The Day Shadow Disappeared
It was a crisp autumn morning when the unthinkable happened. Emily stepped outside, coffee in hand, and called for her Husky, Shadow, like she did every morning. But this time… there was silence. The gate was open just an inch—a small mistake, but for a Husky, it was all the invitation he needed.
Huskies are born explorers. Their love for adventure is part of what makes them so special. But it’s also why they are one of the most commonly stolen and lost dog breeds in the country. They don’t just run—they run fast and far.
Emily searched for hours. She called Shadow’s name through the streets, posted on social media, and put up flyers. But there was one thing missing—Shadow wasn’t microchipped.
Days passed. Hope faded. Huskies change hands quickly because they are beautiful, friendly, and valuable. Without a microchip, there was no way to prove Shadow was hers if someone found him.
But let’s imagine a different ending. Let’s say Shadow was microchipped.
When a good Samaritan finds him and takes him to the vet, a simple scan would pull up Emily’s contact information immediately. Within hours, she’d have him back in her arms—safe, sound, and home where he belongs.
But is Microchipping Safe?
We hear this question a lot from new Husky owners. “I’ve read that microchips can cause health problems. Is it safe?”
At Bama Huskies, we don’t just recommend microchipping—we trust it enough to microchip all of our own dogs. Some of our Huskies are going on 13 years old, and they’ve never had a single issue from their microchip.
Yes, you may find stories online of rare cases where a dog had a reaction. But let’s put that in perspective: the chance of a serious health issue from a microchip is incredibly rare. The risk of losing your Husky forever? That’s much higher.
A microchip is about the size of a grain of rice, inserted under the skin in a quick and simple procedure. It doesn’t require surgery or anesthesia—just a small pinch, and it’s done. It doesn’t track your dog or send signals—it simply holds an ID number that’s tied to your contact information in a secure database.
Collars can fall off. Tags can fade. But a microchip is forever.
At Bama Huskies, we believe in making decisions based on facts, not fear. The real question isn’t whether a microchip is 100% risk-free—it’s whether NOT having one is worth the risk.
Ask us about microchipping before you take your puppy home. Because a moment of prevention can mean a lifetime of peace of mind. We do it inhouse for 30.00 and we have a lot of experience.
