What does a microchip do for a dog?

A microchip provides permanent identification for your dog. It’s a tiny implantable device with a unique ID number connected to the Dubai Municipality’s database containing your contact information.

What is the best age to microchip a dog?

The best age to microchip a dog is typically between 8 and 12 weeks. However, dogs of any age can be microchipped, so it’s never too late to have it done.

How long does a microchip last in a dog?

A dog microchip is designed to last your pet’s lifetime. It’s made from durable, biocompatible materials, so the chip will remain effective and won’t need replacement or maintenance.

Can I check my dog’s microchip with my phone?

No, microchips can’t be scanned by a regular phone. Specialized microchip scanners or readers are required to read microchips. Shelters and veterinarians use these scanners to detect microchips and access the registered information.

Can a microchip tell if a dog is stolen?

No, a microchip can’t determine whether a dog is stolen. However, it provides a means of identifying a dog if it is found. If a dog is stolen and later recovered, the microchip can be scanned to verify its owner through the contact information stored in the database.

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Dog Microchipping & Registration in Dubai

Q: Can I track my dog with a microchip?

No, a microchip can’t be used to track your dog in real-time. It’s not a GPS device but a form of permanent identification that helps shelters or vets identify the owner of a lost dog.

Around 1 in 3 pets will go missing at some point in their life. A microchip is a permanent form of ID that stays with your dog for life and can be scanned by any vet clinic or shelter to identify them. We use ISO-compliant chips, complete the procedure in one visit, and handle your dog's registration the same day.

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Dog Microchipping & Registration in Dubai

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or call us on

+971 600 566 253

LOST PET PREVENTION

Dog Microchipping & Registration in Dubai

Book Microchipping

or call us on

+971 600 566 253

LOST PET PREVENTION

Dog Microchipping & Registration in Dubai

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PRICE

270 AED

One-time procedure

APPOINTMENT

Quick and gentle

Most dogs barely notice

REGISTRATION

Same visit

Completed right after

REQUIRED FIRST

Health check

Confirms your pet is fit for the procedure

WHY IT MATTERS

A microchip is where lost pets find their way home

In a busy city like Dubai, dogs can slip out of sight in seconds, a gate left open, a startled bolt on a walk. A microchip is what closes that gap, here's what that actually means for your dog.

Permanent identification

Unlike a collar or tag, a microchip can't fall off, fade, or get removed. It sits under the skin for your dog's entire life, so even years later, if they're ever lost, a simple scan brings up your details.

ISO compliant

Every chip we use meets the 11784/11785 international standard, the same standard recognised by vet clinics, shelters, and customs authorities worldwide, so your dog stays identifiable wherever they end up.

Legally required

Microchipping is mandatory in the UAE under Federal Law No. 22, and that includes dogs who never leave the house. Registration renews annually with vaccinations, managed through the Aleef app or Dubai Now.

Travel ready

If you ever relocate or travel with your dog, a valid microchip is required before any pet passport, export certificate, or import permit can be issued, so this step often comes before the rest of the paperwork can even begin.

AED 270 covers the microchip and same-day Dubai Municipality registration. The chip itself is designed to last your dog's lifetime, while Dubai Municipality registration renews annually alongside your dog's vaccinations.

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The tiny chip that can bring your pet home

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GETTING STARTED

What you'll need for registration

Having these ready means we can register your dog the same day, no second trip needed.

Proof of identity

Emirates ID, UAE residence visa, and passport: the original plus a scanned copy.

Contact details

Your current phone number, email, and home address.

Proof of residence

A recent utility bill or tenancy contract.

Your dog's records

Microchip number, vaccination record, and a clear photo.

JUST IN CASE

If your dog goes missing

A registered microchip only works if you act fast. Here's exactly what to do.

One

Search nearby first

Check under cars, in gardens, and nearby green spaces, and let building or community security know.

Two

Report the microchip

Contact Dubai Municipality Veterinary Services with the microchip number and your current contact details.

Three

Confirm your Aleef details

Double-check your details are correct in the Aleef app, it's the main way authorities reach you.

Four

Alert clinics and shelters

Call nearby clinics and shelters with a clear photo and description, so more people are actively looking too.

Ready to microchip your dog?

Book their microchipping today for safe, reliable identification.

Book Microchipping

Call +971 600 566 253

Ready to microchip your dog?

Book their microchipping today for safe, reliable identification.

Book Microchipping

Call +971 600 566 253

Ready to microchip your dog?

Book their microchipping today for safe, reliable identification.

Book Microchipping

Call +971 600 566 253

Everything You Need to Know

Questions? We're here to help

Can I track my dog with a microchip?

No, microchips aren't GPS trackers and don't show real-time location. If you want that, a GPS-enabled collar, tag, or tracker is the better option.

Do indoor dogs need microchipping?

Yes. Microchipping is recommended and required for all dogs in Dubai, including those that rarely leave the house, since even a familiar dog can escape unexpectedly.

Is microchipping mandatory worldwide?

It depends on what you mean. For pet ownership, requirements vary a lot, the UK, most of the EU, and Australia all mandate it, while others, including the US, have no federal law at all. For international travel, nearly every destination requires an ISO-compliant microchip.

Do I need to update my dog's microchip details if I move or change my number?

Yes. A microchip is only useful if the contact details linked to it are current. If you move house or change your phone number, let us know, and we'll update your dog's registration record.

When's the best time to microchip a puppy?

We recommend doing it during your puppy's first vaccination visit, around 6 to 8 weeks old. Even dogs who wear a collar every day benefit, collars and tags can fall off or get damaged, a microchip can't.

Can sick dogs get microchipped?

It's best to wait until your dog has recovered. The procedure itself is quick and safe, but it does cause mild discomfort, which is easier on a dog that's already feeling well.

Everything You Need to Know

Questions? We're here to help

Can I track my dog with a microchip?

No, microchips aren't GPS trackers and don't show real-time location. If you want that, a GPS-enabled collar, tag, or tracker is the better option.

Do indoor dogs need microchipping?

Yes. Microchipping is recommended and required for all dogs in Dubai, including those that rarely leave the house, since even a familiar dog can escape unexpectedly.

Is microchipping mandatory worldwide?

Do I need to update my dog's microchip details if I move or change my number?

Yes. A microchip is only useful if the contact details linked to it are current. If you move house or change your phone number, let us know, and we'll update your dog's registration record.

When's the best time to microchip a puppy?

Can sick dogs get microchipped?

It's best to wait until your dog has recovered. The procedure itself is quick and safe, but it does cause mild discomfort, which is easier on a dog that's already feeling well.

Everything You Need to Know

Questions? We're here to help

Can I track my dog with a microchip?

No, microchips aren't GPS trackers and don't show real-time location. If you want that, a GPS-enabled collar, tag, or tracker is the better option.

Do indoor dogs need microchipping?

Yes. Microchipping is recommended and required for all dogs in Dubai, including those that rarely leave the house, since even a familiar dog can escape unexpectedly.

Is microchipping mandatory worldwide?

Do I need to update my dog's microchip details if I move or change my number?

Yes. A microchip is only useful if the contact details linked to it are current. If you move house or change your phone number, let us know, and we'll update your dog's registration record.

When's the best time to microchip a puppy?

Can sick dogs get microchipped?

It's best to wait until your dog has recovered. The procedure itself is quick and safe, but it does cause mild discomfort, which is easier on a dog that's already feeling well.

Everything You Need to Know

Questions? We're here to help

Can I track my dog with a microchip?

No, microchips aren't GPS trackers and don't show real-time location. If you want that, a GPS-enabled collar, tag, or tracker is the better option.

Do indoor dogs need microchipping?

Yes. Microchipping is recommended and required for all dogs in Dubai, including those that rarely leave the house, since even a familiar dog can escape unexpectedly.

Is microchipping mandatory worldwide?

Do I need to update my dog's microchip details if I move or change my number?

Yes. A microchip is only useful if the contact details linked to it are current. If you move house or change your phone number, let us know, and we'll update your dog's registration record.

When's the best time to microchip a puppy?

Can sick dogs get microchipped?

It's best to wait until your dog has recovered. The procedure itself is quick and safe, but it does cause mild discomfort, which is easier on a dog that's already feeling well.