Keep Your Pet Safe with Convenient Pop-Up Vet Care

Your dog slips out the front door when a package arrives, or your indoor cat dashes through an open window. Even the most careful pet parents know that accidents happen fast. In those moments, a collar can come off and a tag can fade, but a microchip can speak for your pet when you cannot.

Many families want to keep their pets safe and healthy but run into the same barriers: limited time, tight budgets, and pets who get nervous in traditional vet clinics. That is where Good Neighbor Vet comes in. Instead of asking you to rearrange your life to fit in a vet visit, we bring affordable preventive care directly into your neighborhood.

Through our pop-up clinics across Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, Good Neighbor Vet offers wellness exams, vaccinations, parasite prevention, heartworm testing, and microchipping in short, 1.5-hour clinics hosted at local community businesses. You get licensed veterinarians, transparent pricing, and essential preventive care without the stress of a full-day clinic visit.

Featured Service: Microchipping That Helps Lost Pets Get Home

What Microchipping Is and How It Works

Microchipping is one of the simplest and most effective ways to help a lost pet find their way back to you. During a Good Neighbor Vet pop-up clinic, a licensed veterinarian or trained veterinary professional places a tiny microchip, about the size of a grain of rice, just under the skin between your pet’s shoulder blades using a quick injection.

The microchip itself does not have a battery or GPS. Instead, it holds a unique identification number. When a shelter or veterinary clinic scans your pet, that ID number appears on the scanner. They can then contact the microchip registry, which uses your up-to-date contact information to reach you.

The process is fast, does not require anesthesia, and is similar in sensation to a routine vaccination. Most pets tolerate it very well, especially when it is done in a calm, low-key environment like our neighborhood pop-up clinics.

What Is Included When You Microchip at a Pop-Up Clinic

At a Good Neighbor Vet pop-up clinic, microchipping is more than a quick injection. It is part of a preventive care visit designed to support your pet’s long-term health. Your microchipping service typically includes:

• A brief check of your pet’s overall condition before the procedure
• Placement of an ISO-standard microchip by a veterinary professional
• Guidance on registering and keeping your contact information current
• Time to ask questions about recovery, safety, and next steps

Many families combine microchipping with other preventive services at the same visit, such as vaccinations or a wellness exam, to make the most of their trip. Our vaccination packages are designed to be budget-friendly and easy to understand.

Why Microchipping Matters for Every Pet

Even indoor-only pets benefit from microchipping. Natural disasters, construction noise, visitors, or a broken screen can turn a calm day into a missing-pet search. Microchipping gives your pet a permanent form of identification that cannot fall off, be removed, or wear out.

Benefits of microchipping your dog or cat include:

• Higher chance of reunion: Microchipped pets are significantly more likely to be returned to their families when found by a shelter or clinic.
• Permanent ID: Collars and tags are important but can be lost or damaged. A microchip stays with your pet for life.
• Proof of ownership: A registered chip helps verify that you are your pet’s legal guardian.
• Peace of mind: You know that if the unexpected happens, your pet has a reliable way to be identified.

The microchip does not change your pet’s behavior, cannot track your location, and is safe for both dogs and cats of all sizes. It is a one-time procedure that can protect your pet for years to come.

Common Questions About Microchipping at Pop-Up Clinics

Does microchipping hurt? The procedure uses a needle slightly larger than a typical vaccine. Most pets react briefly, if at all, and then move on with their day. It is over in seconds.

Is it safe? Microchips have been used in pets for many years and are considered very safe. Complications are rare. If you have a specific concern, our veterinary team is happy to talk it through with you at the clinic.

How long does it take? The actual microchip placement is quick, but we also make time to answer your questions and review important preventive care options. Our pop-up clinics run for 1.5 hours at each location, and visits are designed to be efficient and low-stress.

Will you remind me about other care my pet needs? Yes. While we focus on preventive care, our veterinarians can recommend appropriate services, such as routine wellness examinations, heartworm testing, and parasite prevention. If your pet needs advanced diagnostics or treatment, we will refer you to a trusted full-service clinic.

Why Choose a Good Neighbor Vet Pop-Up Clinic?

Pop-up clinics offer many of the same preventive services as a traditional veterinary visit, with added convenience and a more relaxed setting. For many pets, waiting in a busy lobby can be stressful. Our clinics are hosted at familiar neighborhood locations like feed stores and community retailers, which often feel calmer and more open than a standard clinic lobby.

For busy pet parents, pop-up clinics make it easier to stay on top of care like microchipping, vaccinations, and wellness checks. You can stop by while running errands, often right in your own neighborhood, without long wait times. Our pricing is transparent and designed to keep preventive care accessible, which helps you plan and budget for your pet’s needs.

Every Good Neighbor Vet pop-up clinic is staffed by licensed veterinarians and trained support teams who focus on practical, preventive care. We take the time to answer your questions, review your pet’s history when available, and help you decide what services make sense today. If your pet needs something beyond the scope of a pop-up clinic, such as advanced diagnostics or ongoing treatment, we will refer you to a full-service veterinary hospital so your pet receives the right level of care.

Find Us in Your Neighborhood This Week

Good Neighbor Vet pop-up clinics are scheduled across Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. Each clinic lasts for 1.5 hours. No appointment needed; walk-ins are welcome. Arrive a little early if you can, especially if you are bringing multiple pets.

• Good Neighbor Vet Location inside Coastal Auburn (inside store on the left)
  1425 Outlet Collection Way SW, Auburn, WA 98001
  Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
  Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. (local time)
  Visit us inside the store on the left for quick preventive care and microchipping while you shop.

• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Coastal Eugene
  2200 W 6th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402
  Date: Friday, January 23, 2026
  Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (local time)
  Stop by for microchipping, vaccinations, and wellness services in a convenient West Eugene location.

• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Coastal Albany
  1355 Goldfish Farm Rd SE, Albany, OR 97322
  Date: Friday, January 23, 2026
  Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. (local time)
  Easy access for Albany and surrounding communities looking for affordable preventive pet care.

• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Bi-Mart Woodstock
  4315 SE Woodstock Blvd, Portland, OR 97206
  Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026
  Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. (local time)
  Southeast Portland pet parents can drop in for microchipping and vaccines before or after shopping.

• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Bi-Mart Falk Rd
  2601 Falk Rd, Vancouver, WA 98661
  Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026
  Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (local time)
  A convenient option for Vancouver families looking for budget-friendly preventive care.

• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Pet Evolution
  13218 39th Ave SE, Mill Creek, WA 98296
  Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026
  Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (local time)
  Visit us while you stock up on pet supplies and take care of microchipping in one easy trip.

• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Evergreen Pet Supply
  22741 NE Park Ln Ste E, Wood Village, OR 97060
  Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026
  Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. (local time)
  Serving Wood Village and East Portland with quick, walk-in preventive services.

• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Pioneer Feed Co
  21605 NE 10th Ave, Ridgefield, WA 98642
  Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026
  Time: 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. (local time)
  A great stop for Ridgefield pet owners who want local, community-based veterinary care.

• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Co-Op Supply Arlington
  121 S Olympic Ave, Arlington, WA 98223
  Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026
  Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. (local time)
  Convenient for Arlington and nearby communities seeking microchipping and vaccinations.

• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Wichita Feed
  6089 SE Johnson Creek Blvd, Portland, OR 97206
  Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026
  Time: 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. (local time)
  Stop by this Southeast Portland favorite for affordable preventive care close to home.

• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Orchards Sportsman's Warehouse
  11505 NE Fourth Plain Blvd, Vancouver, WA 98662
  Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026
  Time: 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. (local time)
  A convenient weekend option for Vancouver-area pet families.

• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Coastal Marysville
  9623 State Ave, Marysville, WA 98270
  Date: Saturday, January 25, 2026
  Time: 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. (local time)
  Perfect for Marysville pet owners who want quick, accessible microchipping and vaccines.

• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Fang! Pet & Garden Supply
  3131 N Lombard St, Portland, OR 97217
  Date: Sunday, January 25, 2026
  Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. (local time)
  A beloved North Portland spot where you can combine shopping and preventive pet care.

• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Bi-Mart Port Orchard
  1353 Olney Ave SE, Port Orchard, WA 98366
  Date: Sunday, January 25, 2026
  Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (local time)
  Serving Port Orchard families with easy, walk-in access to microchipping and vaccines.

• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Coastal Oregon City (inside store on the left)
  1900 McLoughlin Blvd SE, Oregon City, OR 97045
  Date: Sunday, January 25, 2026
  Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (local time)
  Visit inside the store on the left for fast, friendly preventive care.

• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Bi-Mart Hillsboro
  2075 SE Tualatin Valley Hwy, Hillsboro, OR 97123
  Date: Sunday, January 25, 2026
  Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. (local time)
  A convenient choice for Hillsboro-area pet owners who want affordable microchipping.

• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Coastal Gresham (inside store on the right)
  2865 SE 242nd Dr, Gresham, OR 97030
  Date: Sunday, January 25, 2026
  Time: 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (local time)
  Eastside pet parents can enjoy quick, low-stress preventive care in a familiar retail setting.

• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Bi-Mart Beaverton
  4750 SW Western Ave, Beaverton, OR 97005
  Date: Sunday, January 25, 2026
  Time: 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. (local time)
  Ideal for Beaverton families looking to combine errands with essential pet care.

• Good Neighbor Vet Location inside Coastal Auburn (inside store on the left)
  1425 Outlet Collection Way SW, Auburn, WA 98001
  Date: Sunday, January 25, 2026
  Time: 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. (local time)
  A second chance this week for Auburn pet parents to get microchipping and vaccines done.

• Good Neighbor Vet Location at Coastal Oregon City (inside store on the right)
  1900 McLoughlin Blvd SE, Oregon City, OR 97045
  Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2026
  Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. (local time)
  A weekday morning option for Oregon City pet parents who prefer a quieter time.

For the most current schedule and any last-minute changes, always check the Good Neighbor Vet website before you head out. Clinic times and locations may occasionally be updated based on weather or host location needs.

Get Ready for Your Visit

To make your pop-up clinic visit smooth and efficient, bring:

• Your pet on a secure leash or in a carrier
• Any previous vaccination records or medical history you have
• A list of medications your pet is currently taking
• Questions you would like to ask the veterinarian about preventive care

If your pet has a current health concern that may require diagnostics, imaging, or advanced treatment, our team can help you decide whether a full-service clinic visit is more appropriate. We focus on preventive care, wellness, microchipping, and urgent but straightforward needs. For situations that require more immediate or intensive support, you can review our emergency care recommendations for guidance.

Ready to protect your pet with microchipping and catch up on preventive care at a time and place that works for you? Visit one of our pop-up clinics this week, or explore additional dates and locations on our website. If you prefer to plan ahead, you can also submit an appointment request or call us at (888) 234-1350 for more information.

Good Neighbor Vet is here to make high-quality, preventive veterinary care accessible in the neighborhoods where you already live, shop, and work. We look forward to meeting you and your four-legged family members at an upcoming pop-up clinic.