A chip in time saves thine
A chip in time saves thine
May 15, 2008
Section: News
BRENDAN CRABB
DOG owners in Shellharbour who do not have their pets micro-chipped are invited to attend Shellharbour City Council’s second micro-chipping day of 2008, where they can have the service provided for a reduced fee.
The service is open to residents of Shellharbour City who have a dog aged over 12 weeks that has not yet been micro-chipped.
It is compulsory for all dogs in NSW to be micro-chipped.
Council ranger supervisor Craig Nowlan said that council typically holds micro-chipping days about every three months and that each one attracts an average of 30-40 owners and their dogs.
He said this was an ideal opportunity for dog owners to help look after their pets.
“The going rate for a veterinarian to perform the micro-chipping is around $40,” he said.
“Not only is the cost reduction favourable, any pet that isn’t micro-chipped has less chance of being potentially reunited with its owner.”
The dog micro-chipping day will be held on Saturday, May 17, at Skiway Park (off the Esplanade, Oak Flats), from 9am to noon.
For more information, visit www.shellharbour.nsw.gov.au or contact Shellharbour Council on 4221 6111.