My next cat got away - sad story

I had a nice cat show up last week, and he was coming around every day. He was very sweet and I could pick him up and do anything I wanted with him, very gentle. I decided to take him in, but first, since he was so gentle, I wanted to check for a microchip, I figure he must have been a pet. I got him in a carrier, even though he was upset about it. I took him to the local vet hospital, and they said they could come out to the car to check him. Unfortunately, the tech let him get by her and the cat darted away so fast, we never could find him again. I've been back there 4 times, but I can't locate him. I am so mad that we didn't take him into the building to do the check. Grrrrr.

How far is the vet's from your home? Is it possible that he'll come "home" looking for food?

Originally Posted by ghosthunterbeck

How far is the vet's from your home? Is it possible that he'll come "home" looking for food?

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As the crow flies, it's about half a mile. But several streets with heavy traffic, lots of apts, whew, if he did make it he's going to get the royal treatment. I really would be shocked if it happened though. Maybe the vet tech should have known better, maybe I should have known better than to attempt the reading outside. Live and learn.

JIMO, but I really think that the vet tech should have been more careful, personally. I feel for you -- that's a really tough situation you're in. It's very possible that he will make it home again, though, if there's enough incentive there for him to do so.

Have you thought about offering some really good-tasting food at the vet's office to see if he comes for it? That's how we snagged Molly

I really hope the kitty finds a nice home with someone who'll love and take care of him. He's a cutie.

I have never heard of vet that would come out to your car, that is just ridiculous. I have no doubt that you thought it would be a good idea, at first it sounds like it is, but didn't she at least shut the car door until he was secured in the carrier?
You are being a lot nicer that I would have been. I must commend you for that. I would have had her head on a stick! That is after she hunted my cat no matter how many days it took.
Vibes and prayer tht he is safe and finds his way back to you.

Originally Posted by krazy kat2

I have never heard of vet that would come out to your car, that is just ridiculous. I have no doubt that you thought it would be a good idea, at first it sounds like it is,

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I didn't know how close the chip reader needed to be to the cat, I thought it could read through the plastic carrier. I just went with the program when she opened up the carrier. Who am I to doubt a trained professional?

(((hugs)))
I am so sorry that happened to you! He is a beautiful boy, I hope that he finds a way home.

Awww, he is beautiful..I hope you find him