Proper implanting is critical to
maximizing the performance of implants. Use adequate
facilities to properly restrain the animal. It is best to
implant clean, dry ears. Disinfect the implant needle with
properly diluted chlorohexadine solution placed on a sponge.
Do not use alcohol, undiluted chlorohexadine or other
disinfectant. Wipe the needle across the sponge in between
each animal or after a ‘skip’ off the back of the ear. Do
not dip the needle into disinfectant solution.
Begin at the outer 1/3 of the back of the ear and insert the
implant needle between the skin and the cartilage. Avoid
digging into the cartilage. Squeeze the trigger and deposit
the implant under the skin. Withdraw the needle and gently
run thumb over the implant to check placement. Pinch the
insertion site between your thumb and forefinger. See a
summary of Zero Defect Implanting critical control points
for more details.
