Logan, UT Animal Ordinances: Microchipping (2026)

Microchipping in Logan's Comprehensive Animal Control title (Title 6A) is tied to the animal shelter. Section 6A.10.060 says any animal adopted, rescued, or reclaimed from the animal shelter shall be implanted with an identification chip prior to leaving the shelter. The person or organization adopting, rescuing, or reclaiming the animal is responsible for the related fees, and the fee is determined by resolution by the Logan City Council, which is the Municipal Council. Section 6A.04.050 adds that fees adopted for animal service are the same as the most current fees adopted by the Council, and that late fees can apply as specified in the adopted fee schedule.

The chip also shows up in the redemption process. Section 6A.10.030(C) says redemption fees are calculated to include impound costs, daily board charge, any veterinary costs incurred during the impound period, license and vaccination costs where needed, microchipping, transportation costs, any other reasonable expenses incurred as part of the impound, and any reasonable restitution for property damage. An owner who reclaims a dog or cat therefore pays for the chip as part of the bill instead of paying separately.

The chip also counts as proof of who owns an animal. The definition of owner in section 6A.02.030 says ownership may be established by evidence that would lead a reasonable person to conclude ownership, including veterinary records, microchip records, license and registration information, pedigree registries, and photographic evidence.

Adoption carries its own conditions. Under section 6A.10.040(D), a person adopting a dog or cat from the facility must have the animal spayed or neutered by a licensed veterinarian within a reasonable time set by the Director or designee, and failure to provide written verification within the required time is unlawful. An impounded animal is held a minimum of five (5) business days before further disposition under 6A.10.040(A). Separately, section 6A.06.040 requires every dog over four (4) months to be licensed with animal control within thirty (30) days after entering the City or reaching that age.