Dog microchipping is an essential step in keeping your pet safe. This permanent identification system involves a tiny chip, no larger than a grain of rice, implanted under your dog’s skin. The chip contains important details, such as your contact information, which can be scanned by vets, local authorities, and rescue centres to reunite you with your pet if they are lost. Gower Vets provides expert microchip implantation services to help keep your dog safe and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
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What Is Dog Microchipping?
A microchip is a small device that carries a unique identification number, linked to a national database that stores your contact details. Most vets, including Gower Vets, along with local authorities and rescue organisations, are equipped with scanners to read these chips.
When a microchip is scanned, a quick call can reunite you with your beloved pet. In the UK, it’s a legal requirement for dogs to be microchipped, and failure to comply could lead to a fine of up to £500. To protect your dog and adhere to the law, ensure they are microchipped by eight weeks of age. Additionally, if you plan to travel with your dog, microchipping and an animal health certificate are mandatory.
Why Choose Dog Microchipping at Gower Vets?
Losing a pet is every owner’s worst fear. Collars and tags can fall off or break, but microchipping provides a permanent solution that cannot be lost or removed, making it the most reliable form of identification.
By choosing dog microchipping at Gower Vets, you’re taking an essential step in protecting your pet. Our microchips meet the International Standard (ISO), ensuring they are recognised abroad—vital if you plan to travel with your dog.
In addition to dog microchipping, Gower Vets can microchip a range of other animals, including cats, ferrets, rabbits, snakes, parrots, tortoises, and horses. Our team highly recommends this service for all eligible pets.
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Contact Us for Dog Microchipping in Swansea
Just bought a new puppy? Or perhaps you've got a rescue dog that hasn't been microchipped. Contact Gower Vets here, or call us on 01792 299111.
How Does Dog Microchipping Work at Gower Vets?
The process is quick, safe, and virtually painless for your pet. Sedation is not required for the implantation, as it involves only minimal discomfort and can be done during a routine consultation.At Gower Vets, we check whether your dog already has a microchip before implanting a new one. If you’re unsure whether your dog is microchipped, don’t worry—our team can easily confirm it using a scanner. If your pet doesn’t have one, we’ll implant and register the chip in a national database, ensuring lifetime coverage. The cost of registering the microchip is included in the implantation fee.
Book Your Dog Microchipping Appointment Today
Gower Vets offers professional, pain-free dog microchipping services to ensure your pet’s safety. If your dog ever escapes, slips its collar, or gets lost, their microchip can provide the information needed to reunite you quickly.
Don’t forget to keep your contact details up to date in the database—this is crucial for ensuring a smooth reunion if your pet goes missing. Planning to take your dog abroad? Microchipping is also required to obtain the necessary travel documents.
For more information or to book your dog microchipping appointment, contact Gower Vets today. With multiple branches available, you can easily get in touch with the one nearest to you.
