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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
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
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
What are the differences in microchip brands?
All microchips are not the same. Different companies manufacture their chips in different parts of the world...from Switzerland to China. Many new companies have started producing microchips in the last year or so, thus there is a significant difference in the quality of the parts used by companies in the
What is your Privacy Policy?
All information held in our database is private and protected by our published Privacy Policy . Our Customer Privacy Policy Microchip Identification Systems has been in business in the United States since 1989. We are committed to your right to privacy and we safeguard your personal information. Microchip
Is there an annual renewal fee for microchip registration?
No. No renewal fees. No annual fees. Your registration is maintained with full Member Benefits for as long as you own the pet.
Did you develop the smaller chip for pets?*
After 2 years in development, we began production of the 15-Gauge needle in late 2013. Designed specifically for pets, this chip truly revolutionized the implant procedure. Standard microchips have in the past required a 12-Gauge needle to implant, but BuddyID® is delivered through a slim sharp 15 gauge needle. This
Does your registry have live operators? *
Yes. And here is why. Lost pet recoveries require conversation. Circumstances vary. Owners are upset and need to talk to a real person. It is important to sort out the details. None of this can be achieved by a human-less robotic registry. Our highly trained staff assists owners, vets and shelters