Pet identification: microchips, collars, tags and the Wood Green Animal Shelters' National Pet Register.

R.L. Leather

Abstract

This paper looks at animal identification systems, particularly tags and microchips. Wood Green Animal Shelters' National Pet Register (NPR) system is discussed and put forward as a method of mandatory registration for animals.

The progress of microchipping is viewed against shortcomings of standardisation. The start of microchip acceptance is noted.

Future prospects for progress of identification and registration appear satisfactory.

About the author

Mr. R. Leather
Wood Green Animal Shelters
Heydon, Royston
HERTS SG8 8PN
England. UK

Lou Leather is a Fellow of the Institution of Environmental Health Officers, UK and is their spokesman on animal welfare and pet issues. He currently works for Wood Green Animal Shelters, a company that runs a Government contract under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991. Lou sits on several UK government and parliamentary working committees dealing with pet and animal welfare issues.

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