Free dog micro-chipping scheme was a great success
It was chips ahoy at the Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, after the charity held five days of microchipping events in The Highlands, including Golspie.
Dogs Trust’s Chipping Team offered free microchipping to local dogs in a bid to promote responsible dog ownership and educate the public on the benefits of compulsory microchipping.
The events, held in conjunction with The Highland Council, were a huge success, with a grand total of 524 dogs microchipped over the course of the week. Dogs Trust representatives were also on hand to answer any health or general queries from dog owners, who were reminded of the importance in keeping their dog’s microchip database details up to date.
The charity is now continuing its campaign with roving teams setting up further events across the country and, with microchipping set to become compulsory in Wales in 2015 and England in 2016, Dogs Trust hopes the Scottish Government will legislate for this important aspect of dog welfare.
Elvria Meucci, Head of Education and Community at Dogs Trust, said: “We are thrilled with the success of these events and are overwhelmed by the support we have received from the local Highland community.
“Microchipping is a simple and effective procedure which we believe is the most successful tool in helping to reunite lost dogs with their owners. I urge any dog owners who haven’t yet had their dog microchipped to visit www.chipmydog.org.uk to find out about further microchipping events in their local area.”
