Austin’s Microchip Mystery: Pet Owners Left in the Dark

News Summary

The closure of Save This Life, a microchip company in Austin, has left many pet owners anxious about the safety and tracking of their pets. With previous registries rendered inactive, experts suggest re-registering with reliable services like 24PetWatch and AKC Reunite. In light of this situation, resources to help affected pet parents are becoming available, highlighting the importance of multiple forms of identification for pets.

Austin’s Microchip Mystery: What Pet Owners Need to Know After Save This Life Closure

Hey there, Austin! If you’re a proud pet parent in town, you might have heard some unsettling news about a microchip company that many of us have trusted for years. That’s right, Save This Life, a local microchip provider, has officially shut its doors, leaving pet owners scratching their heads about what to do next.

What Happened?

For those who aren’t familiar, Save This Life has been serving our furry friends since 2016, offering microchipping services that give pet owners some peace of mind. Well, it seems that peace of mind has been shaken up a bit! Recently, concerned pet owners received an email from their veterinarians announcing that the company is now inactive. A quick check shows that the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts also confirms this sad news.

Voiceless Voices

In our quest to get answers, we tried to reach out to Save This Life. Sadly, all our calls went straight to silence; their phone number isn’t working anymore. This situation is not only confusing but it’s leaving many pet owners like Melissa Stevens in a pickle. She, along with countless others, relied on this microchip service, and now, they’re left uncertain about the safety and tracking of their beloved pets.

Pet Owners in a Bind

Cameron Gordon, a former Austin resident, is among many who have encountered issues with their pet’s microchip registration through Save This Life. He reported problems like unresponsive customer service while trying to ensure his pets, Sage and Waffles, were registered properly. It’s definitely frustrating to say the least!

What Should Pet Owners Do?

No need to panic just yet because help is at hand! Sarah Hammel, who works with the Austin Humane Society, has some solid advice for pet owners during this unfortunate time. She suggests immediately re-registering your pets with more reliable microchip companies like 24PetWatch, AKC Reunite, and Home Again. These organizations are reputable and will help make sure your furry friends can always find their way back home.

The Cold, Hard Facts

It’s a real kicker, but as it stands, all pets previously registered with Save This Life are currently untraceable. If your pet’s microchip starts with the numbers 900164 or 991, it’s likely a Save This Life chip and is unfortunately not connected to any active registries now. However, there’s a glimmer of hope! You can still check your pet’s microchip number by reviewing adoption contracts or veterinary records. The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) even has a handy Microchip Registry Lookup Tool.

In Case of Emergencies

If your pet happens to go missing, updating your contact information with any active registry is crucial to ensure that their microchip works effectively to reunite you. Plus, it might ease your mind to know that the San Antonio Animal Care Services has confirmed their microchipping services are not affected by this closure.

Free Help Available

Here’s a silver lining! BuddyID, a company based in Louisiana, is stepping up to help those affected by offering free registration for pets that need to be re-registered after Save This Life’s closure. What a relief, right?

Multiple Identifications Matter

Lastly, it’s worth mentioning that Animal Rescuers Without Borders suggests using multiple forms of identification for pets. This can really enhance the chances of being reunited if your furry friend goes missing. After all, every little bit helps when it comes to keeping our beloved pets safe!

Wrap-Up

So, Austin, let’s keep our pets safe and our spirits high during this time of uncertainty in the microchipping world. Remember, we’re in this together, and we’ll find our way! Stay vigilant, re-register with reliable services, and keep those furry pals close!

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