Open petition: Make pet microchip implanters register every dog and cat on a compliant database

Created by Debbie Matthews
Closes on 9 May 2027

Before the Microchipping of Cats and Dogs (England) Regulations 2015, it was standard practice for the implanter to register the microchip on a compliant database. Since the duty to update moved to keepers, many microchips are now unregistered/out of date, so scanning a lost pet can lead nowhere.

Implanters already complete paperwork at chipping, so we believe this is the simplest moment to record the data. Where a breeder is the first registered keeper, they should keep records of new owner's details on file. In our view, this would reunite more lost pets, ease pressure on rescues and councils, and may help trace illegally bred or imported puppies. New keepers should still update their microchip registration details on a compliant database. We feel unregistered & out of date microchips are a growing problem! Make Chips Count!

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