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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
The microchip contains ONE UNIQUE NUMBER controlled by computer when the microchip is made – so no animal will have the same number. A radio signal is used as the means to read this unique number through your pet's skin. In addition to the unique number, the chip provides a reliability check to ensure your pet's microchip is being read accurately.
To modify your data in the database, please login to your account. All other inquiries should be sent to info@identrac.ca
The microchip is injected under your pet's skin with a hypodermic needle. The process is therefore no different from the process of vaccinating your pet.
It only takes a short moment of distraction caused by the post office, the meter reader, a neighbor or a friend to leave the door or gate ajar and see your pet giving you the slip . Comparing the cost of buying your pet to the very minimal price of an Identrac ID microchip, the choice seems pretty obvious. In addition, pet theft is a daily circumstance for the resale especially if he is very kind to you and strangers. Even horses are frequently stolen either for resale or slaughter. The majority of untraceable animals are euthanized and often the primary reason is that the owner cannot be traced.