Microchipping

It is a legal requirement for all dogs and cats to be microchipped and recorded with a government compliant database. Microchipping is also available for other pets, but this isn’t a legal requirement. A microchip is about the size of a grain of rice. Microchipping your pet only takes a few minutes, but it lasts a lifetime and is an effective, safe and simple way to make reuniting your pet with you more likely.

The law means that:

• Any dog over 8 weeks old must be microchipped.
• Any cats over 20 weeks old must be microchipped.
• Owner details must be kept up-to-date and stored with an approved database company.
• Failure to comply with this law can results in a fine of up to £500.