Microchipping

Is your cat or dog an escape artist? Some animals are always lingering near the front door or rushing out whenever it’s open. Even those who aren’t looking for an opportunity to get away may run off for other reasons, especially if startled or frightened.

Losing a runaway pet can be heartbreaking. At West Park Animal Hospital, we help pet owners prevent this outcome. Our caring team provides pet microchip services in Cleveland, Ohio, serving the surrounding areas in West Park, North Olmsted, Berea, Rocky River, Lakewood, and Fairview Park, to help you bring your beloved animals home.

What Is Microchipping?

A microchip is a tiny computer chip, approximately the size of a grain of rice, that is inserted underneath your pet’s skin. This device stores a unique ID number which is registered with the National Pet Recovery Database along with your contact information. If your pet is ever lost, any animal shelter or veterinary office can use their microchip scanner to read the ID number stored on the chip. The microchip company then steps in to help reunite you with your pet.

Rest assured, your contact information is protected. Generally, the microchip company will not share your details directly with the person who found your pet. Instead, they will contact you or provide your information to trusted professionals, such as shelter or veterinary staff, to ensure a safe reunion. Additionally, if you choose to register medical details, this information can be accessed by these professionals to provide appropriate care for your pet until you are reached.

Inserting a microchip is a simple procedure. No surgery or anesthesia is required; only an injection that is no more painful than a standard shot. It takes only seconds to complete. Once inserted, the chip lasts indefinitely – protecting your pet throughout their life.

Benefits of a Pet Microchip

Even indoor-only pets can sometimes escape. Even if you are diligent, your cat may rush to the door or break through a window screen, or your dog may leap the backyard fence after a squirrel. When it happens, you’ll do whatever it takes to get them back.

Microchips significantly improve your chances of recovering your beloved pet after an unfortunate escape. They provide a permanent, secure, and reliable source of identification at little cost to you. Here are just a few reasons why microchipping your pet is a good idea:

Microchips Are Easy

It takes only seconds to insert a microchip, and the procedure is no more involved than receiving a vaccination. While typically we suggest microchipping during a pet’s spay or neuter, it can be performed as part of a regular wellness care visit or technician appointment. We then handle the initial registration of your pet’s microchip for you to ensure your pet’s protection for a lifetime.

Afterward, you can easily update the details by adding important information about your pet, such as a photo, color, rabies tag number, medical conditions, and more, to increase the chances of a safe return if they ever get lost. Remember to review and update your contact information annually to ensure it stays current.

Microchips Are Long-Lasting

Microchips rely on radio frequency, so they don’t need external power and have no moving parts. Unlike a collar and tags, they can’t get lost. All of this means that microchips are permanent without a risk of breakdown, loss, or expiration.

Microchips Are Secure

Microchips can never be stolen. They only contain an ID number, which is only registered with the information you choose to provide. The database is protected for your privacy. They’re a secure and tamper-proof source of identification for your pet.

Microchips Save Lives

If your pet gets lost, there is a good chance it may get into trouble and be brought to a critical care veterinary hospital. A microchip allows veterinarians to contact you immediately about life-saving medical procedures, medication allergies, and more, so your pet receives the best care.

About Our Microchipping Services

Pet owners throughout the Cleveland, Ohio region can have their pets microchipped at West Park Animal Hospital. Our full-service facility is equipped to serve dogs, cats, and other small companion animals. We pride ourselves on our high standard of care, going the extra mile for the well-being of our animal patients and the convenience of their owners.

West Park Animal Hospital is a continual service veterinary facility. This means that your pet will receive every level of care – from microchip insertion and regular wellness visits to surgery – at the same location. Emergency care is also available with extended hours because we understand that a health crisis can happen at any time. No matter what brings you to our facility, you can be assured of meeting a caring team of veterinarians who provide personalized care for every patient.

Ask About Pet Microchipping in Cleveland, OH

If you love your pets, having them microchipped is the best way to protect them if they get lost. West Park Animal Hospital performs microchipping services for pet owners in the Cleveland, OH area, including West Park, North Olmsted, Berea, Rocky River, Lakewood, Fairview Park, and the surrounding areas. Contact us to find out more about pet microchips and their benefits, or to schedule an appointment for your animal companion.

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