{"id":4644,"date":"2022-09-05T03:15:11","date_gmt":"2022-09-05T03:15:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/question-is-it-against-the-law-to-not-microchip-your-dog\/"},"modified":"2022-09-06T04:55:06","modified_gmt":"2022-09-06T04:55:06","slug":"question-is-it-against-the-law-to-not-microchip-your-dog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/question-is-it-against-the-law-to-not-microchip-your-dog\/","title":{"rendered":"Question: Is it against the law to not microchip your dog?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/question-is-it-against-the-law-to-not-microchip-your-dog\/#Question_Is_it_against_the_law_to_not_microchip_your_dog\" title=\"Question: Is it against the law to not microchip your dog?\">Question: Is it against the law to not microchip your dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/question-is-it-against-the-law-to-not-microchip-your-dog\/#What_happens_if_you_dont_microchip_your_dog\" title=\"What happens if you don\u2019t microchip your dog?\">What happens if you don\u2019t microchip your dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/question-is-it-against-the-law-to-not-microchip-your-dog\/#Is_it_illegal_to_not_have_your_dog_microchipped\" title=\"Is it illegal to not have your dog microchipped?\">Is it illegal to not have your dog microchipped?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/question-is-it-against-the-law-to-not-microchip-your-dog\/#Is_it_compulsory_to_have_your_dog_chipped\" title=\"Is it compulsory to have your dog chipped?\">Is it compulsory to have your dog chipped?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/question-is-it-against-the-law-to-not-microchip-your-dog\/#Can_you_get_fined_for_not_having_your_dog_chipped\" title=\"Can you get fined for not having your dog chipped?\">Can you get fined for not having your dog chipped?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/question-is-it-against-the-law-to-not-microchip-your-dog\/#Does_a_microchip_prove_ownership\" title=\"Does a microchip prove ownership?\">Does a microchip prove ownership?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/question-is-it-against-the-law-to-not-microchip-your-dog\/#How_long_does_a_microchip_last_in_a_dog\" title=\"How long does a microchip last in a dog?\">How long does a microchip last in a dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/question-is-it-against-the-law-to-not-microchip-your-dog\/#Can_I_keep_a_dog_that_I_found\" title=\"Can I keep a dog that I found?\">Can I keep a dog that I found?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/question-is-it-against-the-law-to-not-microchip-your-dog\/#Can_a_microchip_be_removed_from_a_dog\" title=\"Can a microchip be removed from a dog?\">Can a microchip be removed from a dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/question-is-it-against-the-law-to-not-microchip-your-dog\/#Is_microchipping_mandatory\" title=\"Is microchipping mandatory?\">Is microchipping mandatory?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/question-is-it-against-the-law-to-not-microchip-your-dog\/#Whats_the_law_on_microchipping_dogs\" title=\"What\u2019s the law on microchipping dogs?\">What\u2019s the law on microchipping dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/question-is-it-against-the-law-to-not-microchip-your-dog\/#Does_microchipping_hurt_a_dog\" title=\"Does microchipping hurt a dog?\">Does microchipping hurt a dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/question-is-it-against-the-law-to-not-microchip-your-dog\/#Can_you_feel_a_dogs_microchip\" title=\"Can you feel a dogs microchip?\">Can you feel a dogs microchip?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/question-is-it-against-the-law-to-not-microchip-your-dog\/#How_much_does_it_cost_to_chip_your_dog\" title=\"How much does it cost to chip your dog?\">How much does it cost to chip your dog?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Question_Is_it_against_the_law_to_not_microchip_your_dog\"><\/span>Question: Is it against the law to not microchip your dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-3\" style=\"margin: 8px 0; clear: both;\">\n<div id=\"cnt_rb_271118\" class=\"cnt32_rl_bg_str\" data-id=\"271118\"><span style=\"font-family: var(--global-body-font-family);\">Usually, dogs and cats are microchipped in an effort to locate them if they stray or are stolen. Unfortunately, no state in this country imposes mandatory microchipping, although there are some municipalities which have such laws. Several countries do require microchipping, but only for dogs.<\/span><\/div>\n<div data-id=\"271118\">Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/does-microchip-prove-ownership-dog-uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Does Microchip prove ownership Dog UK?<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"what-happens-if-you-don-t-microchip-your\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_you_dont_microchip_your_dog\"><\/span>What happens if you don\u2019t microchip your dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>What happens if I don\u2019t get my dog microchipped? If your dog isn\u2019t microchipped and registered on an approved database then you could be served with a notice ordering you to microchip your dog. You\u2019ll have 21 days to do so or you may be liable to pay a \u00a3500 fine and could face criminal prosecution.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dcPcBkCsXyQ\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is-it-illegal-to-not-have-your-dog-microchipped\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_illegal_to_not_have_your_dog_microchipped\"><\/span>Is it illegal to not have your dog microchipped?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>NSW. Yes. Section 8 of the Companion Animals Act 1998 requires microchipping of cats and dogs prior to sale\/transfer and by 12 weeks of age.\u00a0 This is enforced under Section 23 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1979.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is-it-compulsory-to-have-your-dog-chipped\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_compulsory_to_have_your_dog_chipped\"><\/span>Is it compulsory to have your dog chipped?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>From today (6 April 2016) it will be compulsory for owners to ensure their dog is microchipped. Under the new measures all owners must ensure their dog is microchipped and their details are kept up to date.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/J2IJe9mCszA\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"can-you-get-fined-for-not-having-your-dog\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_get_fined_for_not_having_your_dog_chipped\"><\/span>Can you get fined for not having your dog chipped?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Get your dog microchipped<\/p>\n<p>If you don\u2019t, you could be fined up to \u00a3500. You must also make sure your dog\u2019s registration details are up to date. Your dog must be registered to you, not its previous owner.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"does-a-microchip-prove-ownership\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_a_microchip_prove_ownership\"><\/span>Does a microchip prove ownership?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Microchips are not SOLE LEGAL proof of ownership and here is why Often, when pets are microchipped, they are implanted at rescues, from breeders, from shelters, or at a veterinary office. This can happen at any stage of a pet\u2019s life. It is then up to the owner of the pet to register the pet\u2019s chip.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-long-does-a-microchip-last-in-a-dog\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_a_microchip_last_in_a_dog\"><\/span>How long does a microchip last in a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>How long do microchips last? Microchips are designed to work for 25 years.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/image.petmd.com\/files\/2021-06\/dog-mircochip.jpg\" alt=\"Dog Microchipping FAQ | PetMD\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"can-i-keep-a-dog-that-i-found\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_keep_a_dog_that_I_found\"><\/span>Can I keep a dog that I found?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In some cases, you can keep a stray dog you found, but not before reporting him to animal control and giving time for his family to find him. This dog could have a family that misses him and the first place many owners check for their lost dog is with animal control.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FgjvOMZW74Y\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"can-a-microchip-be-removed-from-a-dog\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_microchip_be_removed_from_a_dog\"><\/span>Can a microchip be removed from a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>no. A microchip cannot be removed from a dog. The reason I say \u201cessentially\u201d is because a microchip actually can be removed, but it can be a very difficult and risky surgical process. Therefore, a microchip can in fact be removed from a dog, but most veterinarians will not perform the procedure.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"is-microchipping-mandatory\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_microchipping_mandatory\"><\/span>Is microchipping mandatory?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Microchipping for cats and dogs is mandatory in ACT, NSW, QLD, VIC and WA. Microchipping for dogs only is compulsory in TAS.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-s-the-law-on-microchipping-dogs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_the_law_on_microchipping_dogs\"><\/span>What\u2019s the law on microchipping dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs can be microchipped at any age, but it\u2019s more comfortable for puppies if they\u2019re at least seven or eight weeks old before being chipped. Under the new microchipping law that came into effect on 6 April 2016, all dogs and puppies must be microchipped and registered by the age of eight weeks.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"does-microchipping-hurt-a-dog\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_microchipping_hurt_a_dog\"><\/span>Does microchipping hurt a dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Does Microchipping Dogs Cause Pain? A microchip for dogs hurts about as much as having blood drawn. The needle required for the injection causes a pinch during dog microchipping procedures. Because it is only a momentary injection, no local or general anesthetic is required.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/TiowQx0ieP8\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<p><noscript><iframe loading=\"lazy\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dcPcBkCsXyQ\" width=\"560\"><\/iframe><\/noscript><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"can-you-feel-a-dogs-microchip\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_feel_a_dogs_microchip\"><\/span>Can you feel a dogs microchip?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In most cases, you can\u2019t feel a microchip in a dog when it has been properly inserted between the dog\u2019s shoulder blades.\u00a0 If a microchip moves around, however, sometimes owners can feel it, especially in smaller dogs with thin fur.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-much-does-it-cost-to-chip-your-dog\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_it_cost_to_chip_your_dog\"><\/span>How much does it cost to chip your dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A: The average cost to have a microchip implanted by a veterinarian is around $45, which is a one\u2013time fee and often includes registration in a pet recovery database. If your pet was adopted from a shelter or purchased from a breeder, your pet may already have a microchip.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Question: Is it against the law to not microchip your dog?What happens if you don\u2019t microchip your dog?Is it illegal to not have your dog microchipped?Is it compulsory to have your dog chipped?Can you get fined for not having your dog chipped?Does a microchip prove ownership?How long does a microchip last in&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":194224,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[619],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Is-it-against-the-law-to-not-microchip-your-dog.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4644"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4644"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4644\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":194225,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4644\/revisions\/194225"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/194224"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4644"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4644"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4644"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}