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Ben is Missing in Washington, DC

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Status

LOST

Date Last Seen

July 29, 2026

Location Last Seen

Washington, DC 20016

Nearest Landmark

Rodman Street and University Blvd, NW Washington DC 20016 /American Universityy

Name

Ben

Sex

Male

PawBoost ID

73199023

Species

Cat

Description

Black male cat with white trim on face and pawsy sweet but currently has sharp claws

Message from Owner

Ben is a beloved family cat, sweet but will use claws if scared. There is a significant reward. Please call Mary Lehnhard if you think you see him. He was last seen in NW DC at University and Rodman Street. He was running up University Avenue. Nest to American University Mary Nell Lehnhard

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Judy V.
1 week ago
I so hope you find your beautiful kitty soon!
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Paxie W.
1 week ago
I am not an expert, but after ours went briefly missing I have a few tips to share. πŸˆβ€β¬›βœ”οΈ Look in storm drains. Bend down and look, dont assume they can hear you calling for them. Even if you are next to it calling out, they may not hear. πŸˆβ€β¬›βœ”οΈ Walk the surrounding areas during quite times of the day, especially in late at night and early mornings. Take treats to shake or cans of food to tap. Cats are most likely to be active and venturing out of hiding during those times. Cats are naturally more active during dusk and dawn, and may be less likely to be seen during the day. Additionally, many cats will attempt to return home within the first week, often in the middle of the night. πŸˆβ€β¬›βœ”οΈ Don't put out their litter, but do put out a load of your laundry. Your baby knows your scent. Litter might attract territorial aggressive strays or ferals that might fight or chase away your baby. They won't care about your laundry though. πŸˆβ€β¬›βœ”οΈ Tell your neighbors. Ask the delivery people, garbage & recycling people to keep an eye out. πŸˆβ€β¬›βœ”οΈ Notify the microchip company and make sure they are still in their system πŸˆβ€β¬›βœ”οΈ Use free online sources like Canva to make flyers to put up. πŸˆβ€β¬›βœ”οΈ Contact the local shelters to alert them. They will check the pets that came in and will be on the look out for yours when new ones come in. They also have resources/suggestions, and can loan you traps. **if you use a trap, check it often as raccoons will injure trapped cats. Do not leave it alone over night. ⚠️ Set your alarm to wake up to check it πŸˆβ€β¬›βœ”οΈ Contact the vets in the surrounding area. Someone might take your pet in to see if they have a chip. Leave your info with them just in case someone does. πŸˆβ€β¬›βœ”οΈReach out to local rescues to alert them. πŸˆβ€β¬›βœ”οΈ Register them on websites like Petco Lost Love and PawBoost. One will create a flyer for you to print out and both can be used to share on social media. πŸˆβ€β¬›βœ”οΈ Check out websites like 24PetConnection , nextdoor neighbors, and the shelters periodically to see if they have been listed as found. πŸˆβ€β¬›βœ”οΈ Don't give up.
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Wendy M.
2 weeks ago
Washington, DC - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets - PawBoost I haven't seen particular cat, but I do want to say this is a Norwegian forest cat. I know cause I have one. Have the owner look up high. They like high places.
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Jackie W.
2 weeks ago
Shared againπŸ™
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Bernadette H.
2 weeks ago
Flyers with photo & contact # often work better than people realize. Also, some bad luck, by putting their kitty litter box out by the door or garage.
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Nancy V.
3 weeks ago
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Terri M.
3 weeks ago
Is there any update for this post, I hope this furbaby was found 😞
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Barbara K.
3 weeks ago
I hope and pray that she's found soon!
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Shirley G.
3 weeks ago
I hope God brings him home safe πŸ™
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Shari P.
3 weeks ago
Sending prayers πŸ™
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