Lost Persian Cat Has the Sweetest Reunion With Mom After Days-Long Wilderness Adventure
When an indoor cat somehow gets outside, it's enough to induce a full-fledged panic. Last year, my senior cat escaped through a door that wasn't properly shut, and let me tell you-I was stressed because I knew she'd be stressed, too. Luckily, my story had a happy ending, but it's not always the case for all cats who get out.
At the end of April, an indoor Persian cat named Freddie went missing, and I'm so relieved he's been found and is back home now. Maybe I'm still weepy thinking of what might've happened to my girl if we never found her, but Freddie's reunion with Mom is a tearjerker!
@freddietheblackpersian So happy Freddie is finally back home. He returned on his own today after a few days of adventure, and we couldn't be more relieved to see him again. Thank you so much to everyone who sent kind messages and support #cat#cats#fyp#pets#pet
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This precious boy "returned on his own after a few days of adventure," and I'm sure Freddie is just as relieved as Mom is. Going outside sounds fun until you're stuck out there, lost, confused, and hungry.
She noted in the comments that she called out for him, and he came running from the garden, proving he didn't mean to vanish and was probably waiting to hear her voice again to be found.
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What To Do If Your Indoor Cat Gets Out
If your kitty escapes into the big, scary world, take a breath and try to stay calm. After that, Maine Line Animal Rescue has a few things you can do to hopefully get your kitty home quickly and safely.
First, open a window they can get into, then look near your house-the bushes or behind the garage-and make your way toward the neighbors' properties. Indoor cats don't typically venture too far away from home because they're afraid, so be sure to search places close to home. Also, let your neighbors know to be on the lookout in case they do go there after the fact.
@freddietheblackpersian Freddie has been missing for a few days now, and we're still hoping with everything we have that he finds his way home. Please keep him in your thoughts and share if you can . #cat#cats#pet#pets#kitten
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Next, lure them home with familiar scents (a litter box or favorite blanket) or food/treats. We found my kitty in our next-door neighbor's flower bush, where she hadn't moved in the 24 hours since she got out. We only heard her meow after shaking the treat box, and thank goodness she'd never turn down a treat!
Cats are clever, so a little "babyproofing" (making sure windows are locked, they're in the house when you leave, and doors get shut) wouldn't hurt. I learned my lesson the hard way! That said, I'm beyond happy that sweet Freddie is home!
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This story was originally published May 6, 2026 at 8:55 PM.