Thursday 18 June 2026 · Brighton · 12pm–7pm We’re taking over a Brighton chippy for the day and we’d love you to join us! Come for the chips, stay to help bring a pet home. Captain’s Fish and Chips 18 June 2026 12pm–7pm Free entry Pets welcome “Help a lost pet find their way home.” […]
Dog Microchipping
The Role of Microchipping in Lost Pet Recovery
Losing a pet is every owner’s worst nightmare, but microchipping offers a reliable way to bring lost pets home. Shelters, vets, and animal control officers rely on microchips to identify stray animals and contact their owners quickly. This guide explores how microchipping plays a vital role in pet recovery, from increasing reunion rates to streamlining […]
How to Avoid Losing Your Dog
A recent Dogs Today survey showed more than 95% of all dog owners have lost their pet at least once. For many, thankfully, it was only for a few seemingly endless minutes, but long enough for panic to set in. No matter how careful you are, accidents can and do happen. How can you increase […]
What It Really Costs UK Owners to Find a Lost Pet
Two in three owners say losing pet is their biggest fear, with owners paying out an average £1,522 to bring missing pets home Yet, a quarter (23%) are delaying important admin like updating their pet’s microchip details or sorting insurance because the process feels too time consuming. As 84% say they would join a community […]
Updating Your Dog’s Microchip for International Travel
Have you checked your dog’s microchip details before your international trip? Discover essential steps to ensure a smooth reunion if your pet gets lost.
How to Prevent Dog Theft: A UK Guide
Terrifyingly, pet theft is increasing every year. How can we keep our best friends safer? PetDatabase.com works closely with the Stolen and Missing Pets Alliance (SAMPA) and DogLost and they can give us some very valuable advice. First, it’s worth trying to get inside the mind of these despicable thieves. As a species they will […]
Is Your Pet’s Microchip Registered? Why 1 in 3 Records Are Blank
You probably don’t realise how important this is for your pet’s safety – please check that you have up to date details on your pet’s microchip – they could be blank. Read our post to find out more.
Using Drones to Find Lost Dogs in the UK
The exciting world of drone-powered pet rescue and what to do when dogs go into wild survival mode! Sometimes when a pet goes missing, especially in rural areas, the easiest way to get a sighting is using a drone. But where would you even start to find a drone and a willing pilot? […]
Why It’s Essential to Keep Your Pet’s Microchip Details Updated
You might think that once your pet is microchipped, you’re all set, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Imagine your furry friend slipping out of the yard and getting lost—how quickly could you be reunited if your contact info is outdated? Life is unpredictable; moves, new phone numbers, or even changes in your […]
Check the Chip Day: Make Sure Your Pet’s Microchip Works
When was the last time you checked your pet’s microchip works? Let’s all do it on August 15th for #CheckTheChipDay – every year – or more often. Our statistics show one in three pets could not be reunited due to missing or incorrect data. Chip data fails don’t come up much on the news. That’s […]
Our DogLost Partnership: Keeping More Pets Safe and Found
We are thrilled to be partnering with DogLost – uniting the UK’s leading, free lost and found pet service with the first free pet microchip database. Established in 2004, DogLost has reunited over 90,000 pet owners with their loved ones. Together we hope to further these numbers by providing pet owners a service that is […]
Dog Microchipping Law in the UK: Rules, Deadlines and Fines
Microchipping your dog in the UK is a legal requirement, but what are the consequences of non-compliance? Discover the crucial details now.