Pet Microchip Identification

Coastal Veterinary understands the profound bond you share with your pet. To safeguard their safety and well-being, we offer unmatched pet microchip identification services in Toms River, NJ.

Coastal Veterinary's Unmatched Pet Microchip Identification in Toms River, NJ

Imagine if your dog or cat got lost. You’d want to give them the best chance of getting home. With microchipping, you can.

Microchipping is a safe, permanent way to identify your pet just in case he or she becomes lost. A microchip, which is a tiny device about the size and shape of a grain of rice, is placed just under the loose skin at the back of the neck. When a lost dog or cat without an ID tag is found, a veterinarian or veterinary technician will use a handheld microchip scanner to check for a chip. If the pet has one, it will transmit its ID number to the scanner via a low-frequency radio wave. The veterinary hospital or shelter then calls the chip manufacturer, retrieves the pet owner’s contact information, and calls the owner.

Even the most responsible pet owners can’t always guarantee their pets won’t get lost. A leash could break or slip out of your hand, a pet could push through a screen door or window, or a contractor or friend might accidentally leave a door or gate open.

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We recommend that you use a microchip, along with a collar and ID tag, to identify your pet. An ID tag is still a reliable identification method. Pets that have tags with current contact information are more likely to not end up in shelters and tend to get home faster than those without tags. However, collars and ID tags aren’t permanent and can be removed (overnight or for grooming) pets can also lose them. With a microchip, your pet will have a much better chance of being identified and returned to you. Pets without microchips that end up in shelters may be adopted out to another family or even euthanized.

Please contact us to schedule an appointment to microchip your pet. Although we hope your pet never becomes lost, we want you to be prepared. We can also suggest a plan to have in place, so if your pet does go missing you’ll be able to act quickly.

Coastal Veterinary's Commitment to Your Pet's Safety

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Expertise Beyond Compare

Our dedicated team at Coastal Veterinary combines their passion for pets with years of experience in pet microchip identification. Your pet’s safety is our top priority.

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Advanced Technology

We use state-of-the-art microchip technology to ensure precision, accuracy, and reliability. Our chips are safe, tiny, and easily implanted for your pet’s comfort.

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Compassion at the Core

We understand the emotional bond between you and your pet. Our compassionate approach ensures a stress-free experience for both you and your furry friend during microchip placement.