Affordable Tucson Vet
Low cost microchipping in Tucson.
A permanent, rice-grain-sized HomeAgain microchip placed under the skin between the shoulder blades. Lifetime registration is included with no annual fees, and any shelter or vet in the U.S. can scan it to get your contact info. Most pets barely flinch.
What's promised
Lifetime registration
No annual fees, ever. Update your details anytime online.
HomeAgain chip
A trusted, ISO-standard chip scannable by any shelter or vet in the U.S.
Quick, in-and-out visit
The procedure itself takes under a minute.
Overview
A permanent ID that works everywhere.
A microchip is a permanent, rice-grain-sized ID implanted under the skin between the shoulder blades. Unlike a collar tag, it can't fall off, fade, or be removed. Every shelter and vet clinic in the U.S. has a universal scanner, so a lost pet that ends up at any facility can be traced back to you within minutes.
We use HomeAgain — a trusted, ISO-standard chip registered to a lifetime-access national database. No annual renewal fees, no upcharges to update your phone number — change your address online any time, free of charge.
The procedure itself takes under a minute. We use a slightly larger needle than a vaccine, your pet barely flinches, and there's no recovery period. You leave with a registered chip and a printed proof-of-registration certificate.
Pricing
One price, lifetime coverage.
Flat $29 for any pet — HomeAgain chip, insertion, and lifetime registration in the national database. No add-ons at checkout.
Already have a chip? We'll scan it free of charge and help you update or transfer the registration.
What's included
Everything baked into the price.
Most Tucson clinics charge for the chip, then again for registration, then again to update it. We don't.
HomeAgain chip
A trusted, ISO-standard chip — universally scannable by any shelter or vet.
Lifetime registration
Enrolled in the national database the same day. No annual fees.
Free scan & verify
We confirm the chip reads correctly before you leave — every time.
Free info updates
Move? New phone number? Update online anytime at no charge.
Printed proof certificate
A take-home certificate with the chip number and registration details.
Under a minute
The procedure itself takes under a minute.
How it works
A quick stop, start to finish.
No fasting, no prep, no recovery. Here's exactly what to expect.
Minute 1
Get checked in
Sign in at the front desk and a tech will bring you back to a quiet exam room.
Minute 2
Quick exam
A tech checks your pet over and confirms there's no existing chip. We always scan first to avoid duplicate implants.
Minute 3
Chip insertion
A quick injection between the shoulder blades — comparable to a vaccine. Most pets barely react.
Minute 4–10
Scan, register, leave
We scan to confirm the chip reads, register it to your contact info in the national database, and hand you a printed certificate.
Aftercare
No recovery needed.
Microchipping is a one-step procedure — no rest period, no restrictions. The one thing worth doing is verifying your registration.
Day of
Confirm registration
Check the registration email from the database. Make sure your phone, address, and a backup contact are all listed correctly.
Anytime
Update as life changes
Move? New number? Log in to the national registry and update — it's free, and a chip is only as good as its current info.
Yearly
Ask us to scan
At your annual wellness visit we'll scan to confirm the chip is still reading correctly. Takes 5 seconds, included in the exam.
FAQ
Common questions, straight answers.
If something isn't covered here, give us a call before booking.
Is a wellness exam required?
Not always. For pets we've already seen, you can come in just for the chip — no exam needed. For puppies and kittens, we highly recommend pairing it with a wellness exam so we can establish a baseline of health, check for anything that needs attention, and time the chip alongside their other early-life care.
How old does my pet need to be?
Most puppies and kittens can be chipped from about 8 weeks of age, and many people add it onto a spay/neuter or vaccine visit. There's no upper age limit — older pets get chipped all the time. If you adopted recently and aren't sure whether your pet is already chipped, stop in for a free scan first.
Do you offer financing options?
Yes, we partner with Cherry to offer simple monthly payment plans. Learn more about our financing options.
Ready when you are
Let's book your visit.
We're excited to meet your furry family. We'll walk you through what's recommended and what it costs before doing anything.