Are you considering microchipping your rabbit in Sheffield? A little, rice-sized chip is inserted beneath the skin at the back of your rabbit's neck as part of a safe and long-lasting identification technique called microchipping. It may seem unnecessary, but rabbits are remarkably skilled evacuators; they frequently jump out of their runs, burrow out of gardens, or slip out of hutches. Given that rabbits are uncomfortable wearing collars, one of the most practical and dependable ways to make sure they can be found in the event of their disappearance is to implant a microchip.
Each microchip is assigned a unique number, which can be read by a portable scanner. Most veterinary clinics, including all branches of Peak Veterinary Clinic and Hospital, as well as local authorities and rescue centres, have access to these scanners. Your contact information is stored securely in a central microchipping database, meaning you can be quickly reunited with your rabbit in case they go missing or during an emergency.
Once your rabbit’s chip is scanned, a simple phone call is often all it takes to bring them safely back home.
If you’re considering microchipping your rabbit, speak to your local vet in Sheffield to ensure your beloved pet stays safe and easily identifiable.
Microchipping Your Rabbit
The fact that microchipping is safe for cats, ferrets, rabbits, snakes, parrots, tortoises, and even horses surprises a lot of pet owners. The staff at every Peak Veterinary Clinic location strongly suggests this easy and efficient process.
Sedation is not required for microchip implantation, as the process causes minimal discomfort and can be carried out during a routine consultation.
If you’re unsure whether your rabbit or other pet is already microchipped, there’s no need to worry. It’s quick and easy to check using a scanner. Our team at any of our Peak Vets Sheffield branches can arrange to scan your pet and confirm whether they have a working microchip. Rest assured, we always check for an existing chip before implanting a new one to ensure your pet’s safety and identification are handled with the utmost care.
Local Rabbit Microchipping
You will need to fill out a registration form at the time of your rabbit's microchipping session. Your information will then be entered into a nationwide database by a member of our staff at any Peak Veterinary Clinic and Hospital location. The registration price is covered by the cost of the microchip implantation, and these details are safely kept on the database for the duration of your pet's life.
It is important to update any changes to your contact details as soon as possible. By keeping these details up to date you maximise the chances of hopefully being reunited with your rabbit if they were ever to go missing.
For more information, please call Peak Vets today to speak to one of our friendly team members.
