Vinton vet, veterinarian in Vinton, VA

Vinton Veterinary Hospital

1309 East Washington Avenue

Vinton VA 24179

 

540.342.7821

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What is a ResQ Microchip?

The "ResQ Microchip" is a safe, simple and permanent form of pet identification to immediately identify lost pets and quickly reunite them with their owners. The microchip is injected under your pet's skin over the shoulders. Each chip contains a unique barcode (much like those seen on products in stores). The chip is gentle to the tissues, and does not cause a reaction to the body. When a scanner is passed over the pet, the bar code is read. You must register your pet with The PetLink Network, and they will supply information on the pet with that barcode, and this service is available nationwide, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Registering your pet online is completely free of charge. Please ask a staff member for more information. The owner is responsible for keeping information current with the PetLink Network. All veterinary hospitals, shelters, and rescue groups have scanners.