EQuiChip® Community Events
Companion Animals NZ (CANZ) created EQuiChip® events as a framework for equine communities to organise microchipping events for local riders.
EQuiChip® helps safeguard equine welfare and share evidence-based information to ensure a Good Life for Horses.
Cyclone Gabrielle in 2023 highlighted the importance of reliable horse identification, as many were displaced by floodwaters. Permanent identification through microchipping and registration on a national database accessible to emergency services is essential. This system aids reunification during disasters, tracks lost or stolen horses, and can provide important health and welfare updates to owners.
Building a database of equine guardians will foster a community of responsible horse owners. In the future, these individuals may contribute to research that supports best practices in horse care, management, and training.
Previous EQuiChip® events
In 2023, four EQuiChip® events in Hawke’s Bay and Wairarapa successfully microchipped and registered over 200 horses. In 2024, CANZ organised another four events in Taupo, Cambridge, Auckland and Wellington, where 117 horses were microchipped and 127 horses were registered.
Interested in an EQuiChip® event for your local community? Contact our friendly team and we will get you underway