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I live in the Poconos of Pennsylvania. My cat got out last night. He is 5 years old and I rescued him at 3 weeks old on the side of the street. He is a Taby cat, male, neutered and without front claws. I live in the woods and the temp last night was 9 degrees witha wind chill of -11. Today (Thursday,2/28) it is only going to be 29 degrees with wind chill of 10. I looked last night everywhere with several neighbors for him with no luck.
put food out this morning in several places.
What else can i do and what are the chances of an indoor cat lasting out in this cold?
Heart broken,
Dan
Hi Dan,
Believe it or not he stands a pretty good chance of surviving. I am attaching link to one of the old experts here. Her name is DebbieC. She gives really good advice on how to get your cat back. Read her old answers. They will help you a lot. Good luck and write back and let me know if you got him back.
http://en.allexperts.com/q/Cats-1606/cat-ran-1.htm
Ciao, Karen
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Answers by Expert:
Karen Craft
Expertise
I can give advice on cat behavior. I can help about newborn kitten care. I can help with senior cat care. I can answer questions about cat proofing a home or making it cat friendly. I can answer diet questions. I can answer home treatments questions for cats. At present I have 13 cats in home and two ferals outside. And there's always room for one more!
Experience
I have over 40 year's experience with cats. Father was a veterinarian and I assisted him in his work. I have 15 cats at present. Most are shelter or feral rescues. I have one purebred cat. I have done cat rescues and foster care.
Some thoughts to carry with you.
A Cat's 10 Commandments
My life is likely to last 15-20 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful.
Give me time to understand what you want of me.
Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being.
Don't be angry with me for long and don't lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainments. But I have only you.
Talk to me. Even if I don't understand your words, I do understand your voice when speaking to me.
Be aware that however you treat me, I will never forget it.
Before you swat me, before you strike me, remember that I have teeth that could draw blood. And claws to strike back. And yet I choose not to attack you.
If I don't act right then have me checked to see what is wrong.
Please take care of me when I grow old. You too will grow old.
On the difficult journey, on the ultimate difficult journey, go with me please. Never say you can't bear to watch. Don't make me face this alone. Everything is easier for me if you are there. Because I love you so.
Take a moment today to thank God for your pets. Enjoy and take good care of them. Life would be a much duller, less joyful thing without God's critters. Pass this on.
Education/Credentials
I have an A.A.S.
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