Switzerland to Mandate Microchipping for Cats

Federal authorities consider nationwide requirement for cat microchipping to improve animal welfare and study environmental impact, affecting hundreds of thousands of domestic cats.

Key Takeaways

Swiss federal authorities are reviewing mandatory microchipping for cats nationwide
There are between 100,000 and 300,000 feral cats in Switzerland
The Federal Council rejected mandatory microchipping in 2019

By The Numbers

100,000-300,000

Feral cats in Switzerland

They Said

"A national solution would be a good basis for the application of Swiss animal protection legislation"
— Federal Food Safety and Veterinary Office (FSVO)

"A national solution seems more effective than a cantonal patchwork"
— FSVO

Overview of the Proposed Mandate

Benefits and Implications

Environmental Impact

Implementation and Timeline

Sources & References

Switzerland considers mandatory microchipping for cats

SWI swissinfo.ch

Key Takeaways

Swiss federal authorities are reviewing mandatory microchipping for cats nationwide
There are between 100,000 and 300,000 feral cats in Switzerland
The Federal Council rejected mandatory microchipping in 2019

By The Numbers

100,000-300,000

Feral cats in Switzerland

They Said

"A national solution would be a good basis for the application of Swiss animal protection legislation"
— Federal Food Safety and Veterinary Office (FSVO)

"A national solution seems more effective than a cantonal patchwork"
— FSVO

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