Our cat, Toby, was much loved by our old neighbours, they used to let him in, give him snacks and one let him sleep in his house. Although, we really wanted Toby to ourselves, we knew he was happy and particularly got on well with one lot, so sort of accepted it.
We moved 10 months ago and he has shown no interest in leaving the road, let alone finding his old house, up until last week and he's been back four times since. I've asked our old neighbours not to let him in or feed him, in the hope he realizes there's no attraction there. Also, he's not coming back unless I go and get him. He's going there when it's dark, when no one is around and roads are quiet. He seems happy to follow me home, but runs as soon as a car comes so it takes a long time.
Has anyone got any advice on how to handle this. I know the old neighbours still love him, but I'm worried he's an old cat and not used to crossing a busier road between the two houses, so I want to deter him. Also, any advice on getting him to come home - should I just leave him longer and hope he comes back of his own accord.