Mentor, OH Lost Male Cat, Bug Is Missing

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Carol H.

5 months ago

Brittany Elizabeth, I should add one more thing to what I said. When I could not find that cat, I really sat down and prayed. And automatically into my brain, it told me to flip open a can. She actually heard it and came running! But that also reminds me that when we were trying to trap an elusive one, we fed one male cat because we knew he was around my daughter‘s house. But when we did, the pop of the can outside so that this female would hear it, several cats actually came running from across the street three doors down from my daughter’s house! My daughter was not even aware there were that many because we have gotten placement with us and threw a rescue for so many others! She was only aware that the calico and the male cat were left in the area. So they had to hear that pop of that can. I think the best time to do that is very early morning right before daylight or in the evening just after dark. And it seems when it’s cold out everything makes louder noises!

Brittany E.

5 months ago

Carol Holstein thank you so much 🥲

Carol H.

5 months ago

Brittany Elizabeth, I am saying a prayer for God‘s protection over your beautiful boy, and that he returns home safely to you. It is very scary. I have six indoor cats that I rescued off of the streets by my daughter‘s house. I was so sure that one with physical problems had gotten out of my house and it literally made me sick until I finally was able to find her in my home. She had just been hiding. I am also praying for you because I know what you are feeling. May you be filled with peace until he comes home with you. ❤️‍🩹🙏✝️

Jamie S.

5 months ago

Sit something out with your scent (dirty laundry or bedding) or your cat’s scent by the area it escaped from and check frequently. There are controversies on the litter box being placed outside, some say they could draw in the stray and ferals in that neighborhood because they are territorial and if your cat comes out they could chase your cat away. They do not like new cats in their territory. Some people say sprinkling some used litter around your house may help to draw the cat back, just be active in monitoring the area. If possible, leave a window/door open, or crack the garage door (especially overnight) to allow it to come in. Set out strong smelling wet cat food (sardines in water work great) but be careful doing this overnight, as it may attract other animals…you’ll need to check, frequently for your pet’s presence. Post neon posters of your cat’s picture and your phone number to telephone poles at intersections/locations of where he was lost. Best time to look would be from dusk to dawn, the cat is going to be scared. If it’s an indoor only cat, they are usually very close or a few houses away…they're going to wait until it's quiet to move about, they might not even meow, so take a flashlight out to look for glowing eyes and use a CALM VOICE (they will pick up tension/ panic in your voice). Whatever you do at home to get them to come to you, do that outside. Check under sheds, decks, bushes, rooftops and trees…ask neighbors to check their security cameras, sheds, garages, and/or ask for permission to check their property. Indoor cats will most likely be on your property or two houses away. If you have other pets, a dog may be able to sniff out the cat…and if you have another cat, put that cat in the carrier then take it outside and sit the carrier on a step/porch while you walk around your property. Rent or buy a humane trap, ASAP! This is the best chance at retrieving your cat. Cover the top of the trap with a tarp or blanket. The ONLY food you leave out should be in that trap, behind the trip plate, towards the very back. During severe or harsh weather trap should be checked every 30 minutes . Do not leave the trap set for long periods of time unattended, especially overnight. In general, check the trap every 1-2 hours. The humane society should be able to help with this.

Brittany E.

5 months ago

Feather Morren thank you so much!! I am losing hope after 3 days so 3 weeks makes me feel a little better.

Mark W.

5 months ago

Look under houses in the crawl spaces

Deirdre G.

5 months ago

A Trap & camera are key!!! Our boy was finally trapped after 45days! Seen almost nightly on camera. Local the entire time!! Don’t give up! CHECK GARAGES etc!

Feather M.

5 months ago

Try a live trap, they are fairly cheap, my Jane wanted to come back but was too overwhelmed and scared, she had made a home under a backyard shed across the street. Eventually she was found eating hamburger in the trap on my front porch and all was right again. It took about 3 weeks for her to show up. Tuna in oil also makes a lot of scent. If its cold out, wrap the trap in a blanket and make sure to check it often. I believe in Jane's case, the live trap was her only chance. Best of luck and a swift resolve for you I hope

Andi K.

5 months ago

Praying for your kitty safe return. That happened to me with the new cat about 1314 years ago and it was a blizzard and it was 17 below. We put out a trap at a rack in there once and another cat. it wasn’t my Molly. on the 14th day we had given up hope we came home that night and Molly was in the cage. It turns out she was next-door under a deck for most of the time we had put out food and toys, etc. also, I pray and hope your kitty comes back to you soon.

Julielyn L.

5 months ago