Talbot Humane Offers $1 Microchips through April

TALBOT COUNTY, Md. – Talbot Humane is offering $1 microchips throughout April, and will place special emphasis on National Pet ID Week, recognized from Apr. 17 to Apr. 23.

Pet families do not need to be Talbot County residents to participate, but they must call to schedule an appointment. Talbot Humane is urging families with pets to take simple but critical steps to protect their animals, as proper identification often determines whether a lost pet returns home.

“Our team sees firsthand how devastating it is when a pet goes missing, but we also see the incredible relief when families are reunited,” said Patty Crankshaw-Quimby, executive director of Talbot Humane. “Microchipping and keeping ID information current are small steps that make a life-saving difference.”

Studies have found dogs with microchips are twice as likely to return home, and cats are 20 times more likely to reunite with their owners. Animal shelters across the country, including Talbot Humane, scan every animal upon intake for a microchip.

Pet families can schedule a microchipping appointment by calling 410-822-0107.