Microchipping in Surrey
Every year, thousands and thousands of pets go missing. Not knowing where your pet is or how to bring them back can be a helpless, hopeless feeling. It’s a tragedy that happens all too often. But there is a simple, safe, and effective way to ensure your pet’s safety and retrieval should they ever become lost.
We offer microchipping at 7218 King George Blvd, Suite 120, Surrey, BC V3W 5A5.
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Collars and tags can fall off, get removed, or become too worn to read, but a microchip provides a permanent form of identification that stays with your pet for life. If your pet is ever lost and brought to a vet clinic or shelter, a quick scan of the microchip can help reunite you far faster than relying on tags alone.
What to Expect During the Procedure
Microchipping is a quick, simple procedure that can usually be done during a regular visit, with no anesthesia required. The microchip is inserted just under the skin, typically between the shoulder blades, using a needle similar in size to what’s used for routine vaccinations. Most pets tolerate it with little more than a brief pinch, and no recovery time is needed afterward.
Frequently Asked Questions About Microchipping
Does microchipping hurt my pet?
Most pets experience only a brief pinch during insertion, similar to a routine vaccination, and no anesthesia or recovery time is needed.
How does a microchip help reunite me with my lost pet?
If your pet is found and brought to a vet clinic or shelter, staff can scan the microchip to retrieve your contact information from the registry and reach out to you directly.
Do I still need a collar and tags if my pet is microchipped?
Yes. A collar and tags are still helpful for a quick visual ID, while the microchip serves as a permanent backup in case the collar is lost or removed.
How long does the microchip last?
Microchips are designed to last the lifetime of your pet and don’t require batteries or replacement.
Do I need to register the microchip somewhere?
Yes, the microchip needs to be registered with your contact information in a pet recovery database. We’ll help make sure this is set up correctly after the procedure.
Can the microchip be tracked with GPS?
No, a microchip isn’t a GPS tracker. It only stores an ID number that’s read when scanned, which is used to look up your registered contact information.
Protect Your Pet’s Way Home
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