Parliament Rejects Mandatory Cat Microchipping Law
Swiss House of Representatives votes against nationwide mandatory microchipping scheme for cats, despite concerns over 10,000 missing cats annually.

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Swiss House of Representatives votes against nationwide mandatory microchipping scheme for cats, despite concerns over 10,000 missing cats annually.

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