With June being National Microchipping Month, it's a great time to learn about the benefits and importance of having your four-legged best friend microchipped. According to research, around one-third of pets will likely be separated from their pet parents at some point in their life. Whether they get lost or are stolen, very few will ever be reunited with their owners.

Doors and fences help keep pets safely at home, but accidents can happen at any time. Chipping your dog or cat is a good way to boost the odds of having them be returned to you if they ever disappear. Here at Orting Animal Hospital, we perform quick and easy microchipping for pets in Orting and would be happy to help you protect your pet. Here are a handful of things you should know about animal microchipping.

Benefits of Microchipping Your Pet

While having your pet microchipped does not provide a 100 percent guarantee that your pet will be located and returned to you if they are ever lost or stolen, it does greatly increase the chances of seeing them again. If someone brings your pet to a veterinary office or shelter, they will be scanned for a chip. As long as you keep your contact information up to date, you will be contacted.

How Are Animals Chipped?

Microchipping is simple and causes only minor discomfort The chip - which is roughly the same size as a grain of rice - is typically placed between the shoulder blades. A syringe is used to quickly inject the microchip, so anesthesia is not needed. It takes only a few moments and no special care needs to be taken afterward.

These chips are safe and don't store your personal information. Every microchip has a unique identification number that is linked to an account containing your personal info. Keeping this information up to date when you relocate or change phone numbers is crucial and takes just a few seconds online.

Contact Orting Animal Hospital Now for Microchipping in Orting

Getting a microchip for your four-legged is fast and inexpensive, and doing so greatly improves your odds of seeing them again should you ever become separated. The choice is yours to make, however at Orting Animal Hospital, our veterinarians highly recommend microchipping in Orting and the surrounding areas for almost all of the patients we serve. To learn more or schedule your pet's appointment, please reach out to us today.