August 15th is Check the Chip Day. Is your cat Microchipped? Is their microchip up to date? Microchipping is a permanent form of identification that could help reunite you and your cat if they were to ever get lost. Less than 2% of lost cats that enter an animal shelter are reunited with their families. But, when those lost cats have a microchip, the rate increases to 38%! Check out more stats about microchipped pets.
One of the top reasons why pet owners don’t take their cat to the vet is because they claim it wasn’t injured or sick. Just because a cat does not appear to have any issues, doesn’t mean they are in good health. Cats instinctively hide their illnesses and injuries. There are many benefits when it comes to taking your cat in for their annual wellness exam. Here are a few that are extra crucial:
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