Kidapawan now requires microchips for pets to fight rabies

KIDAPAWAN CITY —The Sangguniang Panlungsod here now requires the microchipping of pets across the 40 villages, as it raised the fees for impounded strays. Dr. Eugene Gornez, City Veterinary Office (CVO) chief, said the purpose of putting microchips on fur babies is “to ensure responsible ownership of dogs and cats.” Pet owners are required to