A man has been fined more than £200 for not having a collar identification tag or a microchip registered for his pet dog. It is compulsory in the UK for all owners to ensure their dog is microchipped and their contact details are up to date - breaking this law can result in a fine of up to £500.
Johnny Rooney Lansdowne of Littleton, Trowbridge, has been forced to pay £219 after a member of the public discovered a stray dog on January 10, 2022, without a collar or identification tag. The animal was claimed by Rooney who provided information to confirm the ownership of the dog. He was then served with a microchip notice that required the pet to be registered within 21 days.
