Do you think that all dogs should be microchipped?

7th Jul 2016

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McCains do Microchips, I used to buy them for my daughter, I'm not sure that dogs would like them though?

13th May 2016

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I further think that all dogs should be on a lead in a public place owing to the possibility of one dog attacking another even if the owner of that dog is not at fault. I speak from recent experience. Why do some people allow their dog to harass others. If a small child went up to another strange child and tried to take it's sweets we'd be annoyed so why allow your dog to come and sniff mine, run around it barking or sniff its b..m. What reaction do you expect from my dog?
I have just invested in a tabard "Give my dog space" wonder if it will sink in?

7th Jul 2016

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@iestynlad

What you have described is typical dog behaviour, it's what they do when they meet other dogs.

KeithE3

28th Apr 2016

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So should cats too

14th May 2016

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@KeithE3

Yes helps locate the owner if they are lost or found
injured

7th Jul 2016

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@KeithE3

And budgies too!

Marley444

27th Apr 2016

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Yes ... especially in the current times with dog napping going on!

duckkers

13th Apr 2016

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I have a wonderful dog, a rescue, as have almost all my dogs been.
You see rescue dogs very often come from being abandoned/unwanted/bored with and none of that includes badly treated.
I believe that chipping might aide a sense of responsibility by people who want to have dogs, children especially whose parents give in to their pleas, it makes the dog easier to be reunited with its owner, and the owner take responsibility for their wandering dog - but there is also the down side that some experience that a mauled and mutilated dog, from dog baiting/fighting has been found and the chip leads to the owner from whom the dog is stolen, at least the owner can know what happened to the dog that disappeared.
Yes to chipping.
But what about doggie bags and clearing up -
I met a young girl and her mum and cute puppy the other day, puppy is bred so they "know what they're getting", puppy chipped. "And you carry bags and pick up after your dog will you?" I asked the child, she screwed her nose up and said "Maybe" - mum looked uncomfortable - great! more dog poo left by antisocial dog owner.......now there's another conversation.

Galviniser

12th Apr 2016

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If it helps reduce dog thefts and/ or increases chances of catching dog thieves, then I am all for it

5th Apr 2016

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I think that OAP's should also be microchipped, then, when they wander off from care homes, or just get lost when out shopping, they can be safely returned to their nearest and (not always) dearest.
But, let's not stop there, why not insist that all sceptred isle submit to being chipped?

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6th Apr 2016

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ciedel

6th Apr 2016

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I'm an OAP and wouldn't mind being chipped!. I'm an expat living in Germany with my dog. Here a dog has to be chipped, registered at the local townhall and wear a registration tag on their collar. This all comes at a cost of approximately £20 p.a. But, the dog is lost and found very quickly.

jeanmark

6th Apr 2016

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I'm surprised you didn't include children in your comment...........

Lionel

9th Apr 2016

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Should that be 'septic isle?'

KimFh

14th Apr 2016

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It will happen in the future everyone will be barcoded or microchiped

14th Apr 2016

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@celtwitch > @[deleted]

My comment was meant to be humorous

Trampas1955

17th Apr 2016

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They should have dogtags like the army do.

Trampas1955

17th Apr 2016

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@celtwitch > @[deleted] > @celtwitch

Before my mum passed away she was in the early stages of dementia and it was a nightmare. Even though she had carers looking after her, she would slip out and go to the local park and sit on a bench usually in her dressing gown at all times of the day and night. She was very well known to police. Another feature was that she would wander round local shops for hours with the staff not knowing who she was. All we got from the local social work team was people's rights. But what about the rest of the families rights. They were next to useless. Tagging or ID or some form, would have been very useful.

14th May 2016

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Think back to the Third Reich! not dissimilar "branding" of people. Just unacceptable and wonder what Human Right this idea contravenes. Generally if something like this happens the Police can locate where the old person lives or is staying.

7th Jul 2016

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@celtwitch > @jeanmark

That's a good idea, you should contact Number 10, I can see a bright future in politics for you!

7th Jul 2016

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@celtwitch > @[deleted]

You don't do irony, do you?

Kes

5th Apr 2016

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Yes. It's a no brainier, as they say. I don't own a dog, but the reasons for chipping are obvious and make perfect sense. Can't imagine why anyone would be against it.

Lionel

9th Apr 2016

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@Kes

The reasons imbibed make sense, yes. But is this just a precursor to humans being chipped?

What are the implications of such central control of all our lives in every aspect?

14th May 2016

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@Kes > @Lionel

An extremely good point. 1984! We already have cctv, we'd have NO privacy and could fall into the wrong hands. Anyone can lay their hands on a microchip scan.

Lorraine

5th Apr 2016

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I'm glad this is to become law as it will help identify strays. It will also be of benefit owners for the same reason and might save a lot of heartache.

Baxi

5th Apr 2016

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Whilst I agree that it feels like an imposition John I do agree with the general rule. There are so many unscrupulous people out there. I walk my dog on Brighton seafront and there are people who steal dogs from right under their owners noses. If your dog is not chipped and you try to reclaim it it's your word against theirs, whereas a chip is total proof of ownership.

Proof of ownership is only one of the beneficial aspects of chipping. Chipped dogs can travel, if they get lost they can be reunited with their owners much more easily and if a dog is mistreated and the owner is at fault, the appropriate action can be taken to ensure that this never happens again.

JohnHerb

5th Apr 2016

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No a total waste of money and why should the government bully us into yet another imposition on our freedom to choose! You should look after your dog and not loose it-full stop!

jeanmark

5th Apr 2016

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@JohnHerb

Many dog owners do not choose to have their dogs lost or stolen and there are a number of irresponsible and cruel dog owners out there. For once I don't think this is a bullying tactic, rather a responsible one which will hopefully make people think about what owning a dog means.

Lionel

9th Apr 2016

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@JohnHerb

The perfect response.

Wilf

5th Apr 2016

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Yes I do think our lovely Canine friends should be chipped. Its a simple procedure and if they are lost they can be reunited with their owners. Saves time and imagine the dogs distress without seeing their owners.