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North Georgia county installs microchip scanners to help reunite lost pets with owners
By Sam Sachs at WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· June 28, 2026
· 2 min read
The Hall County Animal Shelter and Laurel Park Dog Park now have a new tool for pet owners and lost pets to get reunited.Hall County Animal Services announced that public microchip scanning stations had been installed at the shelter and dog park to help get families find lost pets faster, even if...
Key takeaway The scanning stations also let pet owners make appointments to have a new chip inserted at Hall County Animal Shelter for $20.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The installation of microchip scanners at the Hall County Animal Shelter and Laurel Park Dog Park is a significant step forward for pet owners in the Atlanta area. By providing a direct way for people to identify the owners of lost pets, these stations can help reduce the time and stress associated with reuniting families with their pets. The fact that the scanners can check all major brands and databases makes them a valuable resource for pet owners, regardless of where they live. As Hall County Animal Shelter Manager Stephanie Maloch noted, microchipping is a crucial step in ensuring the safe return of pets, and the low cost of $20 makes it an accessible option for many families. This initiative also highlights the importance of keeping contact information up to date and verifying that microchips are active and working, a crucial detail that can make all the difference in reuniting lost pets with their owners.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? The Hall County Animal Shelter and Laurel Park Dog Park now have a new tool for pet owners and lost pets to get reunited.Hall County Animal Services announced that public microchip scanning stations had been installed at the shelter and dog park to help get families find lost pets faster, even if...
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