On Saturday, 8 February, Dungog Shire Council is hosting a Pop-Up Microchipping Day at the Doug Walters Pavilion from 10am to 2pm.

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No bookings are required, and the process is quick, easy, and virtually painless for pets.

Microchipping is a vital part of responsible pet ownership.

It helps to reunite lost pets with their owners.

In NSW, it is a legal requirement for all cats and dogs to be microchipped by twelve weeks of age, or before they are sold or rehomed.

To participate, pet owners must provide proof of Dungog Shire residency, such as a driver’s license or utility bill.

Dogs must be on a lead, and cats must be secured in a carrier.

Council is also reassuring residents that no fines will be issued at this event, even if their pet is overdue for microchipping.

Pet owners with more than three animals to microchip or those with aggressive pets are asked to contact Dungog Shire Council in advance to arrange assistance.

Local primary producers with working dogs should also take note, as working dogs are eligible for free registration.

However, if a working dog is not microchipped and ends up in the pound, it may lose its working dog status.

“This initiative is all about keeping pets safe and giving owners peace of mind,” a Council spokesperson said.

“If your pet ever gets lost, a microchip dramatically increases the chances of them making it back home.”

For more information, visit the Dungog Shire Council website or call Council on 02 4995 7777.

By Shannon BENTON