Dog microchipping is now required by law. Due to their inability to be identified, hundreds of dogs go missing every year and are never recovered by their owners. This is a service we provide at Spinney Vets Northampton.

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Microchipping Your Dog

On a visit to Spinney Vets, you can conveniently get your dog's microchip implanted. We understand vet bills can be costly, and this is why we offer a Pet Health For Life Plan which includes dog microchipping as well as vaccinations, annual checks, and more for only £17 per month for dogs under 25kg, or £21 per month for dogs over 25kg.

The process is quick, safe, and virtually painless for your pet. It doesn’t require sedation, as the procedure involves only minimal discomfort and can be performed during a routine consultation.

Before implanting a new chip, we’ll check if your dog already has one using a scanner. If no chip is found, we’ll insert a new one and register your contact information in a national database. This registration provides lifetime coverage, and the implantation fee includes the cost of registration.

At Spinney Vets, we ensure the process is seamless and stress-free for both you and your pet.

What is Dog Microchipping?

Dog microchipping is a vital step in ensuring your pet’s safety. This permanent identification method involves implanting a tiny chip, about the size of a grain of rice, beneath your dog’s skin. The chip stores essential details, such as your contact information, which can be accessed by vets, local authorities, and rescue centres to help reunite you with your pet if they go missing. At Spinney Vets, we provide expert microchip implantation services to keep your dog safe and ensure compliance with legal requirements.

When your dog’s chip is scanned, the identification number allows a quick call to reconnect you with your beloved pet. In the UK, it is legally required for all dogs to be microchipped by eight weeks of age. Failure to comply can result in a fine of up to £500. Additionally, microchipping is essential for travel, as it is required alongside an animal health certificate.

Dog Microchipping: A Legal Requirement

The entire team at Spinney Vets Northampton highly advises having all animals microchipped. By the time they are 8 weeks old, all dogs must be fully immunised in order to be transferred from the breeder. You risk receiving a punishment of up to £500 if your dog is not microchipped. It's crucial to keep in mind that if you want to transport your pet abroad, they must be microchipped and obtain an animal health certificate.

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Benefits of Dog Microchipping

An essential first step in making sure dogs are safe and healthy for the remainder of their life is microchipping. Dogs can be permanently identified by microchipping. A microchip is a tiny electronic chip that is implanted under the dog's skin, unlike collars or tags, which can come off or be removed. A scanner can read the unique identifying number on this chip.

Greater Chance of Reunification

A microchip significantly increases the likelihood that a dog will be reunited with its owner in the event that it is lost or stolen. Scanners at our veterinary facility can read microchips and determine the owner's contact information.

Peace of Mind

You can feel secure knowing that your dog has a long-lasting form of identity by having them microchipped at Spinney Vets Northampton. This is particularly crucial for dogs that have the propensity to stray off.

Why Choose Dog Microchipping at Spinney Vets?

Losing a pet is a heart-wrenching experience, and collars or tags can easily fall off or break. Microchipping offers a permanent, secure form of identification that cannot be lost or removed, making it the most reliable way to safeguard your pet.

At Spinney Vets, we use ISO-compliant microchips, ensuring they are recognised internationally—essential for pet travel. Our team also microchips other animals, including cats, ferrets, rabbits, snakes, parrots, tortoises, and horses. We recommend this service for all eligible pets to provide peace of mind.

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Spinney Vets Northampton

Spinney Vets Northampton, is the oldest established vets in Northamptonshire. The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons puts us through rigorous testing to earn and maintain this honour.

We pledge to give care, guidance, and support for you and your dogs in good health and bad, and we do it by providing a variety of services, ranging from weight loss programmes to orthopaedic surgery. We go above and beyond for your pet thanks to our well-equipped practice and ability to care for in-patients twenty-four hours a day, enabling us to accomplish more and refer fewer cases. This means that while saving you money, we provide your pet with the best care possible.

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Book Your Dog Microchipping Appointment Today

Spinney Vets in Northampton offers professional, pain-free dog microchipping services to keep your pet safe. If your dog ever escapes, loses its collar, or goes missing, their microchip ensures a fast and reliable way to reunite you.

Remember to keep your contact details up to date in the database, this step is essential for a successful reunion if your dog is found. Planning a trip abroad with your pet? Microchipping is also a key requirement for securing the necessary travel documentation.

For more information or to schedule your dog’s microchipping appointment, contact Spinney Vets today. With our friendly team and convenient location, we’re here to help protect your pet.

For dog microchipping, call us on 01604 700 366 or 01604 648221