Mandatory dog and cat import/export registry

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BAI ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 24: Mandatory dog and cat import/export registry

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Title Supreme Court: Mandatory dog and cat import/export registry

Law: Bai Administrative Order No. 24

Decision Date: Sep 5, 2004

The Bureau of Animal Industry mandates the microchip identification and registry of all dogs and cats imported to or exported from the country to enhance animal welfare and ensure proper tracking.

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Purpose and Objective

Ensures proper identification of imported and exported dogs and cats within the country.
Facilitates tracking and regulation consistent with animal welfare.

Registry and Identification System

Establishes a system of mandatory identification and registry.
Uses microchip technology for reliable and permanent identification.
Registry to be managed and maintained by the Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI).

Role of Bureau of Animal Industry (BAI)

BAI is responsible for providing the framework, procedures, and requirements for registration.
Ensures compliance with animal welfare considerations.
Oversees implementation and enforcement.

Implementation and Effectivity

The mandatory identification and registry system takes effect fifteen (15) days after publication.
Publication must be in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general circulation.

Legal Formalization

The order was adopted and signed by the Secretary of Agriculture.
Provides legal basis for enforcement and compliance by importers and exporters of dogs and cats.

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