Microchipping is recommended for both cats and dogs as a permanent and safe form of identification. In some states it is compulsory at 12 weeks of age, or when they go to a new home. Unfortunately, many family pets are euthanased every day because they cannot be identified. Microchips cannot be altered and do not fade over time, whereas tags and collars can easily be lost. The microchip is injected under the skin between the shoulder blades and remains there for life, ready to be identified by a special scanner and your pet promptly returned to you if lost. Ask your vet for more information on microchipping.
2007-01-06 14:48:55 · 17 answers · asked by Serinity4u2find 6 in Pets ➔ Cats
I used to work in a clinic and many cats were microchipped.
This is not, however, a fool proof way for having your pet returned safely to you. Pets are still stolen, lost, even euthanized in shelters because not every vet and not every shelter checks for a chip or has the means to check.
With more and more pets being chipped, this will soon be as regular as a vaccine. Let's hope sooner than later.
2007-01-06 14:54:41 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
My 2 dogs are just for the fact of if they run away or get lost, they could be found easier or if ended up at the shelter, they would know who the owner is to be able to contact them.
I have 2 cats and I don't have them microchiped. They are terrified of going outdoors and whenever the door opens, they bolt the other way so I am really not worried about them disappering.
I really do think it's a great idea but it should be left up to the owner of the cat or dog.
2007-01-06 14:57:01 · answer #2 · answered by kerrberr95 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The cat and dog I have that were adopted thru humane societies are chipped. If my other cat ever went outside (or showed any interest in trying to get out) then I would chip her too for sure. I can't imagine how worried I would be to lose one of my pets. Microchips give me peace of mind, and a fighting chance for a pet that gets loose.
2007-01-06 15:32:40 · answer #3 · answered by RMT1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would microchip my cat just in case he/she got out of the house or was an outside cat. It is a great idea to microchip both dogs and cats so that they will be returned to their owners if they are ever lost.
2007-01-06 15:01:34 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
At the shelter I adopted my two kitties from, they automatically chip them. Though I think you actually have to register the chip numbers so that if they do get lost that when they are checked they know who to contact. I don't believe it's automaticly done for you when you get the chip inserted. So, if you do get your animals chipped make sure that you take all of the steps to make sure that the system works properly.
I wouldn't mind the chip being more like a lowjack chip, so if they are lost you can locate them by calling the kitty napper police and they can trace where they are. Now I think that would be cool. :)
2007-01-06 20:21:38 · answer #5 · answered by midnight skye 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have all of my dogs microchipped and I think that everyone should have it done.
Last year, I found a beagle while we were camping. We took it to the vet and sure enough it had been microchipped. The vet was able to contact the owners and they came to pick him up. They were so excited to see him again (he was just as excited to see them).
2007-01-06 14:58:23 · answer #6 · answered by GingerMoon 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well I have a 12 year old male cat and he is my baby but I never let him outside. Simply because I live in a large apt complex and others let their cats outside and the landlord will call the animal control if they see a stray cat outside and there are people here who let their pit bulls run loose and I worry my cat would get attacked if I let him out. But he never tries to get outside I have a carrier for him and take him in it when he needs to go to the vet. But I think it's a great idea and if I let him out I would.
2007-01-07 09:11:44 · answer #7 · answered by kathmrc 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My 3 kittens are all indoor cats. My oldest cat (9 months old) in micro-chipped, just in case she gets out of the house.
I plan on micro-chipping my 13 week old kitten and my 8 week old kitten shortly.
I think it's much better being safe than sorry. My cats HATE wearing collars (and most don't fit on 8 week and 13 week old kittens!) so micro-chips are the next best thing.
2007-01-06 18:00:33 · answer #8 · answered by Elena 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If I can find a vet that does the microchips in my area I'm having all of mine (3 dogs) done.
I think it is an awesome idea.
2007-01-06 15:00:52 · answer #9 · answered by Debra J 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My dog is chipped, but my cat never goes outside. So I don't see myself doing that.
Animals that are chipped are now given tattoos to let vets and shelter workers know they are chipped.
2007-01-06 14:55:15 · answer #10 · answered by Melissa Me 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋