Dog registration

Identification

For dogs that cannot wear a collar for some reason, and remember collars can be lost or removed, the microchip implant is a reliable method of identification. This is a tiny electronic transponder injected into the loose skin at the back of the neck which can be read by a scanner and enables the owners details to be traced via a central computer. Lewes District Council have these scanners and every dog handled by them is automatically scanned.  The owners can then be contacted and arrangements made for the return of the dog.

To contact your Local Animal Wardens telephone the Council on 01273 471600 or direct dial 01273 484330.  Alternatively you can e-mail ehealth@lewes.gov.uk.

Use this number to report stray or missing dogs, and if you have any problems or enquiries relating to dogs.

Responsible Dog Ownership

See the Responsible Dog Ownership leaflet in the Relevant Documents section below for more information.