Horse Microchips
In July 2009 new Defra regulations come into force which will require all foals born after 1st July 2009 to be microchipped and to possess a passport.
This must be done by the end of the year of their birth or within 6 months of birth, whichever is later.
The regulations also require all adult horses that have not had passport issued before 30th June 2009 to be microchipped and have a passport obtained for them.
If you live in the Hertfordshire, South Essex, South Buckinghamshire or North London areas the RVC Equine Practice offer a microchipping service at a cost of £18.07 per horse.
For more information please phone the RVC Equine Practice reception (01707 666297), ask your RVC practice vet or download the Guide to the Horse Passports Regulations 2009 on the the defra website