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Spot the cat returns after a year - good luck for the family!
A missing cat from Donaustadt returns after almost a year. Important information about microchipping and reporting found animals.
Spot the cat returns after a year - good luck for the family!
In a warm reunion, the cat “Spot” brought cheerful faces in Vienna when he finally returned to his family after an absence of almost a year. The gray house cat disappeared without a trace in 2024 while his family searched in vain for him and finally gave up. The joy was all the greater when Spot was recently found in a garage in the 22nd district, which brought animal rescue into action. She took him to the Vienna Animal Quarter, where the enthusiastic team was immediately able to determine the animal's identity - thanks to the microchip implanted in the neck.
The head of the animal quarter, Thomas Benda, praised Spot's happy return. “It is always a joy when one of our protégés finds his family again,” said Benda. The same day Spot was found, his family picked him up and couldn't believe their luck. The animal quarter is using this incident to emphasize the importance of microchipping and correctly registering pets. Because a chip alone is not enough; Entry in a pet database is essential for quick identification.
Important information for pet owners
The animal quarter also provides important tips for pet owners: found animals should be reported to the veterinary office immediately. If you have any questions or find an animal, you can contact +43 1 4000 8060. Often cats that seem like strays are simply missing and have a home.
If a chipped animal is found, local veterinarians can also help determine its origin. This cooperation ensures that many animals are reunited with their owners.
A bit of football history
To address the topic of “chipping”, we should also take a look at the Swedish footballer Christian Wilhelmsson, who has a similar nickname. Wilhelmsson, also known as “Chippen”, was born in Malmö on December 8, 1979 and had an impressive career as a winger in various European leagues. From his beginnings at Mjällby AIF, to stints in Norway and Belgium, to well-known clubs like LA Galaxy – his journey took him around the world. Although the topic of pet microchips and professional football careers don't have much in common, it still shows how important it is to be well prepared in the world of animals.
Wilhelmsson has not only impressed on the pitch, but also in his personal life. The former player, who won 79 caps for Sweden, has been married to model Oksana Andersson since 2010 and speaks fluent English in addition to Swedish.
Spot's case and tips for properly identifying pets remind us all of the importance of taking responsibility - be it our furry friends or those big dreams on the soccer field.