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Pet Microchipping in Peyton, CO

Welcome to Falcon Family Vet, where our veterinary team helps pet owners in Peyton, Falcon, and the surrounding areas give their pets a permanent way home.

Understanding Pet Microchipping

Being separated from your pet is a frightening experience. Owners worry about their pet’s safety, who will find them, and how they will be reunited. ID tags can fall off or become unreadable, and pets sometimes slip out of their collars. A microchip is a long-lasting solution that can help you find your lost pet.

A small microchip is placed between your dog or cat’s shoulder blades. Other animals, including horses, ferrets, and most mammals, can be microchipped too. Each chip carries a unique identification number that can be read by a scanner, allowing a veterinary clinic or animal shelter to identify the animal’s owner.

What to Expect: Pet Microchipping at Falcon Family Vet

Microchipping is a quick, simple procedure that provides lifelong identification for your pet.

Quick Placement

The microchip is placed just under the skin between your pet’s shoulder blades, similar to a routine injection.

No Anesthesia Needed

Most pets tolerate microchipping well during a regular appointment, and it can also be done during a scheduled surgery like a spay or neuter.

Scan Verification

We scan the chip after placement to make sure it reads correctly.

Registration Guidance

We help you register the microchip with your contact information so you can be reached if your pet is found.

Why Microchipping Is Important for Your Pet

A microchip gives your pet permanent identification that cannot fall off or fade, greatly improving the chances of a happy reunion if your pet is ever lost.

Permanent Identification

Unlike collars and tags, a microchip stays with your pet for life.

Faster Reunions

Veterinary clinics and shelters can scan your pet and quickly identify you as the owner.

Peace of Mind

Knowing your pet has a reliable way home gives you confidence every day.

Signs Your Pet Should Be Microchipped

Consider microchipping if:

  • Your pet is not yet microchipped
  • You have a new puppy or kitten
  • Your pet spends time outdoors or likes to roam
  • You are moving or traveling with your pet
  • Your pet has slipped out of a collar before

If your pet isn’t microchipped yet, contact Falcon Family Vet to schedule.

How Often Should Your Pet Be Microchipped?

A microchip only needs to be placed once and lasts for your pet’s lifetime. We can scan your pet’s chip during wellness exams to make sure it is still working. Be sure to update your registration whenever your phone number or address changes.

Practice Highlights

Falcon Family Vet is proud to provide microchipping for pets in Peyton, Falcon, and the surrounding areas. Our practice stands out for:

  • Four Experienced Veterinarians Dr. Bush, Dr. Pyne, Dr. Berg, and Dr. Kris
  • Personalized Care we treat every pet as though they were our own
  • Focus on Preventive Care to keep pets healthy at every stage of life
  • Easy Communication with Vello text our team and access your pet’s health information in one place
  • Proudly Serving Falcon and Peyton and the surrounding areas
  • Convenient Weekday Hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, closed for lunch 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

Why should I microchip my pet if they wear a collar?

Collars and ID tags can come off or become unreadable. A microchip provides permanent identification that stays with your pet. Call Falcon Family Vet at (719) 828-7272 to schedule.

How much does microchipping cost and how long does it take?

Microchipping is affordable and takes just a few moments. It can be done during a regular visit or another scheduled procedure. Call (719) 828-7272 for pricing.

How should I prepare my pet for microchipping and what aftercare is needed?

No special preparation is needed. Most pets need no aftercare beyond keeping an eye on the site for a day or two. Remember to register the chip with your contact information. Call (719) 828-7272 with questions.

How does a microchip help reunite me with my pet?

Each microchip has a unique ID number. When a veterinary clinic or animal shelter scans the chip, they can use that number to identify and contact the owner.

How do I schedule a microchipping appointment and what are your hours?

To schedule a microchipping appointment, call Falcon Family Vet at (719) 828-7272 or visit us at 10634 Maltese Point, Suite 100, Peyton, CO 80831. Our hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, and we close for lunch from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM. We are closed on Saturday and Sunday.

Schedule Your Pet’s Microchipping Appointment Today

Give your pet a permanent way home. Call us at (719) 828-7272 to schedule a microchipping appointment. Visit us at 10634 Maltese Point, Suite 100, Peyton, CO 80831. We are open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, and we close for lunch from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM. Our team is happy to answer any questions about microchipping.