Microchipping: A Simple Step That Saves Lives

Every year, countless pets go missing. While collars and ID tags are important, they can break or slip off. A microchip provides permanent identification that can't be lost.

How microchips work

A microchip is a tiny device — about the size of a grain of rice — implanted under your pet's skin, typically between the shoulder blades. Each chip has a unique ID number registered to you in a national database.

When a lost pet is found, shelters and veterinary clinics scan for a chip and contact the owner through the registry.

Is it painful?

Microchipping is quick and causes minimal discomfort — similar to a vaccination. Many pets receive their chip during spay/neuter surgery while already under anesthesia.

Keep your info current

A microchip only works if your contact information is up to date in the registry. If you've moved or changed phone numbers, update your registration promptly.

Ask us about microchipping at your next visit. It's a small step that can make all the difference if your pet ever gets lost.