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June 1 marks the start of National Microchipping Month, a month-long celebration dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of microchipping our furry friends. Did you know that microchips have been around since the late 1980s and have helped reunite countless lost pets with their owners? This month is all about promoting responsible pet ownership and ensuring our beloved companions are always safe and secure. So let's celebrate this special day by spreading the word and making sure all our pets have a little extra protection in case they ever go missing.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Invention of Animal Microchips</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 1980s, microchips for pet identification were invented, which greatly improved pet recovery rates when lost.</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 Global Pet Microchip Registry</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first global pet microchip registry, PetLink, was launched in 1996 to help reunite lost pets with their owners.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recommended Standard Protocol</div><div class='timeline-text'>In 2005, The American Veterinary Medical Association recommended a standard protocol for microchip implantation to ensure compatibility and limit confusion.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Microchipping Laws Implemented</div><div class='timeline-text'>In 2010, several countries including the UK, began implementing laws requiring dogs to be microchipped as part of responsible pet ownership efforts.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Microchipping Month</div><div class='timeline-text'>Celebrate the first National Microchipping Month in June, raising awareness about the importance of this pet safety measure.</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 own pet</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If your pet is not yet microchipped, take the time to get it done during National Microchipping Month. It's a quick and easy process that will give you peace of mind knowing your pet can be easily identified if lost.</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'>Spread awareness about microchipping</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use social media or other platforms to educate others about the importance of microchipping pets. Share success stories of pets being reunited with their owners thanks to microchips, and encourage others to get their pets chipped too.</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'>Volunteer at a microchipping event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Many organizations and animal shelters offer free or discounted microchipping events during National Microchipping Month. Consider volunteering at one of these events to help more pets get chipped and ensure their safety.</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'>Host a microchipping fundraiser</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Partner with a local animal shelter or rescue organization to host a microchipping fundraiser. This can be a fun and effective way to raise money for a good cause while also promoting the importance of microchipping.</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'>Celebrate with your microchipped pet</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If your pet is already microchipped, take some time to celebrate and appreciate their safety and well-being. Maybe even treat them to a special outing or an extra cuddle session as a way to thank them for being such a beloved companion.</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'>Microchipping is one of the best ways to ensure that your pet can be safely identified and returned to you if they become lost. With a microchip, a vet or animal shelter can scan for the chip's unique ID number and contact you, saving your pet from being alone or ending up in a shelter.</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's quick and painless for pets</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The process of microchipping is simple and usually causes minimal discomfort for pets. The chip is inserted under the skin using a needle, similar to getting a vaccination. The whole process takes just a few seconds, but provides long-term protection for your furry friend!</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 encourages responsible pet ownership</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Microchipping Month raises awareness about the importance of properly identifying our pets. By microchipping your pet, you are taking responsibility for their safety and well-being, and promoting responsible pet ownership in your community.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Microchips are the size of a grain of rice</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite their important role in pet identification, microchips are extremely small - similar in size to a grain of rice. They are comfortably inserted under the skin of pets without causing significant discomfort.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Microchips don't need to be replaced over time</h3><p class='facts-content'>Microchips don't have an expiration date. Once inserted, they can last a lifetime, providing continuous identification for your pet.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Microchips are not GPS trackers</h3><p class='facts-content'>Contrary to popular belief, pet microchips are not GPS trackers and do not provide real-time locating information. They use Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), which only provides identification information when scanned with a compatible device.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Microchipped pets still need a collar and ID tag</h3><p class='facts-content'>While microchips provide a valuable level of identification protection, pets should still wear a collar and ID tag. This can enable quick identification by anyone who finds your pet, without requiring a microchip scanner.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Microchips require registration to be effective</h3><p class='facts-content'>After a microchip is implanted, owners need to register their contact details with the microchip's manufacture. If this step is missed, the chip will not aid in reuniting you with your pet, as the microchip will not contain up-to-date contact information.</p></div></div>
National Microchipping Month is celebrated on June 1 every year. In 2024 National Microchipping Month will occur on a Saturday.
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