Adoption microchip transfer

Adopted Dog Microchip Transfer: What to Do Next

Rescues and adopters frequently need to move the registered keeper record after rehoming. The database holding the chip controls the transfer, so identify it first and keep the adoption paperwork available.

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After adoption

Confirm the chip number
Identify the database
Ask the rescue whether it has already initiated the transfer
Provide your contact details
Keep the adoption agreement until the record is confirmed

PetChipHelp is an independent guidance service. We can help identify the database and explain the process, but official microchip records are changed by the database provider that holds the registration.

Have the microchip number?

Check which database appears to hold the record, then go straight to the right provider.

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