This web application helps identify the likely manufacturer or brand of a pet's microchip based on its number. It is designed as a quick, client-side reference for veterinary staff, shelter workers, and anyone who has found a lost pet. The core data is transcribed from the “MICROCHIP FORMAT GUIDE” by MicrochipHelp.com.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: > This tool does not check live pet registration databases and cannot provide any pet owner information. It is only a reference to suggest the likely company associated with a microchip number.
Always use official resources like the AAHA Universal Lookup for a complete owner search.
You can use the tool live right now at: https://elitegreyit67.github.io/Universal-Pet-Microchip-Lookup-Tool/
- Open the live demo link above.
- Enter the microchip number into the input field.
- Click "Lookup Microchip."
- The tool will identify the probable manufacturer and provide notes.
- Use the provided links under "Official Lookups" and "Advanced Help" to continue your search for the pet's owner.
Here are a few examples of what the tool can identify. Try these in the demo!
| Microchip Number | Expected Result from This Tool |
|---|---|
985112003627548 |
Manufacturer: HomeAgain (Datamars, ISO) |
0A1234567 |
Manufacturer: AVID (10-digit) |
900012345678901 |
Note: Unregistered "900" series ISO chip. Use AAHA lookup. |
If you have found a lost pet, use this tool to identify the chip company, then follow these steps:
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✅ Use the AAHA Universal Pet Microchip Lookup:
- www.petmicrochiplookup.org — This should be your first stop. It searches most major North American pet recovery databases at once.
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☑️ Try the Direct Registry Lookups:
- If AAHA doesn't yield a result, use the direct links provided by this tool (e.g., PetLink, HomeAgain) based on the identified manufacturer.
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🆘 For Dead-End or Unregistered Chips (Advanced Help):
- Use the resources in the "Advanced Help" section of the tool. This includes a link to request assistance from The Microchip Hunters, a volunteer group that specializes in tracing hard-to-find owners.
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🌐 Check Other Databases:
- International: Europetnet, PetMaxx
- Other Lookups: PetChip.info (for registries not in the AAHA tool)
- Prefix-Based Identification: Identifies brands/manufacturers using the microchip number.
- Comprehensive Data: Based on the latest guide from MicrochipHelp.com (updated 02/04/2025).
- Supports Multiple Formats: Handles 15, 10, and 9-digit microchips, including alphanumeric ones.
- Detailed Display: Shows manufacturer, clickable contact info, and important notes.
- User-Friendly: Clean, responsive layout built with Tailwind CSS.
- Dark/Light Mode: Toggle between themes for user comfort.
- Action-Oriented: Guides users directly to official lookup services and expert volunteer help.
- Fully Client-Side: Your search is private. No data is sent to or stored on any server.
- Frontend: HTML, Tailwind CSS (via CDN), Font Awesome (via CDN), and vanilla JavaScript.
- Data: All microchip prefix data is stored as an embedded JSON object within
index.html. This makes the tool a single, portable file that works offline. - Operation: 100% client-side. All logic runs in the user's browser.
To run this project on your local machine:
- Clone the repository:
git clone https://github.com/EliteGreyIT67/Universal-Pet-Microchip-Lookup-Tool.git
- Navigate to the project directory:
cd Universal-Pet-Microchip-Lookup-Tool - Open the
index.htmlfile in your web browser.
Q: Can I use this offline? A: Yes. Because all data is embedded in the index.html file, you can download the repository and open the file locally without an internet connection.
Q: Does this tool show owner information? A: No. For privacy and security, this tool only provides likely manufacturer/brand information to guide your next search steps.
Q: What if the chip number isn't found in this tool? A: An unknown prefix does not mean the chip is invalid. It simply means it's not in our reference guide. You should always proceed to the "Critical Next Steps" and use the AAHA universal lookup.
Contributions are welcome!
- Bug Reports & Data Corrections: If you find a bug or have official updated information on a chip prefix, please open an issue.
- UI/UX Improvements: Suggest enhancements to the interface or workflow.
- Volunteer to Find Pets: To help trace chips for found pets, contact The Microchip Hunters via MicrochipHelp.com.
- Fork this repository.
- Create a new branch (
git checkout -b feature/YourAmazingFeature). - Make your changes and commit them (
git commit -m 'Add some AmazingFeature'). - Push to the branch (
git push origin feature/YourAmazingFeature). - Open a Pull Request.
- Convert to a Progressive Web App (PWA) for enhanced offline support.
- Add internationalization (i18n) to support multiple languages.
- Theme toggle (dark/light mode).
- Implement an optional external JSON data source for easier updates.
- “MICROCHIP FORMAT GUIDE” by MicrochipHelp.com & Lost Dogs of America
- American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA Universal Pet Microchip Lookup)
This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.