Why Microchipping Your Pet Matters
Pets can go missing even with collars, especially if the collar slips off. A microchip provides a permanent, tamper-resistant ID that stays with the animal for life, offering a reliable backup when visual identification fails.
How Microchips Work
A microchip is a small transponder, about the size of a grain of rice, implanted under the skin. It contains a unique identification number that is read by a handheld RFID scanner at 134.2 kHz, matching the ISO 11784 and ISO 11785 standards.
Microchips Are Not GPS Trackers
A microchip does not provide real-time location data. It only holds a unique ID number. The chip is only read when scanned by a compatible reader, typically at a vet clinic, shelter, or animal control facility.
Registration Is Required For The ID To Work
The microchip number alone is not enough. It must be registered in a national or regional database with the owner’s contact details. Without registration, the chip cannot link back to the owner.
Microchipping Increases Return Rates
Studies show that microchipped pets are significantly more likely to be returned to their owners than those without. The presence of a registered microchip is a critical factor in reuniting lost pets with their families.
