Looking for a secure and trustworthy microchip registry in British Columbia? This article explores why the BC Pet Registry is the province’s only non-profit, locally operated solution for pet identification and safety. Backed by the BC SPCA and recognized across North America, the registry offers lifetime protection with no hidden
Looking for a secure and trustworthy microchip registry in British Columbia? This article explores why the BC Pet Registry is the province’s only non-profit, locally operated solution for pet identification and safety. Backed by the BC SPCA and recognized across North America, the registry offers lifetime protection with no hidden
Table of Contents The Day Miss Molly Disappeared Amalie had just settled into a new home when her curious kitten bolted. On the afternoon of
On July 20, BC SPCA Vancouver together with the BC SPCA Vancouver Hospital hosted a free microchip clinic, welcoming pet guardians from across the Lower
On July 12, 2025, the BC Pet Registry joined Friendly Paws Society at Sunset Beach in Vancouver for PawsFest. Over 100 families engaged with our
On March 22, BC Pet Registry, BC SPCA Richmond, and Petsville Animal Hospital teamed up for a free microchip and scanning clinic to help reduce the number of unidentified stray pets in the Richmond community. The event addressed one of the root causes of animal suffering – being lost and placed
Bringing home your first pet is a joyful and life-changing experience. Whether it’s a playful puppy, a senior rescue cat, or a quirky new companion, your role as a pet parent starts with love, care, and responsibility. Amid all the excitement, one step stands out as truly essential: making sure
Losing a pet is a terrifying experience, and many owners turn to tracking devices like Apple AirTags for peace of mind. While AirTags can help in certain situations, they have limitations—they rely on nearby Apple devices, can fall off, and pose a choking hazard. Unlike AirTags, a registered microchip is
Every Day is Tag Day: The Importance of Pet Identification April 5, 2025, marks Every Day is Tag Day, a reminder for pet owners to check their pet’s identification. Ensuring your pet has a visible AND permanent ID can make all the difference in bringing them home if they get
On March 22, BC Pet Registry, BC SPCA Richmond, and Petsville Animal Hospital teamed up for a free microchip and scanning clinic to help reduce the number of unidentified stray pets in the Richmond community. The event addressed one of the root causes of animal suffering – being lost and placed
Bringing home your first pet is a joyful and life-changing experience. Whether it’s a playful puppy, a senior rescue cat, or a quirky new companion, your role as a pet parent starts with love, care, and responsibility. Amid all the excitement, one step stands out as truly essential: making sure
Losing a pet is a terrifying experience, and many owners turn to tracking devices like Apple AirTags for peace of mind. While AirTags can help in certain situations, they have limitations—they rely on nearby Apple devices, can fall off, and pose a choking hazard. Unlike AirTags, a registered microchip is
Every Day is Tag Day: The Importance of Pet Identification April 5, 2025, marks Every Day is Tag Day, a reminder for pet owners to check their pet’s identification. Ensuring your pet has a visible AND permanent ID can make all the difference in bringing them home if they get
All microchips registered with the BC Pet Registry are traceable internationally via the American Animal Hospital Association’s (AAHA) universal pet microchip lookup, petmicrochiplookup.org. This partnership means that you and your pet can travel with confidence!
The BC Pet Registry is owned and operated by The British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BC SPCA). All proceeds from this program support the life-saving work performed everyday at BC SPCA locations throughout the province.
