- What is microchipping?
Microchipping is a means of marking animals by subdermally inserting tiny electronic devices that after being inducted (by a microchip scanner) emit waves that the scanner recognizes as a set of digits.
- Is microchipping mandatory for all animals in the Republic of Croatia?
Microchipping is mandatory for all dogs born after 1 October 2004.
- Where and how is microchipping performed?
In the Republic of Croatia, microchipping is performed only in certified veterinary clinics that also provide rabies vaccinations. The same service is offered by DIA VET. The procedure is performed using special microchips intended for dogs born in Croatia. The animal’s place of birth can be detected by scanning the microchip.
- How will my pet react to being microchipped?
The procedure is virtually painless for the animal, or as painful as any other injection.
- How can I cross the border with a microchipped dog?
It is well known that veterinary inspection is present only at certain border crossings. Of course, entering and leaving the country is allowed at all border crossings, so the customs staff are required to hold a microchip scanner. If a dog has a microchip that is not ISO 11784/11785 compliant, the owner must bring their own microchip scanner.
Translation by: Mojca Čađo