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Honu is Missing in Richmond, VA

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Status

LOST

Date Last Seen

January 7, 2026

Location Last Seen

Richmond, VA 23223

Nearest Landmark

Glenwood Avenue

Name

Honu

Sex

Male

PawBoost ID

71103375

Microchip #

No chip/No collar

Species

Cat

Description

Black and white male cat- no chip and no collar- he is an indoor cat - he has been lost since December 23rd- apparently he was hiding in the couch we were getting rid of- when the movers took it to the dump, Honu was somehow hiding in the couch. He was taken 25 min away to the landfill/dump behind N. 38th St. Richmond, VA 23223 (East Richmond Road Landfill). To confirm this is what happened, we hired a K9 tracking dog who picked up Honu's scent around this area. We have not had a sighting, but his scent was confirmed down there. We miss him tremendously and want to help get him back where he belongs. Please be on the lookout. We appreciate the community support we have received greatly and appreciate any and all leads.

Message from Owner

This morning around 10 AM, our sweet boy (Honu) was spooked by some movers removing furniture from our hse. The side door was left open for him to exit - He is a very sweet boy, but very easily spooked. The tough part about this happening is that he does not have a chip and he also does not have a collar. We are very worried and would be extremely grateful for your help looking for him so we can get Honu back and warm 😢 We are offering a reward - we desperately want him . ****MISSING**** Tuxedo Cat 6 years old Male Neutered 15 pounds at disappearance NO Chip NO Collar Indoor only Most likely in complete hiding Our home is near Freeman Highschool in Henrico. Where Honu apparently is: Churchill/Oakwood area near Franklin Military Institute Where could he be at this moment? We are unclear. Scent trail from K9 trackers was picked up two weeks ago which confirms Honu is still alive. With how he went missing, it’s possible he could attempt to jump into another vehicle or end up in a completely different location again. NO chip and NO collar makes this a bit more challenging and want to be sure everyone in both locations is made aware of him. Please do not chase or try to catch him. We ask that you please send a video or photo if you believe you have seen him to 949-554-3905. We are desperate to get him home- We won’t give up on you, Honu boy.

Comments on this Facebook alert

Crystal Y.
3 weeks ago
Here are some some tips that have been found to be very effective in bringing missing cats home: File a lost report with animal control and check nearby shelters *in person* and often. If they are chipped, be sure to report them to the microchip company. Cats do not typically go far, especially those that are not used to spending time outdoors. If they are indoor or indoor/outdoor pet(s), look very throughly inside… EVERY nook & cranny inside the home. Always keep in mind, cats are the absolute best at Hide & Seek. If you’re able to, leave the opening you think they got out cracked for them to re-enter, (they’ll usually go back in the way they went out). If used to being given treats, shake the treat bag, canned food opened with a can opener, use your outdoor electrical socket or an extension cord to plug the opener outside to “call” them to eat. Put wet/smelly food out in the evening & monitor it closely. Pick it up during the day or if you notice it's attracting strays. Although often times suggested, do NOT put the litter box outside or make trails with dirty litter. This may draw predators and/or other more aggressive cats that may chase your’s away and into deeper hiding. Put out unwashed articles of their and your bedding & articles of clothing, especially those of their favorite human. You can also make "scent strips" from these unwashed items and place them in trails leading to your door or window . Go out late in the evening and in the very early morning with a flashlight… look high & low for the glow of their eyes… under vehicles (including tire wheel wells & under the hood), under porches, in sheds, storm drains & other exposed pipes, in bushes AND on roof tops & in trees, etc. They will be most active between dusk and dawn. Sit quietly while softly shaking a bag of treats and softly calling their name. Make chum trails leading to your door by using a can of canned tuna in water (no oil) or canned cat food and a gallon of warm water. Shake well and sprinkle in trails leading to your door and/or the opening you believe they left from. Get fliers up right away with phone number asking for sightings and ask neighbors to check garages, under porches, etc. Post in PawBoost, Ring and Nextdoor apps. Set up a humane trap. Animal Control or a rescue organization maybe able to loan you a trap at no cost. Monitor the trap continuously and with a motion-activated camera if possible. WATCH OUT for scammers (they’re all over lost & found animal groups, preying on those in their most desperate times)!!! They will claim they have them (or know who has them & asking for money without providing a new picture… NEVER send or give any reward UNTIL they are safely in your possession. Hope this helps! Fingers crossed !🤞🤞
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Caelie R.
3 weeks ago
I could have sworn I saw this cat about three weeks ago at 11pm on Santa Rosa Rd near Freeman, hiding in the bushes of the office parks on Santa Rosa Rd. I tried to approach but he ran off when I pulled over to the side of the road and I haven’t seen him since. I’ll keep a look out!
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Tessa G.
3 weeks ago
I thought he was found recently on 9/16 Alison Hord ?
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Lori M.
3 weeks ago
Prayers for a safe return home for Sweet Honu🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
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Cathy G.
8 months ago
SHARED
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Nina C.
8 months ago
Good luck
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Mary J.
8 months ago
Could he possibly be at Wilber Circle off Penick, off Staples Mill Road? We have seen a male tuxedo cat with a similar face.
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