HOW TO PURCHASE A MICROCHIP READER:
Breeders and members of SC will be able to buy scanners – there are two available to select from – directly from SC at a discounted price.
The Universal HomeScan Reader is the size of a cell phone and will read and display the microchip number and temperature of the equine, and requires 2 AA batteries. This scanner will be available for purchase by SC members for $80, plus shipping and applicable taxes, and $95 for non-members, plus shipping and applicable taxes.
The Universal WorldScan Reader Plus offers faster microchip detection, USB or wireless Bluetooth connectivity. It’s designed for increased durability and protection against moisture, longer battery life, sleek contoured design and comes with a protective storage case. It reads the microchip number and temperature on its display and the USB and Bluetooth interfaces allow for easy electronic transfer of microchip ID codes to your phone or any computer.
The Reader Plus is priced at $375 for SC members, plus shipping and applicable taxes, or $450 for non-members plus shipping and applicable taxes.
If you wish to purchase a scanner, contact Linda Bedard at Standardbred Canada at (905) 858-3060 x 238 or lbedard@standardbredcanada.ca.
Standardbred Canada does have the Microchip App available for download on a mobile device, this App is to find the identity of the horse, the App is free to download and to use. The Universal WorldScan Reader comes with software that can be downloaded for free, this allows you to change the scanner settings, turn on and off the Bluetooth, and can read the memory of the scanner. We do not have a software program that can record information on the horse and vet records at this time.
https://standardbredcanada.ca/notices/11-15-19/check-chip-get-scs-microchip-app.html