How to Find an Indoor Kitten That Goes Outside

Kittens kept inside are safe from weather, larger animals and automobile accidents. When an indoor kitten is accidentally allowed outside, it is essential to find the kitten as soon as possible. An indoor kitten is vulnerable and often bewildered by the outside world, and it may become panicked in its new situation. Finding an indoor kitten that has ventured outside requires time and effort, and the sooner you act, the better.

Things You'll Need

  • Cat trap
  • Shirt
  • Printer
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Instructions

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      Search the surrounding area. Most kittens who go outside do not wander very far, but they may be hiding under shrubs, in window wells or in other obscure places. Keep your eyes down as you search, and look thoroughly.

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      Search indoors. Kittens are very good at hiding themselves, and a kitten that you think has slipped outside may simply be hiding in an unexpected location indoors.

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      Set cat traps on your property that are baited with the kitten's favorite food.

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      Call the local humane shelter or animal control office, leaving a description of your kitten. They can contact owners if an animal matching the kitten's description shows up. Also ask them if there are any other organizations that pick up animals that you should call.

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      Call the local veterinarians' office, leaving a description of your kitten.

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      Hang an unwashed shirt near your door. This allows the kitten to smell something familiar, and it might bring the kitten home.

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      Print fliers with a description of your kitten and your phone number and post them throughout the neighborhood.