My DC and their spouse bought a house last year and soon noticed a cat hanging around for treats. A neighbour told them it had been abandoned by another neighbour-so they started feeding it and then decided to adopt it-got it vet checked, chipped and flea treatment as was very scabby. It has turned out to be such a sweet little cat-obviously well loved at some point in its life as quite friendly. It really landed on its paws with them-lovely food, warmth and love. The vet said it was about 8.
It went missing on Thursday. They let it out around 5 am and it normally comes back around 8 for food even if it wants to stay out. Nothing. My DC went looking and found its collar in their little garden. No sign of the cat or any fur/fighting. But it’s disappeared. They-and I-are very upset. They have asked on the road WhatsApp, put pictures on there and walked around at night calling. They have marked the chip as lost. It’s never done this before-it seemed to love being in a home again. Residential area. The houses either side are empty-one is an old lady in care so her garden is like a dark jungle. Both sides have locked gates so can’t search the back.
Does anyone have any ideas? It’s so upsetting-she’s a lovely little thing and they’re devastated They were so proud of their first home and their sweet pet. Any ideas of what to do or what has worked for you would be so appreciated.