Microchipping is a permanent form of identification for your pet. Inserting a microchip is like a vaccination, it only takes a few seconds. The procedure is very safe and your pet will feel little pain. Once done, your pet's details, and your contact address & phone numbers are entered on to a local or national database.

Why do we recommend microchips?

Collars can fall off or be removed & details on pet tags can fade or become outdated. Inserting a microchip means your pet can be easily identified by a ranger, animal shelter or veterinarian regardless of the situation. Once identified, you can be contacted immediately and informed of the location of your pet. If your pet has been stolen and then later recovered, ownership of your pet can be challenged. Microchipping is the only way you can prove ownership of your pet (and yes this does happen).

What happens if your pet strays?

If your pet is ever lost, a ranger, animal shelter or veterinarian anywhere in New Zealand can scan your pet for the microchip and access your contact details. The only way that you may not become reunited with your lost pet is if you don't contact the register when you have changed your address or contact phone numbers. If you change address or telephone number, it is your responsibility to contact the national registry and update your contact details. To update your details with the Animal Register Ltd please call 0800 LOST PET (567873) or Phone: 06 348 7438 or Fax: 06 348 4182. You can also visit their website http://www.animalregister.co.nz/

How do I have my pet microchipped?

Microchips are inserted at Veterinary clinics. Please contact us for more detail on prices.