Tiger is Missing in Dripping Springs, TX

Description

Orange/yellow tab recently shaved due to matting so his coat is much shorter than in this photo, making him look like a short haired cat. His head and the tip of his tail were NOT shaved. The tip of his tail is very light colored.

Message from Owner

This semi-feral cat went missing one day after being professional shaved due to severe matting. He has not been seen since. He lived here for 1 year, bonded with me and my other semi-feral cat, and was extremely happy, healthy, with a warm predator proof shelter, veterinarian care, all vaccines. He was neutered and chipped. The theory is that being shaved resulted in him feeling unsafe and vulnerable and he went "to ground" but that has been about 48 days ago and I have searched daily, done everything recommended. I miss him dearly. He arrived over a year ago emaciated, totally feral, and grew into a beautiful, healthy, happy cat, although still semi-feral. He can only be caught with a humane trap. I am offering a reward. I desperately want him back. He is loved and very much missed. NO ONE told me that shaving a semi-feral cat could result in them "going to ground". I only hope and pray he did not fall victim to a predator. My property is wild game fenced, 10 acres, thick, heavy woods, so never see coyotes on property but bobcats do live in this area. Nearest neighborhood is Butler Ranch ests and Kirby Springs area. He survived one year before arriving here, so he must have strong survival instincts. I look for him every day. There is absolutely no sign of a zone on the property. My other semi-feral cat has shown no change in her behavior, and remains her usual self. cell is email is