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Our Hours: Monday 8:30am - 4:00pm Tuesday 9:00am - 6:00pm Wednesday 9:00am - 8:00pm Thursday 9:00am - 6:00pm Friday 9:00am - 6:00pm Alternate Saturdays 9:00am - 12:00pm If this is an emergency, please call the office at 978-948-2118. The greatest compliment you can give us is a review! Follow a link below to let others know how you feel about us:
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Welcome to Rowley Animal Hospital
May is Chip Your Pet Month!
Let's talk about the importance of microchipping your cat or dog. A small chip, about the size of a grain of cooked rice, can be the difference between having your lost pet return home or losing them forever. Even if your pet is entirely indoors, or never go outside without you or a leash, certain circumstances can lead to their escape. What if a child or visitor opens the door at the wrong time? What if you're in a car accident and they flee the scene? What if they slip their collar during a walk and chase that squirrel into the woods? Microchipping is a simple procedure done in ~5 minutes at a veterinary office that can give lifelong peace of mind.
What is a microchip, anyway? The chip is a small identifying circuit implanted via needle under your pet's skin between their shoulder blades. If your dog or cat is lost then found, this identification number can be linked to your information in a database. Will it hurt? A microchip is implanted during a simple office visit, using a needle about the same size as your pet's annual vaccines. It's just a small pinch, and takes less than a minute. Are microchips safe? Microchip technology is designed to prevent allergic reactions by using a biocompatible substance to encase the chip. The chips are also designed to be anti-migrating, unlike some of their ancestor technology. Once the chip is implanted, it will stay in place and won't degrade over time. Plus, the risk of losing your pet forever is much higher than the risk of microchipping them. Who scans for microchips? Nearly all animal hospitals and shelters have universal scanners – meaning any type of chip can be read by any scanner. 
Already have a microchip? Good for you! Is your information up to date?
Interested? Give us a call today for more information or to set up an appointment. Implanting a microchip is quick and affordable, and gives your pet the best chance of finding their way home. |
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Located conveniently off of I-95, Route 133, and Route 1 Rowley Animal Hospital 46 Leslie Road Rowley, MA 01969 (978) 948-2118 |
