Legislation
Effective Date: 13/07/2025
Our operations are governed by specific legislation and regulations which vary based on the country of operation.
Where we refer to legislation, we mean the primary legislation governing microchipping in the country the animal is microchipped, bred or kept.
England
The Microchipping of Dogs and Cats (England) Regulations 2023 is the primary legislation governing microchipping in England.
Scotland
The Microchipping of Dogs (Scotland) Regulations 2016 is the primary legislation governing microchipping in Scotland.
Wales
The Microchipping of Dogs (Wales) Regulations 2015 is the primary legislation governing microchipping in Wales.
Northern Ireland
The Dogs (Licensing and Identification) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2012 is the primary legislation governing microchipping in Northern Ireland.
