Microchip Clinic
If your cat or dog goes missing, a microchip can help bring them home. Even indoor pets can get lost. A collar and tag are important, but a registered microchip gives your pet another form of identification if those come off.
GHS offers low-cost microchip clinics for cats and dogs at 190 Hanlon Creek Blvd., Guelph.
Appointments are required.
How does a microchip work?
A microchip is placed under your pet’s skin and carries a unique identification number. If your pet is found, an animal shelter or veterinary clinic can scan the chip and use its registration to contact you.
A microchip is not a GPS tracker and cannot show your pet’s location. To help your pet get home, register the chip and keep your contact information up to date.
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Frequently asked questions
Indoor cats and dogs can get outside unexpectedly. A registered microchip gives them another form of identification if they’re found without a collar or tag.
No. A tag gives someone a quick way to call you if they find your pet. A registered microchip provides another way to identify your pet if the collar or tag comes off.
No. A microchip has no battery or GPS. It carries an identification number that can be read with a scanner.
Update your details with the company that holds your pet’s microchip registration whenever you move or change your phone number or email address. A microchip can only help someone contact you if that information is current.
Ask your veterinarian to scan your pet for a microchip. If one is found, they can help you identify the registration company so you can check your contact information.
Yes. Our Microchip Clinics are by appointment. Booking links for cats and dogs will appear above when registration is open.
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