Which microchips are ISO compliant?

There are two fairly common microchip brands that are compatible with ISO regulations for the EU: HomeAgain and the AVID Euro chip (which is 10 digits, instead of the common US 9 digit chip).

Is Home Again microchip ISO compliant?

Our system features an ISO standard-compatible, 134.2 kHz microchip with patented Bio-Bond™ anti-migration technology and a universal scanner capable of detecting and displaying ID codes for all brands and frequencies of pet microchips.

Are all 15 digit microchips ISO compliant?

All 15 digit chips are ISO 11784/11785 compliant including those we stock in our store. They are ready for insertion by your veterinarian. After your vet inserts the chip, they should scan the area with a microchip scanner to make sure that the chip was implanted properly.

Are AKC reunite microchips ISO compliant?

AKC Reunite 134.2 kHz microchips are ISO 11784/85 FDX-B compliant and ISO 24631-3 certified by ICAR. Each AKC Reunite microchip is encapsulated in 100% bioglass and features an all-in-one syringe delivery device with medical-grade, extra-sharp, double bevel needles for easy insertion.

Is 24PetWatch ISO compliant?

The 24PetWatch® (Allflex) reader is an example of a universal reader designed to scan and detect both ISO compliant and non-ISO compliant microchips.

How can you tell if a microchip is ISO compliant?

Remember, just knowing the chip company is not enough to tell whether your existing chip is compliant. Look to length – if the microchip number is less than 15 digits, the microchip is not ISO standard, so go ahead and re-chip away.

How do I know if my pet has an ISO microchip?

Look to length – if the microchip number is less than 15 digits, the microchip is not ISO standard, so go ahead and re-chip away. Not traveling after all? Your 9 or 10 digit microchip will still work just fine here in the States.

Are 24PetWatch microchips ISO compliant?

How do I know if my dog has an ISO microchip?

Are all microchips ISO compliant?

The United States doesn’t currently require that all chips are ISO compliant, so it is not safe to assume that a U.S. chip is compliant (especially older chips). Check the chip’s frequency with the manufacturer if you have any questions.

Is the HomeAgain microchip compatible with other countries?

The HomeAgain chip is ISO compatible, as is the AVID Euro chip (which is different from the AVID Standard). Some countries, such as Hong Kong, still require the AVID Standard microchip, so again, double check each nation’s requirements before you travel internationally.

Which microchip brands are compatible with the EU’s ISO regulations?

There are two fairly common microchip brands that are compatible with ISO regulations for the EU: HomeAgain and the AVID Euro chip (which is 10 digits, instead of the common US 9 digit chip). Take a look at our previous blog posts covering both AVID chips and HomeAgain chips in more detail.

How much do HomeAgain microchips and scanners cost?

How much do HomeAgain microchips and scanners cost veterinarians? New HomeAgain clinics will be offered an introductory price of $850 (a $1,525 value) for two boxes of the HomeAgain Universal WorldChip™ or two boxes of the HomeAgain XS™ Microchip and one Universal WorldScan Reader Plus.

How many pets has HomeAgain microchipping found?

But HomeAgain is rewriting these statistics with advanced microchipping technology and comprehensive pet recovery services that have found more than 2 million pets to date. And with your help, we can find even more.