First I want to tell people that if they ever have a missing pet to go to the shelters daily! Most of those places have a large volunteer work force and they do not have great communication skills. You would think that a place that deals with lost animals would have a better system but most do not. Go and check everyday and ask questions EVERYDAY.
Most of the bigger breeds that are chipped as puppies grow quite a bit after the chip is placed so anyone with half a bit of knowledge should know enough to scan a large area to check for a it. But then again if you are dealing with part time volunteers that is the kind of thing that happens way too often.
Gracie was quite a bit thinner when she was chipped. I could feel the chip in her skin for months after it was placed. Now that she has gained some healthy weight I can't feel it anymore but it showed up when tested at the vet. It is a good idea to have your vet scan for the chip at yearly check ups just to make sure everything is as it should be. |