Articles tagged with 'Identification'
What are the animal welfare benefits of an electronic identification (NLIS) tag for farm animals?
An electronic identification tag enables farm animals to be tracked from their property of birth through to slaughter. The National Livestock Identification System (NLIS) tag is placed in the animal’s ear and stays with the animal on farm, during transport, at saleyards and at the abattoir.
Is microchipping mandatory for cats and dogs?
A microchip is a small rice-grain sized chip that is placed just below the skin in the back of the neck of dogs and cats.
How would a national identification registry help improve horse welfare?
Currently, horse owners are not required to identify or register their horses and there is no national database to record and retrieve this information.