Micro Chiping dogs...is it safe? - Page 3

jaxs mom · ‎04-18-2012

On 1/10/2015 CrazyDaisy said:
On 1/10/2015 jaxs mom said:
Actually, it's not without risk. It's well know that the micro chips can migrate to other parts of the body which means they may not be detected if they aren't scanned for in the right place. In one case an animal died and the micro chip was found in the brain stem. Additionally studies have shown that some animals developed cancer at the site of the microchip.

My vet will check the chip for placement and verify it is in working order during their annual visits.

Nothing is life is without risk, the value of the chip far out weights the slight risk that may or may not exist.

The vet checking annually isn't going to do anything if it's moved though. The problem comes if the animal gets lost and the chip has migrated away from the usual site and not detected at the shelter. There are documented cases of animals being put to sleep that were chipped because the chip moved and wasn't detected when it was needed. There isn't anything a vet can do about that if it happens.

I'm not saying anyone shouldn't get chipped. I'm just addressing the usual and repeated claims that it's "perfectly safe" as if there aren't known issues.

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CrazyDaisy · ‎03-20-2010

On 1/10/2015 jaxs mom said:
On 1/10/2015 CrazyDaisy said:
On 1/10/2015 jaxs mom said:
Actually, it's not without risk. It's well know that the micro chips can migrate to other parts of the body which means they may not be detected if they aren't scanned for in the right place. In one case an animal died and the micro chip was found in the brain stem. Additionally studies have shown that some animals developed cancer at the site of the microchip.

My vet will check the chip for placement and verify it is in working order during their annual visits.

Nothing is life is without risk, the value of the chip far out weights the slight risk that may or may not exist.

The vet checking annually isn't going to do anything if it's moved though. The problem comes if the animal gets lost and the chip has migrated away from the usual site and not detected at the shelter. There are documented cases of animals being put to sleep that were chipped because the chip moved and wasn't detected when it was needed. There isn't anything a vet can do about that if it happens.

I'm not saying anyone shouldn't get chipped. I'm just addressing the usual and repeated claims that it's "perfectly safe" as if there aren't known issues.

Chips that have moved or are no longer working can be removed (or even left alone). You can then have the pet re-chipped. My vet will do that at no cost in the unlikely case that the first one is not detectable in the normal scanning areas. Owners must be diligent and have these chips checked just as you need to get licenses, put tags on collars and see a vet.

Shelters are aware that, while unlikely, chips can migrate. The fact that they failed to scan the entire dog looking for them is inexcusable. I would also ask why these owners did not check the shelter for there lost dog. Having a chip is not a guarantee their dog will be returned. I have read several stories on these boards of people finding dogs and keeping them.

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colliegirls · ‎05-13-2012

All of our recent rescues were micro-chipped. It is right beneath the skin and none of our dogs acted like they felt anything. I think it is a great idea just in case they get lost without their collars or on vacation.

apple1964 · ‎08-07-2013

${#emotions_dlg.glare}$ I have not heard that it was not safe.. But, it was never needed for any of my dogs. And I have four rescue dogs now.

jaxs mom · ‎04-18-2012

On 1/10/2015 CrazyDaisy said:
On 1/10/2015 jaxs mom said:
On 1/10/2015 CrazyDaisy said:
On 1/10/2015 jaxs mom said:
Actually, it's not without risk. It's well know that the micro chips can migrate to other parts of the body which means they may not be detected if they aren't scanned for in the right place. In one case an animal died and the micro chip was found in the brain stem. Additionally studies have shown that some animals developed cancer at the site of the microchip.

My vet will check the chip for placement and verify it is in working order during their annual visits.

Nothing is life is without risk, the value of the chip far out weights the slight risk that may or may not exist.

The vet checking annually isn't going to do anything if it's moved though. The problem comes if the animal gets lost and the chip has migrated away from the usual site and not detected at the shelter. There are documented cases of animals being put to sleep that were chipped because the chip moved and wasn't detected when it was needed. There isn't anything a vet can do about that if it happens.

I'm not saying anyone shouldn't get chipped. I'm just addressing the usual and repeated claims that it's "perfectly safe" as if there aren't known issues.

Chips that have moved or are no longer working can be removed (or even left alone). You can then have the pet re-chipped. My vet will do that at no cost in the unlikely case that the first one is not detectable in the normal scanning areas. Owners must be diligent and have these chips checked just as you need to get licenses, put tags on collars and see a vet.

Shelters are aware that, while unlikely, chips can migrate. The fact that they failed to scan the entire dog looking for them is inexcusable. I would also ask why these owners did not check the shelter for there lost dog. Having a chip is not a guarantee their dog will be returned. I have read several stories on these boards of people finding dogs and keeping them.

Obviously the owners did check the shelter, that's how they found out their micro chip hadn't been detected and their dog PTS.

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CrazyDaisy · ‎03-20-2010

On 1/11/2015 jaxs mom said:
On 1/10/2015 CrazyDaisy said:
On 1/10/2015 jaxs mom said:
On 1/10/2015 CrazyDaisy said:
On 1/10/2015 jaxs mom said:
Actually, it's not without risk. It's well know that the micro chips can migrate to other parts of the body which means they may not be detected if they aren't scanned for in the right place. In one case an animal died and the micro chip was found in the brain stem. Additionally studies have shown that some animals developed cancer at the site of the microchip.

My vet will check the chip for placement and verify it is in working order during their annual visits.

Nothing is life is without risk, the value of the chip far out weights the slight risk that may or may not exist.

The vet checking annually isn't going to do anything if it's moved though. The problem comes if the animal gets lost and the chip has migrated away from the usual site and not detected at the shelter. There are documented cases of animals being put to sleep that were chipped because the chip moved and wasn't detected when it was needed. There isn't anything a vet can do about that if it happens.

I'm not saying anyone shouldn't get chipped. I'm just addressing the usual and repeated claims that it's "perfectly safe" as if there aren't known issues.

Chips that have moved or are no longer working can be removed (or even left alone). You can then have the pet re-chipped. My vet will do that at no cost in the unlikely case that the first one is not detectable in the normal scanning areas. Owners must be diligent and have these chips checked just as you need to get licenses, put tags on collars and see a vet.

Shelters are aware that, while unlikely, chips can migrate. The fact that they failed to scan the entire dog looking for them is inexcusable. I would also ask why these owners did not check the shelter for there lost dog. Having a chip is not a guarantee their dog will be returned. I have read several stories on these boards of people finding dogs and keeping them.

Obviously the owners did check the shelter, that's how they found out their micro chip hadn't been detected and their dog PTS.

How long did it take them to start looking? Shelters do not pick them up, scan for a chip then put them down if one is not detected. There are a certain number of days shelters are required to hold the dogs to allow the owners to claim them. In my area it is 3 - 5 days. Even at that point they are put up for adoption not automatically put down. Owners can not take a passive attitude if there pet is missing, even if they are chipped.

Someday, when scientists discover the center of the Universe....some people will be disappointed it is not them.

ccassaday · ‎10-21-2010

Yep. We have a four day holding period for lost pets. Then they are put up for adoption if they are adoptable. They do not just put them to sleep.

mousiegirl · ‎03-09-2010

I won't do it.

chickenbutt · ‎03-09-2010

There must be another golden retriever who sometimes roams the area because we keep having neighbors calling, frantically, asking if Ru is home because they just saw a dog who looks just like him, out in the street.

I wish people would either take better care of their pets or find them homes where people will love them properly.

Even though he's always here with me and we have a fenced in back yard, I still feel more comfortable with him having the chip. Whenever my husband takes him in to the doctor I ask him to have them scan to make sure the chip is still legible and where it's supposed to be.

Scottish Terriers · ‎01-21-2013

No, micrchips are not safe. Imbedding a foreign object into a living being will have ramifications. Dr. Albrecht has done extensive research for many years and her resesrch has much merit. I would suggest to do some reading which will enable you to make an informed decision.