With any procedure there are risks, in the case of microchipping, I feel the benefits clearly outweighed the risks. With the millions of dogs microchipped there have been very few incidents of problems. It's unfortunate that government has to dictate rules, but certain areas have a real problem with animals freely roaming, and irresponsible owners. These dogs impregnate other dogs, and the shelters have to euthanize thousands of dogs daily. I think officials are at a loss on how to handle the problems of roaming dogs, and at least with a microchip, they know whom the dog belongs to. Another real problem of which many people aren't aware, is the increasing popularity of dog fighting. People seen with a bloody beat-up dog, just deny that the dog is theirs. Microchipping could seriously cut down, on all the owner denials seen in this sport. Remember, they don't even care about the loser dog, and don't necessary want it back. |