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Nellie is Missing in Rio Rancho, NM

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Status

LOST

Date Last Seen

September 14, 2025

Location Last Seen

Rio Rancho, NM 87144

Nearest Landmark

Lincoln and Camino Encantadas Rd. Rio Rancho, NM 87144

Name

Nellie

Sex

Female

PawBoost ID

72046831

Species

Cat

Description

She is Dark Silver Grey. She looks to be well fed or fluffy shall we say. She is wearing a light purple colored collar with her name, Nellie on it.

Message from Owner

Please help in getting Nellie ! Any extra set of eyes on the lookout is extremely helpful and very much appreciated. Thank you in advance. Alycia

Facebook Community Response

Tim J.
8 months ago
🙏🐾💗🙏
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Karen E.
9 months ago
If she is normally an INSIDE cat... then she is definitely scared and hiding and you will need to go out at NIGHT with a flashlight and look for her “glowing” eyes. She is VERY CLOSE to your house… most likely in YOUR OWN YARD. They usually find a hiding spot very quickly and very close to where they escaped. Look up in the trees and check under everything in YOUR YARD first… under decks, under sheds, inside bushes, wood piles and storm drains. Then check your neighbors yards. They are very good at hiding. THE BEST TIME TO FIND HER IS AT NIGHT WITH A FLASHLIGHT AND HER EYES WILL “GLOW” BACK AT YOU. She is so scared, she will NOT respond to you calling her, so you'll have to use your eyes instead of your ears to find her. When cats are suddenly outside, they go into "survival mode" and their entire personality changes. They will NOT wander. They find a hiding spot very close by and are very scared and will not come out for anyone... even their owners. I hope you find your fur-baby very soon!
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Debkins G.
9 months ago
Put some clothing that the cat likes to lay on outside. Check with the neighbors to see if the cat might be in their garage or shed. Walk around the area with some food to lure the cat out in case you see or hear the cat. Check with the neighbors to see if the cat might be in their garage or shed. Post pictures of the cat around the area and on the Nextdoor app. Also, check the shelters, Craigslist and newspaper.
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Tia J.
9 months ago
Create a scent station (items with your/your cat’s smell - unwashed bedding, clothing, cat tower, etc. Especially important if cat is in new/unfamiliar area. Do NOT put out litter pan as feces often used to mark territory and may inadvertently attract predators or territorial cats.). Check it often, especially when things are quiet (late evening/early morning). Leave the garage door open 5” overnight. Check nearby Ring/security cameras in the area. Check in and under everything inside and outside with a flashlight. Cats don’t usually go far and freeze in a tight ball in very small, tight, dark areas when scared. The flashlight catches their eyes’ stare, especially at night. Thoroughly check inside your home, especially if this is a new/shy/scared pet. Post on NextDoor app as it covers your local neighborhoods. Be sure to check your local animal shelter in person at least every other day (can’t stress enough - in person!!! You know your pet best plus animals constantly brought in). If your cat is not spayed/neutered, may be why it is “lost” and traveling further. Hope your pet is home safe and soon. (Note: if anyone asks for money or a code as “they have your pet,” this is a scam). https://www.pawboost.com/blog/7-effective-search-tips-for-finding-your-lost-cat/ https://petfbi.org/i-lost-a-cat/tips-to-lure-a-cat-back-home-2/
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