Pet Microchipping in Great Torrington

Microchipping, Great Torrington

Microchipping

At Tiny Paws, we are dedicated to providing a convenient and reliable mobile microchipping service for puppies and kittens in Great Torrington 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 emphasize the significance of microchipping your pet and enrolling their information on a national database to help locate them if they are lost or stolen.

At our facility, we stress the significance of microchipping as the sole truly permanent means of pet identification. The unique identification number carried by each microchip drastically improves the likelihood of your pet being safely reunited with you.

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 proven reliability and effectiveness of microchipping make it a top choice for pet owners seeking lifelong identification for their furry friends.

At Tiny Paws, we understand the deep connection you share with your furry family member. We are committed to delivering a straightforward yet powerful solution to fulfill your pet’s identification requirements. With our mobile microchipping service catering to Great Torrington, we make it effortless for pet owners to access this crucial procedure, ensuring convenience and peace of mind.

Let us help you prioritize your pet’s safety with our professional microchipping service in Great Torrington. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and give them the enduring identification they need for your peace of mind.

Our Pricing

Microchips starting from only £10

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Puppies

We would like to draw your attention to The Microchipping of Dogs (England) Regulations 2015, which specifies that it is a legal requirement to microchip all dogs before they reach 8 weeks of age. Furthermore, it is essential to register each dog’s identity and the contact details of their keeper on an approved database. We urge you to understand that non-compliance with these regulations can result in a fine of up to £500.

Cats & Kittens

Microchipping is strongly recommended for cats and kittens due to their natural curiosity, which increases the likelihood of them venturing into unexpected places. Unlike collars or pet tags, which can easily fall off or be removed, microchipping provides a highly reliable and permanent method of identification for your pet.

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

Advantages Of Mobile Microchipping

Provides a stress-free experience for your puppy or kitten by conducting the procedure in their familiar and comforting home environment.
Fosters a sense of security for your pet by minimizing the time they spend away from their mothers during the microchipping process, reducing the potential for separation anxiety.
Eliminates the need for transporting the entire litter to the veterinary clinic, saving you time and the hassle of coordinating their transportation and potential car sickness.
Convenient, at a time that suits you.
Provides two free transfers of owner’s details on the database, allowing for seamless updates and ensuring the information is up to date.
Follows a professional code of practice and possesses comprehensive public liability insurance, ensuring that your pet’s safety is of the utmost importance at all times.
We prioritize giving each appointment ample time and never rush the process, providing you with a thorough and unhurried experience. Rest assured that your pet’s well-being is our top concern.

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

We allocate a minimum of 30 minutes for the appointment, allowing ample time to accommodate the size of the litter.

Informed Consent

We make use of this time to go over the microchipping procedure step by step, ensuring that you are fully informed about what to expect. As part of the process, we kindly request that you complete an informed consent form for each pet being microchipped. This step ensures that all the necessary details of your pet are accurate before registering them in the database.

Fitting the microchip

Your pet’s comfort and relaxation are of the highest importance to us, especially before we begin 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 comprehensive approach, we will carry out a scan to verify that no previous microchip has been inserted into your pet. This precautionary measure is implemented to provide you with peace of mind. When your pet is in position, we skillfully insert a needle between the shoulder blades and place the microchip under the skin. This step is performed with care to ensure your pet’s comfort. Most pets experience little to no discomfort during the microchipping procedure, as the shoulder blade area has limited nerve sensitivity. Once the needle is removed, we will promptly apply pressure on the injection site using an antibacterial skin wipe. This ensures minimal bleeding and reduces the potential for infection. Once the microchip is inserted, we will conduct a scan to confirm its proper positioning and establish a successful connection between the scanner and the database, guaranteeing the accurate retrieval of the unique ID.

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. After the microchip registration process, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from the Smarttrace National Pet Database, ensuring that the registration is complete.

Maintaining up-to-date information is essential to meet legal obligations and ensure the proper functioning of the microchip, particularly when there are changes in your address or contact details.

After The Appointment

During the initial 4-hour period after the procedure, it is important to avoid contact with the implantation area. This allows the site to heal and reduces sensitivity that your pet may experience when the area is touched.

To ensure a clean and sterile environment for the injection site, it is advisable to keep your pet indoors after the procedure, minimizing the risk of contamination and potential infection.

We recommend refraining from using a harness or clothing on your pet for at least 4 hours after the procedure to minimize the risk of rubbing and inflammation, ensuring a comfortable recovery at the injection site.

To promote a healthy healing process and minimize the risk of infection, it is advisable not to bathe your pet for at least 24 hours after the implantation, allowing the site to heal undisturbed.

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.