Govt Introduces Compulsory Microchipping For Pets
November 11th, 2008 Posted in Pet PicturesIt also includes a new “menacing dog” classification.
Local Government Minister Warren Pitt has told Parliament the proposed laws will help reduce the number of pets being euthanased.
“Available records from local government pounds and animal welfare shelters show that at the very least, more than 13,000 cats and more than 10,000 dogs are euthanased in Queensland each year,” he said.
“This is a major problem.
“Our plan to address this problem is based on the principle of responsible ownership, and it will ensure that all owners take responsibility for cats and dogs in their care.”
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