Although performing dog microchip registration can sound scary, it is actually a simple routine process that is almost painless.
Instructions
** Go to your vet and get microchip implanted **
Make an appointment with your veterinarian to have him/her insert the microchip. The microchip is very tiny and the process is very quick, so do not be scared. If you have concerns or your dog has health issues that you think are relevant to the dog microchip registration process, be sure to ask your veterinarian to relieve your concerns.
** Register the microchip with the microchip brand **
There are several brands of microchips. You must register the microchip with the appropriate brand. You will need to include the microchip registration number and your contact information on the registration form. You will also need to pay registration fees.
** Keep your contact information current **
Make sure to notify the microchip brand of any contact information changes. Current contact information is essential if your pet gets lost.
** Pay annual fees **
Find out about annual microchip registration fees and be sure to pay them so that you are not shut off from the system.
** Be on call if your pet gets lost **
If your pet gets lost and an animal shelter finds your pet, you should be notified. Remember the contact information you gave when you did the microchip registration and make sure to be available by these contact means.
Note: At this point not every animal shelter has the ability to scan every type of animal microchip, so just because you do dog micro chip registration does not guarantee that your dog will be found. It does, however, increase the likelihood.
** Keep up to date with new microchip registration information **
Dog and pet microchip registration is relatively new, so it is still changing and improving. Read current news stories and websites on pet microchip registration to find out new trends.