The Law, Horse Passport Regulations (2004) requires all horses, ponies and donkeys in the UK to have a passport, and for that passport to be kept up to date. The enforcement of the legislation ensures the continued availability of veterinary medicines such as Bute. These medicines would otherwise be withdrawn with serious welfare implications for horses.
From the 1st July 2009 Directive EC 504/2008 requires owners to have their equine microchipped before applying for a passport. If your animal is already microchipped you will still need a veterinary surgeon to verify that information on your passport... [Read More]