Microchipping in Jackson, MI
Welcome to Arbor Hills Veterinary Clinic, where Dr. Miller and our team offer quick, safe microchipping for dogs and cats in Jackson, MI to help lost pets find their way home.
Understanding Microchipping
Every year, thousands of pets go missing. Not knowing where your pet is or how to bring them back can be a helpless feeling.
A microchip is a tiny electronic chip in a glass cylinder about the size of a grain of rice. It holds an ID number that a scanner can read, which links to your contact information in a microchip registry. Source: AAHA
What to Expect During Microchipping
Microchipping is a simple, safe and fast procedure.
Any Visit Works
Microchipping can be done at a routine visit, and many owners choose to have it done during a spay or neuter while their pet is already asleep.
Placing the Chip
The chip is placed under the skin between the shoulder blades with a needle, much like a vaccine. The AAHA notes it takes only a few seconds and doesn’t require sedation or anesthesia. Source: AAHA
Your Pet’s ID Number
Once the chip is in place, you’ll have its ID number for your records. Keep it with your pet’s vaccination records.
Registering the Chip
The chip itself only stores an ID number; your phone number and address live in the registry. Register the chip and update the registry whenever you move or change numbers. Source: AAHA
Why Microchipping is Important for Your Pet
Collars and tags can fall off. A microchip stays with your pet and gives shelters and veterinary clinics a way to reach you.
Bringing Lost Pets Home
The microchip is registered with your pet’s information and can be scanned by any veterinarian or animal shelter so they can return your pet directly to you.
Works Alongside ID Tags
Microchips are identification devices, not GPS trackers. They only work when a shelter or veterinary clinic scans your pet and contacts the registry, so a collar with ID tags is still a good idea. Source: AAHA
Peace of Mind
Save yourself the heartache and stress of a lost pet. Microchips bring pets home.
Signs Your Pet May Need a Microchip
Consider microchipping if:
- You have a new puppy, kitten or newly adopted pet
- Your pet has never been microchipped
- You’re not sure whether your pet has a chip or if it’s registered
- Your pet spends time outdoors or likes to slip out the door
- You’re moving or traveling with your pet
If you’re not sure whether your pet has a chip, ask us to scan for one at your next visit.
When Should Your Pet Be Microchipped?
Your pet needs only one microchip. Any routine visit can work, and many owners choose to have it done during a spay or neuter visit while their pet is already asleep. After that, just keep your registry information up to date.
Practice Highlights
Arbor Hills Veterinary Clinic is dedicated to proactive, compassionate care for every pet. Here’s what sets us apart:
- Quick, gentle microchipping at any routine visit
- Fear Free certified veterinarian, Dr. Laura Miller
- Clear communication and client education at every step
- Treatment plans made with you, with cost in mind
- Care kept local, with specialist referrals only when truly needed
- ADA-accessible facility with convenient parking
- Serving Jackson and surrounding communities
Schedule Your Pet's Microchipping Appointment Today
Give your pet a better chance of coming home if they’re ever lost. Call us at (517) 750-3838 or visit us at 4110 Spring Arbor Rd, Jackson, MI 49201-9306, near the M-60 and Spring Arbor Rd intersection. Our Jackson clinic is open Monday through Friday from 8am to 5:30pm.
Common questions about Microchipping
Still wondering about something? Give us a call and we'll talk it through.
What is a microchip and why is it important?
A microchip is a tiny chip about the size of a grain of rice that holds an ID number linked to your contact information in a registry. If your pet is lost, a shelter or veterinary clinic can scan it and contact you. Source: AAHA
How much does microchipping cost and how long does it take?
The AAHA notes that placing a microchip takes only a few seconds. Source: AAHA The cost depends on whether it’s done on its own or during another procedure. We accept cash, check, all credit cards, debit, text to pay and tap to pay, as well as CareCredit and pet insurance plans including Nationwide, Lemonade and Pumpkin. For an estimate, call (517) 750-3838.
Does microchipping hurt, and how should I prepare my pet?
It’s placed under the skin with a needle, much like a vaccine, and doesn’t require sedation or anesthesia, though many pets get one while already under anesthesia for another procedure. No special preparation is needed. Afterward, register the chip right away. Source: AAHA
Can a microchip track my pet’s location?
No. Microchips are identification devices, not GPS trackers. They only work when a shelter or veterinary clinic scans your pet and contacts the registry, so keep your contact information current and use a collar with ID tags too. Source: AAHA
How do I schedule microchipping and what are your hours?
To schedule microchipping for your pet, call (517) 750-3838 or visit us at 4110 Spring Arbor Rd, Jackson, MI 49201-9306. We’re open Monday through Friday from 8am to 5:30pm.
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