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Sunny is Missing in Escondido, CA

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Status

LOST

Date Last Seen

March 26, 2026

Location Last Seen

Escondido, CA 92025

Nearest Landmark

Montview Dr and casa Bonita way

Name

Sunny

Sex

Male

PawBoost ID

72721514

Species

Cat

Description

Orange, microchipped, blind, can’t jump far, doesn’t like back touched, sometimes bite but not hard

Message from Owner

Please help us bring back our delicate senior cat .

Facebook Community Response

Sandra H.
2 months ago
Lost Cat Recovery Checklist Immediate Actions ■ Start searching close to where she got out (cats usually hide nearby). ■ Check high & low hiding spots: under cars, porches/decks, shrubs, garages, sheds. ■ Ask neighbors to check open garages/sheds and closed spaces before shutting doors. Best Times to Search ■ Search during quiet/dark hours (best: 12am–7am, especially 1–6am). ■ Use a strong flashlight at night to spot eye reflection. Calling & Approaching ■ Call for her during still hours (overnight/early morning). ■ If you see her: stay calm and quiet (don’t chase). Scent Lures (Safe Options) ■ Put outside: her bed/blanket or your unwashed clothing/bedding. ■ Place scent items near the trap and/or leading toward the door. ■ Do NOT place a litter box outside (can attract predators such as coyotes). Food / Feeding Station ■ Set up a feeding station and feed during the day only. ■ Do NOT leave food out overnight (attracts wildlife & scares cats off). Humane Trap (Highly Recommended) ■ Get a live/humane trap ASAP. ■ Use food only inside the trap (don’t leave food elsewhere). ■ Cover trap with a tarp/blanket for safety and comfort. ■ Check trap frequently—never leave it unattended overnight. ■ In harsh weather: check every 30 minutes. Outreach (Very Important) ■ Post flyers around the neighborhood with phone number (day/night contact). ■ Bring flyers to local vets, shelters (go in person every few days if possible), and pet stores. ■ Tell your mail carrier (they notice roaming pets). ■ Ask known stray feeders/rescuers if they’ve seen her. Mindset ■ Keep checking at different times daily. ■ Don’t give up—cats can be found weeks or months later
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Ri M.
2 months ago
Post on Nextdoor and Ring apps. Ask neighbors to check car hoods, garages and sheds immediately. Make sure to tap hoods of the car around. Keep an entryway open for cat to get in. Buy or loan a live cat trap from online stores or local tnr groups. Leave your garage open with cat to enter. Put some food and your clothing there for smell. Get a motion sensor camera to detect when cat is around your property
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Arlene Y.
2 months ago
Search nearby hiding spots (bushes, garages, under decks) Call your cat’s name calmly, especially at night Shake food, treats, or a familiar toy Leave food, water, and their litter box outside Put out a blanket or clothing with your scent Check inside your home thoroughly (closets, drawers, vents) Ask neighbors to check sheds, garages, and backyards Post on Nextdoor Share on Facebook local groups Post on PawBoost Put up flyers with a clear photo and contact info Visit local animal shelters in person regularly Contact nearby veterinary clinics Check microchip registry and report your cat missing Use a flashlight at night to spot eye reflections Set up a humane trap with food if needed Check security cameras or ask neighbors for footage Walk or drive around slowly during quiet hours Keep searching daily—cats often stay close Don’t give up—many cats return after days or weeks
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Emma L.
2 months ago
🙏🏼🐾
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2 months ago
bump for visibility leave your shoes outside
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Cynthia L.
2 months ago
Post flyers in your neighborhood in case someone brought her inside for safety
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Lorri B.
2 months ago
Keep kitties inside. Hoping for the best.
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Susie G.
2 months ago
shared ❤️
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Feather M.
2 months ago
You might try a live trap, they are fairly cheap, my Jane wanted to come back but was too overwhelmed and scared, she had made a home under a backyard shed across the street. Eventually she was found eating hamburger in the trap on my front porch and all was right again. It took about 3 weeks for her to show up and i did have to release squirrels and possums along the way which were easy. Tuna in oil also makes a lot of scent. Make sure there's water too. If its cold out, wrap the trap in a blanket and make sure to check it often, check it often no matter what the weather is. In fact, best to keep a camera on it. I believe in Jane's case, the live trap was her only chance. Best of luck and a swift resolve for you I hope
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