Lancaster, PA Lost Female Cat, Laila Is Missing

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Aisalee B.

3 days ago

Here is another photo of her.

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Aisalee B.

3 days ago

I’ve seen so many cats out tonight but none of them is my baby. 😞 I’ve had long nights of just crying. And it doesn’t help that I’m visiting family Lancaster, Pennsylvania. I dont live here so I’m worried I won’t find her before it’s time for me to go home. I’m willing to pay someone to help me find my cat. Please I need help 🙏🏼😭😞

Elaine S.

3 days ago

I’m so sorry to hear that your girl is missing Bringing a laser pointer outside at dusk/after dark (only if it’s not raining/snowing) and shaking a bag of their favorite treats has helped me find my lost cats in the past. They would most often be right in my back yard hiding in shrubs/landscaping and would come out to investigate the red dot. Sometimes I’d just sit in a chair outside after dark and when it’s quiet & either sit in silence or softly call their name and they would come out anywhere from minutes to the entire night. It may even take several nights. Patience and persistence has helped me find them all (over the years).💙 The humane traps also work very well. If you were putting food outside for her, stop doing so 24 hours before putting the trap out. The best time in my opinion to put the trap out is as it’s getting dark out. Very important to line the bottom of the trap with newspaper (or they won’t enter the trap). Make sure to use a few clothespins to clip the newspaper down so it doesn’t blow up from wind or a breeze. Put no more than half a can of “people tuna” on a small paper plate to bait the trap. Don’t try to trap when it’s raining, very windy or during the day; I’ve had no success during those times. Place trap either near the door your cat escaped from or at the back of your house on a flat surface(very important…if trap is wobbly, cats won’t enter it). Also must be quiet outside. You could place it next to a sliding glass door on a deck or patio if you have one with all outside lights off. Just make sure not to create a lot of movement when looking out at the trap. I have the lights inside off and I place my finger between the vertical blinds to check the trap. If you trap the wrong cat or a raccoon, opossum or skunk, just cover the trap with a blanket, turn the trap entrance away from you, then open the door. Usually they will run right out & away from you. You may be successful trapping your cat in minutes or it may take a few nights or even longer. I had 2 exceptions. It took me 3 months to find my Gabby and it took 8 months 12 days to find my Missy. Both were found at the edge of my own yard near where the woods began. Please don’t give up!💙

Mb S.

4 days ago

Lost house cats usually do not go far. Look in,under, on top of all structures/trees in the near vicinity. Have a flashlight with you as his/her eyes will reflect in the dark. If you do see him/her, no sudden movements. Have some treats or his/her food with you. Also, if you can leave a door or window slightly open, he/she may come back in their own. Keep an ear to the outside after dark. Many kitties come back after dark and meow to be let back in. Leave a piece of clothing with your scent near the open space that is helpful.Have neighbors look in garages, sheds and other structures. Also if you did not see him/her get out or know for sure she/he did, check every inch of your house, she/he could be trapped or hiding somewhere. Good Luck!!

Donna W.

4 days ago

Flyers in neighborhoods Norma they don't go far from home. Check shelters garages sheds. Talk to people. I had a cat got into a neighbors bat and was there for a week until the man open the door out came Shadow he remember seeing Shadow picture. Comb the areas morning and early evening. I hope you fine your sweet kitty safe 💗

Janet C.

4 days ago

Prayers for a safe return

Stevester S.

4 days ago

John Morris Will you be able to recognize or claim it when found?

Stevester S.

4 days ago

Will you be able to recognize or claim it when found?

John M.

4 days ago

Go outside with a flashlight and you can see their eyes reflecting very easy she isn't far