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Owner Registers Microchip After Adopting Dog, Then Makes Shocking Discovery

Owner Registers Microchip After Adopting Dog, Then Makes Shocking Discovery

Summary

A woman named Megan McBride decided to foster a rescue dog named Ribbit, believing the dog was about four years old. After adopting Ribbit, McBride discovered through a microchip check that the dog was actually nearly eight years old and had previously been known by a different name. Despite the surprise, McBride has accepted Ribbit as part of her family.

Key Facts

  • Megan McBride decided to foster a dog named Ribbit but later adopted her.
  • Ribbit was initially described as being around four years old by her previous owner.
  • McBride discovered through microchip records that Ribbit's name was originally Lily and that she was closer to eight years old.
  • The rescue organization involved normally renames pets if multiple animals have the same name.
  • Ribbit responds to her current name despite her original name being Lily.
  • Two microchip companies held records for Ribbit, with one showing a birthday indicating she was older than initially thought.
  • McBride shared the story on Threads, gaining interest and engagement from others.
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