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. |
My Athena isnt little at all, but the opposite. at 8 months old she now weighs 11 pounds, but she is chipped. so far no problems. It is true that if they get lost MOST people dont think to scan. But some do an if she was taken I could prove she is mine if we found who took her. I do also put a collar and Id tag on her however along with a tag that says she is chipped. |
I just typed a massive thing about this subject and Teddy started chasing the text on the screen (as I type quickly) and erased it all with his fat butt .. lol! I have had thoughts similar to others that my dog would not be retuned due to his perceived value and size. But then, I've watched episodes of Animal Cops where strays have been scanned and would have been returned had they been chipped. Having been torn on this decision myself, this post raises further questions as I did not realize there was any alleged health implications to chipping. At this point, I just don't know but thank you OP for raising the issue for consideration which allowed others to put across their points of view. I'll watch this topic with interest! |
Not only are my dogs microchipped but so are my birds. My double yellow head has had a chip ever since they first came out with no problems. I think that was at least 30yrs ago. |
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All of mine are microchip including my 2 .5 lb and 3 lb yorkies., 5 and 6 years old. No problems at all. My biewer puppies at 2 lb each are also. It is a requirement where I live. I also have 2 new fosters who came together, a doxie and a maltese mix. I would love to get them home but no tags and no chip. Someone is probably looking for their dogs and other than flyers and ads we have no way to return them. There are a few honest people who will help if given the proper tools. |
Cody my adopted boy was chipped. He also has tags with phone # on it. My feelings are, A true dog lover would return him. Yorkies being a high end breed, expensive and in high demand found by someone that cares not that this is a much love dog, would not return him. Cody loves ppl, will go to strangers, and has the cutest face. I feel he would never be returned, like someone wrote, if they did not keep him, they would flip him. Most veterinarians have scanners, when they get a new client with an adult dog they do scan, that would be the only way you would get a dog back. My dogs were older, well trained when micro chipping came out. I support micro chipping, taking every precaution in getting you baby back in today's world is a must. Collar with tags is just not enough in today's society. Just MO |
Thank you so much for all your responses!!! I am grateful for this knowledgeable group!!! I've decided to wait and do a bit more research before deciding. Thank you!!! |
There are people who are caring and honest. I have found owners of 4 dogs over the years. I could never keep someone's baby. The first thing I did was scan the dogs. 2 were returned this way and the other 2 were neighbors' dogs that after knocking on every door in a 2 block radius, I found the surprised owners. The 2 were let out of the yard by gardeners and they didn't even know the dogs were gone! But back to the 2 that were chipped. They were two small dogs different owners and years apart, but both sets of owners thrilled to have their loved one home. It was so easy to scan and have the office call. I think it can be the difference between getting your loved one back or not. Do you count on someone taking hours to possibly take a pic of your dog, print them up, post them everywhere and hope you see it? Or go to the nearest vet and scan the pup have the office call. Reunited in 5 minutes... |
All of mine are chipped plus wear id tags 24/7. I want to have every base covered & every possibility of having them returned if they ever do get out. I have also taken every foster turned in to me to the vet to be scanned just in case the person surrendering them was not the rightful owner. You never know if they kept a found dog for a while then changed their mind. |
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That being said, *every* little one should have tags that are easy to read with a working # that can be called! |
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chester was chipped at 6 months old when he was neutered and he is almost 12 in 19 days, his chip gets scanned yearly and never a problem |
All my dogs are microchipped. All my puppies go to their new homes microchipped, I think it is that important. If there is a dispute as to owns a dog, the microchip will get the dog home. |
Have a box of kleenex handy! A lost dog reunited with owner after 7 months...Dora was microchipped. https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=645119902227530 |
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