Give your pet the gift of assurance with a microchip.
1 in 3 pets will become lost in their lifetime. Without a microchip, only 23% of those pets will be reunited with their family. A microchip increases those chances to 53%.
During the month of February, the MCAAC is offering microchipping services to the public for only $14.00 per pet.
What is a microchip? A microchip is a tiny transponder, that is about the size of a grain of rice. They are implanted just under an animal's skin, usually between the shoulder blades. The process is similar to receiving a vaccination. Microchips hold information such as the owner's name, and phone number. They are similar to a pet I.D. tag, but will not fall off if your animal is lost! A microchip is not the same as a GPS device, it cannot be used to track your pet's whereabouts.
How do you read a microchip? Majority of veterinarian offices or animal rescue organizations have what is called a microchip scanner. This device gives off radio waves that activate the chip. Once the chip is activated, the scanner is able to read the number associated with the chip. This number is then put into a microchip lookup software. This software is able to locate the owner's name, phone number, and address that is associated with the microchip.
Once you microchip your animal, you will be given instructions on how to register the microchip number. This is very important. If you do not register, when the microchip is scanned, the owner's information will not show up in the software.
Microchip your pet at the MCAAC!
Bring your pet to the MCAAC anytime during our regular business hours to microchip your pet! In order for your animal to receive a microchip, they must be up to date on all vaccinations. For dogs, the required vaccinations are Rabies, DA2PP and Bordetella. For cats, the required vaccinations are Rabies and FVRCP.
Before you bring your animal into the building, please check in at the Front Desk and provide proof of your animal's vaccinations. All dogs must be leashed and all cats must be in carriers when brought inside the facility.
