Over the past few years, microchips for dogs have become increasingly popular as a way to protect beloved pets and ensure that they can be returned to their rightful owners should they ever become lost. While many pet owners believe that microchips are a harmless and beneficial form of protection for their pets, there is a debate about whether or not microchips are actually bad for dogs in the long run. In this blog post, we will explore the pros and cons of microchipping dogs so that pet owners can make an informed decision before deciding to get their pet microchipped. We will look at the safety of the technology, the risks associated with microchipping, and the potential benefits of having a microchip implanted in your pet. Through an analysis of the evidence and research, this blog post will attempt to provide pet owners with the best possible advice when it comes to microchipping dogs.
ID that cannot be tampered with
Microchips are implanted beneath the skin, unlike tags and collars, which can be removed at will, such as when an animal is being stolen. Due to their size, which is comparable to a grain of rice, it can be challenging to locate the chip once it has been inserted.
Similarly, there is no way of doctoring a microchip ID. While a clever thief could replace the personal information on a pet’s collar or tag, a microchip’s ID number refers to a database entry that can only be changed with the chip manufacturer after passing stringent security checks.
Naturally, many dog owners are concerned that implanting a microchip will harm their dog. In actuality, the process only takes a few seconds, and no anesthesia is needed. Your dog won’t feel anything after the chip is injected between the shoulder blades.
How Is a Microchip Placed?
A microchip can be implanted in virtually any type of animal at any age because it is so small. A substantial hypodermic needle is used to inject the tiny chip under the skin. Some pet owners decide to delay having their pet spayed or neutered because they fear the large needle will harm their pet. But because it happens so swiftly, as soon as they realize they’ve been poked, everything is over. Make sure to register it with details like your name, phone number, and address once it has been set up. Early installation of a microchip is always a good idea because lost pets with one have a better chance of being reunited with their owners.
Are Microchips Safe?
In the US, cases of negative reactions to microchips are currently only self-reported. The AVMA, however, claims that based on information from the UK, the risk to pets is extremely low and is greatly outweighed by the benefit of recovering a lost pet. Therefore, the AVMA recommends microchips for safe permanent identification.
FAQ
Can microchips cause problems in dogs?
The most typical side effect of canine microchips is chip migration from the site of original implantation. Although this isn’t thought to be harmful to the animal, it can make the chip more difficult to locate and scan, making it less useful for finding lost dogs and returning them safely.
Do microchips cause tumors in dogs?
From Dr. According to Linda Lord, an RFID researcher at Ohio State University in the United States, there is no proof that pets with microchip implants are more likely to get tumors.
Is it good to put a chip in your dog?
The best justification for having your animals microchipped is the increased likelihood that you’ll recover your animal in the event that it is lost or stolen.
Is microchipping cruel?
The procedure takes no longer than giving a vaccination and involves inserting the microchip, which is about the size of a rice grain, under the animal’s skin between the shoulder blades. Fortunately, it won’t hurt your pocketbook, either.