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murielm99

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7. Scary.

Reply to Siwsan (Original post)

Sun Aug 10, 2025, 07:49 AM

Aug 2025

A couple of months ago our Toby sneaked outside and spent the night out somewhere. We have coons, skunks, possums, foxes, etc. He was not missed until morning, either. He had very dirty paws, but no other signs of wear!

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I hope how this day started isn't an omen for how the rest will go. [View all] Siwsan Aug 2025 OP

Dunc and i are happy for you and Merlin. Duncanpup Aug 2025 #1

Thanks! Siwsan Aug 2025 #2

It's definitely not you -- cats are just sneaky. It's in their nature. eppur_se_muova Aug 2025 #3

Hooray! there's no joy quite like it. That boy is not gonna leave you Walleye Aug 2025 #4

I am so glad he is safe! mgardener Aug 2025 #5

You are the best cat Momma Siswan, JMCKUSICK Aug 2025 #6

He's been reassuring me that he's just fine. Siwsan Aug 2025 #15

Scary. murielm99 Aug 2025 #7

What a relief he was right there! Diamond_Dog Aug 2025 #8

Know that awful panic Just Jerome Aug 2025 #9

What a scary experience, Siwsan. MIButterfly Aug 2025 #10

Have been there. Understand your panic and guilt. Polly Hennessey Aug 2025 #11

WHEW! MuseRider Aug 2025 #12

Siwan, no cat could ask for a better mom. Laffy Kat Aug 2025 #13

Oh I Rebl2 Aug 2025 #14

So glad to hear the happy ending! 3catwoman3 Aug 2025 #16

Siwsan Duncanpup Aug 2025 #17

He's back to his playful self Siwsan Aug 2025 #19

You ARE NOT the worst cat momma irisblue Aug 2025 #18