How Much Does It Cost To Get A Cat Microchipped
Introduction
This is a long-form blog post, so we are going to use the outline below to help you get started. You’ll be able to see your progress as you go through each section of the outline.
Section: What is a microchip?
Section: Why should I get my cat microchipped?
Section: How much does it cost to microchip your cat?
Takeaway: Microchips are important for pet safety and can help get your pet back home if they are ever lost or stolen. Luckily most vets include them in their services, so there isn’t an extra charge for getting one during their normal checkups. If you have an older pet that is already up-to-date on shots, you can simply go in and ask for them to be chipped at any time! The best part about this procedure is that the entire process takes less than five minutes so there’s no reason not to take advantage of these low costs by having pets protected today!”
Why Your Cat Needs A Microchip
If you ever lose your cat, a microchip is one of the best ways to get it back. A lost or stolen cat has a much better chance at being reunited with its owner if it has been chipped.
A chip is also a good way to prevent your cat from being euthanized. Animal shelters and other places where lost pets are taken may not have time to find out whether an animal is microchipped before making their decision as to whether or not they will adopt/euthanize the animal. Without a chip, there’s no way of knowing who owns the pet unless they’ve gotten very lucky in their search for their missing cat (which isn’t likely).
How Much Does It Cost To Get A Cat Microchipped
You should be able to get a cat microchip for around $25-100, depending on the vet and the type of microchip they use. Some veterinarians will offer a discount if you get more than one cat microchipped at once.
The cost of getting your cat chipped depends on where you go to have it done. Prices can range from $25-$100 per cat, with some vets offering additional discounts if you bring in multiple cats at once. The average cost (according to our survey) is $65 per pet, but there are some outliers: One vet quoted us $90; another quoted us $60 just for one animal—the cheapest quote we received was just under ten dollars!
Who Do I Call To Get My Cat Microchipped
If you want to get your cat microchipped, the easiest way is to call a vet or pet store. This is because vets and pet stores receive discounts on microchips from companies such as HomeAgain and Universal Microchip. For example, if you go to a veterinarian and have them scan your cat for its chip ID number, they can then register this number into their system at no cost.
On the other hand, if you call directly to purchase and activate the chip yourself (instead of going through your vet), it will cost more—sometimes twice as much! However, there are some benefits to doing so:
- You do not have to wait for an appointment with a vet; most microchip companies offer 24/7 support
- You can buy more than one chip at once since many come in kits (and all three major brands also sell them separately)
What Is In A Microchip And Where Is It Implanted In Your Cat?
A microchip is a tiny RFID transmitter that’s injected directly into your cat’s subcutaneous tissue (the soft tissue just below the skin). It’s about the size of a grain of rice and contains a unique ID number that can be read by any scanning device. When you’re looking for your cat, it’s as easy as bringing along an RFID reader and having them scan for their microchip ID!
The only downside to this process is that it takes time: when you find your lost pet, you’ll have to call up the company who implanted him with his microchip so they can give you his current location. While it might be tempting to skip this step and go right over there yourself, don’t—doing so could result in accidentally taking home another person’s pet.
Although some people might think getting their cats chipped is an unnecessary expense or hassle, we think it’s worth every penny if it means never having to go through what we did again!
Can My Cat Be Scanned For A Microchip Without Appointing A Vet
- Yes, a vet can scan your cat for a microchip.
- But you need to make an appointment first.
- You can also do it at home or at a shelter if you prefer to save on the cost of going to the vet.
Can You Read A Microchip At Home?
If you think your cat may have a microchip, the first thing to do is scan him or her. You can buy a scanner from the vet or online and use it at home. But there are several things you should know before scanning for a chip:
- You will need to know the microchip number implanted in your cat’s neck so that you can enter it into the scanner correctly (this will vary depending on what type of scanner you have). If you don’t know this number, contact the vet who implanted it so they can help find out.
- The last 4 numbers on most chips are unique to each animal and should not be shared with anyone else without permission from them or their owner, who may have registered them with an ownership database such as PetLink24/7’s.
Cats should be microchipped, even if they are indoor cats.
Microchipping is a safe, permanent form of identification that can be used to reunite lost pets with their owners. It’s a good idea for any pet—indoor cats included.
If you are concerned about the safety or happiness of your indoor cat, microchipping is still the best option for identification. While it’s possible that a house cat could get out through an open window, door or screen door, it’s unlikely that your indoor kitty will go far before returning home. A microchip can help ensure that if your cat goes missing, you’ll be able to bring him/her back safely without having to worry about him/her getting lost in unfamiliar territory or being hit by a car on the way back home (and yes, these things do happen).
Conclusion
We know that many people are concerned about the cost of microchipping their cat and worried it may not be worth it. We want to help you make your decision with these facts:
Section: Veterinarians charge between $25-$50 for a microchip and yearly fees vary.
Section: Not all veterinarians offer microchipping services.
Section: For less than $100, you can get your pet chipped at any vet office or shelter that has the equipment available.
Section: There is no need to worry about extra costs; once the chip is in place, there will be no additional annual fees associated with using this service other than registering with an agency if necessary (most major companies allow registration without charge). Your veterinarian can explain what kind of service you will need depending on where live and how often travel outside country as well as any other questions you may have about getting your cat chipped. If already have an existing medical record for your dog then these same documents should suffice when registering online so don’t worry about having to re-enter all information again! If worried about filling out paperwork at home before leaving for appointment please call ahead or check online ahead of time whether there’s anything specific required from them.”