Animalscaretips
- Why do we need to register pet microchips?
- What is the Red PetLink tag for?
- Is PetLink a microchip?
- Is microchipping the same as registering?
- How do you register a pet chip?
- Can you track your pet with PetLink?
- What does PetLink cost?
- Are PetLink microchips International?
- What is the benefits of microchip for dogs?
- What are the benefits of microchipping your cat?
- What's the purpose of microchipping a dog?
- How do you get rid of a pet on Petlink?
- How do I contact Petlink?
Why do we need to register pet microchips?
That's why registering the chip is so important. When a lost pet is found and scanned, a shelter can quickly search that ID number in a database to find out where that pet is registered, then alert the registry that the pet has been found. ... And they're best used in addition to — not instead of — standard pet ID tags.
What is the Red PetLink tag for?
The red or blue plastic tag you received when you purchased your microchip is only available at the time of the original purchase. However, you can purchase a variety of different collar tags from PetLink that also include your pet's microchip number.
Is PetLink a microchip?
Giving pets a voice with our microchips
PetLink identification products alert everyone at a glance that your pet has a microchip.
Is microchipping the same as registering?
As of July 2016, New South Wales residents can register their pets online. Using their microchip number, owners are able to create an account and add contact details so they can be fully contactable. Registration payment can also be completed online.
How do you register a pet chip?
Log in, or create your MyServiceNSW Account. Enter your identity document details, if required. Enter your pet's microchip number. Confirm all details are correct and contact the NSW Pet Registry or your local council if there are any inaccuracies.
Can you track your pet with PetLink?
Enter the microchip number here to search the PetLink database. This search is used to find lost and found pets, and will return pet information for microchips registered with PetLink. ... Instead it will identify which registry should be contacted when a lost pet is scanned and a microchip number is identified.
What does PetLink cost?
PetLink charges a $19.99 fee for registering your microchip. For an additional $19.99, you can upgrade to a lifetime membership, which includes unlimited changes to your registration. Both HomeAgain and PetLink must be inserted by a trained professional — usually at an animal shelter or your vet's office.
Are PetLink microchips International?
That is why it is important that your pet is electronically identified with an implanted chip that contains a unique identification number of 15 digits long. This chip is compliant to the international ISO standard and is recognised in most countries around the world.
What is the benefits of microchip for dogs?
Greater chance of being reunited - If your animal gets lost or stolen, having them microchipped will increase the likelihood of them being returned to you. Lasts a lifetime - Microchips last a lifetime so once they're implanted you don't have to worry.
What are the benefits of microchipping your cat?
"Microchips cannot be misread, and the identification number is tamper-proof." The benefits of microchips are that they cannot be misread, and the identification number is tamper-proof. The information about the pet and owner is usually readily retrievable from the database.
What's the purpose of microchipping a dog?
The purpose of microchips used for pets is to provide a form of permanent identification. These microchip implants are called radio frequency identification (RFID) tags. They are tiny, about the size of a large grain of rice, and are passive.
How do you get rid of a pet on Petlink?
To voluntarily terminate your access to the Service at any time via the Site, simply follow the directions provided on the Site. If for some reason you cannot sign in, you may terminate your Account by sending us written or email notice of termination to [email protected].
How do I contact Petlink?
In the event that your pet is lost, or in the case of a pet emergency, you can contact us by calling 1-877-PETLINK (1-877-738-5465).
