Microchips are completely safe for pets and have become standard practice. Many pet owners request microchipping when they bring their pet in for a spay or neuter. This procedure is performed in the clinic using a sterile, pre-loaded syringe.

Are microchips dangerous for cats?

Cat microchipping is considered very safe. It is a sterile, rice sized device, implanted in between the shoulder blades. This procedure does not harm the cat and it lasts forever. As with any medical procedure, there is always a risk of side effects.

What are the side effects of microchipping a cat?

The good news is microchipping your cat is harmless and does not hurt your cat. Also, there are no cat microchip side effects. With any procedure, there's always the rare chance that a complication can occur while the chip is being implanted however, this is very rare.