Professionals and Welfare Organisations

Working together to reunite pets with their families.

  • AniMap partners with police forces, dog wardens, local authorities and rescue centres, giving them fast database access, reliable keeper identification and dedicated assistance.
  • Our support line is available 24/7, and organisations can create a free account for secure, direct access to the AniMap database.
  • Run microchip searches instantly and, if a chip belongs to another registry, we'll guide you to the correct provider without delay.
Local Authorities
Rescue Centres
Dog and cat wearing AniMap collars
Dog Wardens
Police Forces

Creating an Account

Get professional access in just a few simple steps.

  1. 1

    Apply online

    Submit a Welfare application through the AniMap portal or below.

  2. 2

    Verification

    You may be asked to provide supporting documentation for verification.

  3. 3

    Get approved

    Once approved, sign in and use the features available to your role.

Microchip Searches

Find answers. Get pets home.

Use the Microchip Search tool to enter a chip number and check the AniMap database instantly. If the chip is not registered with AniMap, the system will automatically direct you to the appropriate UK pet microchip database with contact details so the reunification process can continue without delay.

Microchip Search

Not registered with AniMap? We'll direct you to the correct UK microchip database.

Authorised Searches

Secure lookups for professionals who need it most.

Accounts with enhanced permissions will see a dedicated Search option within their dashboard. This allows legally authorised lookups where you will be asked to record a valid reason, and all activity is securely logged.

Search Process

  1. 1Open the Authorised Chip Search tool
  2. 2Enter the microchip number
  3. 3Provide a search reason if prompted

Information You Can See

  • Pet details: name, species or breed, colour/markings, date of birth, implant date, and notes (where available)
  • Keeper details: visible when consent has been granted or your account holds higher authorisation
  • Temporary contact: shown if the keeper has assigned one, along with expiry date
  • Registered veterinary practice: displayed if provided by the keeper

Consent & Visibility

Keeper contact information is governed by consent settings and your account's permission level. In some cases only limited data will be shown.

AniMap's support team can help guide the next steps when you need assistance.

Ready to Apply for Welfare Access?

Unlock the tools you need to help pets.

Create your welfare organisation account to request secure access to AniMap search tools and support services. Applications are reviewed to verify eligibility before advanced account permissions are enabled.

Apply as welfare organisation

Secure access

Enhanced permissions for authorised professionals.

Verified accounts

Applications reviewed to ensure you're eligible.

Powerful tools

Access advanced search and support dashboard.

Dedicated support

Our team is here to help you every step of the way.

Trusted by organisations across the UK to help reunite pets with their families.

  • Police Forces
  • Local Authorities
  • Rescue Centres
  • Dog Wardens