Stockton requires dogs and cats to be microchipped and licensed, with chip information kept current through Stockton Animal Services so lost pets can be returned without entering long shelter holds.
Under SMC Title 6, all licensed dogs and cats must be implanted with an ISO-standard microchip, and owners must keep registry contact information current. Microchipping is performed during shelter intake, at the city license counter, and at partner clinics for a low fee. California Food and Agricultural Code 31108 sets statewide stray hold periods, but chipped animals are returned faster, reducing euthanasia. The chip is required at first license renewal and is checked at impound, animal-control field stops, and rabies clinics.
Failing to microchip a licensed pet, or failing to update registry contact details, can result in license-renewal denial and fines up to $100 per animal.
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