Your Dog’s details up to date?

Headspace Orange has organised a pet friendly event - Bark in the Park - to be held in the North Court Orange, from 10am – 12pm this Sunday.

During this event staff from Canobolas Family Pet Hospital will be on hand to scan your pet for a chip and update any details such as owner’s phone number and address, free of charge.

Pet owners can also pick up a voucher, which allows the recipient to book their pet in to Canobolas Family Pet Hospital, to be injected with a microchip for a price of $17, rather than $34.

Orange Mayor Reg Kidd said Council was taking a proactive approach to help keep the numbers of lost pets down.

“We’re offering this half price microchipping service because it means Orange’s furry friends can be returned home quickly and safely,” Cr Kidd said.

“Last month’s half price microchipping day was a great success because 50 pets went home with microchips.

“That means 50 pets will be able to be reunited with their families should they manage to escape the yard.”

Orange City Council’s Companion Animals Committee Chair Stephen Nugent said Orange residents should take the opportunity to come to the Northcourt, check their pet’s microchip details, for free, and listen to what Headspace has to say about the role of pets and our mental health.

“It’s commonly known pets can have a wonderful, positive impact on people’s mental health,” Cr Nugent said.

“Come on over to the Northcourt, with the family and the family dog on a leash, and stay to learn about the value of pets as therapy or service animals.”

Cr Kidd said he wanted to thank Canobolas Family Pet Hospital for its contribution to helping keep Orange’s pets safe.

“One of the best things about living in Orange is seeing local businesses going that extra mile to help our community,” Cr Kidd said.

“I’d like to congratulate Canobolas Family Pet Hospital on its commitment to making our community a better place for its residents, even those with four legs.”