Open petition: Require all pet microchip databases to update contact details free of charge
Created by Debbie Matthews
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Require all pet microchip databases to let owners/keepers update contact details free of charge. Keeping microchip records accurate is a legal duty. We think no one should have to pay to comply with it. Free, clearly-advertised updates mean more lost pets reunited with their owners.
Owners/keepers are legally required to keep microchip details current, or risk a £500 fine - yet the 24 pet microchip databases charge inconsistent fees, from free to up to £30 one-off payments to tiered subscriptions. I am concerned this confuses owners and discourages updates. If it’s a legal duty, why should people pay to comply with it? Making updates free could remove a real barrier, ensuring the system works as intended for animal welfare and public safety.
Make Chips Count - Pet Theft Reform
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