• Checking Microchips – Northern Ireland

    In comparison to checking Irish microchips, there are different processes & laws for dogs in the UK (including Northern Ireland) and for selling them. See other rules for Northern Ireland…

  • Can I microchip my own dog?

    No, is the quick answer. While there are a number of places you can buy microchips online, and they even come with the tools to implant the dog, microchipping and…

  • Dew claw removal

    Dew clawing is the name given to the removal the non-weight bearing toe of a dog (or cat). This essentially is the removal of a thumb or big toe for…

  • Tail Docking of Dogs

    The Prohibition on Tail Docking explains in what situations this procedure it may be allowed, and what time frame it is required to be preformed. Pointers, Spaniels and Terrier puppies may be…

  • Checking Dog Microchips

    To advertise a dog for sale it has to be microchipped and that microchip has to be on one of the four Irish database (IKC, ICC, Fido, Animark). All of…