Pet MicrochipChampaign, IL
A Microchip is a little device that holds a pet’s unique identification information. It’s about the size of a grain of rice and has a code that relates to the pet owner’s contact information.
Why should your pet be microchipped?
Over 10 million pets go missing every year, according to PetFinder, and one in every three pets will go missing at some point in their lives. Any vet or shelter can use a special microchip scanner to find out essential information about your pet and get in touch with you as quickly as possible if your pet goes missing and is found.
Microchipped pets were located 52 percent more often than those without microchips in one study, compared to only 22 percent of the time for creatures without microchips. If you relocate or change your contact information at any time, notify your microchip company so that they can update your information as soon as possible.
How does the pet get its microchip?
The microchip is contained within a needle that is implanted between the shoulder blades and cannot be removed or damaged. Once implanted, the microchip remains in place indefinitely, keeping your pet safe and secure. Any veterinarian will be able to locate your pet if it ever has to be recognized (for example, if it has ran away and been apprehended by the authorities).