Overview

• Chicago Animal Care and Control has installed a free, weatherproof microchip scanning station outside its Western Ave shelter, operational 24/7.
• The station allows anyone to scan a pet's microchip, record the ID, and contact the microchip registry to reconnect lost pets with their owners.
• This initiative is designed to expedite reunifications and prevent unnecessary shelter intake, addressing overcrowding concerns.
• The project was funded by Friends of Chicago Animal Care and Control, reflecting community support for animal welfare efforts.
• Multilingual instructions are provided at the station, enhancing accessibility and public awareness of microchip technology for pet identification.