Delaware, OH Lost Female Cat, Socks/ Is Missing

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Rita P.

3 months ago

Domestic cats have twice as many scent receptors in their nose as humans, and can smell about 14 times better than humans. The next step for finding your lost cat is to have a shelter/Bin outside with nothing but your cats smells inside. No new smells, except for food. Cooked chicken pieces, and Cats daily treats inside. Cats blanket and another smell is cat nip.. keep the light on the shelter and or camera.

Diane M.

3 months ago

Pretty eyes

Hans K.

3 months ago

Get him soon as possible siamese will not last outside especially in the cold

Carol M.

3 months ago

Shared!!! ❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏🐱🐱🐱

Becky L.

3 months ago

📷 View photo on Facebook

Sandra H.

3 months ago

Lost Cat Recovery Checklist Immediate Actions ■ Start searching close to where she got out (cats usually hide nearby). ■ Check high & low hiding spots: under cars, porches/decks, shrubs, garages, sheds. ■ Ask neighbors to check open garages/sheds and closed spaces before shutting doors. Best Times to Search ■ Search during quiet/dark hours (best: 12am–7am, especially 1–6am). ■ Use a strong flashlight at night to spot eye reflection. Calling & Approaching ■ Call for her during still hours (overnight/early morning). ■ If you see her: stay calm and quiet (don’t chase). Scent Lures (Safe Options) ■ Put outside: her bed/blanket or your unwashed clothing/bedding. ■ Place scent items near the trap and/or leading toward the door. ■ Do NOT place a litter box outside (can attract predators such as coyotes). Food / Feeding Station ■ Set up a feeding station and feed during the day only. ■ Do NOT leave food out overnight (attracts wildlife & scares cats off). Humane Trap (Highly Recommended) ■ Get a live/humane trap ASAP. ■ Use food only inside the trap (don’t leave food elsewhere). ■ Cover trap with a tarp/blanket for safety and comfort. ■ Check trap frequently—never leave it unattended overnight. ■ In harsh weather: check every 30 minutes. Outreach (Very Important) ■ Post flyers around the neighborhood with phone number (day/night contact). ■ Bring flyers to local vets, shelters (go in person every few days if possible), and pet stores. ■ Tell your mail carrier (they notice roaming pets). ■ Ask known stray feeders/rescuers if they’ve seen her. Mindset ■ Keep checking at different times daily. ■ Don’t give up—cats can be found weeks or months later

Marlene B.

3 months ago

Post on nextdoor.com

Kelly C.

3 months ago

Put out something that she's familiar with that carries her scent (a bed, a blanket but NOT a litterbox). CALL FOR HER IN THE QUIET, STILL HOURS (11pm-7am). THIS IS SO IMPORTANT (5am seems to be the luckiest hour)!!!!!!! Scared cats move around while the rest of the world is still. Put out food in intervals (not at night) when you can keep an eye out. Talk to your neighbors, generally, they don't go far and find an open garage or shed to huddle down. If these suggestions don’t work: lost pet cats may not respond the way you’d expect your beloved kitty to and they may not just come to your calling so be prepared to have to use a humane trap (she will return to herself once she’s back inside) and put signs in your local pet store (if someone takes her in they will need litter and food). I hope you find her 🍀

David G.

3 months ago

Have you been able to contact " Burst Reo " search for their Facebook page regarding your missing pet? They helped to bring mine home when it got Missing few days back

Sonja S.

3 months ago

Shared ! Ask your neighbors to check their garages, sheds anywhere Socks could be hiding to keep warm or got locked in 🙏🐾

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