Why you should totally microchip your furball! It’s like giving your pet a permanent ID badge! If your furry friend goes on a solo adventure, this chip helps track them down faster than you can say “Where’s my pet?” Plus, it can save them from finding themselves stuck in a kennels or rescue centre. Worried about you pet being stolen? A microchip is your ultimate proof of ownership! And if your pet gets into an accident and has been rushed straight to the vet, they can reach you quicker than a cat on a laser pointer chase. Oh, and if you’re dreaming of globetrotting with your pet, it’s a must-have for the pet travel scheme! Who knew being a responsible pet parent could be this fun?
So, microchipping! Well, this tiny tech marvel is about the size of a grain of rice—super small! The procedure? It’s easy and just as ouch-less as a regular injection! They pop that unique-numbered chip right under the loose skin between those shoulder blades. Once it’s in, your pet won’t even know it’s there! Plus, it’s wrapped in the same fancy stuff as human pacemakers, so no weird body reactions—just peace of mind for you!
Your pet’s one-of-a-kind ID number, along with your contact info, gets logged by you and your vet into a secret national database! You can do this online or send it the old-fashioned way. Just remember, if you pack up and move house, don’t forget to update those details!
The best time for your pet to be microchipped is during that first vet visit when they’re still adorable pups and kittens! But here’s the important bit: it’s now the law that your pooches and kitties must be microchipped—cats need to get in on the action before they hit 20 weeks. Local authorities are on a mission and can take away cats that are not following the rules. And, if you’re caught with unchipped pets, you could be fined up to £500! So, let’s keep those furry friends safe and compliant!
Give our fabulous Kibbles Team a shout if you’ve got any burning questions about your pet’s microchip! They’ll have you covered!
