Microchipping

Few things are more heartbreaking than seeing a lost pet poster, knowing that each passing day makes it harder to reunite a family. Out of the 10 million pets lost every year, nearly 90 percent of those reunited with their owners owe their safe return to some form of permanent identification.

That’s why Brewster Veterinary Hospital uses the HomeAgain microchip system and encourages microchipping as an essential part of responsible pet ownership. A microchip provides your pet with a unique identification number that links directly to your contact information, ensuring that if they’re ever lost, they can be found again.

How Microchipping Works

Microchipping is a simple and quick procedure, taking just ten seconds to implant a tiny chip under your pet’s skin. Unlike collars, which can be easily lost or removed, a microchip is a permanent form of identification.

Any animal shelter, animal control officer, or veterinary hospital can scan the chip to access your contact information, making it easier to reunite you with your pet. Plus, you can update your contact details at any time, ensuring your information is always current—even if you move or change phone numbers.

More Than Just a Microchip

The HomeAgain system goes beyond identification by offering a suite of valuable services to pet owners, including:

  • National Pet Recovery Database: A vast network to help locate lost pets.
  • Lost Pet Specialists: Experts who guide you through the recovery process.
  • Rapid Lost Pet Alerts: Notifications sent to veterinarians and shelters in your area.
  • Lost Pet Medical Insurance: Coverage for certain medical expenses related to a lost pet’s recovery.
  • Travel Assistance: Support for pets found far from home.

Peace of Mind for a Lifetime

With just a few moments and a microchip, you can eliminate the fear and uncertainty of losing your pet. At Brewster Veterinary Hospital, we believe microchipping is an invaluable tool for every pet owner—because every pet deserves to find their way back home.