Realizing that one of your sweeties got out and is lost can be devastating. A lost cat is a huge stress on you and your family. But, do not give up hope. There are many compassionate people who keep their eyes open for these sorts of events.
Don't panic, and start searching for your cat with some of these ideas:
1. Pets911 - Pets911 is a nationwide website for lost cats and dogs. Check out their website at www.pets911.com
2. Craigslist - Craigslist is a very popular way of finding lost cats and dogs.
3. Post Flyers - Be sure to post flyers in the same area the pet was lost or found. Some ideas may be, grocery, drug, convenience stores or anywhere you might find a public bulletin board. Even check with your local schools and try to post a flyer there.
4. CHECK WITH your neighbors,your mail carrier and your paper delivery person to see if they have seen your pet - or recognize the pet you have found.
5. PLACE AN AD IN YOUR LOCAL NEWSPAPER. In most cases, your ad will be free if you have found a pet; you will probably have to pay to place an ad for your lost pet.
6. Call the vets and animal hospitals to find out if your pet has been injured and brought their for treatment.
7. Visit all of the county facilities in your area. Some facilities that euthanize lost pets don't have the time to advertise lost and found pets. Most states have laws though that state that the county must hold the animal for a certain number of hours before something like this happens.
Be aware that there are sometimes very ignorant people that will call and tell you they have found your pet, but have not. Such as pranks and so on. Sometimes they'll even goes as far to meet you, want money, or are just plain cruel. Be careful not to give out to much information right away.
On a final note, always stay positive! Go read pet stores about how owners and cats have been reunited after month of separation. Positive thinking and attitude conquers all. Clean your pet's toys, bedding, and cats and be ready for when they come home.
Don't panic, and start searching for your cat with some of these ideas:
1. Pets911 - Pets911 is a nationwide website for lost cats and dogs. Check out their website at www.pets911.com
2. Craigslist - Craigslist is a very popular way of finding lost cats and dogs.
3. Post Flyers - Be sure to post flyers in the same area the pet was lost or found. Some ideas may be, grocery, drug, convenience stores or anywhere you might find a public bulletin board. Even check with your local schools and try to post a flyer there.
4. CHECK WITH your neighbors,your mail carrier and your paper delivery person to see if they have seen your pet - or recognize the pet you have found.
5. PLACE AN AD IN YOUR LOCAL NEWSPAPER. In most cases, your ad will be free if you have found a pet; you will probably have to pay to place an ad for your lost pet.
6. Call the vets and animal hospitals to find out if your pet has been injured and brought their for treatment.
7. Visit all of the county facilities in your area. Some facilities that euthanize lost pets don't have the time to advertise lost and found pets. Most states have laws though that state that the county must hold the animal for a certain number of hours before something like this happens.
Be aware that there are sometimes very ignorant people that will call and tell you they have found your pet, but have not. Such as pranks and so on. Sometimes they'll even goes as far to meet you, want money, or are just plain cruel. Be careful not to give out to much information right away.
On a final note, always stay positive! Go read pet stores about how owners and cats have been reunited after month of separation. Positive thinking and attitude conquers all. Clean your pet's toys, bedding, and cats and be ready for when they come home.
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