Pet Microchipping
Pine Castle Animal Care Center recommends pet microchipping for all your companions. As a reliable and permanent solution to proper identification, this process can significantly increase the chances of being reunited with your pets if they ever go missing.
What is Pet Microchipping?
A pet going missing is every pet owner’s worst nightmare. Unfortunately, this can happen in a matter of seconds when a door is left open or a leash slips out of hand.
Pet microchipping involves implanting a tiny electronic chip, about the size of a grain of rice, just under your pet’s skin, typically between the shoulder blades. This microchip contains a unique identification number linked to your contact information, which is stored in a secure database.
If your pet is found and scanned by a veterinary clinic or animal shelter, the information on the chip can be used to contact you, ensuring a quick reunion with your pet.
Is Pet Microchipping Safe?
Microchips are designed to be safe and non-reactive. They contain no moving parts and do not require a battery, making them a safe and reliable option for permanent identification.
The material used in the chip is biocompatible, minimizing the risk of any adverse reaction. Over time, the microchip naturally integrates with the surrounding tissue, ensuring it remains securely in place.
What to Expect During a Microchipping Appointment
The microchipping process is straightforward and can be done during a regular veterinary visit. A veterinarian will use a sterile syringe to implant the microchip just under the skin, between your pet’s shoulder blades.
This procedure takes only a few seconds and does not require anesthesia. Once the chip is in place, you will be provided with information on how to register the chip with your contact details.
Please note that registration is crucial to ensure that your pet’s microchip links back to you.
What to Do If Your Pet Gets Lost
If your pet becomes lost, anyone who finds them can take them to a veterinary clinic or animal shelter to be scanned. The scanner will detect the microchip, and staff can access the registered contact information.
This process greatly increases the likelihood of a swift reunion. To ensure your pet’s safety, it is important to keep your contact details up-to-date in the microchip database.
Benefits of Pet Microchipping
Microchipping offers several advantages as a form of pet identification:
Permanent Identification
Quick and Painless Procedure
Lifetime Security
Schedule Your Pet Microchipping Appointment
Pet microchipping is a simple yet effective way to enhance your pet’s safety. At Pine Castle Animal Care Center in Orlando, FL, we are committed to providing the best possible care and peace of mind for pet owners.
Schedule an appointment today to have your pet microchipped, and rest assured that you are taking a crucial step to protect your furry friend. Call us at (407) 855-5010 to book an appointment or learn more about our pet microchipping services.