What is Pet Microchipping Law?

UK law requires all dogs to be microchipped by eight weeks of age and registered on an approved database, with owner details kept up to date. Compulsory cat microchipping was introduced in England from 10 June 2024, requiring all owned cats over 20 weeks to be chipped. Owners who fail to comply can be served notice and fined up to £500. Microchipping is carried out by vets and trained implanters.