The microchip is mandatory for all dogs in Spain and for cats since the 2023 Animal Welfare Law. At Interzoo Viriato we implant it, register it in RIAC and update the passport in one visit.
It's the only way to legally identify your pet and recover it if lost.
In Spain the microchip is mandatory for all dogs. Since the 2023 law, it's also mandatory for cats. Fines of up to €10,000 for non-compliance.
The microchip is a rice-grain-sized device implanted under the skin. It contains a unique code that identifies your pet for life.
If your pet escapes or gets lost, any vet or shelter can scan the microchip and contact you. Without it, proving ownership is nearly impossible.
The microchip is mandatory for the EU Pet Passport and for travelling with your pet to any country.
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Quick, painless injection — like a vaccine. Your pet won't even notice.
We register it in RIAC (Madrid's official pet census) on the spot.
We update the health card and EU passport if you have one. All in one visit.
"Got my puppy microchipped and it was super quick. The vet was really kind and explained the whole registration process. Everything done in 15 minutes."
No. It's implanted with a special syringe, similar to a vaccine. Most pets don't react at all. No anaesthesia or sedation needed.
From 6-8 weeks old. Ideally at the first vet visit, together with the first vaccines.
No. The microchip is a passive identification device. It doesn't emit a signal or have a battery. It can only be read with a special scanner at close range.
Yes. Since the 2023 Animal Welfare Law, the microchip is mandatory for all cats in Spain. Even indoor cats must be identified.
It's the official pet registry of the Community of Madrid. It's where the microchip is registered with your contact details. We do the registration on the spot at Interzoo Viriato.
The price includes implantation + RIAC registration. Ask us on WhatsApp for the current price. We do everything in one visit of less than 15 minutes.
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