Marcel is 3.3-3.4.
Wylie is 7.5.
They are chipped and have collars with tags (only for id purposes) at ALL times. There are people in my area who have said "what is a microchip???" - so, that's really all I need to know.
I've used collars/tags on all my pets for 35 years and have never had a single issue. You do have to fit a tag differently on a small dog vs. a big dog. You only want to be able to just fit a pinky btwn the collar and the neck for a small dog (NOT 2 fingers!). If fitted properly, it should be safe. Of course, we've read about freak accidents even here on YT, but still - my boys will always have their tags on.