Microchipping

A Simple Way to Help Your Pet Find Their Way Home

Even the most careful pet owners know that accidents happen. Doors get left open, fences fail, and curious pets can slip away in seconds. While collars and ID tags are helpful, they can break, fall off, or become unreadable over time. Microchipping offers a permanent form of identification that greatly improves the chances of a lost pet being reunited with their family. At Beachwood Animal Clinic, microchipping is an easy, lasting step you can take to protect your pet.

For many families, the reassurance that comes with microchipping provides invaluable peace of mind. The procedure is quick, safe, and designed to last your pet’s entire life.

How Pet Microchips Work

A microchip is a tiny device—about the size of a grain of rice—that is placed just beneath your pet’s skin, typically between the shoulder blades. Each chip contains a unique identification number that connects to your contact information in a secure national database.

If your pet is ever found and brought to a veterinary clinic, shelter, or animal control facility, staff can scan the chip and access your information right away. There are no batteries to replace and no maintenance required, making microchips a reliable form of identification for life.

Is Microchipping Painful?

Microchipping is comparable to a routine vaccination. The implant is placed quickly, does not require anesthesia, and causes minimal discomfort. Most pets barely notice the process, and once the chip is in place, they won’t feel it at all.

After Your Pet Is Microchipped

Once the microchip is implanted, our team will help ensure it’s properly registered in a national database with your current contact information. Keeping these details up to date is essential, especially if you move or change phone numbers.

Microchipping is beneficial for all pets—including those who live indoors. Unexpected situations can happen, and this simple step can make all the difference during a stressful moment.

If you’re interested in microchipping or would like to add it to your pet’s next visit, contact Beachwood Animal Clinic to schedule an appointment and give your pet lifelong protection.