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National Microchipping Month: Why Microchipping Matters

Published June 4, 2025
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Every June, pet lovers and animal advocates come together to raise awareness during National Microchipping Month — a timely reminder of the importance of microchipping our furry companions. While collars and ID tags are helpful, they can break or fall off. A microchip is a reliable, permanent form of identification that greatly increases the chance of being reunited with a lost pet. 

If you haven’t microchipped your pet yet, or if you’ve been meaning to update your pet’s information, now’s the perfect time to take action. 

What Is a Pet Microchip? 

A microchip is a tiny, rice-sized device implanted under your pet’s skin, typically between the shoulder blades. It contains a unique ID number that can be scanned by veterinarians, shelters, and animal control agencies. That number links to your contact information in a pet recovery database — making it much easier for lost pets to find their way back home. 

It’s a simple, safe, and relatively inexpensive procedure that can make a life-saving difference. 

Why Microchipping Matters 

According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

  • Dogs with microchips are more than twice as likely to be returned home
  • Cats with microchips are more than 20 times as likely to be reunited with their owners compared to those without. 

Pets can get lost in a heartbeat — an open gate, a loud noise, or a distracted moment — and microchipping provides an extra, crucial safety net. 

The Benefits of HomeAgain Microchip Service

When it comes to choosing a microchipping service, there are many options, but HomeAgain stands out for its comprehensive support and nationwide network. Here’s why pet parents trust HomeAgain: 

  • 24/7 Lost Pet Recovery Hotline: A dedicated, round-the-clock service staffed by recovery specialists to help you immediately if your pet goes missing. 
  • National Pet Recovery Database: HomeAgain maintains a robust, up-to-date database that makes it easy for animal shelters and vet clinics across the country to access your pet’s information when a lost animal is found. 
  • Proactive Alerts: If your pet goes missing, HomeAgain sends out alerts to local veterinary offices, shelters, and pet lovers within a 25-mile radius. 
  • Travel Assistance for Found Pets: If your pet is located far from home, HomeAgain offers financial assistance for travel back to you. 
  • Medical Hotline Access: As a bonus, HomeAgain members can contact a 24/7 vet helpline for non-emergency concerns, offering extra peace of mind. 

How to Get Started

If your pet isn’t microchipped yet: 

  • Schedule an appointment with your veterinarian. 
  • Register your microchip number with HomeAgain’s national pet recovery database. 
  • Keep your contact details updated — a microchip is only as good as the information attached to it. 

Already have a chip? June is the perfect time to confirm your pet’s registration details are current. You can register any chip with HomeAgain! 

Protect What Matters Most

Our pets are family, and National Microchipping Month reminds us of the simple, effective steps we can take to keep them safe. A microchip might be tiny, but it holds the power to bring families back together. And with services like HomeAgain, you gain not just a chip, but a reliable support network ready to help when you need it most. 

Let’s spread the word, schedule those microchip appointments, and give our pets one more layer of love and protection. 

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