Micro-chipping your cat is considered to be the default situation in developed countries in 2023. It’s a necessity. It’ll become a legal obligation in the UK. That’s all well and …
Here’s why micro-chipping your cat does not always get them back when found Read More »
Since yesterday, 13 March 2023, a law has been enacted in the UK which will make micro-chipping of domestic cats compulsory on June 10, 2024. It has been a long …
Compulsory microchipping for cats in the UK on June 10, 2024 written into law Read More »
Here are 11 recommendations for microchip scanning of domestic, stray and community (feral) cats. The illustration shows a recommended scanning pattern to ensure that the chip is not missed. Alley …
11 recommendations on scanning a cat for a microchip Read More »
There are it seems two aspects of concern in relation to microchipping pets including cats: Whether it is effective Whether it is safe They last for about 25 years. This …
Microchipping pets including cats – pluses and minuses Read More »
You probably know that the UK government is planning to introduce compulsory domestic cat microchipping in England. The advantages are numerous and the difficulties are known such as enforcing such …
Britain’s cat owners should complete this online survey about compulsory microchipping Read More »
It is possible to check a cat for a microchip at home. You don’t have to rely on a veterinarian. I am referring to the situation when you find a …
Checking a cat for a microchip at home (and reuniting a lost cat with owner) Read More »
NEWS/OPINION – Stockport, UK: the Manchester Evening News reports another disturbing example of how local authorities in the UK can carelessly dispose of a domestic cat that has been lost …
UK – NEWS/OPINION: Companion animal microchipping is in a mess judging by the article written by Daniel Allen for The Conversation and it needs sorting out to be more effective. …
UK companion animal microchipping needs sorting out Read More »
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