Lil Eli is missing!!!

[boscibo]

Eli, come home! I hope you find him soon, Moosmom.

I'm sure you have already notified the shelters, but did you call the police too? I did a long time ago when my Boo escaped, and they were very helpful. Boo came home right away (after about 2 hours) but I figured it wouldn't hurt to call the police because they drive the streets all the time and come into contact with a bunch of people who might see him. I suppose it depends on your police department, mine was freindly and said they would keep an eye out for him.

[stacwase]

Has Eli been found yet?

[Cinder & Smoke]

Originally posted by moosmom
... but there's really no way I can put one of
my other cats out as "bait" for Eli.
They are terrified of being outdoors,
except for the Mooman, of course.

The catch is, Eli is terrified of people other than me.

You might still be able to try the *Bait Kat* routine...

"Box" one up and sit on the porch with him/her...
If the "Boxed Kitty" will *talk* - Eli might hear a familiar Voice and come out of hiding.
Then again - if "Boxed Kitty" is screaming at the top of it's lungs " HALP! She's gonna kill me!" - this idea might have some draw-backs...

As for being "fearful" of others;
Eli might change his outlook on *strangers* if he gets hungry enough. I'd keep as many of the Neighborhood Possie as possible on the case. Even if someone is just able to *spot* him - the report of a "sighting" will be a BIG help.

As for the Frequent Flyer in the trap ~
Any chance a neighbor could keep THAT one in their basement for a night or two? He seems to be a bit of a chow hound; and it'll be a tad difficult for Eli to hop in the trap - iffin the Door's Already Slammed Shut!

Keep Hunting!
We're all Praying for a Quick Eli Return!!

[aly]

Donna -

Maybe you can borrow another trap to set out? That might increase your chances of getting Eli back. Of course it will also increase your chances of catching more neighborhood cats.

Prayers are still on the way

[Tubby & Peanut's Mom]

Originally posted by Cinder & Smoke
Then again - if "Boxed Kitty" is screaming at the top of it's lungs " HALP! She's gonna kill me!" - this idea might have some draw-backs...

This might actually help though, depending on how close Eli was to the other cats. When Tubby screams bloody murder, Peanut just has to come see what's going on, and vice versa, so this might be a tactic to try. Although little Eli might be so scared that he won't be able to tell it's one of his housemates screaming and not another cat that he wants to steer clear of.

COME HOME ELI!!!

[slick]

I'm so sorry that Eli is missing and I pray that he returns soon.

[jenluckenbach]

OMG ELI!!!!!!! I was off line for one day and I miss this horrible news. Poor sweet baby, please come home. How terribly heartbreaking for you Donna. Many, Many prayers coming your way.

[Russian Blue]

I'm just checking in and still sending Come Home Eli vibes!!!! I'm so sorry Donna, I wish I could do more to help.

[ChrisH]

Oh, Donna, I am so sorry Eli hasn`t come home yet. Prayers and positive thoughts are continuing for his safe return.
{{Hugs}}
Chris

[IttyBittyKitty]

How did I miss this thread? Eli, please please please come home to your worried meowmie. I know how you feel, Donna, Pixie did something similar not long after we got her and luckily she was too scared to run away!

Prayers and cuddles coming your way....

[rosethecopycat]

Thinking of you, Donna.

Have faith.

Eli, come home!


prayers from FL.

[aly]

Donna, have you ever read the thread of one of our members who had an indoor cat that slipped out the door one day? I think the cat's name was Jasper. Well, she ended up finding him like 3 months later. Its a heart breaking, yet heart warming thread. But I just thought I'd tell you to never lose hope. I pray that it won't take NEAR that long to find Eli though.

[catland]

We're thinking of you Eli.

[zippy-kat]

Come onnnnnnn Eli!

{hugs} to you Donna

[moosmom]

I set the trap again tonight near the front of the building. It's against the building and my car is kind of hiding it so it isn't so obvious to the public.

Let's hope the goofy cat that was caught in the trap twice last night doesn't do it again.

I'll keep you posted guys. Again, thanks for your prayers and support. I love you guys!!!!!!