Compulsory microchipping for all dogs by 1 November

Residents are once again reminded that all dogs in the City of Armadale will need to be microchipped by 1 November.

Amendments to the Dog Act 1976 made in November 2013 noted that from 1 November 2015 all dogs over three months of age must be microchipped.

Armadale Mayor Henry Zelones OAM JP is encouraging all residents to get their dogs microchipped before the 1 November deadline.

“Microchipping is the easiest and quickest way for us to return lost dogs to their owners.

“Dog registrations expire on 31 October. When you register or re-register your animal you will need to provide proof that the dog has been microchipped by providing the City their microchip number,” he said.

A dog is exempt from the microchipping requirement if a veterinarian issues a certificate stating that the implantation of a microchip may adversely affect the health and welfare of the dog. The certificate cannot apply in respect of a dog that is under three months of age.

For more information visit www.armadale.wa.gov.au or call 9394 5000.