Pet safety and lost pet guides

Short answers first, with sources. Free from LostPet.com.

• How to check your pet's microchip registration (and update it)

  Check your pet's microchip: find the number, look it up with the AAHA tool, confirm the registry has your phone, and save a free backup record.

  October 13, 2026

• Fireworks and pets: how to keep them calm and safe

  Fireworks and pets: how to keep dogs and cats calm and safe on New Year's Eve and July 4. Safe room, ID check, signs of fear, and when to call your vet.

  October 13, 2026

• Halloween pet safety: how to keep dogs and cats safe on trick-or-treat night

  Halloween pet safety tips for dogs and cats: keep pets away from the door, candy and costumes they hate, and register your pet free in case they slip out.

  October 13, 2026

• What to do if your dog is lost: a step-by-step checklist

  Lost your dog? Start now: search nearby, call shelters and vets, report your dog lost, post flyers and confirm your microchip. A step-by-step checklist.

  October 13, 2026

• Microchip vs. ID tag: why your pet needs both (and why registering matters)

  Microchip or ID tag? They do different jobs. See how each works, why a chip must be registered, and how a free LostPet.com record adds a third layer.

  October 13, 2026

• Pet ID tags: what to put on them and how to keep them working

  What to put on a dog or cat ID tag: your phone number first, a backup number and your pet's name. Plus QR vs. engraved tags and when to update them.

  October 13, 2026