My son found a beautiful German Shepherd dog wandering the streets, dragging a dirty leash. He was thin and had the look of a wanderer! He brought it home for food and water, and began the task of finding his owner or new family. We took his picture to post fliers, and also put an ad on a site for lost and found animals.
I went to a pet store to get him some good, nutritious food, and they asked if I had had him scanned for a chip. I had never even thought about it. I asked how, and they said "it is free, just bring him to any pet store or vet, we take a 'wand' and go over him."
We immediately brought him back. The first scan showed nothing. Then down the leg- YES, there it was, (they sometimes shift from the neck area). The owner was called and said he had given up looking 6 months ago! It was a tearful, wonderful reunion- even for us to witness!!! But I want to emphasize that neither me, nor my many friends that have found so many strays, don't know about/ nor have thought of scanning them, and that message needs to get out. It is at least a 50 % chance for success!
North Hollywood, CA
