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All About Microchipping from Your New Meadows Veterinarian

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This month is National Microchipping Month. As such, it's a fantastic time to learn more about microchipping. According to research, more than one in three companion animals will be separated from their owners by theft or getting lost during their lifetime. Of them, very few will ever be reunited with their owners.

Doors and fences help keep pets safely at home, but no one is immune to this all-too-common disaster. To keep your furry friend safe and boost your odds of being reunited if they disappear, consider having them microchipped. The skilled veterinarian at Salmon River Mobile Veterinary Clinic microchips companion animals in New Meadows and the surrounding areas and would be happy to help you protect your pet. Keep scrolling to find out more about having your pet microchipped.

Why You Should Have Your Pet Microchipped

While microchipping doesn't provide a 100 percent guarantee that your pet will be returned to you if they become separated from you, it does significantly increase the likelihood of seeing them again. If your dog or cat is brought into an animal hospital or animal shelter, a handheld scanner will be used in an attempt to find a microchip. As long as you have your current information saved in your account, you will be contacted.

What Is The Process Like?

Microchipping is quick and feels like getting a shot. Similar in size to a grain of rice, the chip is typically inserted between the shoulder blades. It is injected using a syringe (just like a vaccination), so there is no need for anesthesia. The entire process takes only a few seconds, and there is no recovery time needed.

These chips are safe and don't store your personal information. Every microchip has a unique identification number that's connected to an account containing your phone number, address, etc. If you move or get a new phone number, updating the information is done online and just takes a few moments.

Contact Us Today to Have Your Pet Microchipped Near New Meadows

Microchipping takes just seconds, and it significantly increases the odds of finding your pet should you ever become separated. The choice is yours to make, but here at Salmon River Mobile Veterinary Clinic in New Meadows, our caring team strongly suggests microchipping in New Meadows and the surrounding areas for most of our patients. To request additional information or schedule your pet's appointment, please contact us today.

 

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Tel. (208) 271-2337

Tel. (208) 271-2337