From April 2016 it became law that all dogs must be microchipped. Not only that, but it's also a great idea too. It's such a relief for us at the vets when we scan a stray dog and find a microchip - then it's just a couple of phone calls and Fido can be reunited with their worried owner! Whilst it's not compulsory for cats, it's an excellent thing to do for our feline friends too - especially as cats are much more likely to be going out on their own. Implanting a chip is real