Should I microchip my cat? What are the potential dangers or risks?

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Is it risky to inject a microchip in my cat? Pet's info: Cat | Persian | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 18 days old

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

Microchips have very few risks. Occasionally they can cause a reaction or infection at the injection site. There are rare reports of microchips migrating into the chest or abdominal cavity or occasionally even the spine. There is brief pain associated with the chip placement due to the needle. All of these risks and complications are very rare, and most cats never have a problem with microchip placement - in my opinion the benefits far outweigh the risks.

Should I microchip my cat? What are the potential dangers or risks?

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