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Microchipping FAQs

Microchipping FAQs

When you adopt a pet, it is up to you to make sure that they are safe and secure. One great way to do this is to have your pet microchipped. This is a service provided by the professionals at Callahan Drive Animal Hospital.

What Is Microchipping?

When your pet is microchipped, the vet will implant a tiny microchip under their skin between the shoulder blades. The chip will contain a number that coincides with a number in the national database. The information in the database will contain your pet's name, your contact information, and any medical conditions your pet has. If your pet is found, the microchip can be scanned at an animal hospital or a shelter so you can be contacted.

Is Microchipping Painful?

No. When the veterinarian implants the microchip, they will do so with a syringe. The procedure is no more painful than your pet's annual vaccinations.

How Long Does the Microchip Last?

Microchips don't have batteries or require any kind of power. Your pet’s microchip will last throughout his or her entire life. If you move or your contact information changes, you must update your information in the database.

What Are the Benefits Of Microchipping?

A microchip ensures your pet can be returned under any circumstances. Microchipping can also be helpful if your pet is stolen or if ownership is in question. While we still recommend you have your dog wear tags with your contact information, these can fall off and become lost.

Veterinarian in Knoxville

If you want to ensure that your pet is safe and secure, schedule an appointment with Callahan Drive Animal Hospital in Knoxville. We can implant a microchip in your pet which will give you peace of mind that if they do escape, you will be reunited quickly. For more information on microchipping, our other pet care services, or to schedule an appointment, call us at (865) 938-0243.

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  • "I love Callahan Drive Animal Hospital! Best Veterinarian & Staff in Knoxville been going here for 15 years ! Only place I trust with my fur babies ! Everyone is helpful and friendly and they really care about your animals highly recommend !"
    Tracy S.
  • "Took my 3 y/o tortoise recently and I was pleasantly surprised. Not only was the vet knowledgeable and kind, but the overall visit (including an x-ray) was reasonably priced. I definitely recommend and I will be returning for future services"
    Valerie B.
  • "This group loves animals! Everyone is so kind and helpful! This Vet loves sharing information too! Wouldn’t go anywhere else!"
    Karen W.
  • "This is the best vet I’ve ever took my dog to I couldn’t see myself going anywhere else they took very good care of my son and I feel so much better knowing exactly what’s wrong with him very very sweet staff thank you soooooooo much Dr.Hilla and staff"
    Diane J.
  • "Doc Villa ALWAYS takes care of Studly Dudley!! I will ALWAYS recommend Callahan Drive Animal Hospital & their entire team as they truly do care for your animal in the same way you do!! Dr Villa has cared for Dudley for most of his SIXTEEN years & he’s still happy, healthy & strong!! I strongly believe, Stud has made it to this old age so gracefully due to the care he’s been given with this facility!! I would not trust another team than Callahan Animal with my “first child”, the only place for us to go!! Highly recommended!!"
    Lauren H.
  • "10/10 experience was even better than hoped for. As a snake owner, you hear things about vets that make you question taking them and it was very comforting and nice to have someone who not only helped but took the time to talk about caring for them properly. Thank you guys so much!"
    Lydia B