Denver Animal Shelter is currently offering free microchipping for cats throughout July, aiming to help owners locate their lost pets more easily. Cats, known for their dislike of collars and skill in hiding, often pose challenges when they go missing.
Here’s how it works: Bring your cat in a carrier to the Denver Animal Shelter at 1241 W. Bayoud Ave. by the end of July to receive the free microchip. Normally priced at $20, this service implants a tiny chip, about the size of a grain of rice, under your cat’s skin using a hypodermic needle. This chip contains your contact information and serves as crucial proof of ownership if your pet is stolen.
The importance of microchipping is underscored by statistics: Only 2 percent of lost cats without microchips find their way back to their families when taken to shelters, according to the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association. With a microchip, shelter staff can immediately contact owners, significantly increasing the chances of reuniting lost cats with their families.
In addition to the free microchipping offer, Denver Animal Shelter is running the Hot Dogs, Cool Cats special, where dogs and cats over one year old can be adopted for just $50. A variety of breeds and domestic cat types, including Russian Blue, are available for adoption, awaiting loving homes.
For anyone concerned about their cat’s safety and the potential for them getting lost, taking advantage of this free microchipping offer at Denver Animal Shelter could prove invaluable in ensuring their quick return if lost.
