PIMA COUNTY, ARIZONA -- Pima Animal Care Center is teaming up with the LovePup Foundation to hold a free pet microchip and vaccine clinic on April 23 at Kino Sports Complex, 2500 E. Ajo Way. Clinic staff will begin processing pets at 8 a.m. The clinic will run until 4 p.m. or whenever the first 400 pets have been served.
“Over and over pet owners have been asking us, ‘When is the next pet vaccine and microchip clinic?’” said Monica Dangler, Director of Animals Services. “We know how tough it can be to get appointments with vet clinics right now, so as long as we have the donations, we will continue to hold these events as often as we can.”
The LovePup Foundation is expanding into the Tucson area and will be supplying the microchips for the event through the “It’s Hip to Chip” program. LovePup saw PACC as a great partner to grow their reach, due to the work that PACC has been doing throughout the pandemic.
“Shelter prevention begins with microchipping,” said Blake Van Es, Founder of LovePup Foundation (#LovePup). “One in three dogs get lost at some point. Microchips with current information ensure your dogs get home safely and keep them out of the shelters.”
This is a first-come, first-served event for Pima County residents. Pet owners should plan to wait in line, and bring water for themselves and their pets. Dogs need to be on leashes. Cats need to be in carriers.
Services that will be offered include:
- Brief exam by licensed veterinarian
- FVRCP vaccines for cats (Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia)
- DHPP vaccines for dogs (Distemper, parvovirus, parainfluenza, and hepatitis/adenovirus)
- Rabies vaccines for cats and dogs
- Deworming for pets under six months old
- Microchip implantation
Rabies, Parvovirus and distemper in dogs, and panleukopenia in cats, are some of the most prevalent deadly diseases that are preventable with a simple vaccine.
Dr. Jennifer Wilcox, the Director of Veterinary Services, said the long days at these clinics are worth it.
“Every pet vaccinated is one that that will hopefully not end up surrendered to the shelter due to illness,” she said. “Our team is dedicated to help pet owners keep their beloved pets safe.”
Want to help a pet owner in need? Make a financial donation to PACC’s nonprofit partner, Friends of Pima Animal Care Center , who can help vaccinate and microchip pets through the Keeping Families Together (KFT) Fund.