems

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Overview

QR Code & Barcode Labels offer a highly effective, scan-ready identification solution for managing pets and livestock with precision. At Animal Watch 365 Technologies, we deliver rugged, customizable labels that link animals directly to digital records, making it simple to retrieve vital health, ownership, or location data in seconds.

These labels provide a low-cost yet highly scalable method of ensuring accurate traceability—ideal for farms, veterinary clinics, shelters, and transport operations. Our labels are designed to withstand demanding agricultural environments, offering long-lasting readability and compatibility with standard scanning equipment. Headquartered in Houston, TX, we bring deep industry experience and innovation to our customers across North America through tailored solutions that combine simplicity, reliability, and modern tracking efficiency.

Core Components

Hardware

  • Waterproof and UV-resistant adhesive labels 
    Environmental & Agriculture Sensors – Help ensure environmental durability standards for label adhesion and material longevity in field conditions. 
  • Optional laminated or tamper-proof formats 
    Zigbee Accessories – Offer supporting tamper-evidence components and smart tagging integration compatible with QR/barcode formats. 
  • Printed QR codes and 1D/2D barcodes (EAN-13, Code 128, Data Matrix, etc.) 
    Optical & Imaging Sensors – Facilitate high-precision reading and validation of printed codes for livestock identification. 
  • Handheld or mobile barcode/QR code scanners 
    Industrial Tablet PCs – Serve as portable data terminals for scanning and managing animal records through code-based ID systems. 

Software

  • Customizable ID generation platforms 
  • Scanning and decoding applications (iOS, Android, Windows) 
  • Label management and batch printing tools 

Cloud Services

  • Cloud-based animal ID database integration 
  • Remote access to individual animal records via scanned codes 
  • Real-time syncing with herd management platforms 

 

Key Features and Functionalities

  • Scannable with smartphones or commercial barcode scanners 
  • Printable in multiple formats, sizes, and materials 
  • Offline and online record access 
  • Code encryption for data protection 
  • Easy integration into existing tracking and veterinary systems 

Integrations

  • Compatible with RFID, NFC, and GPS tracking systems for hybrid setups 
  • Syncs with veterinary software and animal welfare platforms 
  • Works with cloud-based herd or shelter management dashboards 

Compatibility

  • Operates with common scanning tools (smartphones, tablets, handheld readers) 
  • Printable via thermal, inkjet, or laser printers 
  • Adhesive labels affix to collars, crates, harnesses, ear tags, or health forms 

Relevant U.S. & Canadian Industry Standards

  • USDA Animal Identification Numbering System 
  • GS1 Barcode Standards 
  • CFIA Health of Animals Regulations 
  • Canadian Livestock Tracking System (CLTS) 
  • ISO/IEC 15459 for data carrier labeling 

Applications

  • Animal shelters and adoption services 
  • Veterinary health check stations 
  • Livestock feedlots and auction yards 
  • Companion animal transport and travel records 
  • Breeding and genetics tracking 
  • Meat processing and cold chain verification 

Industries Served

  • Commercial livestock farming 
  • Veterinary and animal healthcare 
  • Animal transport and logistics 
  • Nonprofit rescue and shelter organizations 
  • Pet product and supply chain companies

Benefits

  • Enables fast and accurate animal identification 
  • Reduces manual data entry and human error 
  • Enhances traceability during transport, vaccination, or inspection 
  • Scalable for large herds, breeding facilities, or rescue operations 
  • Affordable for B2B and nonprofit organizations alike 

Case Studies

A nonprofit equine rescue implemented QR-coded neck labels to manage health and ownership records for over 400 horses. Volunteers used smartphones to instantly retrieve medical histories and adoption readiness, reducing administrative errors by 70%. 

A pork producer in Missouri used barcode labels linked to health certificates and feeding data. Integrated with a farm management system, the barcodes enabled real-time insights during growth phases and ensured full traceability during processing. 

An agricultural co-op in Ontario adopted QR-labeled identification cards for a genetics tracking project. Farmers scanned the tags using a mobile app to log breeding cycles, performance data, and vaccination records—streamlining operations for over 2,000 ewes across 14 farms. 

Want to Digitize your Animal Tracking and ID System with QR Code & Barcode Labels?

Contact Us today for expert consultation, label customization options, or to request a product demo. Let us help you modernize your animal identification strategy with reliable, scan-and-go simplicity.

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