In advance of the Fourth of July, the San Diego Humane Society will offer free microchipping of animals on select days at all of its campuses.
Shelters typically see an increase in lost pets that end up at their doors on July 5, San Diego Humane officials say. Loud noises from fireworks and revelry can terrify dogs, some of which jump fences out of fear and confusion, the group notes. Licensing and microchipping helps reunite lost pets with their owners faster.
The San Diego Humane Society is offering microchipping at the following times and locations:
No appointment is necessary.
“We want to help pet owners take precautions to protect their pets on these busy holidays, which is why we’re offering free microchips so we’re able to reunite pets with their families faster,” said Jennifer Brehler, chief operating officer for the San Diego Humane Society.
Pet experts offer other tips on keeping pets safe on the Fourth of July:
The humane society utilizes a facial recognition app, Finding Rover (findingrover.com) aimed at quickly reuniting lost dogs with their owners. It recommends that people register their dog's photo at the site. The service is free.