Pet Microchipping
What would you do if your pet was lost?
How Microchipping a Pet Works
A microchip is a small device that will be inserted beneath your pet’s skin with an applicator. The chip contains a unique ID number that links to your contact information through a pet recovery database. While a pet microchip is not a GPS tracker, it does provide permanent identification that can’t fall off or get lost.
Microchipping is fast and recommended by Dr. Walia for most pets. Usually, pets are microchipped as puppies or kittens, but a microchip can be implanted at any time during your pet’s life. Our team can microchip your pet during a regular visit or combine it with a dental cleaning or routine surgery like a spay or neuter while your pet is already under anesthesia. It’s a one-time procedure that provides long-term peace of mind.
Don’t Forget to Register Your Pet’s Microchip
After your pet is microchipped, you will need to register the chip with your contact information. Our staff gives you everything you need to do this, including the ID number and instructions. You must complete this step in order to finish registration. Also, remember to keep your info current if you move or the contact information changes.
A microchip is only useful if the information attached to it is up to date. Without registration, animal shelters and vet clinics won’t be able to reach you if your lost pet is found.
Why Microchipping Matters Even With a Collar
Collars and tags are important, but they can fall off or become unreadable. Likely, your fur baby does not even wear their collar at home and would not have it on if they slipped out a door. A microchip provides a backup form of ID that stays with your pet forever. When shelters or veterinary clinics find lost animals, one of the first things they do is scan for a chip.
Having both a collar and a microchip gives your pet the best chance of making it home safely. Microchipping is an easy, affordable way to protect your furry friend from getting lost forever.
Affordable Pet Microchipping in Tacoma, WA
Don’t wait for your pet to go missing. Microchipping is a quick, low-cost way to protect them for life. At Affordable Animal Hospital, we make it simple and budget-friendly to give your pet the ID they need.
Call today to schedule a microchipping appointment. Same-day visits and walk-ins are welcome, but please give us a call.
Affordable Animal Hospital provides microchipping for dogs and cats in Tacoma, Pierce County, Lakewood, Gig Harbor, Olympia, Steilacoom, Federal Way, North End, Lacey, Puyallup, Dupont, and surrounding Washington areas.
