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Dog & cat microchipping at home in Tasmania
Permanent pet identification across Launceston and the East Coast, from Greens Beach through to Freycinet.
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Why Choose Adventure Vets’ Mobile Service for Microchipping?
Microchipping is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your pet. Adventure Vets brings this quick, safe procedure directly to your home, providing permanent identification that dramatically increases the chances of being reunited if your pet ever goes missing.
Permanent Identification
Unlike collars and tags that can fall off, a microchip stays with your pet for life.
No Stressful Clinic Visit
Quick procedure performed in your pet's comfortable home environment.
Combined with Other Services
Add microchipping to vaccination appointments or health checks.
Complete Registration Included
We'll help you register your pet's details with the national database.
Why Microchip Your Pet?
Microchipping provides crucial protection for your beloved dog or cat, offering benefits that collars and tags alone cannot match.
- Required for interstate and international travel
- Provides proof of ownership in disputes or theft cases
- Enables quick owner contact in veterinary emergencies
- Secure form of identification that can be scanned and traced back to you
- Safe, quick procedure with minimal discomfort
- Stays with your pet for life; just remember to update your contact details if you change address.
What's Included in Your Microchipping Service
Every microchipping appointment with Adventure Vets includes the complete procedure plus assistance with registration to ensure your pet's information is properly recorded.
The microchip is a tiny device (about the size of a grain of rice) implanted just beneath your pet's skin, usually between the shoulder blades.
Your microchipping service includes:
- Microchip implantation using sterile technique
- Immediate scanning to confirm proper placement and function
- Recording of unique microchip number
- National database registration with 'Central Animal Records'
- Sticker with microchip details for your records
- Guidance on keeping registration details current
How it works
When you book microchipping with Adventure Vets, the process is quick, simple, and can easily be combined with other services.
Book an Appointment
- Book online or call to schedule
- Add on vaccinations or health checks
- No special preparation needed for pet
- Bring existing identification tags if applicable
Visit Day
- Get estimated arrival time
- Quick, safe microchip implantation
- Sticker with microchip details
- Immediate scanning to confirm placement
After Visit
- Registeation with Central Animal Records
- Receive microchip documentation & number
- Receive confirmation of registration info from CAR
Frequently asked questions
Is microchipping safe?
Yes, microchipping is considered very safe, and adverse reactions are extremely rare.
The procedure is quick and most pets tolerate it well, though some puppies may cry briefly when the chip is inserted.
Does my pet need anaesthesia?
No anaesthesia or sedation is required. The microchip is implanted using a needle similar to those used for vaccinations.
Will my pet feel the microchip?
Once implanted, pets don't feel the microchip. It's biocompatible and designed to stay securely in place without causing discomfort.
How does a microchip work?
The microchip contains a unique identification number. When scanned by a vet or shelter, this number connects to the national database with your contact details.
Can microchips track my pet's location?
No, microchips use passive technology and don't transmit signals or track location. They can only be read when scanned at close range by a veterinarian or animal shelter.
At what age can my pet be microchipped?
Pets can be microchipped from around 8 weeks of age. It's often done at the same time as first vaccinations.
Is microchipping required by law in Tasmania?
While requirements vary by council, many areas in Tasmania require dogs and cats to be microchipped. Check with your local council for specific regulations.
What if I move house or change phone numbers?
It's crucial to update your contact details in the microchip registry whenever they change. We'll provide instructions on how to do this online or by phone.
Can my pet's microchip stop working?
Microchips are designed to last your pet's entire lifetime. Failure is extremely rare. We scan the chip immediately after implantation to confirm it's working correctly.
What if my pet already has a microchip?
We can scan your pet to check if they're already microchipped and verify that the registration details are current and correct.
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