How To Track A Dog That Is Microchipped
Introduction
Microchipping, or implanting a tiny chip under the skin of your pet, is one of the most effective ways to increase your chances of being reunited with your dog if she gets lost. Tracking a microchipped dog is much easier than tracking an unidentifiable dog because each chip has a unique code that can be traced back to the owner.
In this article we’ll outline how microchips work and how you can get in touch with the company that made it if you find your dog has gone missing.
Microchips are inserted under the skin of a dog, usually at the base of her neck.
Microchips are inserted under the skin of a dog, usually at the base of her neck. The procedure is quick and painless for your pup, and most dogs won’t even notice once it’s done—it’s just like getting a vaccination shot!
Depending on where you live and who does your pet’s microchipping, there are several different places that you can have your dog implanted with a microchip. These include:
- Between their shoulder blades
- Under their skin (like they would have a tattoo)
- In their back or lower neck
Many veterinary practices and animal shelters will microchip dogs.
Microchips are tiny, permanent devices that can be inserted under your dog’s skin. They contain a unique identification number that allows them to be tracked down if they’re lost or stolen. The National Animal Identification System (NAIS) is an organization that tracks microchip information and makes it available online.[1]
Many veterinary practices and animal shelters will insert microchips into dogs who will be staying there for more than 24 hours before being adopted out. If you have a dog with behavioral problems or one who has been prone to wandering away from home, it’s also wise to consider getting him microchipped so that you’ll have an easier time tracking him down if he gets lost.[2][3] If your pet travels often, whether by car or plane, having him chipped will help ensure he doesn’t get lost when he’s away from home.[4][5]
Each microchip contains a unique code that can be read by a scanning device.
Each microchip contains a unique code that can be read by a scanning device. The frequency of this number is about the same as that of your cell phone, so you don’t need to worry about it interfering with any other devices or equipment in the area. Microchips are small radio frequency identification chips that are inserted into your dog’s skin between the shoulder blades. They’re about the size of a grain of rice and stay underneath your dog’s skin for life, but they help track down lost pets when they escape from home or an animal shelter.
A veterinarian will insert the microchip under your pet’s skin during surgery, where it stays embedded until found by another scanner in order to be recognized as yours again!
When a dog is scanned, a code appears on the device’s screen.
When a dog is scanned, a code appears on the device’s screen. It’s an alphanumeric number that’s unique to each microchip. The code usually consists of 16 digits, and it’s usually in the format of a number and a letter.
The microchip company then looks up who owns that chip’s unique code.
- The microchip company then looks up who owns that chip’s unique code.
- If there is a match, they call the owner and let them know their dog has been found.
- If no one answers, they may try repeatedly until someone does answer or leave a message asking for contact information.
- If it’s a weekend, or if you are on vacation, the microchip company might not be able to reach you right away—it could take several days before they are able to make contact with you.
If your dog is lost and microchipped (or if you plan on getting him chipped), make sure that someone else has access to your contact information so that if he ever gets lost again, they can get in touch with you quickly!
If the owner listed in their database has reported the dog lost or stolen, they will provide their contact information to the person who found your dog.
If the owner listed in their database has reported the dog lost or stolen, they will provide their contact information to the person who found your dog. The microchip company then contacts the owner and asks them if they would like to have their pet returned. If so, you must pay for a new scan of your pet’s chip and then wait for it to be re-registered with your information. You should also check with local shelters as well as social media sites such as Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace regularly in case someone is trying to sell your dog without knowing that it has been implanted with a microchip.
If you have not yet registered that microchip number with your information, they may try to contact the breeder or rescue organization who implanted the chip, if you have those records available.
If you have not yet registered that microchip number with your information, they may try to contact the breeder or rescue organization who implanted the chip, if you have those records available. If you don’t, they may try to contact the vet who implanted the chip. If you don’t have either of these records either, they may contact the shelter where you adopted your dog.
If none of these options pan out and neither party can be contacted in a reasonable amount of time (which is usually 48 hours), then unfortunately your dog will probably be considered lost forever and they won’t bother searching any further on their end because there’s no way for them to know what happened unless someone else finds him first or he returns home on his own accord!
Dogs that are microchipped are easier to identify than unidentifiable dogs and can be returned home more easily
- Microchips are permanent, meaning they will remain intact throughout your pet’s lifetime.
- They can be read by a scanner, which makes them easier to identify than dogs that are not microchipped.
- The chip is not affected by the weather or chemicals in a dog’s body or skin.
Conclusion
In conclusion, microchips provide a proven way for you to find your lost pet. While they’re not 100% guaranteed to work, microchip scanners are becoming more common in veterinary offices and animal shelters across the country. If you have not yet had your dog microchipped, we highly recommend it as soon as possible!