How Does a Microchip Work?
Implantation
A microchip is inserted under the pet's skin using a special syringe. It is typically implanted between the shoulder blades.
The procedure is quick, safe, and almost painless.
Microchip Composition
The microchip itself is a tiny electronic module, approximately 12 × 2 mm (standard) or 8 × 1.4 mm (mini).
It is encased in a biocompatible material (such as glass or polymer) to prevent rejection by the pet’s body.
Reading Information
When a veterinarian or authorized person scans the chip using an RFID scanner, the microchip is activated by the scanner's radio waves.
The microchip transmits a unique 15-digit code, which appears on the scanner's screen.
This code does not contain personal owner information.
Database Registration
The microchip’s unique identifier is registered in an international or local database along with the owner's contact information.
If a pet is lost, any veterinarian or shelter can scan the microchip, find the code in the database, and contact the owner.
Additional Features:
Temperature microchips – capable of measuring the pet’s temperature when scanned.
Benefits of Microchipping:
✔ Permanent identification (cannot be lost like a collar)
✔ Makes it easier to return lost pets
✔ Helps control stray populations
✔ Essential for international travel
A Microchip Is NOT a GPS Tracker!
A microchip does not have a battery and does not transmit the pet's location.
It works using passive RFID technology, meaning it only activates when scanned. It cannot send signals over a distance or track the pet's movements in real time.
If owners need a tracking device, they should use a GPS tracker or BLE beacon, which runs on a battery and can send location data to a mobile app.
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