Lithopolis, OH Lost Male Cat, Pete Is Missing

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Linda W.

2 days ago

I hope Pete is home soon. Here are some suggestions from cat experts on how to find your lost indoor cat. The ideas I’m sharing are from a study of 1,232 lost cats by Dr. Jacquline Rand, an animal expert. The number one method that was the most successful in recovering a missing cat was conducting a PHYSICAL SEARCH of the area. Most escaped indoor-only cats were roughly a 2 ½ house radius from their owner’s home. They are so frightened by their outdoor surroundings that they will hide. They may not even come if you call for them. Start with the homes that are close by. However, you may need to expand the search area. If your cat is an indoor- outdoor cat they may go as far as 17 houses because they are familiar with the area. Sometimes cats are chased further away by aggressive neighborhood cats or predators. Asking neighbors to look for your cat can be tricky. They will say yes, but often they are unable or unwilling to do a deep search. Most people will let you know if they see the cat. However, many people are unable to get down on the ground and look under a deck or automobile. They will go into a shed, but may not be able or willing to move items and do a deep search. Take a flyer with information and ask the neighbors in the surrounding homes if YOU can search under their deck, around their yard, in their garage etc, or do it together. That is where they are most likely to be. Search during the day and then get permission to return in the evening or early morning. Obtaining permission from your neighbor to search their property is critical. One lost cat owner got permission from the neighbors to do a search on their property in the early morning hours (3 to 5 AM was the most common time cats were found) and late at night. Do not yell, speak in a normal familiar voice. Loud noises will scare your cat. That is why they come out late at night and during the morning hours when they feel safe. The lost pet owner also contacted the police to let them know they were doing a search. Good idea! They found their cat. There have been a couple of recent postings from pet owners who found their cat in a drainage ditch or pipe, behind an air conditioner and in a window well. One cat was found in a tree. If you have other animals, 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. Owners often see their cat on the property late at night or in the early hours. Many have reported their cat actually came up onto their porch, but were unable to get back in. If it is safe, leave a garage door or entry door partially open. Ask neighbors to check their Ring camera. If there are nearby businesses, talk with the workers and management about your lost cat. Many people are successful trapping their cats. The trap will lure your cat in because they will be hungry. Some rescue organizations will rent or let you borrow humane traps . There are some good YouTube videos on how to trap your cat. Note: DO NOT put a litter box, food, or items that smell like your cat outside. Cats instinctively cover up their waste to protect themselves . The urine smell in the litter box will attract predators and aggressive tomcats that could chase your cat further away from home. Place some dirty socks, clothing, and pillow cases etc. with YOUR scent on them outside, near where they exited. YOUR scent will attract your kitty. Refresh the items to keep the smell strong. Again, don’t put food, or items with your cat’s smell on them out. You don’t want other cats coming around. Make mini flyers with a photo and contact information . Hand them out to your neighbors and anyone in the area that will listen. There are some people who don’t go on social media. Post a large sign in your yard ,or in a common area. Make it the size of a Political or Realty sign. LOST CAT LIVES HERE ! PLEASE HELP! Include a photo or description and contact information. Bicycle riders, runners, walkers, delivery people etc. will see the poster. Contact and visit local shelters, the Humane Society, and call pet care businesses, and groomers. Get on every pet loss group that you can. Ask your mail carrier, neighborhood workers and delivery people to be on the lookout. I hope your cat is home soon. Stay strong. ❤️ https://youtu.be/g2eCoC63B9I

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