"Paul M. Cook" wrote in message
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"Rebel Rouser" wrote in message
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Is there a certain brand of chip that is best ? Has anyone had any
problems or good results from getting their cat chiped ?
Thank You very much,


Before you do it, research the cancer risk. I adopted a chipped cat back
in 06 and last year I elected to have the chip removed. For me, the risk
was too high.

Paul


The risk of your cat being lost and never returned, particularly since cats
are wonderful escape artists and also find ways to get out of their collars,
is much greater than the risk of cancer or any other perceived risk with a
microchip. Just take a look at all the lost cats on your local Craig's
List, for example. Unlike dogs, many cat owners don't put a collar and tags
on their cats, and indoor-only cats are really screwed if they get outside
accidentally. With a chip there's always hope you'll be reunited, but
without one - the chances just aren't that great.

Both of my indoor-only cats are chipped, and so is our dog. Dogs get out of
their collars, after all. It's not a sure thing, but it certainly increases
the chances of us getting reunited if any of them is lost. Plus vets will
scan animals for free.