A spokesperson for the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs told us it is completely false. From 1 October every pet dog and cat in the UK will be subject to a £100 annual fee. We’ve spotted several videos circulating on Facebook and TikTok claiming that from 1 October the government is introducing a £100 annual fee for “every dog and cat in the UK”. Before sharing videos such as this that you see online, first consider whether they come from a trustworthy and verifiable source. Our Full Fact toolkit contains guides and tips to help you navigate information online.