Pet Database

Pet Database: microchip registration and pet reunification in the UK

Pet Database is a national pet microchip database in the UK operating under DEFRA compliance. Its service focuses on registering and updating microchip data, verifying chip numbers and helping lost pets return home. The platform presents itself as a comprehensive tool that combines safety, peace of mind and the best chance of success if the worst happens.

Main services

The company offers a set of services aimed at managing pet identification:

• Update and register your pet's microchip.
• Transfer keeper (change of owner).
• Check a chip number.
• Lost and found pet locator.
• Report a missing pet.
• Sale and assignment of Smart Pet Tags.
• Adoption of rescued pets and registration of partner rescues.
• Pet owner advice, with specific sections for cats and dogs.

Smart Pet Tags and automatic notifications

Pet Database's Smart Pet Tags use QR codes and are designed so you never have to replace the tag: details are updated on the user's account whenever they change. When someone scans the tag, the system automatically sends "Safety Pings" to the owner. In addition, the database notifies you in real time when professionals access the microchip details.

Collaboration with DogLost and lost pet service

Pet Database describes itself as the microchip database chosen by DogLost, a UK pet reunification platform. This collaboration allows a network of local volunteers to work alongside pet wardens, vets and rescues to facilitate the safe return of pets. The company states that DogLost is the UK's largest lost and found dog service. The site shows recent cases of dogs found or reunited in various areas such as Kent, Norfolk, East Anglia, Devon, West Lancashire, Surrey, Banbridge and Armagh.

Updating details and multiple registrations

The platform emphasises the importance of keeping details up to date. According to a quote from the Battersea Microchipping Report 2021, 63% of stray dogs' records are out of date. Pet Database allows you to update details in seconds, register multiple pets on one account and keep information safe and secure.

Pet adoption and associated services

The site includes an adoption section with over 500 pets nationwide, with examples of animals from rescues such as Leicester Animal Aid, Cat Watch Wilts Rescue, Danaher Animal Home, United Paws Rescue, Akita Rescue & Welfare Trust, Animal Concern Cumbria and All Dogs Matter. Pet Database is part of the Tailster group, which offers pet care services through over 30,000 trusted, vetted and local pet-loving carers across the UK, and a perks programme called Tailster Perks with free samples, exclusive trials and discounts on pet brands.

Service comparison

The company stands out from other databases by offering unlimited details updates, lost pet service, social media sharing, Safety Pings notifications whenever your pet's chip is searched for, perks for your pet, multiple pets on one account and notifying local wardens and vets.