Give your pets proper identification to increase the chances that they will return home safely!
ORANJESTAD - The Department of Public Health (DVG) reminds all pet owners of the importance of identifying their pets.
Identifying your pet and keeping their information up to date shows that you are a responsible owner. When a dog gets lost or is found, identification can make the difference between a quick return home and an animal that can no longer be reunited with its owner.
Microchip and Registration
A microchip, implanted by a veterinarian, contains a unique number that can be scanned. However, this chip is only effective if the associated contact details are correct and up to date. Changes in your phone number or address must therefore always be reported to the register.
Legal Obligations and Advice
For dangerous dogs that require a permit, the Dog Ordinance mandates proof of identification. In practice, this means using both a microchip and a tag (medal) on the collar. For other dogs, identification is a strongly recommended measure of responsible pet ownership, although microchipping is not legally required for all dogs.
Extra Safety
Wearing a tag with a phone number on the collar allows for immediate contact. A chip provides an additional reliable safety net in case the collar is lost.
Identification never replaces safe behavior, proper care, or adequate supervision; it serves as an extra safeguard when something unexpectedly goes wrong. A responsible owner does everything possible to identify their pet and maximize the chances of reunification.
For a harmonious community: be a responsible pet owner!
Legal basis: Dog Ordinance (article 6) and Ordinance concerning the keeping and identification of dogs (article 2).
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