Microchipped Pets

[Rowdy]

I was thinking about getting my dogs chipped. I was wondering if anyone else has had this done for their pets?

[yimyammer]

I was thinking about getting my dogs chipped. I was wondering if anyone else has had this done for their pets?

I did it for my cat, fortunately I've never needed to use it. Simple easy process, costs $16.00 per year to keep him registered, easy pay and sign up online

[Hostile]

The dog we got from the animal shelter has one. Even if you don't keep the tag up, if they ever find your pet they contact you.

[Faerluna]

Check with your local SPCA or other larger rescue organizations. Many times they will have a microchip clinic and you can get it for a very affordable price.

Above all though, make sure you keep the chip info updated. I frequently see where lost pets have a microchip but it was either never registered or the information is old and the owners can't be reached.

[TheDallasDon]

My grandma thinks these are the mark of the beast(people not animals)

[StevenOtero]

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[Rowdy]

http://www.wnd.com/?pageId=131533

This was my only concern.

[Sam I Am]

If dogs catch cancer from these chips, then cell phones would be weapons of mass destruction.

...that is all.

[davidyee]

...safety. Do it.

[tupperware]

Next up, we're microchipping our kidz.

[Teren_Kanan]

Next up, we're microchipping our kidz.

A terrifying and remarkably plausible scenario.

[Sam I Am]

Next up, we're microchipping our kidz.

You mean the government is mocrochipping everyone. ;)

[yimyammer]

The dog we got from the animal shelter has one. Even if you don't keep the tag up, if they ever find your pet they contact you.

That's good to know, so it's safe to quit paying he $16/year?

[Sam I Am]

That's good to know, so it's safe to quit paying he $16/year?

It's $16 a year. If anything, the $16 supports the cause.

[Phrozen Phil]

I just got a rescue dog and she's getting "fixed" on Dec 27th. As part of the deal, the vet will include a microchip. she's also getting $800 worth of dental work, due to neglect and abuse at the puppy mill she came from. It's worth every dime. The microchip idea is a great.

I would also suggest that convicted dog abusers get microchipped so that we can track them and keep them away from our animals.

[WV Cowboy]

Maybe I am old fashioned, (well I know I am) but doesn't putting something under the skin of an animal fall outside the realm of common sense?

What are we doing?

Is it to protect the dog from thieves, or if he runs away?
Who is to say the thieves don't just cut it out?

My dog is never out of our site when he is outside. He is always on a leash, we are always with him, .. and I plan to put in some fencing for him and our grandson in the spring.

I hope I am never forced to put a chip in any of my dogs by a city ordinance.

Like I said, I am old school, but I just don't get it.

[WV Cowboy]

If dogs catch cancer from these chips, then cell phones would be weapons of mass destruction.

...that is all.

We don't imbed cell phones under our skin forever.

[peplaw06]

You mean the government is mocrochipping everyone. ;)You wink, but it's already been suggested for a number of reasons.

[Sam I Am]

We don't imbed cell phones under our skin forever.

It requires forever to get cancer? ;)

[Faerluna]

Maybe I am old fashioned, (well I know I am) but doesn't putting something under the skin of an animal fall outside the realm of common sense?

What are we doing?

Is it to protect the dog from thieves, or if he runs away?
Who is to say the thieves don't just cut it out?

My dog is never out of our site when he is outside. He is always on a leash, we are always with him, .. and I plan to put in some fencing for him and our grandson in the spring.

I hope I am never forced to put a chip in any of my dogs by a city ordinance.

Like I said, I am old school, but I just don't get it.

It's mostly for animals that get lost for whatever reason. Sometimes accidents happen, even when you are very careful with your pets.

Dogs slip their collars or maybe get out of the house if someone opens the door. You might be driving to the vet or the pet store and the dog gets spooked by a horn or a siren. There are innumerable things that could happen to people that are very good pet parents.

Microchips are a good way to be reunited with your pet should someone find them or if they are picked up by animal control. I have seen and read too many stories of dogs getting euthanized, even when their owners have left a picture and description of their dog with the animal control people.

Personally, I'd rather not take that chance. Nobody is mandating that you microchip your dog. It's simply another way to feel that, should anything unexpected happen, you'll have a better chance of getting your pet back.

[Vtwin]

I believe a tattoo is another option some use to identify their pets.

I did a little research on the chip when we got our two about six years ago. At the time there were two different types of chips that each required their own type of reader. We ended up deciding not to chip them. They both wear collars and have thier info on flat tags that are riveted to the collar.

[VietCowboy]

My dog was microchipped by the rescue that took him in. The microchip has their info and they have my info, so if he ever gets lost, hopefully the rescue will be contacted.

[yimyammer]

It's $16 a year. If anything, the $16 supports the cause.

Good point

[StevenOtero]

Maybe I am old fashioned, (well I know I am) but doesn't putting something under the skin of an animal fall outside the realm of common sense?

What are we doing?

Is it to protect the dog from thieves, or if he runs away?
Who is to say the thieves don't just cut it out?

My dog is never out of our site when he is outside. He is always on a leash, we are always with him, .. and I plan to put in some fencing for him and our grandson in the spring.

I hope I am never forced to put a chip in any of my dogs by a city ordinance.

Like I said, I am old school, but I just don't get it.Amen!

[big dog cowboy]

My dog is an indoor dog and never goes outside into my fenced yard alone. So he is not microchipped.

[Bigdog]

do it for. I microchip both our dogs and they are life savers if they ever get lost.

[CowboyMike]

It is required in our city. Both our dogs have one. I don't see any downside to having it done.

[Denim Chicken]

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[CanadianCowboysFan]

I was thinking about getting my dogs chipped. I was wondering if anyone else has had this done for their pets?

mine was when we bought him, I felt badly for him thinking there was a chip in it but never been issue