A microchip is a simple chip that is inserted by injection into the neck of your dog or cat. The procedure takes just a few seconds, and is relatively quick and painless. No anesthesia is necessary, and your pet will forget within moments that the microchip was ever inserted.
The purpose of inserting the microchip is so your dog or cat can be identified and returned, if it ever gets lost. While some might say this is unnecessary because you can put a collar on your pet, it is important to remember that a microchip is inside the animal. It can't be removed or fall of or get lost, like an external collar. Once your pet is microchipped, it is microchipped for life.
Most vets offices, SPCA's, humane societies and animal shelters have microchip readers. These universal readers can read all different types of microchips implanted into animals. So, if your animal is brought in to a shelter after being lost, the first thing the shelter usually does is scan for microchips. If they find one, this will allow them to quickly and easily get in touch with you.
There is a cost for installing the microchip in your pet, which can be done at any vets office. This cost may vary depending on your veterinary, but usually ranges around $30-$50. You then usually have to pay a few to register the microchip with the company that made the microchip. This is an important step, because when you register your microchip that is when you enter the appropriate information. The chip implanted in your cat or dog is just a numbered microchip that is part of the massive database o all microchips, and when you actually fill out your registration paperwork, you are claiming that microchip as yours and filling out the information that would be necessary to find you and return your pet.
Some microchip companies offer a monthly subscription service, but this is usually not necessary. Once you have registered your microchip, you are in the database and your information will be available as long as it is kept current. You need to remember that if you move or change your phone number, you will need to update the microchip information so your most current contact info is available in case your pet ever gets lost. If a microchip is identified with an old address, it will be of little use to your pet when it is scanned because it will not serve its purpose in ensuring a quick reunion with you.
These microchips can provide tremendous peace of mind for pet lovers. No one wants to lose their companion animal and have to suffer through pet loss. And, no one wants their animal alone, unable to find its owners and possibly put to sleep without even a pet urn or pet grave marker to honor their life, simply because the shelter is not able to find their family.
Colleen Mihelich
Owner, Peternity... honoring your pet for eternity
http://www.peternity.com
colleen@peternity.com
877-PET-PEACE
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