2006-07-27 07:23:06 · 9 answers · asked by itspink22@sbcglobal.net 6 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
I don't have a problem with it. But unless there is a really good reason, it should not be required
The only point to microchipping the pet is to get the pet back to it's owner. There is no GPS on these things. If the dog gets lost in the woods somewhere, or can't be found, then it doesn't do any good anyway. But if animal control finds a stray, they just scan the chip and get it back to it's owner.
I don't think there's a database for vetinary offices to show if the dog has all it's shots... .
So, it should be a matter of preference.
2006-07-27 07:30:45 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Microchipping is actually useless in the vast majority of cases.
There are at the moment more then 15 different types of microchips being put into dogs and all require a different reader.
Until there is a standardized system for reading them they can never be counted upon as a safeguard to get your pet back.
Most shelters carry 1-3 different readers,if your pet does not have one of these chances are it will be not located and end up killed.
You should join in the fight for standardized chips so one reader can read them all.
2006-07-27 14:43:08 · answer #2 · answered by otter_woman 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is better to have a collar and tags on a dog than a microchip, A microchip has to have a "reader" to read the information on the chip. A lost dog will make it home quicker, if the person finding it can look at the tag and call.
2006-07-27 14:27:01 · answer #3 · answered by bcringler 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in some cities it is required upon redemption and the shelter usually offers the chip at a low cost.
the chip can be missed since the chip doesn't always stay "between the shoulders". my doxie's chip has moved to her lower right ribcage.
if a collar of an animal comes off or someone takes it off and the dog is scanned by a vet or animal control, it can be a good secondary ID for the dog.
the thing about it is, many owners don't register with the chip company. or, like with some of the chips it becomes a dead end with the chip company.
it's a matter of preference and how you use it to your pet's advantage.
2006-07-27 14:57:06 · answer #4 · answered by timpoops 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think that it should be required, because not everyone can afford it, or does not feel a need to but I do think that all responsible pet owners would and do.
2006-07-27 14:26:57 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think its a great idea for all dogs to have a microchip. that way if they slip their coller then who ever finds him/her can take them to a vet or shelter and scan it.
2006-07-27 14:40:31 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No but parents should microchip their kids.
2006-07-27 14:26:53 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some people need microchips.
If your husband/wife are gone for a while, you will know where they went.
I Approve It For dogs!
2006-07-27 14:32:47 · answer #8 · answered by vinible2006 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think its a personal choice. plus the costs to do it. i think i would if i had a dog because its unsafe for a dog to be out on its own
2006-07-27 15:21:34 · answer #9 · answered by cuti pie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋