Mary K.
1 week ago
GREAT TIPS for FINDING your CAT (revised August 28, 2023)
NOTE: The VIDEO is very insightful!
IMPORTANT…Start searching right away for your missing cat. The sooner you start looking for your lost cat, the easier it will be to find him/her. If your cat just went missing, he/she is likely near by…usually no more than 5-7 houses.
“Use every possible search method immediately when a cat is lost, including conducting a thorough physical search, distributing flyers and putting out humane traps. Go over the same ground multiple times and at multiple times of day. And don’t discount the human factor, because cats do get picked up and taken to the shelter. They can also assimilate into a nearby cat colony, so get to know the people in the neighborhood who feed outdoor cats in case they spot a new arrival.”
Keep in mind that cats tend to be MOST ACTIVE late at night and early in the morning, when it's quiet. Ask neighbors for permission to search their property and try to expand your search three to five houses in either direction. Some suggest 5-7 houses away.
🙀Don’t stop searching for a lost cat too soon🙀
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‼️ PET SIGNS‼️
It cannot be emphasized enough - SIGNS are one of the best ways to locate a Lost Pet or Find An Owner.
If you haven’t already done so, please get some signs up. The first one should go in your front yard, one at the entrance to your subdivision and one at every major intersection within 2 miles of your home.
RAIN PROTECTION for FLYERS (if not laminated)
☔️Place flyer in a SHEET PROTECTOR with opening on bottom. Put a piece of tape at bottom so flyer doesn’t fall out. You can buy a pack at any place that sells office supplies.
☔️You can also buy a pack of self-sealing laminating pouches.
NOTE: They are very reasonably priced LAMINATORS today an you can laminate yourself. You can purchase your own for a very reasonable price at Walmart, Target, Amazon, etc.
Laminating at a print service is great, but more costly.
Use fluorescent window markers to advertise your lost pet on your vehicle.
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‼️INSIGHTFUL CAT VIDEO & WEBSITES‼️
Please take a few minutes and watch this short video!!!
It's very INSIGHTFUL on lost cat behavior and one of the most helpful and informative ones for finding a lost cat.
You can use google search to find additional videos on how to find your lost cat.
VIDEO https://youtu.be/g2eCoC63B9I?si=0X_axbWTmL2WV5Pw
Visit https://missionreunite.org/find-a-lost-cat-1
Visit https://www.dailypaws.com/cats-kittens/cat-safety-tips/how-to-find-a-lost-cat
Visit 7 Effective Search Tips for Finding Your Lost Cat – PawBoost Blog
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‼️ADDITIONAL‼️
Ask your neighbors to check their security cameras. My cameras catch several cats regularly very late at night. If your cat just went missing, he/she is likely nearby…usually no more than 5-7 houses.
Try using a Wildlife or Security Camera. Cats are notoriously good at hiding. Using a wildlife or security camera can be helpful in determining if your cat is still in the area, and to establish the best location for finding them or setting up a live humane trap.
Also, ask your mail person, fedx and ups to keep a lookout. Give them a flyer.
👚👕Another suggestion is to put an article of clothing you wore today near entrance or near a security camera (if you have). You can also take your towel and wipe your face, etc. to get your familiar scent on it and place outside near your entrance. Your pillowcase should also work.
The scent of a familiar loved one can draw them near.
You can also put your cat’s bedding or favorite blanket outside.
Cats have an amazing sense of smell!
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Post on NextDoor and Neighbors by Ring.
😻Hope you will be reunited soon😻
Additional resource. https://lostpetresearch.com/lost-pet-resources/lost-pet-posters-and-flyers/
