North Miami, FL Lost Male Cat, Gary Is Missing

Claire H.

11 months ago

Diana Ellishi Diana, he is a inside outside cat, usually goes outside when i go to work always stays nearby and comes home around noon when my boyfriend calls him in, and goes back out until i come home. I let him out that morning on Tuesday but he wasn’t seen after that. I put the litter out I’ll bring it back in as someone told me to do it. I’ve put flyers around the neighborhood and I’ve been waking up around 5am to look for him, I’ve gone on 3 separate walks just today alone looking for him. I’m very worried :(

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Diana E.

11 months ago

Gary is a cute Siamese manx cat -- I'm sorry he's lost. Is Gary an escaped indoor cat or is he 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 Gary 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 two nights so until I hear back from you please implement this strategy if Gary got out accidentally: tonight put something small but comforting and familiar outside (blanket or worn teeshirt laid flat on the doorstep — not a bed, trap, or anything conuous) and tempting food at his point of escape, then watch from inside (DO NOT GO BACK OUTSIDE AFTER DARK!) and if you see Gary approach be careful not to startle him. Slowly and quietly provide a clear path inside and he may put an end to the crisis himself. (You may occasionally call for him overnight, but do so softly and from the doorway -- going back outside could scare him away. 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/

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Marilyn M.

11 months ago

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11 months ago

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