How does PET key work?

How does PET key work?

A pet microchip uses a radio frequency known as RFID to transmit the ID number stored on the microchip to the scanning device that reads the pet’s unique number and displays it. Pet Microchips do not require a power source like a GPS (Global Positioning Device) so there are never any batteries to replace or charge.

Do I have to pay for Petkey?

After the initial fee, PetKey offers affordable yearly or lifetime registration packages as low as $17.99. The registrations for multiple pet households can be discounted by our registration consultants via phone. We offer military discounts, as well as discounts for pets who have been adopted then spayed/neutered.

Is Petkey ISO compatible?

petkey™ Microchips They are ISO Compliant which conforms to the International Organization for Standardization or ISO Standards 11784 and 11785.

How long does a microchip last in a dog?

Microchips are designed to work for 25 years.

What type of microchip does home again use?

ISO microchips
Luckily, HomeAgain microchips are ISO microchips and can be recognized by scanners worldwide.

Can Iphone read pet microchip?

Unfortunately, no. A smart phone can not and will not ever be able to read a pet’s microchip. There are no apps for iphone or android that do this and there never will be. There will never be an iphone, android- google, samsung or otherwise that will ever have that capability.

Can you track a microchip?

It can only be read by a microchip scanner at very close range. It can’t be used to locate a lost pet — it can only be used to find out the pet’s microchip ID number after someone has found it and taken it somewhere with a microchip scanner.

How much does HomeAgain microchip cost?

A common misconception among pet owners is that you must renew your pet’s registration annually, at the cost of $19.99, in order to keep your pet’s microchip number, description, your name, and your contact details in the HomeAgain database.

Is there an app to scan dog chips?

Unfortunately, no. A smart phone can not and will not ever be able to read a pet’s microchip. There are no apps for iphone or android that do this and there never will be.

Can you feel microchip?

Yes, you can feel your cat’s microchip! It has the same shape as a long grain of rice and it’s usually easy to find between the shoulder blades, especially if your cat has a healthy body condition.