The San Diego Humane Society will offer free microchipping of pets brought into its four shelter locations with an appointment during the month of October.
SAN DIEGO - The San Diego Humane Society will offer free microchipping of pets brought into its four shelter locations with an appointment during the month of October, officials announced Tuesday.
A microchip, which is about the size of a grain of rice, is injected beneath the surface of the pet's skin between the shoulder blades to provide a permanent form of identification should they get lost amidst crowds of trick-or- treaters. The process is similar to a routine shot, taking only a few seconds, and no anesthetic is required.
"In addition to having your pets wear a collar with a tag displaying your contact information, a microchip provides permanent, secure protection," a statement from SDHS reads."If your pet is found, they can be taken to a veterinarian or shelter -- and sometimes even a local fire station or library -- where they can be easily scanned and you will be contacted."
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