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A dog microchip is a small, electronic device that is implanted under your dog’s skin, typically between the shoulder blades. The microchip is about the size of a grain of rice and contains a unique identification number that can be read using a special scanner.
The microchip is inserted using a hypodermic needle and is a quick and relatively painless procedure that can be done by your veterinarian. Once the microchip is implanted, your dog’s information, including their name, age, and contact information, is registered in a national database.
The benefits of microchipping your dog include:
- Easy identification: If your dog gets lost or is stolen, a microchip can provide a reliable way for someone to identify your dog and contact you to reunite you with your pet.
- Increased chance of recovery: According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, dogs that are microchipped are more than twice as likely to be reunited with their owners compared to those without a microchip.
- Lifelong identification: Unlike collars and tags, which can fall off or be removed, a microchip provides permanent identification for your dog.
- International travel: If you plan to travel internationally with your dog, a microchip may be required for entry into certain countries.
It’s important to keep your contact information up-to-date in the microchip database to ensure that you can be contacted if your dog is found. If you move or change your phone number, be sure to update your information in the database. Additionally, it’s a good idea to have your dog wear a collar with identification tags in addition to being microchipped for added security.
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