A microchip (Identichip) is an induction coil about the size of a grain of rice that sits just under the skin surface. Each microchip has a unique 15 digit number that is picked up by a special reader. The numbers are stored on a national database along with your contact details..

If your animal is found as a stray it can be scanned and traced back to you in a matter of minutes. Most veterinary practices as well as dog wardens, the police and many rescue societies have scanners.

The microchip is inserted like an injection. A needle containing the microchip is passed under the skin and the microchip pushed out. The process only takes a few seconds and microchips normally last a lifetime.

Microchipping is supported by many animal welfare societies such as The Kennel Club, The Dog's Trust, Cat Protection League and RSPCA

The benefits of microchipping

Peace of mind in case your pet is lost or stolen
Permanent
Quick and easy to insert
Avoids the use of collars in cats
An essential part of the Pet Passport scheme for travel abroad
Avoid unwanted cats with a microchip cat flap

Sureflap cat flaps recognise the ID chip already implanted in your cat, allowing access to your pet and making unwanted visitors a thing of the past. Your home becomes a secure environment for your pet, leading to a happier, more relaxed animal.

No need for a collar or tag which can get lose or even worse caught on branches, etc.

Operation of Sureflap couldn't be simpler. Once the unit is installed and the batteries put into place, the flap can be put into learn mode. The next time your cat passes through the flap, the unique ID code if its chip is put into the memory. Now Sureflap unlocks whenever your cat wants to come into the house. Multiple cats are no problem. Up to 32 cats can be programmed into the flap at the same time.

The 4 way manual lock allows you to lock the door in any combination of in/out. For example the vet mode allows your cat to enter the house but keeps him inside for the next trip to our surgery!