Lexington County Council passes ordinance requiring all dogs to have microchip

Lexington County Council passes ordinance that requires all dogs living here to have an injected microchip

Preserving Pets’ Lives with a New Regulation

Lexington County Council has recently passed an ordinance requiring all dogs within the county lines to be inserted with an identification microchip. This resolution aims to offer a more reliable and practical method to find lost dogs’ owners by providing them a unique identification number.

Understanding the Microchipping Process

The microchip, similar to the size of a grain of rice, carries a distinct identification number. Upon scanning it into a database, the device would reveal the owner contact information. Lexington County Animal Control personnel, most veterinarians, and rescue shelters will carry these scanners, allowing them to identify lost animals swiftly. While there is a consequence for not chipping your pet at this moment, the county will not enforce this penalty for some time, allowing prudent time for residents to get accustomed and comply with the new regulation.

Replacing the Old Way with the New

Prior to this regulation, dogs within Lexington County were mandated to have an identification tag affixed to their collar. However, the functionality of these tags often posed a problem, as they could be lost easily and hence, failed to effectively address the issue of lost pets. With the laying down of the new law, Lexington County envisages reducing the number of such lost dogs and significantly slashing the count of dogs being housed in the Lexington County Animal Shelter.

Microchipping: Need of the Hour

This transition from physical identification tags to microchips symbolizes a much-needed adaptation in facilitation tasks related to lost dogs. The new ordinance reflects a more digital and technological approach that addresses the long-standing issue of lost pets, ensuring their quick and safe return to their owners.

Get Your Dogs Chipped Today

The Lexington County Animal Shelter offers a microchipping service for a minimal fee of $10.00 per pet, thus making it accessible to the community at large. For further information or queries regarding this new regulation or other pet-related ordinances, Lexington County Animal Services is always available for residents at (803) 785-8149.

Adapting to the Change

As the ordinance comes into effect, it marks a major transition for foster pet parents. The council assures to provide ample time for people to adjust and comply, reassuring residents that penalties for not chipping pets would not be enforced immediately.

With this significant move, Lexington County has embarked on a journey towards a more secure and trustworthy method of pet identification, showing a dedication to the welfare and protection of our beloved four-legged family members.

Source: HERE News Network

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