Newport, KY Lost Female Cat, Bella Is Missing

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Rene D.

2 days ago

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Rene D.

2 days ago

Chipped? Fixed? Indoor cat?

Lina K.

2 days ago

Not sure if your kitty is an inside only kitty but just in case, here are some tips. Usually inside cats don't go far, about 4 to 7 houses away. They are usually scared so hunker down under anything that gives them cover; bushes, porches, parked cars. Dusk is when they feel comfortable enough to start moving around. Go out around that time & call her/his name softly while shaking her/his favorite treat container. Also put clothing that has your scent on it by an entrance, in a box turned on its side so they can hide in it if they want. Cats can smell a long way off. Praying your girl/boy is home soon.

Barbara A.

2 days ago

Helpful Tips for Finding Your Lost Cat Act quickly, stay persistent, and check often. Many lost cats are found close to home! 1. Report Missing/Update Microchip and Check Cameras • An up-to-date microchip greatly increases the chance of being reunited. • Report your cat missing to the microchip company. They will send out alerts. • Be sure your microchip info is up to date with your current info. • Check your cameras for a clue. 2. Leave Familiar Scents • Place their bedding, favorite blanket, or an item of your unwashed clothing outside near your home. • The familiar scent can help guide them back. 3. Search Close to Home and Check All Possible Hiding Places • Most lost cats are found within 1–5 houses (often 1–3 blocks). • Check inside your home, basement, and garage thoroughly. • Look in and under beds, closets, furniture, and inside drawers. • Check bushes, tall grass, woodpiles, trash cans, and other hiding spots. • Look under vehicles, on porches, decks, and patios, and inside pipes, drains, ditches, and pools. • Check the external doors periodically. In case your cat is waiting to be let back in. 4. Look in Trees and Up High • Look and listen in trees, especially nearby. • Check rooftops, gutters, porches, balconies, and higher ledges. • A scared cat may climb high and not be able to get down. 5. Search at the Right Times and Call and Listen • Cats are most active at dawn, dusk, and at night when it’s quiet. • Use a flashlight to look for eye shine — eyes may reflect light. • Call your cat’s name, listen for meows or rustling, and check the same areas repeatedly. • Shake a treat bag or food can — your cat may recognize the sound. 6. Notify Neighbors • Have neighbors look in and under bushes, hedges, tall grass, and other hiding spots. • Check under vehicles, on porches, decks, patios, and inside drain areas. • Leave a flyer with a photo of your cat and your contact number. • Check your neighbors cameras. • Check with your mail carrier. They see a lot. 7. Post and Share • Create lost cat flyers and neon waterproof posters with a clear, recent photo and your contact info. • Post on FB local lost & found pet groups and community groups. • Post on Nextdoor, Pawboost, Neighbors by Ring, and Petco Love. • Include the date, location, closest cross streets, and your contact info. 8. Check Local Shelters • Check the stray area at your county animal shelter(s) and nearby shelters daily. If not seen, ask if your cat could be in a medical room, kitty room, etc. • Do a “lost” report with the county animal shelter. Provide a clear photo and description. 9. Use Traps or Cameras • A humane trap with smelly food (like tuna or wet cat food) can help catch a hiding cat. • Consider a motion-activated camera to see if your cat is returning, especially at night. Stay Positive and Keep Searching! Many lost cats are found because caring people look, share and never give up.

Tom R.

2 days ago

Prayer sent up ask God to guide Bella home safely

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Bella is Missing in Newport, KY

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