Cat owners in England issued £500 microchip fine warning

Cat owners have less than two weeks to act before they could face a fine of up to £500 for not having their pet microchippedCat owners have been warned they have less than two weeks left to act before they face £500 fines.Latest figures from the upcoming PDSA Animal Wellbeing Report revealed that only 54 per cent of cat owners are aware their cat must be microchipped from June.

From June 10, owners found without their cat microchipped will have just 21 days to have one implanted. After the 21 days, owners may then face a fine of up to £500.PDSA Vet, Lynne James said: “A microchip is a tiny identification device that contains a unique number, usually 15 digits, linking a pet to their owner.

"Some of the key information that can be stored includes, the pet owner’s full name, address and contact details. The pet’s assigned name, gender, breed, date of birth and even their colour.” "It’s always best to have the extra peace of mind that a microchip provides. By June, it will be law regardless of whether your cat remains indoors or not.”Microchipping ensures any lost or stolen cats have the best chance of being reunited with their owners as quickly as possible. Microchips are implanted under your cat’s skin between the shoulder blades – it a very quick procedure that takes just a few seconds.

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