🐾 Secure Your Pet’s Safety with Microchipping

Each year, countless pets go missing, and many never make it back home. While collars and tags are helpful, they can break, become unreadable, or be removed. To ensure your pet has a reliable form of identification that can't be lost or damaged, consider microchipping.

What Is a Microchip?

A microchip is a tiny, rice-sized device implanted just beneath your pet's skin, typically between the shoulder blades. It contains a unique identification number linked to your contact information in a national pet recovery database. When a scanner is passed over the microchip, it emits a signal that displays this number, allowing shelters, veterinarians, and animal control officers to contact you if your pet is found.

Why Microchip Your Pet?

• Permanent Identification: Unlike collars and tags, microchips are a permanent form of identification that can't be lost, stolen, or damaged.
• Increased Return Rates: A survey conducted by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) shows that microchipped pets are more likely to be reunited with their families. For example, microchipped dogs are returned to their owners at a rate of 52.2%, compared to 21.9% for non-microchipped dogs.
• Quick and Painless Procedure: The microchipping process is quick, virtually painless, and can be done during a routine veterinary visit.
• Peace of Mind: Knowing your pet has a reliable form of identification provides peace of mind, whether they're indoors or outdoors.

Important Considerations

• Not a GPS Tracker: Microchips do not track your pet's location in real-time. They serve as a permanent ID that can help reunite you if your pet is lost.
• Registration Is Key: The microchip itself doesn't contain your contact information; it's crucial to register the microchip with your details and keep that information up to date.
• Use in Conjunction with Other ID: While microchips are a reliable form of identification, it's recommended to also use collars and tags for added safety.

Contact us today to schedule an appointment for microchipping. Our team is here to ensure your pet has the best protection possible.