DOG owners in Port Glasgow took steps to help keep their pets safe by getting them microchipped.
The free service provided by the Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, was welcomed by Inverclyde MP Iain McKenzie.
A total of 58 dogs were chipped during the event at Boglestone Community Centre, and trust representatives were on hand to offer advice.
A trust spokesperson said: “With microchipping set to become compulsory for all dogs in England in 2016 and Wales in 2015, we believe the time is right for the Scottish Government to legislate for this important aspect of dog welfare, and have been campaigning on this issue for many years.
“Roving teams of Dogs Trust representatives are touring the country in a bid to help promote responsible dog ownership and educate the public on the benefits of compulsory microchipping.” MP Mr McKenzie added: “It was a wonderful opportunity to see the work of Dogs Trust first hand and to learn just how significant microchipping can be in helping return lost or stray dogs to their owners. I support the work of Dogs Trust and believe that compulsory microchipping is a major step forward in dog welfare.” It is understood that the Scottish Government is planning to make an announcement soon on compulsory mircrochipping of dogs.
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