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Do we need a national database for dog microchips?

Do we need a national database for dog microchips?

The Hard Shoulder · Newstalk

June 3, 20258m 12s

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Calls have been made for a national database for dog microchip registration to replace the current four database system to aid a crackdown on dog breeding regulation, and enable dog wardens to identify the dogs involved in attacks on livestock…

But, how essential is a central database?

Joining Kieran to discuss is Maeve O'Connell, Fine Gael TD for Dublin Rathdown, who is calling for the change, and Limerick-based Veterinarian, Donal Ryan.