Compulsory microchipping

• Microchipping for dogs was made compulsory in England, Scotland and Wales in April 2016. In Northern Ireland it has been compulsory since January 2015
• Petlog, managed by The Kennel Club, is one of the largest databases for microchipped animals in the UK
• Petlog currently has over 10 million animals registered
• Petlog is on hand 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to animal wardens, welfare and rescue centres, veterinary practices and local authorities, who scan for microchips in pets which come into their care and trace the owners through the Petlog database

We promote the importance of keeping details up to date on microchipping databases to all as this is a legal requirement. This ensures that if a pet does go missing it can be easily reunited, saving stress for both keepers and animals alike.

To help make this easier for its customers, we offer an upgrade service Petlog Premium for a one-off lifetime fee. Through its secure online website, customers can access their information, check and amend their contact details and take advantage of other reunification services offered through the Petlog Premium membership.

Through our activities, and The Kennel Club Good Citizen Dog Training scheme in particular, we seek to educate all dog owners about the benefits of responsible dog ownership, including microchipping.

Permanent identification has been a requirement of The Kennel Club Assured Breeders scheme since 2010.

Following the introduction of compulsory microchipping in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales, our work in this area concluded. However, we may look to resume lobbying activity in due course so watch this space.