Free Microchip Scanning (At Events)
At Barkuterie Shop, we believe pet ownership comes with a responsibility to do everything possible to keep our furry family members safe.
Every year, millions of pets become lost in the United States, and approximately 6.5 million dogs and cats enter animal shelters nationwide. While many are reunited with their families, hundreds of thousands are never reclaimed, and some ultimately enter adoption programs, are transferred to rescue organizations (sometimes out of state), or face euthanasia due to limited shelter resources.
That's why we proudly offer free pet microchip scanning for dogs and cats at select events throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area.
Our complimentary microchip scanning service helps pet parents:
- Confirm a microchip is present and detectable
- Verify that registration information is current
- Update emergency contact information
- Ensure the microchip is registered to the correct owner
- Gain peace of mind knowing their pet has a better chance of being identified if they ever become lost
A microchip is one of the most important tools for pet recovery, but it only works if the information attached to it is accurate. Animal welfare organizations routinely encounter pets with outdated phone numbers, disconnected contact information, or microchips that were never registered at all.
Through our founder's work as Founder and President of Missouri Lost & Found Paws, we have seen firsthand how a simple microchip scan can mean the difference between a pet returning home and a pet entering the shelter system.
Accidents happen. Gates get left open. Storms, fireworks, car accidents, pet sitters, and unexpected situations can cause even the most loved pets to become lost. In fact, studies estimate that approximately 1 in 7 pet owners will experience a lost pet during a five-year period.
The good news? Identification works. Lost dogs and cats with identification and microchips are significantly more likely to be reunited with their families.
Because responsible pet ownership doesn't stop at providing food, treats, and belly rubs. It means taking proactive steps to ensure your pet can find their way home if the unthinkable happens.
Stop by and let us scan your pet's microchip.
It takes less than a minute, it's completely free, and it could make all the difference someday.
Because keeping pets safe is always in style.
