(1)  For section 12(1) of the Act, a cat is implanted with a microchip in a prescribed manner if –

(a) the microchip is implanted –

(i) by a microchip implanter; and

(ii) in a manner consistent with the provisions of AVA Policy on Electronic Identification of Animals – Microchip, ratified by the AVA on 8 April 2016 and as amended or substituted from time to time, that relate to the implantation of a microchip in a cat; or

(b) the cat was implanted with a microchip before the commencement of the Act.

(2)  A person must not implant a microchip in a cat unless the person is a microchip implanter.

Penalty:  Fine not exceeding 5 penalty units.