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Octavius is Missing in Mission Viejo, CA

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Status

LOST

Date Last Seen

January 21, 2026

Location Last Seen

Mission Viejo, CA 92691

Nearest Landmark

Mirador and Hidalgo

Name

Octavius

Sex

Male

PawBoost ID

72508486

Species

Cat

Description

Orange tabby cat with black spots on his mouth. Weighs about 14 lbs. He’s friendly but a little shy. He may have a blue collar around his neck with an AirTag.

Message from Owner

Please if anyone has seen him to message me back I truly miss my cat. I raised him since he was a baby and my heart feels torn for losing him especially during coyote season

Facebook Community Response

John M.
4 weeks ago
Does he wear a collar?
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Lorelei L.
2 months ago
Someone posted this before and it’s so informative🙏🏼🫶🏻 You have to actively look for your cat and not just wait for your cat to show back up. Indoor only cats and limited outdoor access cats never go far. They go into survival mode and hide in silence. They will not always respond to you, most don’t. 3 AM is the best time to find a missing indoor only cat. This is the time they become most active and responsive. Place some dirty socks and pillow cases outside. Your scent will attratct your kitty. If you have a garage place the items near the garage door will and crack the door enough for her to get in. DO NOT leave food or a litter box outside, it can attract predators and aggressive Tom cats. Because indoor only cats hide so well they are not as likely to be ed by a predator. Don't give up, it can take weeks to find a missing indoor only cat. Use a flashlight as late at night as you can to look in trees, under cars and in bushes. Try to look for the glow of his eyes. Survival mode lasts 5 to 14 days. Once their hunger gets to a maximum they snap out of it but this is a dangerous time because they come out of hiding. Make mini flyers and hand them out to your neighbors. Most people don't pay attention to posted flyers. It's VERY VERY important that you look for her as late at night as you can. If you have other cats, watch them. If they are spending a lot of time looking out a certain window, that’s a good indication the missing cat is in that area. Wildlife and motion activated cameras are also helpful. Also ask neighbors to check their garages and honk horns before they turn the car on! Praying you find your sweet baby soon 🫶🏻🙏🏼♥️
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Dawn F.
2 months ago
Time is of the essence. It is coyote mating season now thru the end of March and they are out now, day and night more than usual. Cats don’t go far from home. Keep the door or window the kitty left from open 24/7 so they can return, usually very late at night. If unable to do that then crack your garage door open enough for her to get in, 24/7. Knock on neighbors doors with a picture letting them know she got out and ask them to keep an eye out, check Ring cameras for any sighting, post as many flyers as possible with kitty’s picture in your and surrounding neighborhoods. Walk late at night when it’s quiet with a flashlight, looking under every shrub for their shining eyes, softly call the kitty’s name and shake their food. Post on Ring, Nextdoor and check with shelters. Don’t give up. 💕
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Dawn F.
2 months ago
Time is of the essence. It is coyote mating season now thru the end of March and they are out now, day and night more than usual. Cats don’t go far from home. Keep the door or window the kitty left from open 24/7 so they can return, usually very late at night. If unable to do that then crack your garage door open enough for her to get in, 24/7. Knock on neighbors doors with a picture letting them know she got out and ask them to keep an eye out, check Ring cameras for any sighting, post as many flyers as possible with kitty’s picture in your and surrounding neighborhoods. Walk late at night when it’s quiet with a flashlight, looking under every shrub for their shining eyes, softly call the kitty’s name and shake their food. Post on Ring, Nextdoor and check with shelters. Don’t give up. 💕
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Karen B.
2 months ago
Gina C.
2 months ago
Any updates
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Tom R.
2 months ago
I hope you find him soon. He looks like our late orange boy, Pumpkin!
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Nicole A.
2 months ago
Hope you find him soon! Keep following the lost cat advice from Suzan
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Lois J.
3 months ago
Shared
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Cecilia O.
3 months ago
So beautiful
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