Newbury, MA Lost Male Cat, Toby Is Missing

Facebook Community Response

Marilyn I.

3 months ago

Put bedding outside as a scent. Have neighbors check cellars sheds garages and vehicles. They get trapped. Look under porches and sheds etc. Have a Heart trap with tuna. Cover trap with blanket and watch trap. Look at night often with flashlight. Check attics drawers and in trees 🌲. Culverts. Flyers everywhere. Check town authorities and vets. Look at lost and found pet sites shelters in case brought in. Craigslist too. Get kids you know to help look. Check behind walls and insulation. Abandoned buildings. Leave the door open for cat or window.

Dawn L.

3 months ago

Live on Fruit yard backs up to Rogers will be on lookout.

Patty F.

3 months ago

My friend found her cat a year later across a wide street from her house with traffic sleeping under a lady's porch..who was feeding the cat all year ..she never saw the flyer or went on a social media... tape a copy of your cat on everyone's front door. 17 house radius.. and youll find your cat.

Patty F.

3 months ago

https://youtu.be/g2eCoC63B9I?si=WkBztmDkvNnkyJnI

Patty F.

3 months ago

Cats are territorial... only 5 houses away in any given direction. .Roll a jingling cat toy up and down your neighborhood streets at 6am..... Dusk. and again at 9pm calling your cat in an a normal voice. Stop and wait to perhaps hear a meow. Check treetops barns sheds and under porches.... as you walk.Bring a flashlight After a few days, your cat will recognize your voice and come out of hiding. Leave food and water out every night... best if you have a cat trap covered with a blanket or towel keeping both ends uncovered. ..and set it at your house preferably with a ring camera focused on it...unless you cat was sited at a neighbors house then you should leave it there.... filled with tuna chicken and catnip. And check it frequently ... if you catch a wild animal...no worries..once you lift up on the door..it will run faster than you could ever imagine.. skunks won't spray cause they can't see you.... remove the food and close the trap down before 11 pm. Your cat won't be out at that hour.. and you don't want to trap anything .overnight. if you are unable to do this... hire a k9 rescue but you have to call them right away.. meanwhile, Drone companies in MA. And NE are starting up using heat sensors drones for animal rescues.. you will have to find one on line... .Front Street Animal Shelter in Sacremento has a great video on youtube for anyone who lost a cat...please watch it cause it gives great tips .. you'll get your cat back .❤️ https://www.facebook.com/FrontStreetAnimalShelter/videos/204603164050824/?mibextid=Nif5oz

Sandra H.

3 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

Jax N.

3 months ago

Prayers fot a safe return! Shared.

David W.

3 months ago