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Mark your calendars for August 15 because it's time to celebrate Check the Chip Day! This day was created by the American Veterinary Medical Association to raise awareness about microchipping pets. Microchips are tiny electronic devices implanted under a pet's skin that can help identify them if they ever get lost. So not only is this day a great reminder to check and update your pet's microchip information, but it also serves as a celebration of our furry friends and the special bond we share with them. Let's give our pets some extra love and attention on this special day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1985</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Pet Microchip Patent</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first pet identification microchip is patented, marking the beginning of the widespread use of this technology in pet identification.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1996</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Dog Microchipped</div><div class='timeline-text'>A dog named 'Dog' becomes the first dog to be microchipped in the UK, paving the way for widespread use globally.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2001</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Standardization of Microchips</div><div class='timeline-text'>Standardization of microchip technology begins worldwide, ensuring universal readability of microchips regardless of manufacturer.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Mandatory Microchipping in UK</div><div class='timeline-text'>The UK announces that all dogs must be microchipped from 2016, significantly promoting the adoption of this technology in pet care.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Check the Chip Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The American Veterinary Medical Association and the American Animal Hospital Association come together to establish "Check the Chip Day".</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Microchip your pet</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take your pet to the vet and get them microchipped on Check the Chip Day! This small, painless procedure can greatly increase the chances of being reunited with a lost pet.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Have a pet ID tag making party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends and their pets and have a pet ID tag making party! Provide materials for everyone to make their own personalized tags for their furry friends.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate others about microchipping</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spread awareness about the importance of microchipping by organizing a presentation or informational booth at a local pet store or event. Help others understand the benefits of this simple but crucial process.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Throw a microchip party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Host a party for your pet and their microchipped friends! Have treats and toys for the pets to enjoy while you and their owners can mingle and share stories about how microchipping has helped reunite lost pets.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer at a local animal shelter</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spend Check the Chip Day giving back by volunteering at a local animal shelter. Help scan and update microchip information for pets in need of forever homes, and spread awareness about microchipping to potential adopters.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It helps reunite lost pets with their owners</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Check the Chip Day is all about making sure your pet's microchip information is up to date. This tiny device can make a world of difference if your pet ever gets lost. By keeping the information current, you increase the chances of being reunited with your furry friend.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes responsible pet ownership</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Taking care of a pet involves more than just feeding and playing with them. Check the Chip Day reminds pet owners of the importance of having proper identification for their animals, whether it's through a microchip or collar with tags. It also encourages people to get their pets microchipped if they haven't already.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It raises awareness about the benefits of microchipping</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Some people may not be aware of what a microchip is or how it works. Check the Chip Day sheds light on the effectiveness of microchipping in locating lost pets. It also emphasizes the importance of keeping this information updated to ensure a happy reunion with your pet.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Microchips are not a GPS tracker.</h3><p class='facts-text'>Many people often mistake microchips for a GPS tracking device, but in reality, it does not provide real-time location updates. It only provides the owner's contact info when scanned by a microchip reader.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Microchipping is quick and virtually painless.</h3><p class='facts-text'>The chip, about the size of a grain of rice, is inserted just beneath the pet's skin between their shoulder blades using a hypodermic needle. The process takes only a few seconds and is akin to getting a routine vaccination.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Not all microchips are created equally.</h3><p class='facts-text'>Microchips operate at different frequencies - 125 kHz (standard for U.S.), 128 kHz, and 134.2 kHz (international standard). Not all readers detect all chips. However, universal (forward and backward reading) scanners are becoming more common.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Microchips last a lifetime.</h3><p class='facts-text'>The microchip is designed to last for the estimated lifespan of a pet, approximately 25 years. It requires no power source or maintenance.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Microchips can migrate.</h3><p class='facts-text'>Though it's rare, there have been cases of microchips migrating from the spot where they were originally implanted. This suggests that pets should be scanned in multiple areas, not only between the shoulder blades, to ensure a chip isn't missed.</p></div></div>
Check the Chip Day is celebrated on August 15 every year. In 2024 Check the Chip Day will occur on a Thursday.
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