to Microchip or not to microchip?
 

This probably has been discussed already, but is it worth microchipping our pups? (We did drop them off this morning for their spay/neuter and was going to have them chipped but decided not to for today).

If they do get microchipped, will we need to register them and is there a yearly cost to keep it in the database?

Thank you!

There isn't typically a yearly cost and I say microchip microchip microchip....it is just one more thing to always keep your baby safe.

I would never even think twice about not getting mine chipped in fact I pick up my puppy 1/14 and 1/15 she gets chipped, each chip is different and you don't have to pay but for $17.99 a year to get which to me is well worth it in my opinion.
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I say microchip:) It could be the one thing that helps your baby get back to you if they ever get lost.

Why NOT microchip???? ??? Pup not worth the meager expense???

Some companies do a yearly cost, but it includes other things rather than just the listing. I think microchipping is one of the safest procedures you can do for your dog. Millions of dogs have been returned to their owners because of having a chip and there is no question of ownership when you chip. I've heard it doesn't hurt to get the chip, but I still think it's safest to put in the chip when they are being neutered, that way there's no chance of them flinching.

You might be interested in these threads. http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/gen...ies-found.html

http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/gen...py-ending.html

Also this thread: http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/off...und-story.html

I have both an iPhone and iPad that stay on me 24/7 same with my husband, well Home Again has an app where any Home Again chipped animal take goes missing near my job or work I get an alert with picture and description so I make sure we both carry treats in our trucks so we can help watch out for the missing pets.... This is an instant alert your pup runs out the door you pick up your phone make that alert and every pet lover with that app near you is alerted to help you search so in my opinion using Home Again is great in more ways than one!!

Oh wow, that sounds wonderful! The sooner you can act, the more likely your dog will be safely found.

Definitely microchip. You hear stories everyday of a dog that got lost ("he never leaves my side.." or "he never even goes outside.."). Anything can happen. Microchip and make sure they always have a collar with ID tags. Don't be the one that thinks "that will never happen to my dog." It can for sure. Arm yourself with every tool available to help find your dog if that happens.

Everything I just said are Pros to microchipping.
Cons = can't think of a one

Micro chip. I would not have it any other way

Microchip

I considering not getting Tink microchipped but went ahead with it when she was spayed. I am so glad I did. The vet charged $40 to do the chipping and the HomeAgain service charges $17.99/year. Both charges are more than worth it, in my opinion. Tink has a fenced doggy area at home and she is always with me when out of the home but things happen that we can't foresee. Also, Yorkies are one of the top dogs that are stolen.

A microchip isn't a guarantee but it's just one more step I can take to help insure against losing her.

I don't know of any microchip that has a yearly fee. Home Again has a 17.00 fee but that is for EXTRA services. Once you pay the initial fee for the chip, your pup is registered for life!

You do not have to pay that yearly fee to have your pup in their system. That fee is for extra services...NOT for the chip to be in the database. It is there with the initial fee...for life!

Definitely! Nothing more to say!

Nilla was microchipped I'm pretty sure the first day I took her to the vet for a puppy health check! I was determined! If she got away from me or was taken, I don't know WHAT I would do. She's not only my dog, she is my best friend. I think FOR ME it was $35-ish and no yearly cost. I go to the more expensive clinic in town though because my friend is a vet assistant there and I knew she would make sure my baby is taken care of! ^^

Definitely go for the chip. It's nothing you have to upkeep (except updating weight, health conditions, and such online), and it's a little more peace of mind if something were to happen! Good luck! :o)

It is inconceivable to me not to chip my babies! If you're going to go to all the expense that comes with Yorkie ownership, why not microchip? It is a small price to pay for such peace of mind!

Microchip!

Definitely micro chip

I had Gracie chipped when she was spayed. I paid about a $45.00 registration fee and have never had to pay another cent. There have been so many stories lately of lost and stolen Yorkies that I would not hesitate to chip my dog.

The humane society was putting out warning this year and last about the rise in the theft of Yorkies and other small breed dogs.

I also keep a cat collar on Gracie with an ID tag. During her first year she was an escape artiest. She has stopped that behavior but you cannot be too careful with these babies.

The PROS of microchiping override the Cons, so please consider microchiping your dog , every dog that leaves my house is microchiped.
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Definitely microchip!
Not all companies charge, Henri has a PetLink microchip and it's free for a lifetime listing, and you can add as many pets to your account as you like, they even send me emails every now and then to make sure the info on the listing is up to date. Microchipping isn't expensive and can definitely make a difference if your pet gets lost :)

Heres a little story. Gizmo went to live with his new Mom and Dad and a week later I get a phone call from a Kennel in Columbus Ohio saying they have my dog. I had him chipped. Seems the new Mom and Dad went to visit friends in Columbus and when someone opened the front door. he bolted. If he would not have had his chip, he would never have went back to his Mom and Dad. I make sure all of mine are chipped.

Thank you everyone!!! Will definitely get them chipped at their next visit.

The SPCA usually does it for 5 bucks so it is worth it. And when I microchipped Mr. Hankey they told me there was no other fees for the microchip.

Most companies charge a one time registration fee. Would you mind testing you chip number at this site to see if it's registered? Pet Microchip Lookup - Powered by AAHA

Yea Mr. Hankey's chip shows up it is through a company called petlink.net

Thanks so much for checking, I just wanted to make sure that the price included everything. I'm not sure every town has this service, but from now on, I'll suggest they check with the SPCA too!

Could not agree more. Any extra little chance to find a lost Tibbe is well worth any price.