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Microchip And Neutering Dog Ordinance Takes Effect

LOS ANGELES (CBS) ― A county ordinance took effect Saturday morning, requiring most dogs that live in unincorporated areas to be neutered and implanted with an identifying microchip.

All dogs must have a microchip the size of a grain of rice placed under their skin. The chip would identify the dog in the event it runs away and ends up at an animal shelter.

The Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control shelters in Downey, Gardena, Baldwin Park, Lancaster, Castaic and Agoura Hills will give free microchips.

Dog owners have a 90-day grace period starting from Saturday to neuter their animals. Those exempted include animals that compete in dog shows, work with law enforcement or assist with the disabled.

Dog license fees will increase from $15 to $20. Licenses for unaltered dogs will double to $60.

More information can be found by visiting the Animal Control web site.

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