Blaby District Council

Summary

Microchipping provides a permanent, inexpensive form of identification that cannot be lost, altered, or intentionally removed. The process is quick and painless and can help ensure a happy reunion.

Microchips are no bigger than a grain of rice and are inserted under the skin between the dog's shoulder blades. Each microchip has a unique identification number that is never duplicated. Once implanted it can be scanned to find the details of the pet’s home and owner.

The Dog Warden Services offers microchipping sessions on the first Tuesday of every month. Morning appointments are available at the Joint Service Shop at Forge Corner, Blaby. Afternoon appointments are available at the Main Council Offices, Desford Road, Narborough.

Mobile microchipping events are also available throughout the Summer.

How do I book a microchipping appointment?

1. Contact us by telephone or by coming into the Main Council Offices;
2. Information we will need from you:
   1. your full name;
   2. your full address including your postcode;
   3. your home telephone number and a number which we can contact you on during normal office hours if this is different;
   4. details of the dog - breed, age, and sex;

Further information

The Dog Warden Service offers microchipping for both cats and dogs. However, it is not advisable to bring cats to the mobile microchipping sessions due to the risk of them escaping.

Charges

The current charge for microchipping is £20.00 (from 1st April 2010 to 31st March 2011).

Related pages on this website

• Animals - stray
• Dogs - registration

Contact us

Officer / Team	Dog Warden Service
Postal address	Blaby District Council Council Offices Desford Road Narborough Leicester LE19 2EP
E-mail address	environmental.health@blaby.gov.uk
Telephone	0116 272 7515
Fax	0116 272 7594

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This page was last updated on 1st April 2010