Only animal shelters and animal hospitals have the capability to scan pet microchips. If someone not affiliated with these organizations were to somehow obtain a scanner, all they would be able to access is the microchip number. They could then look up the registry that the microchip is linked to, but they would not be able to access your personal information without your consent.

As far as we know, all shelters and animal hospitals have the capability to scan for microchips and should scan any stray animal that comes in. This helps them to reunite lost pets with their owners.

No, microchips are not GPS trackers. The primary function of a microchip is to store a unique identification number, which can be scanned by veterinarians, animal shelters, and rescue organizations to retrieve your contact information. GPS tracking technology is not currently integrated with microchipping systems.

Microchipping your cat ensures that if they are lost, they can be returned to you.

Collars and tags are useful, but they can be easily removed or lost if the pet backs out of their collar. This can happen on a walk if they get startled by a car or another animal outside. Having both a microchip and a collar with tags is a good idea to ensure the safe return of your pet if they are lost.

Microchipping your pet increases the chance of them being returned to you if they are lost and found. If your pet is picked up by someone and brought to a shelter or an animal hospital, they will be scanned, and the microchip information will be obtained. The next step is ensuring that the microchip number is registered to you. If your pet has been microchipped but not registered, the chances of them being returned to you are lower. However, if the microchip is registered to you and your pet is found and scanned, they will be returned to you.

As far as we are aware, all shelters and animal hospitals have the capability of scanning for microchips when a pet is found.

No, most microchips are not GPS trackers, and they are not capable of providing your dog's location.

If your pet is lost in any capacity, such as being let out of your yard, getting off their leash, or even stolen, your pet can be scanned by an animal hospital or a shelter. The microchip number can be recovered and tied to your information online in the database. You will be contacted and your pet will be returned to you at that point.

Yes, heartworm treatment can cure your dog. It is safest to treat your dog during the earlier stages of heartworm disease to prevent any adverse reactions. However, dogs at any stage of the disease can be effectively treated and cured.