Microchipping for Dogs & Cats
A Simple Step Toward a Safer Future
One of the most stressful experiences a pet parent can face is a missing cat or dog. Pets can slip out through an open door, run off on vacation, or become frightened and bolt from a noisy environment. At Eden Animal Hospital in San Clemente, Dr. Kerolos and our team offer microchipping—a safe, fast, and permanent way to give your pet the best chance of returning home.
Why Microchipping Matters
More than 10 million dogs and cats are lost or stolen in the U.S. each year, and 1 in 3 pets will go missing at some point in their lifetime.
But there’s good news:
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Only 22% of lost dogs without microchips are reunited with their owners
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With a microchip, that number jumps to 52%
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For cats, the difference is even greater: less than 2% return home without a chip—but 38% do with one
How Microchipping Works
At Eden Animal Hospital, microchipping is quick, painless, and performed during a regular office visit.
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A tiny chip (about the size of a grain of rice) is implanted just under the skin, usually between your pet’s shoulder blades
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The chip contains a unique ID number linked to your contact information in a national registry
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If your pet is ever found and scanned by a vet or shelter, you can be contacted immediately
🛑 Important: Be sure to keep your contact info up to date with the microchip registry!
Benefits of Microchipping
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Permanent identification that lasts a lifetime
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Can’t fall off like collars and tags
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Recognized and scannable by veterinarians, shelters, and animal control nationwide
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Fast and non-surgical, like getting a vaccine—no anesthesia required
Give Your Pet a Better Chance to Get Home
