Microchips

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by wantayorkie23

Ok so no one knows if you can get it removed

Yes, you can get it removed, but this would require an incision. The microchip is about the size of a grain of rice, and while it can be injected with a large needle, you would have to remove it with a scalpel, which is a really sharp surgical knife. I imagine it would be a small incision. Some people think that the microchip gives off radio waves like a microwave oven, this isn't true, and I just wanted to let you know that it isn't anything like a homing device; it's just a small chip that contains information that, if scanned, can be read.

[nishalb23]

I really appreciate everyones response to this. I never expected so many responses!! i am truly loving this community I still am undecided about chipping my Bailee and when we get our new baby girl, who is still unnamed..... I don't know about her either. But thank you all soooo much for all the input!! I will keep reading and will update what I decide to do with Ms Bailee.

[sophielovesgucc]

I seriously and innocently thought these were GPS for dogs that's why I got one for my Gucc..... ooops ... I should have read about itmore before I opted to get one for him I guess but the vets were very much into having him chipped though plus you get free insurance thru some group for getting that microchip too.....

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by sophielovesgucc

I seriously and innocently thought these were GPS for dogs that's why I got one for my Gucc..... ooops ... I should have read about itmore before I opted to get one for him I guess but the vets were very much into having him chipped though plus you get free insurance thru some group for getting that microchip too.....

Lol, wouldn't that be cool if they were, someday.

[fufufashions]

I had 4 of mine chipped when they were spayed. Kissy is the only one not chipped since she hasn't been put under for anything since she was 7 months old. She is 8 years old this year. If i have her put under for anything, i'll have her chipped then. I saw a big dog get it done once and that dog screamed in pain so i just won't do it while they are awake.
I have no fear about it and feel better knowing they would have a better chance of getting found if they were lost or stolen.

[Sweet Apple]

I can understand micro-chips for large dogs that might spend alot of time in the back-yard, and escape, but why a yorkie? If one did get stolen, how would you track them? More than likely, the stolen dog would never be anywhere, or in a situation to be found....Or am I missing something here?
Maggie & Apple
xoxoxo

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by Sweet Apple

I can understand micro-chips for large dogs that might spend alot of time in the back-yard, and escape, but why a yorkie? If one did get stolen, how would you track them? More than likely, the stolen dog would never be anywhere, or in a situation to be found....Or am I missing something here?
Maggie & Apple
xoxoxo

Not all dogs are stolen; it's just a safety precaution. If you read the threads around here, there are plenty of lost dogs. With a stolen dog, there is some protection on proving that the dog is really yours. I registered Joey's microchip number with the AKC and they have a 24-hour service that informs all local animal agencies of the problem, they also contact all vets in the area. This could be especially useful if you are traveling. I'm not sure what the specific microchip company (Home Again) offers for help, but I would call them too, if Joey were lost. I recently read a thread of someone finding a Yorkie at their door and trying everything to find the owner, but the dog had no chip. It's more like you are buying reassurance than anything, but for 20-30 dollars, and lifetime protection, that a lot of reassurance for the money. If I had an unneutered dog, there is no doubt I would get this.

[KimberlySRN]

Suri is microchipped. It is true that your pup must be scanned it isn't a GPS, but I want to make sure I have done everything I can to get my Suri back if heaven forbid she got out. She is microchipped, has tags on when their are any doors open, and will be registered with the AKC lost program. Plus I think it also proves that your pup is your pup. A friend of mine had her dog stolen from her yard. She tried and tried to get him back but only had his AKC papers and the police said that was not enough to tell if that is indeed her dog, plus the person that took her dog would not allow DNA testing. She wishes she had microchipped him because then she would have paper work that match the info in his chip. (She eventually got him back but only because she gave the person a puppy to get him back, I know crazy but it was either that or never see him again.)

[Nancy1999]

Just wanted to add that with the AKC service 359,991 pets have been recovered so far.

[seainthecity]

I have both my yorkie and golden retriever microchipped and will do so with every dog I get. My golden got out of the gate one day when a neighbor's kid openned it. He bolted before I could get to him because he was scared when my neighbor started up his wood chipper. I searched for him for hours and later that night, a local vet called and said a neighbor a couple blocks away had taken him in since he was on the street...then brought him to the vet to get scanned to see if he was chipped. He didn't have a collar on because we have a heavily wooded yard and one day he got caught on a branch when chasing a squirrel (he never catches them, thank goodness) and really bruised his neck. So, long story short...we had him back that night. We are very careful with our dogs but this just shows how something totally unexpected can happen no matter how careful you are.

There was also a story about someone who lost their dog and a few months later she saw her dog at a neighbors. They called police and the dog was ID'd through its chip and happily reunited with its owner. So, I vote for chips.

[seainthecity]

Originally Posted by Nancy1999

Lol, wouldn't that be cool if they were, someday.

I work in the pet business and my friend is an Electrical Engineer. We tried to pioneer a GPS unit last year, but the technology is still too far off for making them small enough to implant. There is a GPS tracking device collar though and I have a couple friends I've gotten them for. Here's the info:

Zoombak's Advanced GPS Dog Locator is a dependable and accurate way to locate your dog and bring him home safely if he runs away or gets stolen. Our lightweight device comfortably attaches to your dog's collar allowing you to help locate him on-demand or via your own customized, active safety zones. Continuous tracking, real-time updates and 24/7 toll-free live customer service will give you the peace of mind you are looking for.

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Water-resistant A-GPS locator and pouch.
24/7 toll-free live customer help.
Service Plan required; ask for details.

[LibbieLu08]

Originally Posted by ILoveBingoo

my older pup didn't come with a Microchip but my new pup did and i asked my vet to put one on my older pup but he said it don't make sense to put it because if someone finds him and dosn't take him to a vet or a shelter to get scanned than u wont get him back and they will just keep him so i changed my mind...

Yeap! Thats what I said too! HONESTLY..... if somone was the find a yorkie or any small breed in that case. Most likely....they'll keep it.

Plus...it reminds me of the 666 thing.....sorry but I'm against it

[lil fu fu girl]

I do not have mine microchipped.
I know that people are very concerned about losing their pets. However, Dr. Benezra, Director of the Cancer Biology Genetics program for Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center has proven a definite link between RFID microchip transponders and malignant sarcomas in rats , mice and dogs. These sarcomas form and surround the chip and then can metastisize to other parts of the body. These implants were unequivocally identified as the cause of the cancer.
To me,in my opinion, that is too much of a risk.
I have taken determined measures to train my dogs not to run out the door, or run away. Stay is one of the first commandments.
But like I always say, they are your animals and you have to do what you think is best for them. Best of luck

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by lil fu fu girl

I do not have mine microchipped.
I know that people are very concerned about losing their pets. However, Dr. Benezra, Director of the Cancer Biology Genetics program for Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center has proven a definite link between RFID microchip transponders and malignant sarcomas in rats , mice and dogs. These sarcomas form and surround the chip and then can metastisize to other parts of the body. These implants were unequivocally identified as the cause of the cancer.
To me,in my opinion, that is too much of a risk.
I have taken determined measures to train my dogs not to run out the door, or run away. Stay is one of the first commandments.
But like I always say, they are your animals and you have to do what you think is best for them. Best of luck

Radio-frequency identification (RFID) is not what is being used in the microchips, RFID use tracking radio waves; it's a completely different thing, and I agree more studies are needed to determine their safety. It probably similar technology to the tracking collar that seainthecity speaks about in post 41, but it has nothing to do with microchips, and their safety has been clearly proven.


Here is information on the RFID tracking devices, sometimes they are used on passports and things of that nature. Radio-frequency identification - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

[lil fu fu girl]

Originally Posted by Nancy1999

Radio-frequency identification (RFID) is not what is being used in the microchips, RFID use tracking radio waves; it's a completely different thing, and I agree more studies are needed to determine their safety. It probably similar technology to the tracking collar that seainthecity speaks about in post 41, but it has nothing to do with microchips, and their safety has been clearly proven.


Here is information on the RFID tracking devices, sometimes they are used on passports and things of that nature. Radio-frequency identification - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Actually, it is the same thing. Read further down on your article.
RFID's(or chips) used on animals are labeled "passive or inert" because they contain no internal power source and do not act until acted upon.They contain three components; a silicon integrated circuit board which is the memory that holds the owners info, and inductor which acts as the radio antenna, and a capacitor which works with the inudcutor to essentially form a tuner.
As for their safety, I will stick with my initial stand with Dr. Benezra.
But thanks for the info.