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| Scanning for a microchip |
As reported in The Telegraph, as of
April 6th this year microchipping dogs will be compulsory in
England.
Failure
to comply will result in fines of up to £500.
George
Eustice, animal welfare minister, told The Telegraph, “Microchipping
our dogs will not only reunite people with their lost or stolen pets, but also
help to tackle the growing problem of strays roaming the streets and relieve
the burden placed on animal charities and local authorities.”
The
hope is that by returning dogs to their owners more quickly and efficiently,
local authorities and charities will save millions in pet food, housing and
re-homing costs.
It
will also reduce the stress on the dog – less time wandering or in a shelter - and
dog owner, who will have more confidence the dog will be identified and
returned.
