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Originally Posted by Ceibasmom  Does anyone know under what circumstances a vet would scan a pet? For instance, what if someone came in with a pet and said they 'found' it? Would they scan it? And what about if it's a puppy and you say you just bought it? Would they scan or take your word for it? Pardon my ignorance, but I'm really curious!  |
My vet here in East Tennessee and the local shelter and rescue groups always scan for a chip. My vet has a scanner that reads all the chips and she would scan any dog she thought might not be with it's rightful owner. She is very perceptive! I recently took a dog my groomer found running loose to my vet for a scan. Sadly the dog didn't have a chip, but she is doing well with my groomer. She will be well cared for until they can find a new home for her. I have my dogs microchipped, but agree that we are the best protection our furkids can have. Someone stealing a dog won't let anyone check for a chip. Microchips are invaluable though if the dog is lost and you want to prove ownership.