Orlando, FL Lost Male Cat, Peanut Is Missing

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Diana E.

3 days ago

Kim Gonzalez, I'm only now seeing your reply. Did you try the strategy I shared and did anything happen overnight? If he failed to return, was anything observed that may explain why (stray cats, critters, or people outside after dark, noise or commotion, objects set in his path, etc.)? If you describe what happened I can suggest what to do next. Your family should still be in the window of opportunity for Peanut to come back on his own so something must be keeping him in hiding. If we can figure out what it is, you may have success with this technique before having to try something more complicated. Meanwhile, DURING THE DAYTIME, alert nearby neighbors in case Peanut is hiding just beyond your property (under a vehicle, in a garage, shed, or carport, etc.), then, if there’s time before dark and you can search SILENTLY without dislodging him from his hiding spot, focus your efforts close to home and tiptoe around using a flashlight, but be quiet and discreet so as not to frighten him (shhh! DO NOT CALL or shake treats), check every crack and crevice, look in, under and around sheds, vehicles, furniture, under foundations and porches, into trees etc. but suspend searching when it gets dark to give him the chance to return voluntarily. I'm hopeful for some good news.

Kim G.

4 days ago

Diana Ellis great suggestions. We are working on them. We have only had him indoor for the past year so he does not know his surroundings well. However, he was in the windows all the time. I will share this with my family.

Diana E.

5 days ago

Peanut is a beautiful blue tabby and white cat (with a white spot on nose, cheek and paws) — I’m sorry he is lost. Since you adopted him, has Peanut been an indoor cat or allowed outside? His familiarity with the environment will dictate how to find him. Escaped indoor cats usually hide close by but are too frightened to return or respond when called; while a cat that knows his 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 Peanut I can provide complete instructions that may help. Please understand an escaped cat may emerge when it's dark and quiet to sneak back inside — if you do just the right things. This usually happens within the first few nights so until I hear back from you please implement this strategy if Peanut got out accidentally: tonight lay a familiar blanket or worn teeshirt flat on the doorstep — do not use a litter box, bed, trap, or anything conspicuous -- along with tempting food at his point of escape. Call him softly to provide a familiar sound and direction (he won't come on command) then watch from inside (DO NOT GO BACK OUTSIDE OVERNIGHT!) and if you see Peanut approach and settle on the food be careful not to startle him. Slowly and quietly provide a clear path inside and he may put an end to the crisis himself. If you can't wait up set an alarm and watch again just before sunrise -- it's a popular time. And 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/

Deborah N.

5 days ago

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Kevin M.

5 days ago

Go around late at night calling them with food and flashlight to catch their eyes. Check around your neighborhood under houses and in small places where they may hide. Put stuff out that has yours and their scent on it. Hang flyers around for people to see. Check shelters and vets daily. Update chip info if they have a chip and its has not been update since a move. Ask neighbors to check in their garages incase they ended up trapped in one. I pray you get your baby back safe and soon.

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