Microchipping

Government considers compulsory microchipping for cats

The government has urged pet owners to microchip all cats and dogs in a newly launched appeal.

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Council fines for not microchipping a dog vary by 500 percent

The fines issued to pet owners by councils to those who have failed to microchip their dog as legally required…

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Cat charity calls for mandatory microchipping

Animal welfare charity, Cats Protection, has called for the mandatory microchipping of cats after figures show that two in three…

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New puppy sale laws crack down on backyard breeders

The sales of puppies younger than eight weeks has been made illegal in a bid to crack down on irresponsible…

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SureFlap® launches new microchip reader

SureFlap® has launched a handy, pocket-sized microchip reader – the SureSenseä Microchip Reader. The affordable new reader is compatible with all…

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Updating dog microchipping ‘needs a rethink’, claims MedicAnimal

Six months after the introduction of compulsory microchipping of dogs in England, Andrew Bucher, chief veterinary officer and co-founder of…

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DEFRA confirms microchipping regulations

Individuals who microchip cats, ferrets and rabbits must meet certain criteria to comply with regulations, according to VetSkill. Since The…

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Compulsory microchipping for dogs is only days away

On April 6 2016, microchipping becomes compulsory for all dogs in the UK. The change will have the biggest impact in…

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MedicAnimal to microchip all UK staff ahead of April 6 deadline

Online pet supply retailer, MedicAnimal, has today announced that in line with the April 6 deadline, it will be microchipping…

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Defra reminds dog owners of change to microchipping law

The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has circulated information reminding dog owners of the upcoming changes to…

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