Microchipping provides permanent identification that significantly increases the chances of reuniting lost pets with their families. The procedure is quick, safe, and can be performed during a routine wellness visit or alongside spay & neuter surgery.
Each microchip contains a unique identification number that can be scanned by veterinary clinics, shelters, and animal control organizations.
Microchipping offers a reliable layer of protection that can greatly improve the chances of bringing a lost pet back home. We recommend it for all puppies and kittens as part of their early care.
A microchip is a small device containing a unique identification number. If a pet becomes lost, veterinary clinics, animal shelters, and animal control services use a specialized scanner to read the chip number, allowing them to cross-reference the registry database and contact the owner.
Yes, microchipping is a quick, safe, and minimally invasive procedure. The microchip is roughly the size of a grain of rice and is implanted quickly beneath the loose skin between the shoulder blades, causing minimal temporary discomfort.
Yes, for convenience and pet comfort, a microchip can be placed during a regular preventative care exam or easily implanted while your pet is undergoing another surgical procedure, such as a routine spay or neuter.
Implanting the chip is only the first step; you must register the unique chip number with your current contact details in the national database. Our team will provide you with the registry information to ensure your account is successfully updated.
Yes. We can routinely scan your pet's microchip during their annual wellness exams to verify that it is fully functional, reading accurately, and remains properly positioned.
