For Dog Owners

We understand just how worrying it can be to lose a pet and that is why we encourage owners to properly identify all their pets, whether it is a dog, cat, rabbit or horse, so that, when found, they can be returned to you as quickly as possible. As a pet owner, you have a legal requirement to ensure that your pet is under your control and that includes proper identification with a suitable collar and tag. In some cases, these can come astray and a microchip is vital as a permanent form of identification that will be in place for life. The question of microchiping dogs had been under consideration by the Irish Kennel Club for a number of years. The decision of microchipping or tattooing has been the subject of much discussion.

As of 1st January 2006 microchipping has been a requirement by Irish Kennel Club, all puppies must be microchipped before application for registration can be considered.  To find a Participating Veterinary Practice in your area Click Here

Registered Database Access

IKC-Animark is the largest pet microchip database in Ireland. This is on hand 24 hours a day to authorised bodies such as dog wardens or animal welfare centres, who can scan the chips in found animals and trace their owners via the IKC-Animark database.

IKC-Animark provides a wide range of services for owners of microchipped animals.

Click Here to access the IKC-Animark website.