Cat and Dog Microchipping and Scanning in England

Closed 17 Feb 2021

Opened 23 Dec 2020

Contact

03459 335577

caws.consultations@defra.gov.uk

Overview

We are launching this consultation to seek your views on proposals to make cat microchipping a compulsory requirement of cat ownership in England. We are also taking this opportunity to consult on the compulsory scanning of pets (dogs and cats) for microchips.

Audiences

  • Charities/Voluntary Organisations
  • Vets
  • Pet Owners

Interests

  • Animals
  • Pets