Identification

The importance of animal identification

Identification of domestic animals not only a legal obligation in France, but also a essential protective measure For your companion. Since 1 January 2012, all dogs, cats and ferrets must be identified before any sale, whether free or expensive.

For dogs, this identification is compulsory from age 4 months, while for cats, it is compulsory before 7 months of age, whatever their way of life. In our urban environment, where density increases the risk of escape or loss, this approach is particularly important.

Identification is the only official link between you and your animal. It allows you to quickly find the owner of a stray animal and greatly facilitates administrative procedures concerning your companion. Our veterinary team advises you on the most suitable method for your animal.

Proposed methods of identification

The Thermochip electronic chip

The electronic chip, or transponder, is now the preferred method of identification for its reliability and permanence. In our clinic, we use chips Thermochip, which are distinguished by their quality and ability to measure the body temperature of the animal in addition to its identification. This innovative technology allows for dual functionality: a unique 15-digit number to identify the animal throughout its life and an integrated biosensor to monitor its temperature.

The transponder, of the size of a grain of rice, is implanted under the skin of the animal, usually at the level of the left neck, by subcutaneous injection. This rapid and pain-free procedure does not require anaesthesia and can be performed when standard consultation. The Thermochip compatible reader allows you to read both the identification number and the body temperature, thus providing practical and non-invasive follow-up.

The advantages of the Thermochip chip:

• Do not alter over time : The chip remains functional throughout the life of the animal.
• Health surveillance : Thanks to its integrated biosensor, it allows a fast and non-invasive temperature intake.
• Essential for travel abroad : It complies with international standards and is the only method of identification accepted for the establishment of the European passport.
• Increased reliability : The accuracy of thermal measurements facilitates medical monitoring and improves the comfort of veterinary consultations.

With this modern technology, our clinic offers you a complete solution to identify your animal while monitoring its physiological condition.

Tattoo (needs anaesthesia)

Although less practiced today, tattoo remains a legal identification method and recognized. It consists of a unique number in the animal's ear or thigh. This procedure requires a mild general anaesthesia and is therefore often programmed at the same time as another intervention, such as sterilization.

The advantages of tattooing:

• Visible with naked eye
• Quick identification without specific reading device

Registration with ICAD

Once physical identification is achieved, we proceed to I-recording of coordinates your pet and your personal information from I-CAD (Identification of Domestic Carnivores), the official body responsible for managing the National Identification File.

I-CAD then delivers a identification card which is the legal proof of the connection between you and your animal. This card contains all the information about your companion: its identification number, its physical characteristics, as well as your contact details as owner.

It is essential to keep this information up to date, in particular in case of change of address or telephone contact details. Our veterinary clinic can assist you in these updating steps to ensure the effectiveness of the system in case of loss of your animal.

The advantages of animal identification

Find a Lost Animal

Identification is the most effective way to find a lost animal. When an identified animal is found, any veterinarian or refuge can read his e-chip or tattoo and contact the I-CAD to obtain the owner's contact information. In our urban environment, where the risks of running away exist, this traceability is particularly reassuring for owners.

More than 80% of the animals identified and lost are returned to their ownersless than 20% for unidentified animals.

Travelling with your pet

For any international travel with your pet, e-chip identification is mandatory. It is the first step in obtaining European pet passport, an essential document for travelling in the European Union and many other countries.

Our clinic can accompany you in all the steps necessary to prepare for a trip with your pet, from identification to the establishment of the passport, through the vaccinations required according to destination.

Fighting abandonment and theft

Identification contributes to the Combating the abandonment of domestic animals by empowering the owners. It also allows prove the property of an animal in case of litigation or theft, thus providing legal protection to legitimate owners.

This traceability contributes to better management of the urban animal population and to the protection of domestic animals.

Our veterinary expertise

Our veterinary team has recognised expertise in animal identification. We use the latest generation equipment to install and read electronic chips, ensuring a fast, safe and efficient procedure.

Our staff is trained in the specific procedures for identification and control of the associated administrative procedures, ensuring that you full and hassle-free service. We take the time to explain the importance of identification and answer all your questions about this legal obligation.