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Consider these distressing statistics:
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Every year 10 million pets are lost. Much of this cannot be readily prevented. A collar with identification is essential.
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According to the American Humane Association, only about 17% of lost dogs and 2% of lost cats ever find their owners!
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Because their owners cannot be located, nearly 20 million pets are euthanized each year.
If your dog or cat is microchipped, there is a much higher probability that they will return to you safely. Microchips will last for your pet’s lifetime: there are no moving parts and nothing to replace. A microchip is a small computer chip that has contains an identification number programmed into it. It is small enough to fit into a hypodermic needle. Once iimplanted, the ID number cannot be altered or removed. The chip is prevented from moving about due to a layer of connective tissue that forms around the chip.
Some pet owners are hesitant to microchip their pet because they are afraid it will hurt. The procedure is simple, routine and painless, and no anesthesia is required. Your pet simply gets an injection just under the loose skin between the shoulder blades; it is a lot like getting vaccinated. Most animals don’t react at all. Long term studies show that a microchip is very safe for pets.
The chip receives an identification code that is unique to your pet. This code can be read by scanners at most veterinarians’ offices and animal shelters.
Please visit The Canine and Feline Store for pet collars with GPS and more information and ideas.
