This skill will require you to demonstrate your understanding of different permanent identification methods. Upon completion of this skill, you will be knowledgeable on the method of microchipping and tattooing. You will be able to explain the importance and procedure to clients when necessary.
Tips for materials required for submission:
A written description of the microchip procedure in dogs and cats.
Make sure you discuss the proper restraint needed for this procedure.
Discussion should include step by step instruction on how to place a microchip.
You also need to include the following in your description:
If the animal needs to be scanned before the microchip is inserted. Why or why not?
How do you ensure the microchip is placed correctly?
A written description of how a tattoo is performed on dogs and cats.
This is a part of the required criteria, regardless of whether or not your site performs this type of permanent identification.
There are several techniques, pick one and provide a step by step description on how it would be performed.
Proper restraint should be discussed.
Video of you scanning a dog or cat for a microchip.
The patient does not need to have one, but we need to see all steps of how you check for a microchip.
Helpful resources in addition to your textbook and study guides: