Tarpon Springs, FL Lost Female Cat, Mittens Is Missing

Comments on this Facebook alert

Diana E.

1 week ago

Mittens is a beautiful longhair, fluffy reverse tuxedo cat (white cat with black markings -- Maine Coon or Forest Cat) — I’m sorry she is lost. Did Mittens escape a fence, enclosure, or the home, or is she allowed to roam freely? Her familiarity with the environment will dictate how to find her. Escaped cats usually hide close by but are too frightened to return or respond when called; while a cat that knows her way around may have become stuck somewhere and needs help getting home. I have recovered many lost cats and assisted others so if you tell me about Mittens I can provide complete instructions that may help. Please understand an escaped cat will be fearful and hide close to home so if you search, TIPTOE SILENTLY during the DAYTIME ONLY (no calling or shaking treats) or do just the right things and she may emerge when it's dark and quiet to sneak back inside. This usually happens within the first few nights so until I hear back from you please implement this strategy if Mittens got out accidentally: AT DUSK (or IMMEDIATELY if you see this comment overnight) crack open your fence gate or enclosure door, if applicable, then lay a familiar blanket or worn teeshirt flat on the doorstep where she got out (don't use a litter box, bed, trap, or anything conspicuous) along with a bowl of food. Call her softly to provide a familiar sound and direction (she won't come on command) then watch from inside (DO NOT GO BACK OUTSIDE OVERNIGHT!) and if you see Mittens approach and settle on the food be careful not to startle her. Slowly and quietly provide a clear path inside and she may put an end to the crisis herself. If you can't wait up set an alarm and watch again just before sunrise -- it's a popular time. Also, although some will suggest putting out kitty's litter box, experts say DON’T DO IT. I've never used one in all the times I've been successful recovering a lost cat. Please read this to learn more about why it's neither necessary nor recommended: https://www.facebook.com/notes/lost-cats-georgia/why-we-dont-recommend-putting-your-lost-cats-litter-box-outside/1101245526665296/

Robin C.

2 weeks ago

📷 View photo on Facebook

Robin C.

2 weeks ago

📷 View photo on Facebook

Robin C.

2 weeks ago

Get a picture out to all delivery drivers in your area. UPS, FEDEX, AMAZON, BUS DRIVERS and MAIL CARRIERS. ASK THEM TO PUT THEM UP IN THE BREAK ROOMS. They have eyes 👀 all over the place. Might be able to give a sighting location. Give a picture to local landscapers. GO TO and leave a picture and all local shelters, vet clinics, and police departments. Good luck getting your baby home 🏠 And when you get your baby home please put a collar on with your phone number even if an indoor pet. MICROCHIP AND REGISTERED AND KEEP YOUR INFORMATION CURRENT!!! PLEASE UPDATE YOUR POST IF FOUND!!

Deborah N.

2 weeks ago

Diana Ellis

Mittens is Missing in Tarpon Springs, FL

Comments on this Facebook alert

RESCUE

SQUAD

Mittens is Missing in Tarpon Springs, FL

Comments on this Facebook alert

Help this alert reach more local people Help more people see this pet

RESCUE

SQUAD