What Are Microchips?
Microchips are what is known as an RFID device. They are approximately the size of a grain of rice (see photo below) and safe to use on your pets for identification purposes.
A photo of a microchip next to a paper clip. Photography courtesy of Penny Koukoulas.
A microchip is implanted in an animal with a sterile implantation device in the soft scruff of the neck. It is a n extremely common and safe procedure. If you’d like to know more about microchipping read our microchipping FAQ.
Some states in Australia now enforce mandatory microchipping of all domestic animals.
You must get your pet microchipped at an authorised implanter which is usually your local veterinary clinic. There are several types of microchips and registration services in Australia. However, we recommend using an authorised National Pet Register agent. You can get a list of our agent locations here.
Please note we strongly recommend every animal wear two types of identification, both a National Pet Register tag and microchip. All animals microchipped by an authorised National Pet Register agent will also receive a free tag.
If your pet is already microchipped or you are unable to arrange for your pet to be microchipped you can still obtain a free ID tag. All you need to do is complete our quick and easy online form and we will post one out to you.
