Pet Microchipping in Kelowna

Permanent Pet Identification for Peace of Mind

At Spall & Harvey Animal Hospital, we provide pet microchipping in Kelowna for dogs and cats to help improve the chances of reuniting lost pets with their families. Dog microchipping and cat microchipping are safe, reliable, and permanent forms of pet identification that provide peace of mind for pet owners. Pet microchipping helps reunite thousands of lost dogs and cats with their owners every year.

Unlike collars and tags, a pet microchip is permanent and cannot easily fall off or become damaged. Dog microchips and cat microchips are one of the most reliable forms of pet identification and are recommended as part of preventive veterinary care for pets of all ages.

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Service Types

Veterinary Clinic Microchipping

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Dog Microchips

Dog microchipping provides permanent identification for puppies and adult dogs. Even dogs that are well-trained or primarily indoors can become separated from their owners unexpectedly. A dog microchip helps improve the chances of a safe return home if your dog becomes lost.

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Cat Microchips

Cat microchipping is especially important for indoor cats, as they can easily slip outside and become disoriented. A cat microchip provides permanent identification and helps shelters and veterinary clinics quickly contact owners if a lost cat is found.

Benefits

Benefits of Pet Microchipping

Pet microchipping offers a safe and effective way to help identify lost pets and reconnect them with their owners.

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Benefits of dog microchipping and cat microchipping include:

  • Permanent pet identification
  • Improved chances of recovering lost pet
  • Quick identification at veterinary clinics and shelters
  • Safe and simple procedure
  • Peace of mind for pet owners
  • Reliable backup if collars or tags are lost

Pets can become lost unexpectedly, even indoor dogs and cats. Many indoor pets escape accidentally through open doors, windows, or during stressful situations. Dog microchipping and cat microchipping can be performed at almost any age and are often recommended during puppy or kitten visits, wellness exams, or surgical procedures such as spaying and neutering.

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Pet Microchipping FAQs:

Yes. Pet microchipping is a safe, quick, and minimally invasive veterinary procedure commonly performed for dogs and cats.

Most pets tolerate microchipping very well. The procedure is similar to receiving a vaccine and only takes a few seconds.

Dog microchipping and cat microchipping can be performed at almost any age, including during puppy and kitten visits.

Yes. Indoor pets can accidentally escape through doors, windows, or during stressful situations.
Cat microchipping and dog microchipping provide permanent identification if this happens.

A pet microchip contains a unique identification number that can be scanned by veterinary clinics and animal shelters to help identify and contact the owner of a lost pet.

No. Pet microchips do not provide GPS tracking. They store identification information that can be accessed when scanned at a veterinary clinic or shelter.

No. Dog microchips and cat microchips are designed to last for your pet’s lifetime.

If your lost pet is brought to a veterinary clinic or shelter, staff can scan the microchip, access the registration information, and contact you directly.

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