HOW MICROCHIPPING WORKS
A microchip is a form of permanent identification.
Despite common misconceptions, it is not a tracking device. While an ID tag or a collar can fall off, a microchip is inserted beneath your pet’s skin using a syringe and remains in place for the rest of their life. The process of being microchipped feels similar to receiving a vaccine, and there is no need for anesthesia, incisions, sutures, etc. Each chip is roughly the size of a grain of rice and, once in place, is detected using a handheld scanner.
Microchips do not contain any personal information. Instead, each has a unique identification number that can be used to look up information that is stored in an online account. When you have your pet microchipped, you need to register the chip and provide your name, phone number, and additional information. Our team will help you with this step. If you ever move, change your phone number, etc., it is up to you to update the information in your account.
If your pet ever gets lost and is brought into a shelter or vet’s office, they will be scanned for a chip. Someone will then use the number from the chip to look up your contact information. As long as the information in your account is up-to-date, they will then reach out to you to let you know that they found your furry friend.
Microchips do not contain any personal information. Instead, each has a unique identification number that can be used to look up information that is stored in an online account. When you have your pet microchipped, you need to register the chip and provide your name, phone number, and additional information. Our team will help you with this step. If you ever move, change your phone number, etc., it is up to you to update the information in your account.
If your pet ever gets lost and is brought into a shelter or vet’s office, they will be scanned for a chip. Someone will then use the number from the chip to look up your contact information. As long as the information in your account is up-to-date, they will then reach out to you to let you know that they found your furry friend.
