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The event is part of the National RSPCA National Microchipping Month. A microchip is recommended by the RSPCA as an effective way of permanently linking pets to their owners, increasing the chances of them being reunited if the animal is lost, stolen or strays.

Microchips are no bigger than a grain of rice and are inserted into the scruff of an animal’s neck. Each microchip has a unique number, which is then entered into a national database alongside the owner’s name, address and telephone number.

A hand-held scanner, carried by RSPCA officers as well as vets and local authority dog wardens, can then read the details of the microchip if a lost or injured animal is found. More than 750,000 animals have already been microchipped in the UK. Cats, dogs and other animals from RSPCA centres are routinely microchipped prior to re-homing. A microchip is also an essential requirement for a pet passport.

It is important to remember that once you have had your pet microchipped you should register your details with the national database Petlog and keep them up to date.

For more information, you can call the Llys Nini Animal Centre staff on 01792 229435 or visit the National RSPCA's website at www.rspca.org.uk/microchipping.