In an effort to help lost animal companions get home sooner, Hall County Animal Services in Gainesville, Georgia, has installed public microchip scanning stations at the Hall County Animal Shelter and Laurel Park Dog Park, according to Hall County Government.
These stations will be accessible 24/7 and feature universal scanners capable of checking all major microchip brands and databases, helping identify and locate the guardians of lost animal companions in Hall County and beyond.
The scanners will also allow guardians to verify whether their animal companions’ microchips remain functional. Anyone whose animal companion has a known microchip that is no longer working can schedule an appointment at the Hall County Animal Shelter to have it replaced for just $20.
Hall County Animal Services hopes to broaden the program’s reach across the county in the future.
“We encourage all pet owners to have their animals microchipped, and yes, you can microchip just about any animal,” Hall County Animal Shelter Manager Stephanie Maloch said. “It is one of the most effective tools for reuniting lost pets with their families. Without one, it can be extremely difficult to identify an animal’s owner and increases the likelihood that the pet will enter the shelter system.”
Lady Freethinker applauds Hall County Animal Services for taking proactive steps to help reunite lost animal companions with their guardians and encourages everyone to have their furry friends microchipped.
