My dog Buttons, as cute and loveable as she is, wouldn't be the smartest dog in the world. If she was kidnapped (dognapped?) or happened to get lost, chances are she wouldn't be able to find her way home, even if the route back was lined with chicken-flavoured treats.

Pay just €16 for pet microchipping, including a lifetime registration with FIDO from Briarhill Veterinary Clinic, Galway.

Taking the dog for a walk in the park will become much more of a, well, a walk in the park thanks to today's deal. Should the worst happen, registered microchipping gives lost pets the best chance of returning home safely by offering secure, unique and permanent identification.

Today's deal also gives you a lifetime registration with FIDO (the national database for registered pets). This is one of the most important aspects of microchipping. The unique code held on your pet's microchip will link him to your details through the FIDO database, assisting animal pounds, vets and welfare groups in order to reunite you should the worst happen.

The friendly vets at Briarhill will make sure that your pet feels comfortable during the procedure and will answer any questions that you may have.