Petitions/Random Microchip Checks and Harsher Penalties for Abandoning Cats
StatusClosed
Opened20 May 2025
Closes20 Nov 2025
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We call on the government to introduce random home microchip checks and harsher penalties for those who abandon cats and kittens. We think stronger laws and proactive measures would ensure accountability, protect vulnerable animals, and prevent cruelty, ensuring offenders are held responsible.

Every year, countless kittens and cats are abandoned, suffering neglect and cruelty. We think the current penalties are not enough to deter. By introducing random home microchip checks, we think this could hold owners accountable, ensure pets are registered, and prevent abandonment. We also call for harsher penalties to better protect animals and ensure that those who abandon pets face serious consequences. With these measures, we think we can reduce animal suffering and promote responsible pet ownership in the UK.

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Jack Abbott
1Jack Abbott MP
Ipswich
33
Patrick Spencer
2Patrick Spencer MP
Central Suffolk and North Ipswich
14
James Cartlidge
3James Cartlidge MP
South Suffolk
7
Jenny Riddell-Carpenter
4Jenny Riddell-Carpenter MP
Suffolk Coastal
6
Kirith Entwistle
5Kirith Entwistle MP
Bolton North East
3
Lisa Smart
6Lisa Smart MP
Hazel Grove
3
Neil Coyle
7Neil Coyle MP
Bermondsey and Old Southwark
2
Sarah Jones
8Sarah Jones MP
Croydon West
2
Yuan Yang
9Yuan Yang MP
Earley and Woodley
2
Mr Andrew Snowden
10Mr Andrew Snowden MP
Fylde
2