The Veterinarian listens to Malibu's heart beat as Ray looks on.
First of all, each dog is identified with a small unique microchip placed in the scruff of their neck. All of our dogs, except one, Boondocks, already had a chip.
The volunteer checks Chica's unique micro chip number from the electronic reader as Allen holds her.
Each dog then visits with the Veterinarians. A simple external body exam: body, feet, eyes, nose and mouth. Then their hearts are monitored. They are looking for irregularities, fast rates or murmurs. Their temperatures are also recorded as well as body weights.