Dog and cat microchipping is a simple procedure. A Deepwood veterinarian simply injects a microchip for pets, about the size of a grain of rice (12mm), beneath the surface of your pet’s skin between the shoulder blades. The process is similar to a routine shot, takes only a few seconds, and your pet will not react any more than he would to a vaccination. No anesthetic is required.
How Pet ID Chips Work
Watch this video to see a veterinarian perform a simple dog microchipping injection:
A HomeAgain microchip is permanent pet ID. The microchip itself has no internal energy source, so it will last the life of your pet. It is read by passing a microchip scanner over the pet’s shoulder blades. The scanner emits a low radio frequency that provides the power necessary to transmit the microchip’s unique cat or dog ID code and positively identify the pet.
HomeAgain is the only dog & cat microchipping product on the market today that has the Bio-Bond™ patented anti-migration feature to help ensure that the microchip will stay in place so that it may be easily located and scanned. If your pet gets lost and is taken to an animal shelter or veterinarian, they will scan the microchip to read its unique dog or cat ID code. This is the number used by HomeAgain to identify the pet and retrieve your contact information, which is used to contact you and reunite you with your pet.
The Benefits of the Home Again Service
HomeAgain National Pet Recovery Database
Your pet’s microchip links to a permanent listing in our national lost pet database. This means anytime/anywhere pet recovery service—no matter how far your lost pet has traveled. Learn More >
Lost Pet Specialists
HomeAgain’s call center is staffed with Lost Pet Specialists trained to help pet owners cope with the stress of losing a pet. Trained professionals are available 24/7 to send out Lost Pet Alerts and personally guide you through the emotional process of finding your lost pet. Learn More >
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Membership Service
Rapid Lost Pet Alerts
When your pet goes missing, the HomeAgain lost pet network is on the lookout for your missing family member. We send out rapid Lost Pet Alerts to members of our Pet Recovery Network within a 25-mile radius from where your pet went missing. Learn More >
Medical Insurance For Lost Pets
Offered by PetFirst Healthcare, your HomeAgain membership includes lost pet medical insurance coverage of up to $3,000 (less a $50 deductible) for injuries your cat or dog suffers while lost. Call to activate your lost pet health insurance policy before your pet gets lost! Learn More >
24/7 Emergency Medical Hotline
HomeAgain is committed to protecting your pet with 24 hour pet emergency services. Call HomeAgain to speak with a licensed ASPCA veterinarian anytime a medical emergency strikes! Learn More >
Travel Assistance For Found Pets
HomeAgain knows just how far lost pets can travel. Our pet transport services will cover up to $500 in travel expenses for your found dog or cat when he’s discovered over 500 miles away from home. Learn More >
