Diana E.
1 year ago
I'm so sorry your beautiful black cat is lost. You say Mayu ran away -- that's not typical cat behavior -- did she escape the house or is she allowed outside? Her familiarity with the outdoors will dictate how to find her. Escaped indoor cats usually hide close by but are too frightened to return or respond when called; while a cat that knows her 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 Mayu 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 but until I hear back from you please implement this strategy if Mayu got out accidentally: tonight instead of a kennel or anything large that would change the landscape (you want the terrain to look exactly as it did when Mayu got outside) use something small but comforting and familiar (blanket or worn teeshirt laid flat) and place tempting food at her point of escape, then watch from inside (DO NOT GO BACK OUTSIDE AFTER DARK!) and if you see Mayu approach be careful not to startle her. Slowly and quietly provide a clear path inside and she may put an end to the crisis herself. (You may occasionally call for her overnight, but do so softly and from the doorway -- going back outside could scare her away. If you can't wait up set an alarm and watch again just before sunrise -- it's a popular time.) Also, 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/
