23/05/2024
There's just under three weeks to go until the new cat microchipping legislation comes into effect 🐱 Here's what you need to know:
🐾 On Monday 10th June, it will become a mandatory requirement for cats to be microchipped before they reach 20 weeks old
🐾 Their contact details must be stored and kept up-to-date in a government-approved pet microchipping database
🐾 Both indoor-only and outdoor cats must be microchipped
🐾 You can expect to pay up to £30 to microchip your cat at the vet, but some animal charities and organisations can help with the cost of microchipping
🐾 It is a simple procedure that is no more painful than getting an injection, and your cat will not be able to feel the microchip once it's inserted
🐾 It is important to have your cat's microchip scanned and checked at least once a year by a vet
🐾 Animal Friends cat customers can add their microchip details onto your policy for safe keeping
Having your cat microchipped can really help you be reunited if your cat is ever lost or stolen, and we're really pleased to see the government taking action to ensure our cats remain safe and protected!
To find out which government approved databases you can use to register your cat's microchip, how to add your microchip number to your policy, and more, click here: animalfriends.co.uk/cat/cat-advice/cat-maintenance-and-safety/cat-microchipping