Microchip clinic for large animals

The Deer Springs Fire Safe Council is sponsoring a Microchip Clinic for large animals (no pets). The clinic is part of the Fire Council’s Large Animal Emergency Evacuation planning. It is scheduled for Saturday, July 21, from 9 a.m. until noon.

Reservations are required so that sufficient chips can be ordered. The cost per animal is $40. Owners will also be able to have the veterinarian administer vaccines. Daniel Grove D.V.M, of Creekside Veterinary Service, will be the participating veterinarian. The clinic will be held at Creekside, at 8647 Indian Hill Rd, Escondido.

If you become separated from your animal for any reason, microchips can establish ownership. Special scanners can read the imbedded chips and then locate the owner’s registration. The tiny chip provides a permanent “inside” identification number for your animal. The number can be used for positive ID in cases of disaster, theft or loss, and at inspections, events, and when buying and selling. During the 2003 wildfires the over 3,000 large animals were evacuated countywide. Animals became lost as they were moved from location to location. It often took weeks, even months before owners were reunited with their animals.

Call soon to reserve a time slot as space is limited. Call either Rod at 760-415-3398 or Georgia at 760-855-1641.

Visit the Deer Springs Fire Safe Council’s website for more information about Large Animal Evacuation Planning. Go to http://www.deerspringsfiresafecouncil.com . It is possible to register on-line.