It should be noted that most of the reported 'thefts' are in fact lost animals that will turn up in a police station or dog's home a couple of miles away in a few days. The only solution, apart from being aware, is MICROCHIP your animal.
Who's watching yours?
Unfortunately in London there is a SMALL problem of pets being stolen, usually for three reasons
- To claim the reward
- If you have a pedigree breed it is likely that it will be re-sold
- For ransom
In short be careful, pets should be allowed to run around in gardens, if you are that fortunate, of course. However these people are both organised and opportunists. The only solution, apart from being aware, is MICROCHIPS.
Ask in the surgery - it is very common and means that if the animal is taken away and another vet sees it then it should be returned.