Chipping Rabbits

ladystardust · Jun 10, 2006

As in micro chip .. with your contact details say if they accidently got loose

Have you done it? Would you consider doing it?

My vet charges around £20.

I know the RSPCA do it for cats, as all the cat's we've adopted over the years have had the chip placed into their neck

beckiboo186 · Jun 10, 2006

To be honest, I wouldn't have it done. I don't think hardly anyone would think to check if they were chipped or not Xx

ladystardust · Jun 10, 2006

beckiboo186 said:
To be honest, I wouldn't have it done. I don't think hardly anyone would think to check if they were chipped or not Xx

I know it isn't the sole reason why rabbits are abandoned / lost or strayed but I think it would help y'know?

I try to be as vigilant as possible with my buns, not let them out of my sight or exposed to potential hazards that could affect their safeties.

nicolar · Jun 10, 2006

Princess is microchipped cos she came from Blue Cross and we do all bunnies at our centre. It would def be very helpful if she was ever to get outta the garden, I'm sure proper places like vets + rescue centres would scan. Tis up to you though, Amy isn't done and I'm not really planning on it being done!

Nicola

holder · Jun 10, 2006

I did not know you could chip rabbits, i have had my horses chipped,
Must say it is a good idea if they ever do get out.

BevBunny · Jun 10, 2006

I looked into this when I first had Charlie, I called several rescue centres and vets in my area to ask them if they checked rabbits for chips - they all said no. I thought this was dreadful!

Anyhow, I therefore didn't get them done, instead I spent the money on an extra babygate to put on the back door incase they ever ran through the one on the lounge, and also two rabbit harnesses with little ID tags for when they go outside in the garden.

Gem · Jun 10, 2006

Its a good idea but many many places don't even think to check a bun for a chip

A couple of mine are done, not sure which ones without checking paperwork now :?

Rosie Lee · Jun 11, 2006

Gilo was microchipped when she was spayed as it was cheaper & ocassionally people forget to close the door properly, also she goes out on a lead.
Rose

Bunny Land · Jun 11, 2006

I definitey think it's a good idea to get them chipped.

However, public awareness needs to be increased with regards to getting any found bun checked to see if it is chipped.

RSPCA's, vets, animal sanctuaries, police etc. all need to be made aware that a bun could be chipped, as many dogs and cats are, for this practice to work.

I would say it can only be a good thing :thumb:

Carol xxx

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