PET MICROCHIP FAQs
UNIQUE ID
Pet microchips are pre-programmed with an unique ID number.
(e.g. 990000000247910)
Finding your pet's ID number
If a microchip ID sticker wasn't provided when you adopted your pet:
Check your adoption paperwork
Bring your pet to your vet to have them scanned
(Tip: Take a close-up photo of the ID number on the scanner display for your records)
REGISTER ID
REGISTERED ID
Once registered, your contact information will be available to rescuers.
SCAN CONTACT
When you register your pet, rescuers can contact you directly.
Pet microchips are pre-programmed with an unique ID number.
Once registered:
Your contact information will be linked to this ID number.
If your pet is ever lost:
Shelters and rescues will be able to
contact you directly after scanning your pet.
WHAT THEY ARE:
Best chance for a pet to
be returned home
Readable by
Universal Scanners
PERMANENT
WHAT THEY ARE NOT:
GPS
Homing Devices
Programmable
Battery Powered
10 MILLION dogs & cats are lost or stolen in the U.S. every year
ADDITIONAL PET RECOVERY TIPS:
Make sure to thoroughly check;
Basements
Crawl Spaces
Dressers
Closets
Garages
Attics
Laundry Rooms
(and all other nooks and crannies)
Cats and smaller pets (like ferrets and rabbits)
are especially prone to going missing in the home.
TIP: Try also leaving food or treats out for them to find
Searching the area in the immediate vicinity of where you last saw your pet is very important. Go slow and pay close attention to areas that may offer sheltering (Like bridges, ravines, picnic tables, etc.). Be sure to ask any pedestrians you see if they recently saw your pet and leave your contact information or a lost pet poster with them.
PRINT POSTERIt may seem like a long shot, but go back to where you last saw your pet and leave an article of clothing.
(preferably something that you've worn for at least a day)
Go back and check this spot often.
If you have a Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or other social media account, post information and a current photo of your missing pet to friends and followers. Ask them to spread the word and help further the search.
Check in with all of the places you have contacted to see if they have heard anything or have any updates.
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