Don't give up

There’s always a chance

Searching for a lost cat can be one of the most emotionally challenging experiences—not just in pet ownership, but in life. Our deep bond with our pets makes this journey especially hard. It’s important to understand that this is a marathon, not a sprint, and pacing yourself is crucial. Use your time, energy, and resources wisely.

Recovering a lost cat can take hours, days, weeks, months, and in some cases, even years. As long as you haven’t found a body, there is still hope. While your efforts may slow after the first few months, occasional posts in local social media groups or follow-ups in your neighborhood can still bring your cat home—even long after they’ve gone missing.

Continue distributing flyers to new areas, posting on social media, and keeping up with outdoor signage for at least 6 months.

Even if time passes, don’t stop sharing—especially on social media. Miracles do happen, and many cats are found weeks or even months later.

Someone I worked with had their cat go missing in February. She put in an incredible amount of effort, searching tirelessly and passing out flyers. Even after she moved, she continued to physically return to the area to look for her cat.

Although her search efforts slowed over time, she never gave up entirely. Then, in July—months later—a man saw one of her Facebook posts and realized he had found the cat. He had actually brought the cat inside back in early March, so thankfully it had been safe and cared for all that time.

This story is a powerful reminder of how long these journeys can take, and why persistence truly matters.

I’ve heard countless stories of cats being reunited with their families after a month or more. The common thread in all of them? Patience, persistence, and refusing to give up. You are your cat’s best chance.

You're already doing far more than the average pet owner—and I know your cat would be grateful if they could tell you. I wish you strength, clarity, and the very best of luck.

Please don’t hesitate to contact me!

You’ve got this.