🐾 When a Microchip Isn’t Enough – What Vets Need to Know

🩺 Protecting Pets, Supporting Vets – The PetPact® Advantage

As a veterinary professional, your role goes beyond clinical care – you’re often a trusted advisor helping clients do the best for their beloved companions.

PetPact®, developed by Roche Legal, is a simple yet powerful planning tool that allows pet owners to clearly set out who should care for their pet if the unexpected happens.
It provides legal clarity, peace of mind, and a smoother experience for both pet owners and veterinary teams.

⚠️ Why Microchips Aren’t Enough

Many clients believe a microchip proves ownership – but under UK law, microchip registration identifies only the ‘keeper’, not the legal owner.

This can cause confusion or even conflict during:

💔 Relationship breakdowns

🤒 Owner illness or incapacity

💚 Bereavement

In these moments, vets may be left in awkward, uncertain, or even legally risky situations.

✅ How PetPact® Helps

PetPact® bridges this legal gap by setting out written wishes that clarify:

🐾 Who the owner recognises as the pet’s legal guardian

🐾 Who should assume care in an emergency

🐾 What arrangements co-owners have agreed

🐾 The owner’s expectations for future care and wellbeing

🐶 Why Vets Recommend PetPact®

✔️ Prevent Disputes – Avoid being caught in the middle of ownership or consent disagreements.
✔️ Support Consent & GDPR Compliance – Identify who is legally entitled to make decisions, reducing risk of data breaches or unauthorised treatment.
✔️ Strengthen Client Loyalty – Show your clinic is proactive, compassionate, and committed to complete pet care.
✔️ Add Value to Your Service – Include PetPact® in welcome packs or suggest it during check-ups – a small step with meaningful impact.

✍️ What Is PetPact®?

🐾 A legally informed, personalised letter of wishes for pet care

🐾 Completed online in minutes

🐾 Suitable for single or joint pet owners

🐾 Created by a regulated UK law firm

🐾 Just £45 (individual) / £55 (joint)

🐾 Includes a £5 donation to UK animal charities with every PetPact®

💬 How to Introduce PetPact® to Clients

Here are some simple ways you can start the conversation:

🗨️ “If anything ever happened to you, do you know who would take care of [pet’s name]? PetPact® is a simple way to put your wishes in writing – and it can save a lot of heartache later on.”

🗨️ “We recommend PetPact® to help avoid confusion in emergencies or disputes – it’s quick to do and offers real peace of mind.”

📞 Get in Touch

Want to learn more about PetPact® or share it with your clients?

👉 Contact us here.