ABOUT PET DWELLING®
The simple, reliable way to bring pets home
Every pet owner knows that sinking feeling when a door is left open, a leash slips, or a pet suddenly disappears. Pet Dwelling® was created for that moment. We are a veteran-founded small business built around one mission: help bring lost pets home faster, with less stress and more certainty.
- 500,000+ pets protected
- Veteran founded and led
- No app needed to scan a tag
- No batteries no charging, no subscription
SMARTER PET ID. SIMPLE BY DESIGN.
Traditional pet tags provide limited information, while GPS trackers can require batteries, charging, apps and ongoing subscriptions. Pet Dwelling takes a simpler approach. Our QR and NFC Pet ID Tags connect your pet to a digital profile that can be accessed with a smartphone—no app required.
When someone finds your pet, they can scan the tag to instantly view your pet's profile, contact you with a tap, and share their location to help you locate your pet. You receive a real-time scan alert, and when location is shared by the finder, you can see where the scan occurred.
SCAN. CONNECT. GET HOME FASTER.
YOUR PET'S DIGITAL HOME
Pet Dwelling is more than identification. Your pet's digital profile gives you one convenient place to manage owner and emergency contacts, photos, veterinary information, medical details, vaccination records and important documents. Update information anytime without replacing your pet's tag.
BUILT FOR PETS. BUILT FOR EVERYDAY LIFE.
Pets run, play, explore and get wet. Their identification needs to keep up. Our pet ID tags are designed for everyday wear using durable materials and protected QR technology to help keep the code clear and easy to scan through daily adventures.
No batteries. No charging. No app required.
PRIVACY & CONTROL
Your pet's information should remain under your control. Pet Dwelling privacy settings let you choose what information is public, visible only after a scan, or kept private. Location information is shown when shared by the person scanning the tag, providing useful information while keeping you in control of your pet's profile.
TRUSTED TO PROTECT 500,000+ PETS
Pet Dwelling has helped protect more than 500,000 pets and is trusted by pet owners for its simplicity, reliability and ease of use. Pet Dwelling has also been recognized by publications including Parade Magazine as we continue our mission of helping pets and their families stay connected.
WHY WE BUILT PET DWELLING
Pet Dwelling was founded around a simple belief: when a pet goes missing, making the right connection quickly can make all the difference.
We're not trying to make pet identification complicated. We're trying to make it work better. That's why we combine durable physical pet identification with simple digital technology that anyone with a smartphone can use.
MEET THE FOUNDERS
A Veteran-Led Team Passionate About Pet Safety
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Thomas Rich
FOUNDER & CHAIRMAN
In memoriam
Thomas Rich, a U.S. Army veteran and graduate of UC Berkeley and the University of Delhi, was the founder of Digidata Systems LLC and a lead investor in Pet Dwelling. A lifelong animal lover, Thomas helped rescue and reunite countless pets and brought that same compassion and commitment to Pet Dwelling's mission. His vision continues to inspire our work today.
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Ben Chou
FOUNDER & CEO
Ben Chou brings more than 25 years of IT experience and a track record of building successful ventures. An animal lover since childhood, inspired by his father, Ben combines his experience in cloud and digital technology with his passion for pets to develop simple, innovative solutions designed to help protect them and bring them home faster.
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Steven Liao
CHIEF TECHNOLOGY ADVISOR
Steven Liao is an IT specialist with more than 20 years of experience spanning Polytechnic University (now NYU), Wall Street and Columbia University. With expertise in web applications, system infrastructure, security and AI, Steven helps drive Pet Dwelling's technology and innovation. After joining the team, he became a pet owner himself, strengthening his commitment to developing technology that supports pet safety and animal welfare.
Together, our team combines technology, experience and a shared commitment to pet safety—continuing Pet Dwelling’s mission to help more pets find their way home.
Where Pets Are Loved!™
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Whether you have a curious puppy, an adventurous dog, an indoor cat who occasionally escapes, or a senior companion who deserves extra protection, Pet Dwelling gives them another way home.
Protect your pet today. Because every pet deserves a safe way home.
WHERE PETS ARE LOVED!™