While having a collar on your dog or cat with your contact information can be helpful, a far more effective way of ensuring your beloved pet will be returned to you if lost is having them microchipped. With dog and cat microchipping, a vet embeds a unique ID number beneath the pet’s skin that can be read by a digital scanner, increasing the likelihood that you’ll get your furry friend back if they are lost. Below are a few benefits of microchipping your pet.

3 Reasons You Should Consider Dog & Cat Microchipping

1. Dogs Could Escape

If dogs spot a cat, squirrel, another dog, or any other creature they think they should chase, they may escape your yard. Some dogs are great jumpers and could easily bound over the fence, while others know how to dig underneath fences to make their escape. Whatever the case may be, getting them microchipped will increase your chances of their return if they do get out. 

2. Outdoor Cats Can Wander Off 

Cats are smart creatures, and their curiosity occasionally gets the best of them. There’s nothing wrong with letting your cat outdoors, but since they can climb and run and have a natural tendency to wander, it’s possible they could get lost. A microchip is a great solution to help ensure your feline makes it back home to you. 

3. Pets Are Sometimes Stolen

Sadly, pets do get abducted. While a microchip cannot help you track down your pet, it can prove that they are yours if they are found. Collars and ID tags are easily removed, but a microchip requires a veterinarian to locate and remove it. During this process, it becomes clear that the information on the microchip does not match the thief’s. If the thief does not remove the chip and someone recognizes the pet is not theirs, the embedded contact information ensures they will be returned to you, the rightful owner.

Those who want to microchip their pets without the challenge of bringing them to the vet’s office should contact Dr. Robin's Housecall Veterinary Services. Based in Denver, CO, this mobile vet has been offering outstanding veterinary services for over 12 years, and she offers services including dog and cat microchipping, minor surgeries, wound care, vaccinations, and more. For more information, visit her website or call (970) 217-1260.