Make a personal visit to Animal Control and read the forms that pet parents who have lost pets fill out. The staff can also scan the dog for a microchip, as can most veterinarians and animal shelters. Post signs at Petco stores, veterinary offices, boarding, grooming and training kennels in the area.
Does Petsmart check free microchips?
Any vet, police department or Petsmart can scan for a chip. Remember, sometimes it does take multiple scans to find the chip. Animals should be scanned annually to be sure information is up to date and the microchip is working properly. Have your vet or Petsmart check your pet's chip to be sure it is up to date.
Where can I scan my dog microchip?
Microchips implanted in companion animals such as dogs, cats, rabbits and ferrets are placed under the skin in the midline directly between the shoulder blades. As such, this area should be scanned in the first instance (Zone A).
Will Petsmart scan for microchip?
Microchips are like your pet's Social Security number. But, they must be registered. If your lost pet is found, a simple scanning device can check your pet and you will be contacted by the chip company -- your pet will be HOME SAFE sooner. Any vet, police department or Petsmart can scan for a chip.
How much does Petsmart charge for microchipping?
PetSmart does offer microchipping services for dogs and cats through its association with Banfield Pet Clinics. The price of getting your pet microchipped at PetSmart costs around $25-$50 depending on the location and uses HomeAgain microchips. It is recommended to call ahead to book an appointment.
Are microchip scans free?
Not sure if your pet has a microchip? No problem. Time to get them scanned by a pet pro. This is painless, free and only takes a second.
How much does it cost to scan a dog for a chip?
The average dog microchip cost ranges between $25 - $60. In some cases, the registration fee is included in the cost, but most of the time, you'll need to pay an additional registration fee (usually no more than $20) to list your contact information in a pet recovery database.
Can you scan a microchip with your phone?
Pet microchips cannot be read with a phone, they must be read using a scanner designed to do so. However, these scanners are readily available to buy for around $20 and up.
Is there an app for reading pet microchips?
There is not yet a phone app that will allow you to read a pet's microchip. A chip can only be detected by a scanner or chip reader designed to pick them up.
Can I scan my pets microchip?
No. Despite advances in universal scanners and registry procedures, microchips aren't foolproof, and you shouldn't rely on them exclusively to protect your pet. Universal scanners can detect a competing company's chip, but they may not be able to read the data.
How can I scan my dog's microchip?
Start scanning slowly between the pet's shoulder blades, going side-to-side in an “S” shaped pattern for ten seconds. If no chip is detected, rotated the scanner 90 degrees and scan again between the pets shoulder blades. If the microchip is not detected, there is a very small chance it may have shifted in the pet.