Animal welfare organisations have backed calls for compulsory microchipping for dogs – saying it could save the lives of thousands of pets a year. In a survey of pet lovers carried out by the Kennel Club, 90 per cent said they agreed with the introduction of compulsory microchipping. However, Carl Padgett, president of the British Veterinary Association, said the Scottish Government is lagging on the issue – urging it to begin the process of looking into legislation.