Pets being sold online with fake microchips and breeder numbers

The head of the Order of Veterinarians warned parliament that 60% of pet sales occur online, often using fraudulent microchips and breeder registration numbers. He proposed mandatory SIAC (Pet Validation System) authentication for all online ads and suggested that pet breeding in domestic contexts be strictly regulated, requiring registration of the mother and offspring within 72 hours.

Why it mattersIf you are planning to buy a pet online, be aware that registration documents may be fraudulent; the Order of Veterinarians recommends verifying any microchip number directly through the official SIAC system.

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Pets being sold online with fake microchips and breeder numbers

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