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Guide for Choosing a Microchip Company
Choosing a Microchip Provider and a Microchip Registry are important decisions. The chip you purchase and install will be a lifelong identifier for the animal. It will need to perform on demand for the many situations animal and owner may face. Not just for loss or theft, but for regulatory,
What is an 840 USDA Microchip?
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) published a final rule in 2013 establishing regulations regarding the trackability of U.S. livestock moving interstate. The rule names specific methods of animal identification that are acceptable. One of the permitted methods of identification is a 15 digit microchip that begins with the designated United States
What size are your needles? *
BuddyID® is the original tiny chip and is like no other! Developed specifically for the pet industry, our Mini line of products have virtually transformed microchipping in pets. With excellent readability, the needle size reduction results in much less discomfort for the animal. We combined the latest technology and our
Are your chips ISO Certified?
Microchip ID Systems manufactures only Certified ISO microchips. ISO refers to the 'International Standards Organization'. To be Certified as ISO, the chip must be manufactured as follows: 1) Operate at a radio frequency of 134.2 kHz. 2) Contain 15 digits, the first three of which are the unique assigned manufacturer
What is the benefit of registering my pet’s microchip? *
We proudly offer the very best services and live customer care to pet owners. (With no annual fees!) Visit our top-rated registry - BuddyID.com - and learn more. Modern, efficient and smart, with Real-Time Customer Care. An unregistered pet doesn't always find their way home.
Can all microchip scanners read your chips?
Our microchip products can be read by scanners around the world. Any universal scanner and many scanners that are not universal can read Microchip ID Systems products. If you have any questions, give us a call at 800-434-2843.
Where are your microchips manufactured?
A microchip is a unique set of components that are put together and housed in a tiny glass tube. Our microchip products are made using the best components from carefully selected suppliers around the world. They carry an exclusive 100% Lifetime Warranty. Our bio-glass comes from Schott® in the United
Why choose Microchip ID Systems? ∗
We get it. There are lots of chip companies from which to choose. However, as with any product that LOOKS similar to others, you must investigate what you can't see. It makes all the difference! • Microchips are far from equal! Microchip ID Systems has been in business for over
Does the AVMA have a position on microchips?
The American Veterinary Medical Association recommends a Certified ISO microchip for all species. From AVMA.org: "The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), World Small Animal Veterinary Medical Association (WSAVA), and American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) endorse the use of electronic identification
Should I use ISO chips for pets?
The microchip world is moving to the ISO standard. We only manufacture the Certified ISO standard as it recognized worldwide and can be read by scanners in use across the USA. For international travel, your pet is required to have a 15 digit ISO microchip. * Beware: Do not use
Do you have FEI microchips for horses? *
YES! EquineChip is FEI complaint and accepted worldwide for equine passports. FEI requires a universal type of chip called 'ISO'. > See the EquineChip Plus...you can now check the chip in your horse at any time with our personal Pocket Hero reader. Get yours today! For everything horse - visit our Equine
How to choose a Microchip Registry? *
There is one thing that matters when choosing a microchip registry. Does it work when needed? Our answer is a resounding YES. Take a look at BuddyID.com - our site JUST for Pets and their owners. A successful and well managed registry requires a lot of work, live real-time customer
Can I use a chip for the USDA-APHIS Scrapie Program compliance?
Yes, you can use a microchip. Our division called Alliance ID provides the officially approved products you need. Call us if you have questions: 800-434-2843. Read what the USDA-APHIS has to say: "The National Scrapie Eradication Program, coordinated by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
What is the problem with these ‘900’ microchips?
Those who rely upon microchips to reunite pets and owners have voiced concerns about a type of ISO chip that begins with these three numbers: 900 (nine-zero-zero). The concerns are centered around ease of tracking the chip back to the maker/distributor. There are hundreds of companies who share the 900
When can I expect my order?
We have several options to choose from. Choose the one that meets your needs! Standard Delivery $9.50 | Standard Delivery packages will ship on Mondays, Thursdays & Fridays | Expect delivery in 3 - 5 business days after shipped. Rush My Order $15.00 | Ships same day | Expect delivery in
What about microchip migration (after they are installed)?
Microchips will not migrate if they are properly installed. To further curb any issues, our microchips are coated with a smooth bio-compatible sealer called Parylene™. This coating not only seals the glass but helps the chip bond easily to the tissue under the skin.
What is the Pet Microchip Lookup Tool? *
The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) hosts the Pet Microchip Lookup Tool. The United States national microchip search tool is online at aaha.org/petmicrochiplookup. It is free to use. Thousands of microchip numbers are checked through the AAHA system daily! Note: All pets registered at BuddyID.com are automatically & immediately trackable in the Pet Microchip
What are the statistics on microchip success stories?
Try these stats! 1. A study of more than 7,700 stray animals at animal shelters showed that dogs without microchips were returned to their owners 21.9% of the time, whereas microchipped dogs were returned to their owners 52.2% of the time. 2. Cats without microchips were reunited with their owners
Is a microchip a GPS device?
No. A microchip installed under the skin of an animal is NOT a GPS device. The microchip does not have a battery or power source, which are required for GPS. Microchips react to radio wave signals initiated by a scanner. The technology to incorporate a lifelong battery for a GPS