I Lost My Cat Arya - What I Learned | The Cat Butler

Two weeks ago I lost my cat Arya. This is what I learned.
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[@luishenriquedasilva6526]

I have lived some similar with my 10-years-old cat Piu. We were in the countryside, Piu had gotten tired from walking, so I held him in my arms to get back to my grandma's place right before very loud gunshots of someone trying to kill a little bird. I had never seen Piu get that much scared, he flew from my arms and got lost into high woods. It took 4 hours to rescue him. I cried rivers. Thankfully he is fine, healthy and ready to celebrate his 11 years old in October!

[@TheCatButler]

I am glad you were able to find Piu!

[@itzlarahere3917]

Yay I’m so happy you find piu

[@sipolina625]

° ° ° ° 🔫 PIU PIU PIU PIU

[@CheckChannelPls]

Let’s go!! U found her

[@doglover9941]

Piu is such a cute name for your cat!

[@alessia4066]

So glad you found her! And to anyone who lost a cat, don't lose hope! Last year I was walking home, in my neighborhood there are a lot fo stray cats and some people placed some small cat houses to feed them, while walking I saw this beautiful cat sitting on the top of this house waiting for the food and she got closer to me and let me pet her and play with her, I was really confused because that's not the behaviour of a stray cat especially in the area where I lived, so I told my mum and she contacted the association that take cares of these cat. We sent them videos and pictures and they showed us a flyer of a missing cat that was just exactly like her. So we contacted the owner, she came but the cat was gone, the morning after my mum went to the same place and called the cat, the cat came out, she immediately called the owner who saw the cat and recognised her immediately. The cat disappeared TWO YEARS before and the woman looked for her anywhere, even when she got reports from far cities she always went and at the end the cat was just in the same town.

[@TheCatButler]

Alessia thank you for the kind words! Wow what a crazy story, thanks for sharing and helping the woman find her cat! You guys are angels!

[@SakuraloyXD]

My white cat gone lost year's ago I don't know where he went my family said we can't find him because we're to busy and I could have go find him but I'm to young to go look for him by myself if I go by myself I truly get lost

[@jayabathija8387]

I read that cat's don't wander off far from their territory they used to live in. You have to search 10-20 km within the territory in all directions.

[@dawnhewitt1]

Thank god for you and your mom, wow, two years must have been a nightmare for the owner and the kitty!

[@tihaya_radost]

So touching....thank you so much!

[@dazzle0.098]

I love how you were able to stay calm and think ahead about what to do and how to do to find her. If it was me I would've panicked and cried my eyes off after not finding my cat for 10mins. Lesson learned. Never ever taking my cat outside without a secure carrier and need to get a gps on him asap

[@TheCatButler]

Thanks for your kind words and support! Yeah I definitely panicked in the beginning but learned it would do no good for me. And I realized my earlier efforts was just disorganized searching and praying that I get lucky. Had to craft a solid game plan if I were to get Arya back. I am glad you found some tips helpful. I was hesitant to post this video at first since it was so traumatic but I thought it would help other cat owners prepare and know what to do in the situation.

[@dazzle0.098]

@@TheCatButler sir I appreciate you showing courage and posting this video to help cat owners get more aware of the fact that it can happen and what we need to do if it does ever happen. And I really love your videos. They're very informational and helped me become a better cat mom💖

[@voidcat6820]

I have lost one of my cats once. It was on the second day we found her, she was under a grill where the propane tank was kept.

[@Observette]

The anxiety when a pet goes missing or when literally losing a pet like this is indescribable panic and dread. I mean you can literally feel it when watching the video!

[@michellef.554]

That's a scary time, loosing a beloved cat! Glad she's alright and home. Beautiful cats .

[@TheCatButler]

Yes it was! Thanks for your kind words and support!

[@SirMopy]

the most important point is to know why she went out of the carrier and jumped... and tbh, i would never let her ride with you again without a carrier you can close up. never make the same mistake twice.

[@TheCatButler]

Yes she will always be in a carrier from now on!

[@negy2570]

Thinking later It was Better that the harness was not tight because jumping from a bike with a leash attached must be painful. Better a carrier 👍

[@pinkmeow3720]

the most important point is to find her

[@SirMopy]

@@pinkmeow3720 you don't say cp. obvious... AFTER she was found.. you always have to rethink your actions, especially if she went missing.

[@husher5142]

irrational response, but yes cats can do something a hundred times and still get spooked on a one off. The main thing is that he had a system that had never failed, but he changed it to try something new. So, go back to the old method and get GPS - both rational responses to an incident.

[@wintermistique3399]

I went through so many emotions watching this. I can't even imagine. I don't know what I would do if I lost my Kiya girl. So happy you found her! ❤️

[@TheCatButler]

Thank for the kind words and support!

[@DoodleDoo]

It's just a fn animal dude. We butcher millions of cows and pigs every day.

[@ToweringToska]

And thank you for letting us know they found her, I was afraid to watch before knowing!

[@heavenlydusk]

I thought she died and I was gonna cry

[@iculas]

I stopped twice because I thought I was going to start crying and five seconds in I already knew she was found. Gosh that was so emotional.

[@vysharra]

I’m a dog walker and Aria escaped her harness using a very common move we call “the death roll” (the real name of a similar move alligators use underwater). It generally happens with a harness that is too loose or the animal has lots of fur, especially lots around the neck. Fur is slick and the death roll puts unusual tension on the harness, letting it twist and contort enough to allow the animal to escape. I’ve never lost a dog to it because a mentor taught me a trick. If the animal has lots of neck ruff, you need to add a collar specific for fluffy fur, fit it properly, and then attach the collar to the harness with enough tension to prevent the collar from extending past the ears (even if you pull very hard or lift it in unusual ways). This gives you one less avenue of escape and more control when they start to roll. When fluff is very slick, essentially acting as a lubricant during an escape, I tend to use an emergency pinch collar to grab through fluff (it can’t pinch unless the dog is truly distorting the fit of the collar and harness with this configuration - I know this is controversial to some but an incident of humane pinching is vastly preferable to an escape or fight). I don’t know if they make collars like that for cats, but anything meant to combat fur slickness (Velcro?) will help the collar grip during a death roll. I noticed the lack of tension on the lead when Aria was in the basket. This is important because harnesses change fit on fluffy animals when under tension. Tension while in the basket, only leaving enough slack to sit comfortably in the basket, will also prevent Aria from using the jolt of the drop again to assist her escape.

[@TheCatButler]

Hey thanks for the detailed comment! I definitely learned a lot I wasn’t aware of. Appreciate the tips and I would look into it further!

[@TheJulietxo]

I realized this with my Australian Shepherd. She is very furry and her fur is very slippery. When she was a year old she also realized this and learned to slip out of her harnesses and collars. Thank god she never ran and has a good recall but after like 3 times I got her a custom martingale collar. I didn't want to wait for a day where she got spooked and couldn't respond to me anymore. No animal is completely "bulletproof"

[@malinia.20]

You are amazing!! Wow, thanks for this advice! Thank you for going above and beyond and taking the time to educate yourself on all of these things so that you can give the best possible care to the dogs you take care of. I'm sure the dog owners you work with appreciate you more than anything! I've never used a dog walker, but my worst fear is having my dogs get lost or escape. Thank you for educating us!

[@sciencenotstigma9534]

This is why I still use the “unsafe” collars when I take my cats anywhere, and make sure the adjustment is correct. Thanks for the tip! Now I will use both, to allow them more mobility. You can’t really lead a cat by a collar without hurting her.

[@sajeendranrajakumar5957]

I lost my cat once. She usually runs out of the apartment door to rub herself on the stairs and then she comes back. One day we accidentally closed the door leaving her outside. We searched for her hours inside and outside the building we couldn’t find her. And then an lady told to come at 4 am cuz scared cats come out when there is no noise. We didn’t just that, we were shouting her name (coco) she ran to me and didn’t let me go. That experience was really terrifying.

[@TheCatButler]

Glad you found her!

[@Moonsthecat]

Every time we open our door to. She runs out of the door and we have to run down the hallway to get her

[@tj28308]

My cat escaped his harness in front of a vet clinic I was about to take him to. I never found him. I cried so much and the vet gently adviced me not to do a similar thing with my other cats, and that cats always need to be carried in a closed pet carrier, no matter how tame they are, as the overwhelming senses in an unfamiliar territories can send them running instinctively.

[@TheCatButler]

I am sorry for your loss. Yeah cats are unpredictable sometimes :(

[@amyw6021]

We had the similar situation, our cat escaped, Found her at nearby house front yard . crying so loud When near her, she ran under the car parking at driveway, Homeowner also helping us, just could not found the cat Next day homeowner heard sound from car , cat hiding inside car engine .

[@coolyou-td8zn]

I have three ragdolls myself. I could not imagine this happen with my cats. I would go on a full panic. Ragdolls are too sweet and they can’t survive outside. I am glad that she was safe and got back home now!

[@TheCatButler]

Ragdolls are too sweet! Yeah I don't think they can last long outside at all! I am glad she is safe, thank you for the kind words!

[@tianjiaoliu3253]

Arya sounds like a cat who are scared of people and sound. I would image it’s very uncomfortable for her to go outside especially on city street.

[@TheCatButler]

So it’s true she is scared of people. Tho I have taken her outside on a leash, in a bike carrier, and stroller before and she has never panicked at this level. So I was a bit surprised when she jumped. But going forward she will only be in a carrier if we go biking

[@hajeraa]

i remember my cat went missing for about 2 years almost 3. one day i came home from school and my mom told me … “ look who came back to see you” i was in shook… i couldn’t believe he was there ! ☺️

[@ayzl7841]

I got so emotional watching this. I'm glad you were able to find your furbaby. 2 years ago I lost my cat Kiki. He was very special to me and I searched for months. I never found him and I'll always miss him.

[@TheCatButler]

Thanks for the kind words and Sorry for your loss. Losing a cat is really an emotional experience

[@theaxelcam9585]

Yes

[@shvnzey6547]

I lost a cat a long time ago, and it was one that i shared my whole childhood with, for 8 years. I can't even describe how happy I would be just to see him once more, and he really meant a lot to me. I'm glad that your cat was found.. I still tear up thinking about mine.

[@TheCatButler]

I am sorry for your loss! Thanks for the kind words. After almost losing my cat it the feeling truly sucks

[@Vampirzaehnchen]

Same here. My cat back then disappeared twice. The first time she came back two months later but lost her fur on her paws. The second time, she never came back.

[@theaxelcam9585]

Yes

[@hala-jb1ec]

And I recently lost my cat for two weeks, but I am sad a lot thinking about how he will eat and drink. I feel very depressed. Even when I am among my friends and in my shift in college, I cannot get over the sadness. I really love him and no one feels but from the family to them. He is not an important animal. When he went out at night From the window of the house because of my sister, he could not wear a collar on his neck. I heard his meowing on the third day when he was gone, but I could not go to search for him in the mountain, and I went after a few days and did not find him today, but all because of the tension, I did not find him, and no one understands what it means to have an animal friend

[@daniellee3344]

@@Vampirzaehnchen 11:25 11:25 11:25 . Awwwwee

[@Neenz718]

My cat Neko is microchipped. He slipped past my mom when she was leaving for work at 4am. When she got home at 1pm and didn’t see him she knew he had gotten out. Long story short my baby survived in the street for a month and a half before he was recovered. I never gave up hope on him! What’s best is when we went to pick him up, he had no injuries, fleas, or parasites. He was just skinnier from scarce food. I’m so grateful to be with him again. He brings my family a joy and love that is unmatched!

[@TheCatButler]

Glad Neko was found!

[@Qwiartz]

I lost my cat once. I came home and usually my cat always comes to greet me and she didn't show up. I immediately knew something was wrong and asked my family when they last saw her, it was hours ago. I found the door in our atrium pushed slightly open and I knew she was outside and I left to search for her. Luckily I found her after about half an hour lying under a bush not too far from our house. I was so panicked and scared because I care about her more than anything else

[@TheCatButler]

OMG I am glad you found your cat! The feeling when your cat is gone is the worse thing in the world!

[@pure.hearted]

So happy that you found her 😻 Same thing happened to me also when I traveled with my cat to my mom country 😻

[@pawwalker3492]

That's one thing I've found when out helping to look for escaped kitties. They _usually_ hunker down close to home - under bushes or grills - places like that. Very glad your cat was a typical kitty, and you found her safe and sound!

[@pawwalker3492]

Roula G- I agree with what you said.

[@remi7400]

I am glad that you find her safe and sound. This is the scariest time any pet owner would’ve gone through. I lost my cat for 22 days and thanks God I found him. I utilize everything I know to bring him back. Flyers, asking everyone, posting in pets lost and found communities, checking vet clinics in my area, walking for hours in early mornings and late at night calling his name, I placed his bed and toys outside our front door hoping he would smell his own scent and find his way back home, but nothing worked. It turned that after he went outside while the door was accidentally open, someone snatched him. I put a reward for who finds him. So the snatchers called me and tried to raise the amount of the reward. Threatening them through the forums and exposing them to everyone made them threw him back in the area near my house. We found him trying to eat from the garbage with other stray cats. 22 days of sadness and fear for his life.

[@TheCatButler]

Remi thanks for sharing your story. Those snatchers are evil for stealing your cat. I am glad your cat was able to come home safely!

[@donutlin6743]

I'm very glad you didn't give up! I'm happy that you found her safe ^_^

[@TheCatButler]

Me too! Thank you for the kind words!

[@nasdoc1]

Giving up is out of the question. Pet owners will look tirelessly for days non-stop even sleep on the road to rescue their pets. It's too much of an emotion.

[@schmourt]

lowkey almost started bawling because of this video. I'm so glad you were able to remain calm and find her. my heart would've been broken to pieces

[@TheCatButler]

Thank for the kind words! I am glad she is home safe!

[@JessicaZane4realz]

Also always remember to keep your windows closed if you live in a condo, especially if there are no screens because your cat can fall out by accident and they will have a long fall if you're on the 38th floor. And it is something you do not want to live through. Especially when you're watching your cat falling all the way down and landing on a car.

[@TheCatButler]

This is a good tip!

[@bobob9969]

This is so specific I hope to god this isn't something you've experienced

[@jacintacheng2012]

My cat went missing for 3 days. I have always kept him indoors so he is not used to the outside and i was so worried for him. I spent every day looking for him and got no sleep at all. On the third morning he just rocked up at my front door meowing. First thing he did when he got back was use the litter box. Then i read a quote somewhere saying “your cat isn’t lost he knows how to get home he just doesn’t want to come home.” This made me feel terrible but knowing that he did come home was comforting. Nothing compared to this situation tho because this was no wear near her home. I’m so glad you found her :)

[@TheCatButler]

Jacinta thanks for sharing your story! I am glad your cat came home. Our cats can be unpredictable :(

[@onceuponabluemoonx3]

I have had my cat Whisky since he was 5 days old. He was such a cuddly kitty with a huge personality. at 8 months I lost him after Hurricane Sandy, rather we let him out to climb our tree which he was obsessed with but he never went far from where we were. He wasn't ever scared of strangers. I guess some people were helping "clean up" but they kidnapped my cat from the tree and even as we ran after them to let them know he wasn't a stray or missing they got into a car and left. At that point I thought I would never see him again. At the beginning of 2021 I was starting to just give up on the idea of ever seeing him again. Praying he was taken into a loving home. In February of that year we got the call... he was chipped and had been found deep in Long Island. He immediately saw me and jumped into my arms and I will never let him go again. He does not leave my side and constantly asks for cuddles.

[@TheCatButler]

Nova thanks for such an inspiring story! I am glad you got your cat Whisky back! I myself experienced the damages of hurricane sandy, so definitely understand what you went through! Wish you the best!

[@TheBetaPR]

Wow! That was almost 10 years!

[@otterlettie]

i lost my cat a few months ago, it was such a pain in my heart, i am still dwelling over it now. i was crying for hours and hours and i just hope he is okay. i hope he is still out there being the little explorer i know he is. if he’s not on this planet, he is in a better place. i miss you wilson, rip/live a good life.

[@TheCatButler]

I am hoping that you guys are reunited!

[@judithelizabethsnow2497]

Me too!

[@chrisjon4925]

Losing my cat was one of the most depressing experience. I can't express my joy when I found him 6 months later near my school .

[@TheCatButler]

Chris I am glad you were able to find your cat!

[@Batkin_Art]

Someone I know lost their cat and looked for her for over 2 weeks. They finally found her, in the neighbors basement, literally the house right next to them. She was just a few meters from the owners house the entire time. Very lucky they found her in time.

[@TheCatButler]

I am glad they were able to find her!

[@haidershah8128]

This is why I keep my ragdoll cat indoors only. He was $2500 dollars and I would never risk him getting hurt or stolen

[@bonnie6041]

My cat has been missing for 3 weeks but I still look for her every day

[@TheCatButler]

Bonnie I hope you find her!

[@bonnie6041]

@@TheCatButler thank you 🙏

[@hala-jb1ec]

did you find it !!

[@bonnie6041]

@@hala-jb1ec sadly not. :( but thx for asking ❤️

[@Sarah-cs9rl]

I can’t even imagine how you would’ve felt during this stressful time. I’m so happy she’s home and safe

[@TheCatButler]

Thank you for the heartfelt words! I was hesitant at first doing this video, because I had to relive those terrible moments again, but I figured other people could learn from the experience!

[@Catman9654]

i got so stressed out watching this video with my cat. this video made me tear up and almost cry.

[@cassandraberttula4545]

This video is heartbreaking 💔 but love that you found Arya! I recently lost my 10 yo female cat, Baby, on a trip to our new home in Costa Rica...I figure she hid someplace in our large yard (on a jungle mountain) but we couldn't find her) 😔 I am still struggling to accept that she disappeared but praying she will return. It's been 7 weeks 😔

[@TheCatButler]

I am lucky to have found her. Oh no! Sorry to hear that. Is she usually an indoor outdoor cat?

[@diane519]

Omg, I almost had a heart attack. I’m a new subscriber, but I’ve been binging you’re videos for a whole day and immediately fell in love with both of your cats, so when I saw the title I was like 😱😱😱 NOOOOO. Gosh I’m so HAPPY and EXCITED that you have found your cat. They’re the cutest and thank you for this video, this is very helpful experience and tips!!

[@TheCatButler]

Thanks you for your sympathy and kind words! I am glad you enjoyed the video and found some tips helpful!

[@jennifercarter9047]

Ragdolls are the best. I hope to one day fine a cream bicolor to add to my breeding program. Female's are pretty rare.

[@TheCatButler]

@@jennifercarter9047 oh you are a breeder that is awesome! Thank you for helping so many parents get beautiful ragdolls :). Yeah cream ragdolls are so rare, but this is my breeder who has a cream ragdoll - ragdollsea.com/.

[@jennifercarter9047]

@@TheCatButler thank you for that. I went to her page and looked. She has some stunning breeders. Do you know if she retired their father? I didn't see a male that could make them. I do also breed the Blue-eyed White line. They are my husband's favorite. So many breeders are now doing kitten rooms. I just find that to be so impersonal and can result in kittens not being as loving as they can be. Plus, they have all the fears your baby has. Hiding from people and taking longer than it should to adjust to their new home and owners. Unfortunately, not everyone wants to live, eat and sleep with their rag babies. Mines are like my kids. Heck I've got 2 litters in bed with me sleeping right now lol. Anyway's, your babies are beautiful and I'm so glad they have an amazing daddy!

[@TheCatButler]

So I believe their father was on loan from another breeder. You can reach out to her to see what breeder it was. Their mother retired and currently only the cream she has is Teemo and Arya's sister Lucia. Haha that must be awesome to have 2 litters sleeping with you! You are an angel! Thank you for raising them :)

[@terig6356]

🙏 I’m so glad you found her! You are a hero for not giving up!!

[@TheCatButler]

Thanks for the kind words! I am glad I kept fighting!

[@sophrosynemind]

@@TheCatButler hope you and your kitty kats always stay healthy and happy together for a long long time...🍀🍫🌞

[@simplymhei9714]

we have the same story..i never give up until i found him🤧🤧🤧.

[@Geraldine.kittens.cats.48]

My cats were traumatised three times by this crazy landlord when I moved. My one cat couldn't take it the third time and bolted over the wall into the field. My feral colony lives in that field. My girl hung around our previous home but wouldn't come close to me. My heart was broken that she didn't want to come to me. She is the most timid of all my babies. It took weeks and I eventually used a kitty trap we use for TNR to trap her. After being in the trap for 1 hour I let her out in our new home and she twirled for her back rubs as usual. You need to keep their environment in your control at all times. Now when I move, she is the first to go in a carrier.

[@TheCatButler]

Yes controlling their environment to be safe is key!

[@nutella5578]

Arya is the CUTEST cat I’ve ever seen

[@kathleenj1158]

When I lost my cat, Mikayla, I looked day & night, to find her. I even lost a new job in the process. I finally found her after 5 weeks. This was 10 years old. I do not take any chances since then. I don't open the doors in my home unless she's in a room with the door closed. I have a more secure cat carrier and she's now microchipped.

[@TheCatButler]

Hey Kathleen thanks for sharing your story! It’s very touching and I commend your devotion to your cat Mikayla. Your hard work paid off! I am glad your cat was found!

[@Lucytiica]

Where did you find her? I lost my cat 3 weeks ago, I've looked everywhere, I basically spend my days and nights looking for him, but I haven't been able to spot him and I'm suffering so much.

[@kathleenj1158]

@@TheCatButler Aww, thank you so much! 💖 ☺️

[@kathleenj1158]

@Ivannia Alvarado I found her about a mile away in a very large apartment complex. I offered a reward on a flyer & someone called to tell me that she had been living in the bushes & yard right outside of their patio. I literally placed hundreds of flyers all over my city. As I searched day & night, I went door to door & spoke to as many people as I could. Without offering a reward & having that & a colored picture of her on my flyers, I really don't think that I would have found her.

[@kathleenj1158]

@Ivannia Alvarado I'm so very sorry that you're suffering. I did, too. I cried every day that she was gone. I never had kids, so she's like my daughter.

[@JaninaElyse]

I’m sorry I had to fast forward to make sure you found her. I was a nervous wreck until I got to that part! 😂 I’m so glad you did find her. Our fur babies are truly our babies!! ❤❤

[@TheCatButler]

Janina no worries! Appreciate your comment. I posted this video hoping to help other people find their cats if they encountered the same situation! And yes our fur babies are precious!

[@diarimachan]

I can feel the trembling in your heart searching for Arya

[@TheCatButler]

Yeah I’m glad I was able to find her!

[@xindy7126]

I would be so scared and devastated if one of my cats got out of the house 😢 I wouldn't be able to be as calm as you to think of where they could have gone.

[@TheCatButler]

Yeah I think in the beginning I was super devastated as well and didn’t have a strategy or plan. But the key is definitely to fight that panic and think clearly.

[@AQ_456]

I'm sorry what you went through. I'm so glad she is safe. I also have to say that I'm impressed with the way you managed to get your cat back, especially when you thought about what Arya is most likely to do. I don't think I would have been smart enough to do that. I also want to ask: how are your cats with recall? I think if anyone is taking out their pets, they should make sure that their animal is good with recall so in a situation like this their pet is far more likely to return to them with you just calling their name. Also, I think a pet trailer for your bike might be a good idea. I hope for the next outing, it goes much better! Have a good day/night! :)

[@TheCatButler]

Hey thanks for your kind and supportive words! It definitely was panic and no plan in the beginning. But I started googling really hard what to do in my situation because I had no clue what to do. The experts mentioned most cats don’t go far and that calmed me down a bit. And coupled with aryas personality made me believe I had a chance. My cats with recall isn’t that great and is something I need get better at. Still I think that would need to be tested under stress. Arya is just very shy and gets scared easily. Teemo would have just walked up to people and said hi Thank you for the excellent tips! And I wish you well as well!

[@MimiS6000]

A cat can be good with recall in their normal comfortable environment. But when they panic or are in unfamiliar territory you’d be surprised how they don’t even respond to your calling. I lost a very confident cat that was great with recall and when I found him under a hole in a shed he still wouldn’t come to me. (He’s now found thankfully) They’re just so scared in environments they’re not used to so their usually behaviour goes out the window.

[@AQ_456]

​@@MimiS6000 True, however, the point that I was trying to get across is that pet parents should what they can to INCREASE the likelihood of their pets returning to them. Of course, recall or any safety/preventative measures you take isn't 100% but at least you are taking steps to make it MORE LIKELY for pets to be returned to you.

[@boogaboogboog]

Bye ✋💀

[@matildaz.h4442]

I’m so glad you find her. I put an AirTag in my cat’s caller. Whenever I take him out, I put the caller on him just in case if something happens.

[@TheCatButler]

An air tag is a good idea! I am fortunate enough to find her!

[@lalalaolis]

Why did i almost cry watching this

[@patdavid4528]

Most, valuable lesson in your life ! You could have lost the most precious loving , daughter, sole mate, part of your life would have been destroyed! You are so lucky, and blessed to Arya , she kept herself protected. She could have been run over by a car!! Ragdoll is a house cat, they are frighten of busy, noisy open street. Please keep your most beautiful , valuable cats safe indoor or in a proper safe carrier when go out. Bless and love to Teemo and Arya🙏🙏🙏🐱🐱🇬🇧

[@chantellerosebud1780]

Wow this was emotional to watch! Such a relief you found her! I’ve just discovered your channel through looking into homemade raw cat food recipes. My Bengal fur baby is also called Aarya (just spelled the Bengali way). I’ve subscribed to your channel 😊

[@TheCatButler]

Thank you! I am so glad I found her. Now I am super cautious when outside haha. That is a cool way to spell Arya :). Welcome to the channel! Wishing you and your cat the best :D

[@shubhamshukla1308]

O thank god you found her... seeing the video Title... I was soo sooo scared.

[@TheCatButler]

Thank you for your sympathy and support! I was hesitant on making this video at first since it was so traumatic but thought it would be helpful for others!

[@roctechproductions]

I know what it feels like to lose a pet and the joy when u find it.. I lost one of my dogs 9 months ago and found him

[@TheCatButler]

I am glad you found your dog! Yeah losing a pet is quite the traumatic experience!

[@roctechproductions]

Sad to say this i lost this dog of mine forever from this world he died 10 days ago

[@maggiev5528]

So thankful she was found. The shot of Ayra and Timo curled up together at the end put my heart at ease.

[@TheCatButler]

Yes it was my favorite shot too! Thanks for the kind words

[@ceciliaarenab]

I'm so glad you found her, I know the feeling of almost losing your cat! I also almost lost my cat when he got scared of a dog when I was walking him. My cat got out the harness and run out of our building courtyard but luckily he stop on a corner and I could grab him.

[@TheCatButler]

OMG I am glad you were able to find your cat. Yeah cats are escape artists. I seriously don’t know how she escaped out of the harness. It was so tight on her. But thanks for the support and kind words!

[@LeaVog]

This got me emotional, if I loose one of my babies I would be devasted. Thanks for sharing ✨

[@TheCatButler]

Yeah losing a cat is traumatic! Was hesitant at sharing at first but thought I can share some tips for owners that lost their cat. Thanks for your support and kind words!

[@smallfry7122]

maan I went through the same emotions as you did when I lost my cat Ahri. He has the same temperament as my cat hates people and dogs; hides a lot. This will definitely be useful if something like that ever happens again

[@TheCatButler]

Yeah at first I was hesitant to share the story, but I figured it would help other people find their cat. I am glad you found Ahri!

[@annelisestarhope9334]

I feel for you. I'm glad you found her safe. My youngest cat went missing for 3 months. Luckily one night he came home. We stared at each other like we didn't believe what we were seeing. It's the best feeling having all family members safe and home.

[@TheCatButler]

Thank you for the kind words! Yes I am so grateful I found her!

[@mariagraziasiscar1223]

It happened to my Winny too! She flew out of her pram and slipped off the harness. Moments of true panic! Luckily she walked a few meters and she froze in fear of letting me hang her in my arms. While watching your video i thought just what you said at the end: a tracker would be the best thing! In any case, i will no longer unzip the wheelchair!

[@TheCatButler]

I am glad you were able to get Winny back! Yeah I was hesitant to share this video at first since it hurt emotionally, but I figured it would be helpful for others!

[@stz1144]

This made me emotional, I know how incredibly scary and terrified losing a pet you love so dearly and I've always praying that would never happened to my cats. So glad you'd able to found her!❤️

[@TheCatButler]

Thanks for your support and kind words! After narrowly losing a cat I can say it’s a challenging experience.

[@abdullahak2204]

Coco got lost 2.5 years ago... long and sad story... glad you were able to find Arya

[@TheCatButler]

Thank you for the kind words and I am sorry for your loss

[@gamingwithshep_5678]

I lost my black cat ashen a little before this video was posted, we found her on the other side of the road underneath some trees, she had been hit in the head by a car….. I miss her and I am glad you found your cat

[@TheCatButler]

I am sorry to hear that she got hit by a car. Sending you the best wishes!

[@SushmitaThakur]

So happy you got ber back. I went through this once. I forgot to close my terrace door and my cat Gon ran out 😭. It was 3 am midnight I was running on roads like a mad girl shouting gon gon… till 12 pm next day he didn’t come back. I lost hope. I was crying and going back in extreme heat again and again to look for him. At exactly 12:05 pm I saw gon at my door. He was dirty and thirsty. That was my worst day. I felt like how irresponsible I was. Thanks to God. Gon is fine now.

[@TheCatButler]

Thanks for sharing your story and kind words! I am glad you were able to find Gon! Both of us were able to get a second chance :)

[@aryapatkar5348]

My name's Arya😭 I'm glad you found her all safe and sound 💕

[@DhyaanMusicSimplyContentment]

I pray again and again ....you will find herrrr

[@sunayakong8537]

Thank goodness you found her. I also trained my cat to come when I tap her food bowl.

[@Ozu92]

I also lost my cat 2 weeks ago. He went out of the territory of the site and we searched for him for 12 hours ... until he himself went through the gate as if nothing had happened.

[@TheCatButler]

I am glad your cat came back! Wish you guys the best!

[@realsushrey]

I was looking for this comment. I believed that cats could find their way back home. Maybe that is the difference between outdoor vs. indoor cats. Or maybe it is the fact that they have gone by themselves vs. getting lost while being carried.

[@Its-Sarah]

Once I lost my cat for 3 days, I live on a private beach and my cats go out there everyday and once I let him out, but then he never came back that whole day, I didn’t think anything of it but then the next day he didn’t come back and I started to worry, so I walked along my whole beach and the sidewalk and he was nowhere to be found, I started crying and at night I thought that all hope was lost and was crying and couldn’t sleep that night then the next morning I was sitting on the couch watching Netflix I then heard a meow at the door, (we have a clear door) I looked out of it and saw him my heart skipped a beat I was so excited, he ran inside and we gave him 2 whole packets of food and lots of water, usually he eats half a packet at most, he had no food for the whole 2 days.

[@TheCatButler]

Glad you were able to find him!

[@judithelizabethsnow2497]

That is such a lovely story! Thank you for telling it.

[@philliplopez8745]

What I learned . That hollow feeling when you discover that you dont know where they are . A pain like no other .

[@TheCatButler]

Philip well put. I wish to never feel that feeling again. Will be taking every precaution in the future

[@deborahseaman8470]

I lost my cat for about an hour and I went crazy. I notified animal control,the animal shelter, 2 fb pages and I was so grateful that I found her.

[@TheCatButler]

I am so glad you were able to find your cat!

[@AngelaLee-ql6um]

I lost my cat a couple of years ago when we had just adopted her for a few months. She was unfamiliar with us and she escaped from our house. I was on a trip and only my husband was home. I asked him to post posters. So worried that I wanted so much to fly home right away. When I was home, I went out to search for my cat in our neighbourhood every night. I saw her one time but she escaped into a neighbor’s backyard. A neighbour said he had spotted her a few times. I saw her another time crossing the road and we followed her around. I brought treats for her. She tried to keep a distance from us. After a long time of chasing, I got her finally. She tried to push me away when I was holding her and left a big scratch on my chest even though I was wearing a down jacket. What a relief!

[@TheCatButler]

I am glad you were able to find her! Your persistence and tenacity paid off!

[@AngelaLee-ql6um]

@@TheCatButler Thank you! I am so happy you have found your cat, too!

[@emo-nordegraf]

as a kid, i had a black cat who escaped for 3 days. Thankfully i lived in a small town and one night he had returned by himself, safely. I cant imagine loosing your cat in such a busy place where someone or something could’ve hurt her💔 im glad she is safe now

[@TheCatButler]

Thanks for sharing your story and I am glad your cat found their way home! Yeah I am fortunate enough to have them home!

[@jomontanee]

You name her Arya. What else do you expect of her? No I m kidding. Congrat that you found your precious family member.

[@arfielding4495]

I recently took my cats to a cat hotel to stay for a few days while I went out of town. My two babies decided they wanted to cuddle up in the larger carrier (made for a small dog, plenty big enough for the two of them), so I kept them together in that one and brought the other (empty) one with me. When I was on the sidewalk just outside of the cat hotel, the carrier broke open from the click-in sides and both cats darted away. I nearly had a heart attack. One of the them is a stray and he is very shy, so he hid under the nearest car and the staff were able to get him straight away. But my sweet, very small girl darted across the car park. I could not find her and was at the same point as you, almost overwhelmed and ready to lose it, when someone from a nearby shop said they saw her, and I heard her crying. Two staff members helped me find her and she kept getting away from us. She eventually hid in a hedge bush and was crying, she was so scared. I managed to get my hands on her scruff and behind her so she wouldn't back out, and the staff got into the bush to pull her out. I was sure I lost my cat that day. Thank you for sharing such sage advice.

[@TheCatButler]

I am glad you eventually found your cats! You were so strong and never gave up. I was so happy at the end. Thank you for the wonderful comment!

[@faithnelson6069]

i lost my cat for 45 seconds once. that was enough. thought i was going to have a heart attack, so i know your fear. i'm glad you were able to keep your wits about you, that was most important. as for the harness; i regularly walked my cat on one, though only in the fenced-in backyard. she had the same skittishness as yours and she would've freaked out in the situation your cat was in. if i took her out in public, i always used the stroller. i think some cats do do well just perched on a shoulder out in public, but certainly that is rare. i am so glad you found your baby, the thought that she was out there all alone would have had you miserable for months, if not years, because i can tell, you really love your cat.

[@TheCatButler]

Thank you for the kind words! After experiencing losing a cat, it’s the worst feeling in the world. You are right I would not have slept for days and months afterwards. Its only enclosed carriers and strollers from now on. Unless it’s a quiet spot to put a harness

[@faithnelson6069]

@@TheCatButler i'm glad you saw my comment, as i wanted to add something else; i also attach the harness to the stroller. lots of people like to pet, so if i do open the zipper, i knew she was safe. and since you're a local, i highly recommend Carmel for short vacations. it's such a dog town that people are really delighted to see cats! i've never gotten so many invitations to dinner from perfect strangers and hotel's will accommodate

[@TheCatButler]

I’ll check it out thanks!

[@herlastvoyage]

Omg I'm glad she's home! I never take my cat outside without a carrier.

[@TheCatButler]

Thanks! Yeah keeping them in a carrier is a good idea!

[@laurageiken]

This made me cry, my cat ran away during a walk in the woods, lost grip of the harness, my bf ran after her until she finally got exhausted and he was able to catch her, I was frozen in place and had visions of her dead body.. it was horrible, my life ended at that precise moment, since that day, she means even more to me, I still bring her on walks and am extra careful, but that thought is still present and when I think about it again, it really does something to my heart, it really is like your child. Thank you for this video

[@saosu5079]

I lost my little garlic back then. its been 5 months and we gave up on finding him. I'm impressed you found your cat, I would never been smart enough to do that

[@TheCatButler]

Thanks for the kind words! I hope you are able to reunite with garlic!

[@lebooshdiaries]

Sorry to hear this but glad she's back home safe. What an emotional video. We make our indoor/outdoor cats wear air tags. It's not bulky and more comfortable for the cats.

[@TheCatButler]

Air tags is smart! Yeah I am glad she is back home!

[@laurenfromatlanta]

I know this had to be so scary! So happy you found her safe and sound.

[@TheCatButler]

Thank you! Yes it was quite scary

[@ameliablackshaw5912]

So glad you found her . I love how you were able to stay calm and think ahead about what to do and how to do to find her. I would have had a little panic attack then be calm and then do what you did . One time i couldn't find my cat after my mum left for work i looked everywhere opened front door she was against the front screen door meowing to be let in. Mum and the door connecting to the garage and house open packng the car for work and my cat was in the garage . when she left in the car my cat got out . Now each time before my mum leaves she makes sure my cat is in the house . I let my cat go out to backyard to walk around she sits out there chilling out big wind comes up and she runs into the house .

[@TheCatButler]

Hey Amelia thanks for sharing your story! I do that too. I do a roll call whenever I open the door to the outside.

[@SM-cw5mj]

So glad Arya is home.

[@Sang15Mitang]

My heart stopped when Arya jumped out of the bike and harness :( I can't imagine how you must have felt. I'm so glad you ended up finding her and she's home and safe now. I've never lost my cat but he used to get on the back porch when we weren't looking because he'd see some bug and follow it outside. But he was scared of being outdoors so he when that happened he would lay under the porch chair and meow like crazy until someone brought him inside.

[@TheCatButler]

Thanks for your kind words and support! Yeah I was shocked when it happened. The emotional experience was challenging and I was hesitant of sharing this story. But I figured my story would help others. Cats are escape artists!

[@Sang15Mitang]

@@TheCatButler I'm glad you shared your story. The part where you analyze how you decided where to look for her was particularly helpful. I have a story to share that I forgot about when I made my original comment. I live in a hurricane prone area and when I was a kid, one of my mom's friends came to stay with us during a hurricane because his house was in the direct path of the storm. We lost power so we had the windows open but there was a mesh screen. His cat pushed out the mesh screen and escaped. We ended up making signs and passing them around (especially near the elementary school which was right next door). It was a miracle but someone called because they found his cat about 2 weeks later. He thought he'd never see that cat again.

[@TheCatButler]

Thanks! Yeah I figured a visual detailed breakdown with the actual images is better than me just saying. But wow, thanks for sharing! That is crazy after 2 weeks they were able to find the cat. I am glad there was a reunion! Yeah screens are something else that could let your cat out. I try to be in the room and reinforce the screen to be pet safe. I am not taking any chances

[@OurCatioHome]

As a new friend, had to see this one... indeed everyone's nightmare! I am truly sorry that this happened but was glad to see that you located sweet Arya! Having been very concerned about our cats safety, we decided on building a super catio. I realize that it may not be for everyone, but this was our solution. Meow for now.

[@TheCatButler]

Thank you for the kind words! Really appreciate your comment. Losing Arya was a very traumatic experience for me, and I am glad I have a second chance to make it right. Right now as we speak we are visiting her mother! Hopefully when I get home I can release that video :). Catios are amazing! I would love to build one. Currently my HOA won't allow it :(. Edit: BTW Love your CATIO!

[@OurCatioHome]

@@TheCatButler We are honored for your visit to our catio home! Looking forward to your next video too.

[@JennyMorash]

Just the title of this video scared me so much that I could not bring myself to watch it at first. I thought you meant a different sort of lost. I am so glad that you got her back.

[@CarmenMulder]

So glad you found Arya. She's so beautiful.

[@TheCatButler]

Carmen thank you! I am fortunate to have found her!

[@user-zj2mn1vf2c]

I lost my cat for 3 days and found her before too. I’m so glad u found your cat too!

[@TheCatButler]

I am glad you were able to found her! The experience of losing your cat is hard on you emotionally. Wish you the best!

[@artwithsannidhi]

Oh my god!! Poor Arya 😭😭😭 I hope she was alright!!! I would be so sad if I lost my kitty! I’m SO glad u found her!! 🥺

[@TheCatButler]

Thank you for the kind words and support! It definitely was an emotional experience.

[@artwithsannidhi]

@@TheCatButler I’m glad she’s all ok now 😊

[@Maiko818]

I lost my cat 3 days ago, I live in a very small neighbourhood and no one has seen her.. Ive lost hope but ill keep looking for her. SHE CAME BACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@TheCatButler]

I hope you find her!

[@trilokchandbagga5138]

Good to see arya back at her home ..

[@iluvanimals4evr]

I am so happy you were able to find Arya! You are sooo right, as much as we think we know how much we love our pets, you just don’t know how much you love something until you actually loose it. You just can’t be careful enough. Thank you for sharing.

[@TheCatButler]

Thank you for the kind words! Yeah it was traumatic to say the least. But I thought my experience could be helpful for others. Wish you a good day!

[@luv2shop279]

You know Arya's personality. You performed some great detective work. You had me emotionally in tears . I'm so glad you found Arya 😂!💜

[@TheCatButler]

Thanks for the kind words! I am glad I was able to find her!

[@suzysnewlife]

When she jumped out the basket I legitimately screamed. my worse nightmare!!

[@TheCatButler]

Yeah same! Was in utter shock :(

[@brianna3340]

this vid literally made me cry im so glad you found arya

[@TheCatButler]

Thank you for your kind words! Glad Kenzo was found :)

[@CoexistingHappily]

I lost my kitty once that was just 2 months old, my dad's friend asked my mom if he could take one home , and my mom agreed. I didn't know this, when I came home and learnt what happened, I called my dad's friend and asked how was the kitty doing, he said it escaped the moment he removed it from the bag, I was so devastated he was just 2 months old he doesn't even know what to eat other than his mom's milk. I scolded my mother how could she give such a young kitty, I went to the mans home, which was very far away and frantically searched everywhere, tried to lure him with milk and chicken, placing them all over the place, I waited for hours , I asked around all while the man and his family were basically watching TV in their home. I reached out to social media asking to give info , I even posted an ad on the local news channel the next day. And in the news of the channel, random people started calling me after the news that they spotted a big cat and it's dead on the road or that some cat has eaten their chicks. I realized everyone was so insensitive, I haven't found him for a week, it rained continuously and I didn't know whether he was hiding or if was still alive for a week without any food. I took my other kitty in a pet carrier and the blanket he slept in, so that if he smells he will come out, I roamed the area with the other kitty hoping he will hear his meows and come out. I never found him, I couldn't sleep for months after that. I never allow anyone to give my cats for adoption, I have 12 cats now, we live in India in a rural place where no medical procedures like spaying are available, not even proper veterinary hospital, amidst all this taking care of them is very stressful in itself, and to loose one is heart breaking. We are the world to our pets, I just wanna make sure I live up to their expectations.

[@TheCatButler]

Thanks for sharing your comment! Your cats are lucky to have such a caring owner. I wish you the best of luck!

[@CoexistingHappily]

@@TheCatButler Thank you 😊 wishing you and your kitties the very best in life.

[@mirandacc76]

Whoever still thinks they can bring their cat out just because they saw other people do it, you really should rethink it. Do you do it because you are jealous of others? Or do you want to get more attention by using your cat? If not, please respect your cat's feelings. Not every cat feels comfortable with the streets and sounds, especially long hair cats, and the cats that grow up indoors. If you really want to hang out with a hairy friend outside and do a lot of outdoor activities, you should choose a dog that is naturally more comfortable outdoor. For an indoor cat, you can sometimes bring it to a nearby quiet area to have a small walk. Not far from home, the distance should be close enough that your cat is able to see your home building and walk slowly with your cat in your arm. Allow it to look back and remember the direction of the home so that the cat feels safer. And don't stay outside for a too long time. And avoid the main road where there are cars driving by. And beware of any strange or loud sounds that might make your cat scared and escape the collar. And don't walk in the forest. The sounds and the movements of the leafs on the ground will drive your cat crazy. Because they think there is some kind of monsters moving and hiding.

[@janetveres3316]

I have a male cat who looks so much like your Aria. I would be devastated to lose him. So happy that you are reunited.

[@TheCatButler]

Janet thank you for the kinds words and I am glad I found her!

[@azucenaelizondo6666]

I remember losing my cat Bentley for about an hour because I had take her out to meet these people I knew and that day I knew I made a HUGE mistake. While I was holding her she managed to slip right out. I ran as fast as I could but she disappeared after about thirty minutes I was crying because I thought she was under my house and I would never be able to get under there. We also had tons of stray cats in our neighborhood so I thought that if I didn't find her she would get killed out there but I was lucky enough to remember to leave the door open and have her run back inside and when I went back inside I tried petting her but she ran under the table. I luckily managed to have her gain her trust back in me. Now I don't let her out very often I usually put her near a window for sunlight and when I do take her out I always hold her tightly or make sure there are no strangers around. I'm glad you found little Arya as well

[@TheCatButler]

Thanks for sharing your story! I am glad you found your cat Bentley with your quick thinking :)

[@azucenaelizondo6666]

@@TheCatButler Oh thank you! I appreciate the support.

[@azucenaelizondo6666]

And In case you're wondering Bentley is in her cardboard house I made her. She's glad you found arya I watch your videos with her alot.

[@marilynrivera6904]

Your title broke my heart ❤️ Happy you found found her

[@TheCatButler]

Thanks for the kind words and support!

[@conormartin7416]

I lost my cat Turbo in late 2019, I lived in a very secluded area with lots of forest and animals like coyotes and bears. To cut it short, he never came back, and searching for him in dense forest was near impossible. R.I.P Turbo, 2012 - 2019

[@TheCatButler]

Sorry for your loss! I wish you the best!

[@Tiger_Ajpw]

I remember I had a cat named Luna. A black cat who loved climbing, jumping and surprisingly swimming. Anyway, she would usually go out her cat door (I forgot what they called it) and after maybe 1 - 2 hours she would come back. One night.. I left the cat door open and while i was asleep she went outside. When I woke up, I started calling her name thinking she was indoors. I looked everywhere and didn't see her.. thats when I saw the cat door unlock I quickly started panicking. After a few mins, I thought she would maybe be right outside so I quickly went but didnt see her.. I looked everywhere, putting up posters but.. no Luna 2 weeks later, I found her 🐈😺🐾

[@TheRoadrunn]

Yes i agreed, keep them indoor. I have 2 cats and they're all indoor since i adopted them. Never have any issue with their health or mental

[@ladykilgore2337]

Oh, man, do I know that panic! Our senior girl got out of our condo some time in the middle of the night and we didn't find her until late afternoon the next day. She was 16, if I remember, and even at that age was still too curious and willful for her own good. But between her age and several health issues, we knew it would mean a quick demise if she wasn't found quickly. However, like you said about a lost cat's behavior in the video, she hadn't gone far. She'd hidden deep in some bushes at the back of the building and was only able to be spotted from a very specific angle. That's why it took us so long to find her. Oh the relief when we finally had her back inside was indescribable. She lived another 2 or 3 years after that. We always considered those extra years a gift, both because of her health and that incident. We could have lost her forever that day, but we didn't. We got her back to cherish for just a while longer. RIP baby girl. We will always love you.

[@TheCatButler]

Glad you found her!

[@teddybearleyla8678]

Found your channel. I had a nightmare about losing my two British short hair boys. Came across this video and my heart sunk. I am so over the moon you found your cat

[@TheCatButler]

Thank you for the kind words! I am glad I was able to find her!

[@pnky2006]

Omg this is one of my worst nightmares. I panic when I can’t locate one of my girls.

[@arpitasanyal1136]

I know the feeling.... loosing my cat ... crying in road,,,not able to find