A microchip is a radio-frequency identification transponder that carries a unique identification number and is roughly the size of a grain of rice. When the microchip is scanned by a vet or shelter, it transmits the ID number. There’s no battery, no power required, and no moving parts. The microchip is injected under the loose skin between a dog’s shoulder blades and can be done at any local veterinarian’s clinic. It’s no more invasive than a vaccination. However, the unique identifier needs to be registered with a reliable pet recovery database for it to be effective. However, there are not many reliable pet recovery databases in India presently which is why we at KAW are in the process of creating the first-ever pet recovery database in the country to ensure that all dogs who have microchips can be recovered.