About microchip installation and information registration

From June 1, 2022, dogs and cats sold at breeders and pet shops are required to be equipped with microchips.
For general owners, wearing microchip is mandatory. However, if a new microchip is attached to a dog or cat bred at home, or if an individual already equipped with a microchip is transferred, the system of the designated registration organization designated by the Minister of the Environment Registration or change registration is mandatory.
For more information, please see the Yokohama City Animal Protection Center page.

Yokohama City requires dog registration based on the Rabies Prevention Law separately from microchip information registration.
For details on how to apply, please see the page on registering your dog.