The Benefits Of Microchipping Dogs

Microchips are super tiny computer chips that are about the size of a grain of rice. Through the use of a needle, they’re easily injected into your furry friend’s skin with no need for anesthesia (similar to vaccine administrations). Lately, microchipping your pet has become a more widespread practice. So, if you’re considering microchipping your canine companion – here’s what all the buzz is about.

Unlike Collars, They Stay with Your Pet

Having a collar on your pup with their name and your contact information is useful – but they can sometimes fail when they’re needed most. If your pooch were to run away somehow, there’s a chance that their collar could break off, then what? With a microchip, your pup can be easily scanned at a veterinarian’s office or shelter, revealing all of your contact information. It’s a permanent solution that can give you peace of mind knowing that no matter what, your information is connected to Fido.

It Increases Your Chances of Being Reunited with Fido

If lost, the chances of your canine being reunited with you are much more likely when they are microchipped. Recent studies have shown that dogs who are microchipped are 2.5 times more likely to be returned to their owners than unclipped dogs. As pet parents, we want to do whatever we can to ensure our pets find their way back to us if they ever get lost – and microchipping can increase those odds.

They Provide Proof of Ownership

In case your pup is lost or even stolen, microchipping is a definitive wat to prove your ownership through its registration. This can be especially helpful if your canine is ever taken, and ownership might be in dispute.

They Advance with Technology

There are some chip manufacturers out there that are even enhancing their chips’ capabilities. Recently there has been the ability to program chips to open your doggy door only when your pup approaches it – which can be extremely helpful when trying to keep out stray animals. There are even other manufacturers out there that offer lost pet alerting services as well as travel assistance for those who like to take their furry friend’s on vacation or along with them for the holidays.

Microchipping is relatively inexpensive, considering all the benefits it can provide for you and the health and safety of your pup.