Importance of Microchipping Your Pet
May is National Chip Your Pet Month, dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of microchipping. Microchipping your pet is a simple, affordable, and permanent form of identification. It significantly increases the chances of reuniting with your pet if they become lost or stolen.
Why Microchip Your Pet?
The decision to microchip your pet is a step toward responsible pet ownership. Here’s why pet microchipping is an essential part of pet care:
- Enhanced Safety: Microchipping provides a reliable way to identify your pet, greatly increasing the chances of a reunion if they ever get lost.
- Permanent Solution: Unlike collars or tags that can be lost or damaged, a microchip stays with your pet for life, offering lasting identification.
- Widespread Identification: Vets and shelters can scan microchips anywhere, ensuring your pet’s identification travels with them, even when you’re on the go.
Celebrating Chip Your Pets Month with MarketPlace Veterinary Hospital
During Chip Your Pets Month, the veterinarians and staff at MarketPlace Veterinary Hospital are proud to offer pet microchipping services. We’re passionate about pet safety and work tirelessly to provide the highest quality care. We’re here to make microchipping easy, and stress-free, for both you and your pet.
Understanding the Microchipping Process
The microchipping process is straightforward, quick, and causes minimal discomfort to your pet. Here’s what you can expect when you choose to microchip your pet at MarketPlace Veterinary Hospital:
Consultation: We’ll begin by discussing the microchipping process and addressing any questions or concerns you may have. This is a great time to learn more about the benefits of microchipping and how it can offer you peace of mind.
The Procedure: A veterinarian quickly completes the microchipping procedure in just seconds, much like a routine vaccination. Using a needle, they insert a microchip—about the size of a grain of rice—under your pet’s skin, typically between the shoulder blades. Pets usually tolerate the process well, similar to receiving a regular shot.
Aftercare: After the veterinarian implants the microchip, you won’t need to provide any significant aftercare. Your pet can resume their normal activities immediately. We’ll provide you with all the necessary information on registering the microchip with your contact details in the national database.
Learn more about how microchipping your pet works in this related blog post.
Our Commitment to Your Pet’s Safety
Our commitment to your pet’s well-being is reflected in our comprehensive range of services designed to keep your dog or cat healthy, happy, and safe:
MarketPlace Veterinary Hospital is your destination for El Dorado Hills, CA, pet care, and Chip Your Pets Month is the perfect time to prioritize your pet’s safety and well-being. We’re ready to assist you with pet microchipping and more, ensuring your pet enjoys a long, happy life by your side.
Interested in microchipping or other pet care services? Contact us today to schedule an appointment. Let’s keep the pets of El Dorado Hills safe and secure.