Pet Microchip Lookup & Pet ID Tools
Identify, organize, and protect your pet’s permanent ID — microchip lookup, number checking, registration help, lost & found, and printable pet ID cards.
How Pet Microchips Work
A pet microchip is a tiny ID implant (about the size of a grain of rice). It stores a unique number — not GPS location and not your phone number. When a shelter or vet scans the chip, they get the number, then use a registry lookup to find where the pet may be registered.
Our job: help you check the number and find the right registry. Owner details stay with official registries.
Microchip Registry Guide
Different chips may be associated with different registries (for example HomeAgain, 24Petwatch, PetLink, AKC Reunite, and others). Use our and the official AAHA registry lookup to identify which registry to contact.
Dog & Cat Microchip Resources
FAQ
What is a pet microchip?
A pet microchip is a small identification device implanted under a pet's skin that contains a unique identification number.
Can I look up a pet microchip number online?
Yes. A microchip number can be checked against available registry or animal-identity systems. The information returned depends on the registry and the pet's registration status.
Can a microchip tell me where my pet is?
No. A standard pet microchip is not a GPS tracker. It is designed to provide identification when scanned.
Can I find a pet owner's phone number from a microchip?
Not necessarily. Registry systems may restrict owner information for privacy. AAHA's lookup identifies registries but does not display owner information.
How do I register my pet's microchip?
First identify the registry associated with the microchip, then follow that registry's registration or update process.
What should I do if I found a lost pet?
Have the animal scanned for a microchip, check the microchip number, contact the associated registry, and contact local shelters or animal control.
