How to Register an Avid Microchip

Avid Identification Systems, Inc., is a manufacturer of microchips used to identify pets. Avid maintains PETtrac, a nationwide database of animals implanted with the company̵7;s microchips that is accessible by law enforcement authorities, veterinarians, shelters and kennel clubs across the country. Registering your Avid microchip is a short process that you can complete in just a few steps.

Instructions

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      Call the Avid PETtrac information center at (800) 336-2843.

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      Choose option 5 from the automated menu or dial extension 2007.

    • 3

      Provide the customer service representative with all the required information, including your microchip number, your contact information and a description of your pet.

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      Pay the registration fee. As of 2010, Avid charges a one-time fee of $19.95 to register one of its microchips in the PETtrac system. Avid accepts credit cards, debit cards, checks and money orders.