No one expects their pet to go missing—but it happens more often than many people realize. A gate left open, a leash that snaps, or a sudden noise that sends your pet running—these are just a few of the ways a pet can unexpectedly become lost. In those stressful moments, having a microchip can make all the difference. At Pet Care on Highland, we offer safe and reliable microchipping services to help ensure your pet can always find their way home.
A microchip is a tiny electronic device, about the size of a grain of rice, that’s implanted just under the skin between your pet’s shoulder blades. It contains a unique ID number linked to your contact information in a secure national database. If your pet is found and taken to a veterinary clinic or animal shelter, staff can scan the chip, retrieve your information, and contact you immediately.
The process of microchipping is quick and virtually painless—no more uncomfortable than a standard vaccination. It doesn’t require anesthesia, and it can be done during a routine wellness exam or at the same time as spay or neuter surgery. Once placed, the chip stays in place for life and requires no maintenance on your part. The only thing you need to do is keep your contact information up to date in the registry.
One of the biggest misconceptions about microchips is that they work like GPS trackers. They don’t show your pet’s location in real time—but they do offer a permanent, tamper-proof form of identification that can’t fall off like a collar or tag. And they’re incredibly effective. Studies show that microchipped dogs are more than twice as likely to be reunited with their owners, and microchipped cats are returned home at a rate more than 20 times higher than cats without chips.
At Pet Care on Highland, we routinely scan new patients to check for existing chips and confirm that the registration is active. Sadly, many lost pets with microchips are never reunited with their families simply because the owner forgot to update their phone number or address. That’s why we always remind pet owners to review and update their information regularly—and we’re happy to assist with the process if needed.
Microchipping is recommended for all pets, even those that live exclusively indoors. Accidents can happen, and indoor pets are often less equipped to navigate the outside world if they become lost. A microchip gives you peace of mind that if something unexpected happens, your pet has a better chance of coming home.
It’s a small step with a big impact—and it’s one of the easiest ways to protect your pet. If your dog or cat isn’t microchipped yet, or if you’re not sure whether their chip is registered, give us a call at (863) 937-7914. Pet Care on Highland offers microchipping services that are fast, affordable, and provide lifelong protection for the pets you love.
