Your Pet Must Be Microchipped Or You Could Be Fined…Or Worse
If you own a dog or cat and you live in the city of Las Vegas, then be sure your pet has been microchipped. If not, you could be fined, or even worse. A Las Vegas animal ID microchip ordinance goes into effect today, August 1, 2024.
New Las Vegas Animal ID Microchip Ordinance Now In Effect
We told you about this new ordinance last fall. And now, the ordinance passed by the Las Vegas City Council on October 18, 2023, is in full effect.
If it is discovered that your dog or cat does NOT have an embedded animal ID microchip, you could be fined up to $1,000 dollars. Or you could also be thrown in jail for up to six months. In fact, you may receive both punishments for violating this new Las Vegas ordinance.
Why on earth did the Las Vegas City Council pass this ordinance last fall? Mainly because our animal shelters are being overrun with lost and stray cats and dogs. If all pet owners follow the new ordinance, lost dogs and cats can be more readily reunited with their families and pet owners.
Related Link: Las Vegas Animal Foundation Needs Your Help
This new animal ID microchip ordinance applies to both dogs and cats who are over four months old. Additionally, it only deals with owners and pets who reside within the Las Vegas city limits. If you’re not sure if you and your furry family members live within city limits, you can click here to check out a handy map provided by our city government.
Here’s What You Need To Know About New Animal ID Microchip Ordinance
First of all, this new ordinance stipulates that once you embed an animal ID microchip on your dog or cat, you must register your “contact information and microchip numbers with the microchip registration company and our (City of Las Vegas) Animal Protection Services through the animal pet licensing program.”
In addition, if the ownership of a dog or cat is changed, the new information must also be changed within 30 days.
If you breed dogs or cats, you need to be aware that this new animal ID microchip ordinance also applies to breeders. According to the City of Las Vegas website, “ you need to ensure that all dogs and cats offered for sale have been microchipped before being transported to a pet shop or sold.”
So, if you need help to make sure you and your pets comply with this new animal ID microchip ordinance, you can contact the Animal Foundation, the Nevada SPCA, or your trusted veterinarian.
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11 Things to Help Your Pet Stay Cool
Cat and Dog Cooling Mat
This reversible pet mat from Unique Petz from Target will help cool your pet without electricity, can be used indoors or outdoors, folds for easy storage and most importantly keeps your pet cool. Activated by your pet’s weight, it will keep your dog or cat cool for up to three hours. Don’t sleep on this mat (pun intended).
All for Paws Chill Out Ice Bandana
This All for Paws Chill Out Ice Bandana from Amazon is a must have in our house and should be in yours. Heat stroke is one of the biggest threats to dogs during the warmer months and even more so for flat faced, barrel-chested pups like Bulldogs. Due to this we make our French Bulldog don this whenever he decides to take an extended nap on the deck, which is often because he loves the sun. It’s as easy as soaking the bandana in water!
Elevated Dog Cot/Bed
Create an outdoor oasis for your dog with this Sun Squad elevated dog cot/bed from Target. Whether it’s for the backyard, camping or a day at the park give your pooch a place to rest and get some Zs in with a constant flow of air to keep those bits cool.
Chill Out Ice Ball
Keeping your dog cool with this All For Paws Chill Out Ice ball is as simple as filling it with water and throwing it in your freezer for a few hours when you know it’s going to be a hot day. We like to throw ours in the doggy pool for our French Bulldog to “bob” for it. Fun for the whole family.
Cooling Bed for Indoors
On days when even your AC isn’t colling things down your indoor kitty will thank you immensely for this Jiupety cooling bed for cats. Best of all, no ice or freezing of any kind is required.
Cooling Dog Vest
One of the easiest ways to cool your pet down quickly is a cooling vest. This version from Target fits a wide range of sizes and offers a zipper closure. Not sure about you but trying to get my Bulldog to out something on without a zipper is like wrangling a herd of turtles. Anyway, your pup will love the soft, stretchy fabric and feel stylish in it’s ombre green/blue design.
YETI Stainless Steel Non-Slip Dog Bowls
Famous for the length of time they can keep things cold, Yeti has officially joined the dog business and used their proprietary knowledge to create a stainless-steel dog bowl. This nonslip, rust-resistant dish is worth every penny.
Giant Inflatable Fire Hydrant
Ok, I openly admit that this might also be for the humans. Who wouldn’t love a 5-foot inflatable fire hydrant?! A 360-degree “soak zone,” spinning top distribution and side water spray…there’s fun for everyone. Grab this BigMouth inflatable from Perpetual Kid to keep the whole family cool.
Cooling Pillow for Small to Medium Dogs and Cats
Perfect for cats and small or medium-sized dogs, this cooling pillow from Amazon will support your pet’s neck and provides a cool solution for sleeping and relaxing it’s waterproof and non-toxic and easy to clean. With one of these, your pet’s guaranteed to always have the cool side of the pillow.
Fish Pool Dog Toy
The final item on this list is a non-inflatable, fold-up dog pool from Sun Squad at Target. All I can say about this is that we use it every…single…day during the warm months. Our Frenchie would go years without a bath it he could, but his most favorite pastime is “swimming.” Not only will this keep your dog entertained and cool but it also makes for some Insta worthy pics.
Please note that items are in stock and prices are accurate at the time we published this list. Have an idea for a fun theme for a gift idea list you’d like us to create? Drop us a line at shopping@bbgi.com.
Larry Martino is the long-time afternoon drive personality on 96.3 KKLZ. The views and opinions expressed in this blog are those of Larry Martino and not necessarily those of Beasley Media Group, LLC. Follow us: Facebook / Twitter / Instagram