Stitch Posted September 22, 2009 Share Posted September 22, 2009 Are there any fellow breeders out there who have worked out what is the cheapest and best way to microchip a litter of pups seeing as they now have to be done prior to sale? I notice that you can now purchase microchips and do it yourself but I would think you need training to do that and I don't really breed that often that I could justify buying a scanner. Seeing as local councils sometimes have microchipping days where they charge $10 to microchip anyones dog I was wondering if there is a vet or organisation that is offering the same or similar bulk deal on litters of pups. Anyone able to help with info., etc.? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandra777 Posted September 22, 2009 Share Posted September 22, 2009 Can't help you as I'm still sorting it myself - but first stop would be your regular vet... if they won't offer you a deal on a litter of pups then take your business elsewhere! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~SL~ Posted September 22, 2009 Share Posted September 22, 2009 I get it done at my vet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacklabrador Posted September 22, 2009 Share Posted September 22, 2009 Could you negotiate a group discount with your vet to go with their vaccinations? My vet is microchipping for $20 at the moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stitch Posted September 22, 2009 Author Share Posted September 22, 2009 Can I ask which vet you go to Pointeeblab? I am thinking that puppy buyers should be quoted the price of a pup plus the extra cost to get the pup microchipped. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puggy_puggy Posted September 22, 2009 Share Posted September 22, 2009 The only people allowed to microchip are those who have done the course and hold a licence to do so. I owuld think that most breeders get their vets to chip their pups. I am thinking that puppy buyers should be quoted the price of a pup plus the extra cost to get the pup microchipped. Why no just include it in the cost of the pup? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss B Posted September 22, 2009 Share Posted September 22, 2009 I notice that you can now purchase microchips and do it yourself but I would think you need training to do that In order to complete the course and become an authorised implanter in QLD, you have to hold one of the following: - Bachelor of Veterinary Science (or equivalent) - Advanced Certificate in Veterinary Nursing - Certificate III in Animal Technology - Certificate III in Companion Animal Services - Certificate III in Local Government (Animal Management) - Certificate IV in Animal Control and Regulation - Certificate IV in Animal Welfare (Regulation) - Certificate IV in Captive Animals - Certificate IV in Companion Animal Services - Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stitch Posted September 23, 2009 Author Share Posted September 23, 2009 OK, so I have now realised that doing the microchipping myself is not an option - I really didn't want to do it myself anyway! Now I have to find someone who will do litters for a reasonable price - any ideas??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacklabrador Posted September 24, 2009 Share Posted September 24, 2009 Can I ask which vet you go to Pointeeblab?I am thinking that puppy buyers should be quoted the price of a pup plus the extra cost to get the pup microchipped. It was a vet at Beenleigh. Puppy buyers are normally just quoted a price which includes everything. A lot of vets are doing cheap microchipping at the moment because of the new law. It shouldn't be a problem to find another vet who does it cheaply, just ring around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atua Posted September 24, 2009 Share Posted September 24, 2009 anvet at beenleigh charges $35 per puppy. That is what they charge for all dogs though and no discount on puppies. I think that that is reasonable. I was paying $65 per dog where I used to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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