YNP #082: Let’s Update Your Dog’s Microchip

A microchip is a tiny device that is placed below your pet's skin.  It has a unique 15 digit code that you register along with your contact information.  This way if your pet ever gets lost, shelters, veterinarians, police stations, and others can scan the microchip and access your contact info and help return your pet to you.  Think of it like a tag that can't get lost or fall off.  Microchipping your dog is a pretty standard and safe practice nowadays.  Most breeders and rescues automatically chip their dogs before sending them to their forever homes.  In certain place like the UK, Canada, and some cities within the US require your dog to be microchipped.  That is how effective it is at keeping dogs (and cats!!) out of shelters.Unfortunately, one problem persists.  It is extremely common for a lost pet to stay lost simply because the microchip information is out of date or not registered in the first place.That is exactly what we're going to prevent happening to you and your pets! I'm going to walk you through everything you need to know to make sure your dog's microchip is registered and up to date even if your unsure if your dog has one or what the number is. In this episode I talk about:* Why you should microchip your dog.* How to figure out if your dog is microchipped.* Where to go to find the number (or get your dog microchipped). * How to register or update your information.* Where to go if you don't know where or if the microchip is registered. Press play and enjoy!Other resources mentioned and related to this episode:Animal Humane Society: List of websites where you can register your pet's microchipMicrochip Registry Look Up (www.petmicrochiplookup.org): A registry where you can find where your microchip is registered.Playtime Paws Academy:  A digital membership for dog and humans no matter where you are in your training journey.