Dog Micro-chipping

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We are working together with the Dogs Trust to provide micro-chipping to dog owners. Although it is not a legal requirement, it is always a good idea to have your dog micro-chipped with its own unique identification number. This will increase the number of lost dogs that can be returned back to their owner.

Apply to have your dog micro-chipped

To apply to have your dog micro-chipped, please contact us for advice.

How much does it cost?

The cost is £25.

You can find information on dog micro-chipping on the Dogs Trust website.

 

Collar and identification tag

Apart from some very specific exemptions, every dog on a highway or in a public place must wear a collar with the name and address of the owner inscribed on it or on a plate or badge attached to it, irrespective of if it is micro-chipped. Failure to do so is an offence against the Animal Health Act 1981 of which an owner can be prosecuted and fined. Any dog without a collar on a highway or in a public place may be treated as a stray dog and seized by the Local Authority.