Microchipping Your Puppy
Do I need to get my puppy microchipped?
It is the owner’s/keeper’s responsibility to ensure the details registered to the microchip are kept up to date. Failing to do so can also result in a fine. Microchip details can be stored with a number of different microchip companies. At Ryedale Vets, we have the ability to scan and read your dog’s microchip number, so we can let you know who you need to contact to update the microchip details.
If you want to discuss microchipping your puppy further, you can contact us to speak to one of our friendly Ryedale Vets healthcare experts or you can register your puppy online today.
What details will be registered with the microchip?
The details registered to a microchip usually include some of your own details, including, name, address, and contact telephone numbers or e-mail should anyone need to contact you if your dog is found. They will also take some of your pet’s details such as breed, colorings, age, whether they are neutered, and any medical conditions that are useful to know about.
How big is a microchip?
About the size of a grain of rice.
Is it painful when the microchip is implanted?
The needle to implant a microchip is slightly larger than a standard vaccinating needle so can cause a little pain, but this usually only lasts a few seconds, after which most puppies are none the wiser.