Myst W.
3 months ago
I hope your family member returns soon! Here are some things my friend who’s missing her tuxedo cat Basil wishes she’d known about:
— Immediately TODAY put up fliers at mailboxes, on light poles, beneath other city owned signs, at nearby parks, at nearby mobile homes which have lots of hiding places beneath the homes. It’s ok to put up handwritten signs with a photo on any paper you have. Later you can swap them out with posterboard fliers.
— Put out bowls of tuna or sardines that are heated to almost boiling so that the scent can travel and lead to your house.
— Call out for your cat from your home so they know which direction home is. Especially an hour after sunset and an hour before dawn when they’re looking for food. Also, call out for them during their normal feeding times. My friend lost her voice a couple of times from calling out for Basil so much. You can record yourself calling out for your cat in the same tone you’d normally use and play that recording if your voice tires.
— Go to every house/building that’s within about 4 houses from yours in all directions. Initially, cats don’t travel far. Ask neighbors to let you know if they see a similar cat on their security cameras, in their garages, under their cars, etc.
— At night, use a flashlight to look for your cat under cars to catch their eye shine.
The panic, fear and grief can feel overwhelming. But if you have a plan, you’re more likely to find your beloved family member.
Also, check the shelter’s website to see if someone has brought them in.
