Keep your pet safe with Orchard Vets

Every year, thousands of owners are reunited with their pets thanks to microchipping. 

Microchipping is a simple, permanent way to protect your pet if they ever go missing. At Orchard Vets, we offer quick, affordable microchipping services for cats, dogs and other small animals. Our experienced team ensures the process is safe and stress-free for both pets and owners.

Why Microchip your pet?

Legal requirement

It is a legal requirement that dogs over 8 weeks of age and cats over 20 weeks of age be microchipped.

Lifelong protection

Microchipping is a safe and permanent method of identification with no ongoing costs.

Peace of mind

Many pets are reunited with their owners every week because of their "chip." Your information is uploaded to a central database, which is easy for you to access to update details.

How it works

A tiny chip, the size of a grain of rice, is inserted under your pet's skin. This chip holds an ID number unique to your pets. Once your pet has been microchipped, your contact details are uploaded to a central database so that welfare charities and vets can contact you should your pet go missing. 

The procedure is quick, safe, and only takes a minute.

Microchipping is free for members of our Pal for Life Pet health scheme.

For added peace of mind, members are also entitled to free vaccinations for life, free consultations, operations

for medical reasons and investigations, and discounts on medication, food and pet care products.

Find out more about Pal for Life.

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FAQ’s

Is microchipping painful?

No. It’s a quick injection similar to a vaccination.

How long does a microchip last?

Microchipping is permanent and will last your pet’s lifetime.

Can I change my details later?

Yes. You can update your contact details online at any time.

Is microchipping required in the UK?

Yes, having cats and dogs microchipped in the UK is legally required. Owners found not to have chipped their pets can face a fine of up to £500. Microchipping is also essential if you plan to take your pet abroad.