A. A
microchip is a very small capsule about the size of a grain of rice that
contains a computer chip which stores an alphanumeric code that is unique and
specific to the animal which receives the implant.
This unique number appears on your registration papers and can be used
to identify your pet should any dispute arise as to ownership.
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Xray of implanted microchip, photo of the microchip, actual size of the microchip
Q. What microchip does Bijou
Standard Poodles Implant?
A. Bijou
Standard Poodle’s use ISO chips which are approved by The
National Companion Animal Coalition and meet the new Canadian Standard. The RFID Microchip are the latest ISO standard FDXB format and can be read by
any ISO FDXA/B scanner world-wide.
This is also the only chip the Canadian Kennel Club recognizes as of 2007. Manufacturer
code: 982 from 24PetWatc. Their
web page is: http://www.24petwatch.com/index.asp
Q. How is a Microchip Placed Within
My Pet?
A. The microchip is injected under the skin between
the shoulder blades and into the connective tissue of your pet with an
instrument much like a hypodermic needle. It is no different than having your
pet vaccinated, the process is quick, simple and
causes minimal discomfort to your pet.