Did you know that this month is National Microchipping Month? As such, it is a great opportunity to brush up on your knowledge about the importance and benefits of microchipping. The American Humane Society estimates that around one in three pets will be separated from their pet parents by theft or getting lost at some point during their life. Unfortunately, only a small percentage will ever make it back home.

While there are numerous things that can be done to prevent your four-legged best friend from being stolen or running away, disaster can strike any family. The skilled veterinarians at Burlingame Family Pet Hospital provide safe and effective microchipping in Burlingame to help you protect your canine companion or feline friend. Keep scrolling to discover more about having your pet microchipped.

Benefits of Microchipping Your Pet

Though microchipping doesn't offer an absolute guarantee that your pet will be found and reunited with you if they ever get lost, it does greatly improve the odds. If someone brings your pet into an animal hospital or shelter, a handheld scanner will be used in an attempt to find a chip. As long as the information stored in your account is accurate, the person scanning your pet will be able to reach out to you and reunite you with your pet.

The Microchipping Procedure

Microchipping is fast and feels like getting a vaccination or another shot. Roughly the same size as a grain of rice, the chip is usually implanted in the loose skin located between the shoulder blades. It is injected using a syringe (just like a vaccination), so there is no need for anesthesia. A trained vet can chip a dog or cat in seconds, and there is no need for any downtime after the procedure.

These microchips are completely safe and don't contain personal information. Instead, each chip has a unique ID number that is linked to an account that contains your phone number, address, etc. If you move or get a new phone number, updating the information is done on the web and only takes a few moments.

Call Now to Have Your Pet Microchipped in Burlingame and the surrounding areas

Having your furry family member microchipped takes just seconds, and doing so greatly enhances the odds of seeing them again should you ever become separated. The decision is yours, however here at Burlingame Family Pet Hospital in Burlingame, our veterinarians strongly recommend microchipping in Burlingame and the surrounding areas for almost all of the patients we serve. Call now to find out more or schedule a microchipping appointment.