Microchip concerns Hi. I'm new here. Could you give me your thoughts on microchipping a small (2.9 lb, year old ) yorkie please? I thought it was a duh yes for obvious identification reasons then I was reading about increased cancer risk and development of tumors at the site and other complications (migrating or failing chip etc). I am more concerned because our pup is so small. She is in getting fixed tonight and last minute i declined the chip because i was nervous. I would like to talk to other owners of SMALL yorkies especially before making a decision. I'd appreciate any thoughts. Thank you so much!!!! |
I read those same things and that is why I have decided not have mine chipped. A lot of people don't even think to have the dog scanned if they pick up a dog they see on the street. I use a collar and an id tag. |
I have not had any of mine chipped. After reading all the pros and cons I just don't feel like it's for us. |
All of mine are microchiped. I have one that is almost 3 pounds and she has one. None of mine have never had a problem. |
I have a little one myself-3 lbs, 1.5 years... Even tho I don't let her out of my sight, I realize that bleep happens, dogs get lost/stolen, etc everyday and for me, I want every tool to recover her that I can use. I have collars and id tags on her at all times, and yes, she's chipped. I've had it scanned twice in the last year to make sure it's a) in the same place and b) is working properly. There's already plenty of risks for these little ones, that to me, the benefits of her being chipped, outweighed the risks. I understand it's different for everyone, but for me, I was more comfortable with her being chipped than without. I'm also looking unto gps id/recovery tags... Maybe it's overkill and sure it's relying on the goodwill and honesty of strangers, but if Billi ever wound up in the hands of someone willing to return her, I want them to have plenty of options to do so and make it as easy as possible to get her back! |
Mine are all chipped. And when you go for your annual exam, you can ask them to scan for the chip to make sure the chip is functioning and in the right spot as well. They also have collars and ID tags. And while I understand that each State and Province might have different protocols; when-ever I have brought a new dog in, and or puppy in, the first the vet does is scan for a microchip; I also have to show proof of purchase as well, other than of course for the puppies I might have bred. As a CKC breeder, we need to permanently identify our puppies prior to placement in homes; we can use either a tattoo or a microchip. The AKC also requires permanent identification prior to registering your dog with AKC. ` |
My dog is so flipping cute that I know I can't "lose" him...he'd never be returned. It's sad, but it's reality. So, no, I've not bothered with chipping. |
Cancer & migration of the chip are rare. I personally think cancer from being vaccinated between the shoulder blades are more common than from the microchip (which happens to be in the same spot). Migration doesn't happen anymore (for Home Again), bc of the newer technology of the chips, anti-migration features. Dog and Cat ID Microchipping | HomeAgain Pet Microchip HomeAgain is the only dog & cat microchipping product on the market today that has the Bio-Bond patented anti-migration feature to help ensure that the microchip will stay in place so that it may be easily located and scanned. I hear more happy stories about being reunited w/a lost pet than a pet getting cancer from being microchipped. Quote:
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All of my dogs are chipped. One has been chipped by her breeder 14 years ago. No cancer here along with no worry. My dogs wear collars and tags 24/7 unless taken off for baths or hospitalizations/procedures when they are tagged as hospital patients. I like knowing that they are scanned and can be reunited with me a variety of different ways. Luckily I've never had them go missing but you never know. |
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I'm lucky that I live in an indoor apartment. It would take a WHOLE lot of effort for Shelly to run off. He'd have to get through two locked doors without my (three...small, locked off apartment building) neighbors who know him, and myself, being oblivious. Just not worth it to me, in my situation. |
I have found lost dogs twice that were chipped so it was easy getting them back home. Another advantage is "some day" we are going to make it to Europe and we will visit the countries that welcome dogs. Our dog who will be perfectly trained by then :rolleyes:. Microchipping is required. |
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Mine are all chipped and all the babies I sell are chipped before going to new homes. I am prayerful that some day, with all the laws and regulations and rules and restrictions, some genius will suddenly realize that if all dogs were microchipped, and it was a law that all vet offices/rescues/etc had to scan for microchips and record the number on the dogs records, many people that appear with a little Yorkie they "just got" , will be discovered as NOT the legitimate owner on record with the microchip service. Then further steps can be taken to locate the correct owner, such as a phone call right then from the vet, to the person listed as owner with the microchip company, asking if they have lost a dog or did they infact sell/give the dog up? I see many happy reunions in the future for many heartbroken owners. |
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