A microchip is a small electronic device that is implanted under a dog’s skin, typically between the shoulder blades. It contains a unique identification number that can be used to identify the dog if it is lost or stolen. Microchipping is a safe and effective way to permanently identify your dog and increase the chances of it being returned to you if it goes missing.
There are a few ways to tell if your dog is microchipped. One way is to feel for a small bump under the skin between your dog’s shoulder blades. Another way is to take your dog to a veterinarian or animal shelter and have them scan for a microchip. Most veterinarians and animal shelters have microchip scanners that can quickly and easily read the identification number from a microchip.
