Geelong, VIC Lost Male Cat, Gilbert Blythe Is Missing

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Rach E.

5 months ago

Ask your neighbours to look through their sheds and garages in case your cat is locked up, or get permission to look yourself as they are more likely to come out of hiding with a familiar voice. Also, check under the houses especially if they are the old type on stumps. Don't forget the fence line between neighbours property, cats can get stuck between buildings and the fences especially on the new properties where houses are very close together.Just remember cats can also get stuck in neighbours backyards (if they have been spooked) making it difficult to climb back especially if it is a colour bonded fence (slippery surface). Make sure you look through any cupboards, wardrobes washing machines dryers where they can hide in dark cosy corners. Be mindful when it is cold cats (especially kittens that love to hide) will look for a heat source like fridge and freezer motors if there is an opening at the back, also stand-alone stove cookers. Look up, and see if there are any large trees the cat can climb and get stuck , check neighbours' and your own roof on top and inside cavity, do not forget any storm drains in the area. Contact the Lost Dogs Home North Melbourne or other pounds and check online to see if your cat has been picked up don't rely on a phone call sometimes things get missed and microchips can be faulty and not scan or migrate under the skin to other body parts and are not picked up always ask if the animal has had a full body scan when speaking to the Pounds/ Shelters. You may have to ring or email for an appointment. Check the Pounds/Shelters websites as they are always changing. Notify your local council and Vets in your area and report them missing. If microchipped, make sure your details are up to date and flag your cat as missing. Check if there are any vacant houses, as there was one lady whose cat had got itself locked in, as it had a pet flap that worked one way. Be on the lookout for any new construction eg. new homes ,factories, shops as they might have wandered in an got locked in. Always check your cars eg. engine, back of utes any visiting tradies just in case your cat has hitched a ride. Just remember your neighbours may not be on Facebook or on this site especially some elderly and non-English speaking folks . So don't rely on social media solely to find your pet. You will have to physically door knock take flyers with a pic of your cat. Don't forget to try the early 3am morning/late evening walk around when it's quiet, then they can hear your voice and will more likely come to you. Take a good torch and dry food and or roast chicken pieces to lure them out of hiding, you may have to take a cat carrier with you, so your cat if found is secure. Kittens are tricky customers, they look for a heat source but will hide in the most amazing places, you need to look in all the nooks and crannies around inside(couches ,beds,drawers) and outside your house. If new to your family ,usually they can be found hiding in dark secluded places like under houses ,sheds between fence lines check any cars inside and out any visiting tradie utes and trailers ,storm drains. Be mindful people have been on holidays ,cats get locked in garages sheds or houses ,it is a good time to do early or late walk around when it is quiet as you can hear if they are stuck , follow instructions above many people have great success with this . Also look if there are renovations or new builds in the area where they can get locked in , increase your search to blocks and extra streets ,if you cat has been spooked it may have travelled through many backyards . If you are near any schools get permission to check the grounds, sheds under buildings. If you live in an apartment(high rise) with underground parking and storage areas check every nook and cranny of the area, if you have a balcony check your neighbours as well especially if there are any vacant ones around. Leave some old clothing of yours ( it will have your scent on it)out for bedding . Put posters all around the communal spaces possible on your building and nearby apartments in your area . Your cat might be trying to go back to its previous address let your old neighbours know to keep an eye open and to contact you. Also, try early and late-night walkarounds at your old address. Please leave bowls of water out front and back in case your cat is hiding in the area.

Rach E.

5 months ago

If he isn't already, I'd really recommend keeping him indoors and maybe investing in a catio or harness training! The abuse especially against cats has been on the rise since 2019. There are some sick people out there who do unspeakable things as well as pick them up from the front of peoples houses etc and abuse. (See the group justice for brandy the cat. This happened in NSW) Cats are also prone to skin cancer particularly on their ears and face where there is less fur protecting their skin - more likely for cats with white / lighter fur! Please get onto these tips regarding 11pm and early morning walks it is your best chance to find him asap!

Rach E.

5 months ago

Hey! I really couldn't recommend anything than 3-5am walks. I know these are tiring but it's the best technique possible to find him/her! Is he deed and microchipped? The sooner you start (from when they go missing) the higher your chances It's best to be consistent persistent and ask all surrounding neighbours if you can personally check with them as a lot of people say they'll look but won't. Look at Letisha Malakooti post regarding this - she didn't give up and spent countless hours looking for her baby, just as she was about to stop she found him Ask neighbours if you can personally check with them and look in backyards sheds trees roofs and call out for them, don't worry about being annoying to neighbours just keep going! A lot of neighbours won't check so please ask if you can personally check with them My friend found her cat in a neighbours shed around 4am and someone in one of these groups found their cat on a neighbours roof around the same time! I've actually seen quite a few people using this technique and it does work best - call out for him, go back to neighbours and ask to check With them. I've seen people try for months and it has worked and they've been reunited If he is an outdoor cat it really is best to consider other options in future as there is a lot of high risk being able to free roam, lots of cat abusers in fact it's gotten worse and worse in the last 5 years. Alongside reckless drivers and people who hate cats it's best to consider a catio / cat enclosure so they are safe and still getting outdoor time & stimulation (this is a copy and paste of something I wrote up a while ago please disregard if not relevant to you) The key is to be consistent and persistent as tiring as it may be - 3-5am walks are the best thing you could do! Please start asap and remain consistent he may be nearby likely waiting for you to find him - I cannot stress how important 11pm and 3-5am walks are!! All the best for a safe and sound find asap 🧡🩵

Mish N.

5 months ago

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