Syracuse (WSYR-TV) - Every Wednesday on the morning news we investigate whether new products are worth the price. This week, we examine an item that promises to help your pet if it gets lost.
The product is called the Micro ID tag. It’s a USB device that attaches to your dog or cat’s collar. It stores information that’s traditionally found on metal dog tags, including the animal and owner’s name, a home address and contact information.
The person who finds the animal can find the information by placing the computer chip into a USB port.
The Micro ID costs more than a traditional metal dog tag. The high-tech version runs from $35-$40. While the electronic tag may hold more information, someone who’s not tech savvy may not understand its purpose.
Also, many pets receive a microchip when they’re puppies. In most cases, only vets can scan the microchip to find the lost pet’s home. The Micro ID allows anyone with a computer to access the lost animal’s information.
source: www.9wsyr.com
New Product for Lost Pets: Is It Worth It?
Labels: Pets
Posted on Thursday, June 28, 2007
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The Micro ID is not designed to be an advanced metal tag, or even an advanced micro chip. The Micro ID is something totally new. Unlike metal tags or chips the Micro ID stores your pet's medical files.
I bought the Micro ID collar for our dog after reading an article about the inventor -a surfer from California who, as a child, had to wear a wrist band that told people he was allergic to penicillin. So far, I love it. It fulfills my love of gadgets, love of pampering my dog, and need for peace of mind that my sweetheart is safe.
Is it necessary? Well, I guess that's subjective, there are plenty of people who think buying dog food is unnecessary and just feed their dogs straps. It all depends on your relationship with your pet. I love the collar and thought the price was reasonable -it cost less than the dog bed she sleeps in and the dog bed doesn't have the potential to save her life or impress the neighbors :P
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