# The Microchipping of Dogs (England) Regulations 2015 (revoked)

S.I. 2015/108 · made 2 February 2015 · revised to 16 May 2023

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PDFs: Printed copy https://openlegislation.uk/microchipping-of-dogs-england-regulations-2015-revoked/pdf/uksi_20150108_en.pdf; UK Explanatory Memorandum https://openlegislation.uk/microchipping-of-dogs-england-regulations-2015-revoked/pdf/uksiem_20150108_en.pdf

## Introductory text

Animals, England
Animal Welfare
Approved by both Houses of ParliamentMade 2nd February 2015
Coming into force in accordance with regulation 1(b)
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## 1 Citation, commencement, cessation and application

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## 2 Interpretation

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## 3 Obligation to microchip dogs

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## 4 Form of microchip

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## 5 Details to be recorded on databases

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## 6 Conditions to be met by a database operator

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## 7 Powers of the Secretary of State

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## 8 Change of keeper

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## 9 Implanting of microchips

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## 10 Adverse reactions

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## 11 Authorised person

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## 12 Powers of an authorised person

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## 13 Offences

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## 14 Appeals

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## 15 Corporate, partnership and unincorporated association offences

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## 16 Amendment to the Docking of Working Dogs’ Tails (England) Regulations 2007

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## 17 Amendment to the Welfare of Racing Greyhound Regulations 2010

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## 18 Review

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## Signature

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## Explanatory note

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2015/108 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/microchipping-of-dogs-england-regulations-2015-revoked
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