A studies show that lost dogs and cats with microchips are more likely to be returned to their owners than pets without. That's why the Humane Society of West Michigan is stressing the importance of microchipping your pet.
Microchips are chips that encode a unique identification number to help reunite you with your lost pet. They are no bigger than a grain of rice and they are placed under your pet’s skin with a needle and syringe, not much differently than a routine vaccine. Unlike collars and ID tags, they can never break or fall-off.
For more information about how to get your pet microchipped, or for other services offered by the Humane Society of West Michigan, visit www.hswestmi.org or call them at 616-453-8900 or come in Tuesday through Friday from 12 to 7 p.m. and Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
HSWM is located at 3077 Wilson Dr. NW in Grand Rapids.
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