Permanent Microchipping For Pets
Collars fall off and tags can get lost, but a microchip stays with your companion for life. Our quick, safe microchipping procedure provides permanent national registry identification so your pet can always find their way back home.
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Why Every Pet Should Be Microchipped
Permanent & Tamper-Proof
About the size of a grain of rice, the microchip is placed safely beneath your pet's skin between the shoulder blades. It cannot be lost, worn down, or removed.
Universal ISO Scanner Reading
We use international standard (ISO 11784/11785) chips readable by any veterinary clinic, animal shelter, or municipal peace officer in Canada and worldwide.
Fast, Single In-Clinic Injection
Implanting a microchip is just as quick as a routine vaccination. No surgery or anesthesia is required, though it can easily be paired with a spay, neuter, or dental cleaning.
How Microchipping Works at Montrose
Pre-Check Scan
We first scan your dog or cat with our universal scanner to confirm they do not already carry an active microchip.
Quick Implantation
The tiny sterile microchip is gently injected under the loose skin between the shoulder blades in just a few seconds.
Immediate Verification
We scan your pet again right away to confirm the unique 15-digit code transmits cleanly on the scanner screen.
National Registry Setup
You receive the unique registration ID with clear guidance to ensure your contact phone and address are linked.
Why Indoor Cats & Fenced Dogs Need Chips
Most lost pets found by shelters are indoor companions who escaped unexpectedly during a delivery or open door:
- Open Door Escapes: Visitors, deliveries, or open windows can prompt a startled indoor cat or dog to bolt.
- Collar Breakaways: Breakaway safety cat collars are designed to snap open under pressure, leaving lost cats without identification.
- Much Higher Reunion Rate: Microchipped pets are dramatically more likely to be successfully reunited with their families.
Keeping Your Contact Information Updated
A microchip only works if your phone number and address are kept current in the national database:
- Moving Homes: Remember to log into your registry account and update your new Beaumont or Alberta address.
- New Phone Numbers: Add emergency secondary contacts (family member or friend) as backup contacts.
- Annual Scan Check: We gladly scan your pet's microchip for free during their annual wellness exam to verify signal strength.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is microchipping painful for my pet?
No more than a regular vaccine injection. It takes only a few seconds, does not require anesthesia, and most pets barely notice it, especially with a tasty treat distraction.
Is a microchip a GPS tracking device?
No. Microchips do not contain batteries or GPS transmitters and cannot track your pet's real-time location. Instead, they store a unique 15-digit ID that scanner devices read when a lost pet is brought to a clinic or shelter.
How long does a microchip last?
The microchip has no moving parts or batteries and will last for your pet's entire lifetime without ever needing replacement or maintenance.
At what age can a puppy or kitten be microchipped?
Puppies and kittens can safely be microchipped as early as 6 to 8 weeks of age during their routine puppy/kitten vaccine appointments, or during their spay/neuter procedure.