Microchipping
What is microchipping?
On May 1 2007, it became mandatory that all cats or dogs which are being registered for the first time must be microchipped prior to registration.
A microchip is a small computer chip with a unique number on it. It is the size of a grain of rice. It is put into the loose skin of an animal’s neck. Microchipping takes a few seconds and is painless. It lasts forever.
After microchipping, the vet gives information about your pet, and your name and address to the Australian Animal Registry.
A microchip is a great way to ensure your pet is permanently identified as yours. This means that if your pet gets out or becomes lost, they have a greater chance of being returned to you.
Microchipping is not a substitute for council pet registration.
Where to get your pet microchipped
Pounds, animal shelters and vets provide microchipping.
Pascoe Vale Veterinary Hospital offers microchipping for cats and dogs. For further information please contact Pascoe Vale Veterinary Hospital, located at the corner of Derby Street and Kent Road, Pascoe Vale. Enquiries phone 9350 2955.
Brunswick Central Veterinary Clinic offers microchipping for cats and dogs. For further information please contact Brunswick Central Veterinary Clinic located at 210 Lygon Street, Brunswick. Enquiries phone 9381 4411.
Keep your pet’s microchip up to date
If you change your address, contact details or need to update your information, you must notify Council and the Central Animal Records to ensure your animal has accurate contact details.
