Tattoo?

You are probably right about what cops would do... Who knows what they would do... Juno is microchipped just because I figured if she ever got out it would just make the chances a little better that I find her. Microchipping for thieving I don't think is a good idea though. I can't wait until one day they can implant a micro GPS chip! Now that would be worth it!! LOL.

All 4 of my dogs live inside the house so they would have to break into my house to get them. But yea I see what you mean. I know what she is worth to me personally but she is more than likley not worth much to a thief. Has to be worth something to risk getting shot in the head to steal her.

 

Back in the day some used to put pennies under the dogs skin. Keeping the penny info in their files at home.

 

WOW ok i don't mean to be negative or anything...... but i think microchips and tattoos are most effective if your dog gets free and is recovered by an honest person or reputable agency. It's more of a point of contact for someone who intends to return the animal from the beginning.

I am not sure what type of dog thieves are around some people, but the ones around me aren't going to take a dog anywhere it can get scanned for a microchip. And also the only way i could see a tattoo working is if YOU personally catch this person with the animal. if a dog shows up at an animal control or something, how will the registration number get them in contact with you??

Anyways, i do use microchips on my pets but it's not for dog thieves. Have a nice day!