Pet Microchipping in Bude

Microchipping, Bude

Microchipping

At Tiny Paws, we are dedicated to providing a convenient and reliable mobile microchipping service for puppies and kittens in Bude and the surrounding areas. With our fully licensed Professional Implanter, we ensure that your pets receive the highest standard of care during the microchipping process.

Why Microchip?

We recognize the distressing nature of pet loss and theft. That’s why we urge pet owners to prioritize microchipping and registering their pet’s details on a national database.

We are committed to promoting microchipping as the sole genuinely permanent identification option for pets. With a unique identification number assigned to each microchip, we ensure that your pet’s safety is greatly enhanced, giving you peace of mind in knowing they have a better chance of returning home unharmed.

The Permanence of Microchipping

Microchipping stands out as the unparalleled method of identification for pet owners, ensuring a permanent solution. The individual identification number assigned to each microchip plays a crucial role in maximizing the likelihood of your pet’s safe return home once they are identified. The reliability and effectiveness of microchipping make it an essential method for ensuring lifelong identification for your pet.

At Tiny Paws, we acknowledge the special bond that exists between you and your cherished four-legged companion. We are dedicated to offering a simple yet impactful solution to ensure the identification of your pet. Through our mobile microchipping service, we eliminate the need for you to travel and bring this essential procedure directly to your doorstep in Bude, providing unparalleled convenience and peace of mind.

Take the first step towards securing your pet’s safety and your peace of mind. Contact us today to schedule an appointment for microchipping in Bude and give them the lifelong protection they deserve.

Our Pricing

Microchips starting from only £10

For more information get in touch today.

Puppies

Ensuring compliance with the law, it is mandatory to microchip all dogs before they reach 8 weeks of age and register their identity and the contact details of their keeper on an approved database, as stated by The Microchipping of Dogs (England) Regulations 2015. We kindly advise you to be aware that failure to comply with this requirement may lead to a fine of up to £500.

Cats & Kittens

Protect your cats and kittens by heeding the strong recommendation to microchip them, as their curiosity may lead them to wander into unfamiliar and potentially unsafe areas. When it comes to identification, microchipping far exceeds the reliability of collars or pet tags, as it eliminates the common issues of loss, breakage, or removal.

New government plans could make microchipping compulsory for all cats in England, possibly starting as early as this year.

Advantages Of Mobile Microchipping

Creates a comfortable and safe setting for your puppy or kitten, allowing them to feel at ease throughout the microchipping process.
Minimizes separation anxiety for puppies and kittens by keeping the time away from their mothers to a minimum during the microchipping procedure.
Conveniently spares you the trouble of transporting the whole litter to the vet, which can be challenging and may lead to car sickness and multiple bathroom breaks.
Convenient, at a time that suits you.
Offers two complimentary transfers of owner’s details on the national database, providing flexibility and convenience in keeping the records accurate.
Operates under a professional code of conduct and maintains full public liability insurance, providing peace of mind that your pet’s safety is well protected.
Rushing appointments is not our practice; instead, we give each one the time it requires. We are committed to providing you with full aftercare instructions, guaranteeing your peace of mind.

When to Microchip

Puppies: Between 6-8 weeks of age.
Cats and Kittens: From 8 weeks old.

What To Expect At Your Pet’s Appointment

The length of the appointment can vary, usually lasting around 30 minutes or more, depending on the number of puppies or kittens in the litter.

Informed Consent

We take advantage of this time to have a comprehensive conversation about the microchipping procedure, providing you with a clear understanding of what it involves. As part of our protocol, we will ask you to fill in an informed consent form for each pet that will undergo microchipping. This step is crucial in ensuring that the pet’s details are accurately recorded on the database.

Fitting the microchip

Creating a calm and relaxed atmosphere for your pet is our utmost priority before initiating the microchipping process. Your pet’s comfort is our priority, and we will carefully position them on a comfortable vet bed mat, typically placed on a table or a similar surface. We kindly ask for your assistance in holding them during the procedure. As part of our commitment to your pet’s well-being, we will carry out a scan to confirm that no previous chip has been inserted. This extra step is taken to give you peace of mind. Once your pet is settled, we delicately insert a needle between the shoulder blades and introduce the microchip under the skin, guaranteeing a smooth and gentle procedure. Your pet’s comfort is our priority, and in most cases, the microchipping procedure is painless due to the low concentration of nerves in the shoulder blade area. Our procedure includes the prompt application of pressure on the injection site using an antibacterial skin wipe after removing the needle. This ensures minimal bleeding and lowers the risk of infection. Subsequently, we will perform a scan to verify the placement of the microchip beneath the skin and ensure proper functioning. This involves confirming that the scanner accurately detects the unique ID and successfully links it to the database.

Pet Registration

Once your appointment is complete, we will promptly register all puppies and kittens on the Smarttrace National Pet Database, which includes a UK-based call centre available around the clock. This database offers expert support and features a dedicated service for lost or stolen pets. Upon registration of the microchip, you will receive a confirmation email from the Smarttrace National Pet Database to acknowledge the successful registration.

To comply with the law and ensure accuracy, it is essential to keep your pet’s microchip details up to date, including any changes in address or contact information.

After The Appointment

Allowing the implantation site to settle and heal requires avoiding contact for a minimum of 4 hours. During this period, your pet may experience sensitivity if the area is touched.

As a precautionary measure, we suggest keeping your pet indoors following the procedure to prevent any dirt or debris from entering the injection site and to reduce the likelihood of infection.

To ensure the comfort and healing of the injection site, we advise against using a harness or clothing on your pet for at least 4 hours after the procedure, as it may cause rubbing and inflammation.

For the well-being and proper healing of your pet’s implantation site, it is recommended to avoid bathing them for at least 24 hours after the procedure to minimize the risk of infection.

What our customers said

Testimonials

Rated 5 out of 5

Marta was absolutely amazing. Lovely lady, brilliant with my dog, very reassuring for us. Definitely knows her stuff and has even offered her advice whenever needed.

We wouldn’t trust anyone but Marta with our animals. Wonderful service; prompt, professional and friendly. Would highly recommend.

We used Marta’s services to microchip our two new kittens, she was very professional in her approach and we would highly recommend her.

Marta is lovely and very professional. Marta was Brilliant with the puppies and was able to book me in at short noticed. I highly Recommend

Had a great experience with Marta, super kind and gentle with puppies and lovely to talk to. Will definitely be using her again.

Marta came today to microchip our beautiful pups. She was very patient and great with the pups even the wriggler. friendly service also. Very thorough with information etc. Would 100% reccommend.