Microchipping is a safe and effective way to identify your pet in case they get lost. It involves implanting a tiny, rice-grain-sized chip under the skin between the shoulder blades. While it's often performed by a veterinarian, many pet owners have wondered if they can microchip their pet at home.

Microchipping your dog (or any pet for that matter) is one of the most important steps you can take to ensure their safe return if they ever go missing. This tiny implant, no bigger than a grain of rice, holds a unique identification number that can be scanned by animal shelters and Vets, reuniting you with your special pet.