Pet Microchipping in York, ME
A lost pet can be a family’s worst fear. Microchipping is a simple, permanent way to improve the chances of a safe reunion if your dog or cat ever becomes lost. At Village Veterinary Clinic, our team provides quick, safe microchip implantation to give owners peace of mind and pets an added layer of protection.
Microchips: A Permanent ID for Pets
A microchip is a tiny device, about the size of a grain of rice, that is implanted just beneath your pet’s skin between the shoulder blades. Each chip carries a unique identification number that is registered in a national database with your contact information.
If your pet is found and scanned by a veterinary clinic, shelter, or animal control officer, the microchip instantly links back to you — making reunions faster and more reliable than collars or tags alone, which can be lost or removed.
How Microchips Help Reunite Families
Millions of pets are lost or stolen each year, and many never make it back to their families. Microchipping dramatically increases the likelihood of reunion. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, dogs with microchips are more than twice as likely to be returned to their owners, while cats are reunited at a rate 20 times higher than those without microchips.
Unlike collars and ID tags, a microchip is permanent, tamper-proof, and effective for the lifetime of your pet. It provides security and peace of mind for families across York, ME, and beyond.
Our Approach to Pet Microchipping
At Village Veterinary Clinic, microchipping is performed with care and precision to keep pets comfortable. The process is:
- Quick – Takes only seconds to complete.
- Safe and simple – No anesthesia required.
- Convenient – Can be done during a routine wellness visit or alongside other services such as spay, neuter, or vaccination.
- Supported – Our team assists with registering your pet’s microchip and ensuring contact information stays current.
This approach ensures the microchip system works effectively should your pet ever become lost.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is microchipping painful for pets?
No. Implanting a microchip feels similar to a routine vaccine injection. Most pets don’t even notice it.
How long does a microchip last?
A pet microchip is designed to last for your pet’s lifetime and does not need replacement.
Does a microchip track my pet’s location?
No. A microchip is not a GPS device. It provides identification only when scanned by a veterinary clinic, animal shelter, or animal control agency.
Do I need to register my pet’s microchip?
Yes. Registration is what connects the chip’s ID number to your contact information. Our team will help ensure your pet’s microchip is properly registered.
Can all veterinary clinics and shelters scan for microchips?
Yes. Most clinics, shelters, and animal control officers are equipped with universal scanners that can read microchips.
Lifelong Identification for Lasting Security
A microchip is one of the most reliable ways to protect pets if they ever become lost, ensuring they can be identified and reunited with their families quickly. At Village Veterinary Clinic, our team provides safe, professional microchipping for dogs and cats as part of comprehensive preventive care. By pairing veterinary expertise with ongoing support for registration and records, we give local families peace of mind knowing their pets carry permanent identification wherever life takes them.