Should your pet become lost, a microchip is a guaranteed way to access your contact details at the local council, vet or animal welfare rescue agency.
**Microchipping is mandatory in Queensland**
On July 1 2009 legislation enforcing the mandatory microchipping of cats and dogs took effect. Mandatory microchipping is a positive step towards reducing abandoned and unwanted animal overpopulation. Mandatory microchipping only applies to new transfers of ownership.
Ideally your pet should have:
- An RSPCA VIP tag
- A Microchip
- A council registration tag and
- A personal tag with name and phone number
Combined, these 4 easily obtainable forms of ID will guarantee that your pet can be identified in any situation.
For more information about varied forms of ID, please visit our Lost and Found section of the website.
