Abstract: A pet collar having an integrated audio playback system for easing the manner in which identification concerning a pet can be stored and retrieved. The audio message pet collar includes collar body constructed in substantially the same manner and of substantially the same materials as a conventional dog collar except that it includes an integrated electronics housing and speakers system. The electronics housing defines a waterproof case which includes a manually engagable electrical switch, a microphone, a controller, battery, sound card, and memory module. The controller is configured to, upon various engagements of the switch, enter a record mode or enter a playback mode, thereby enabling a pet caretaker to record desired information on the audio message pet collar, which subsequently be directly and quickly availed through an audible message to another in the event the pet is lost.