{"id":5329,"date":"2025-09-06T23:48:06","date_gmt":"2025-09-06T22:48:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thecatshowlive.co.uk\/?p=5329"},"modified":"2025-09-06T23:48:31","modified_gmt":"2025-09-06T22:48:31","slug":"lost-cat-awareness-day-with-identibase","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thecatshowlive.co.uk\/2025\/09\/06\/lost-cat-awareness-day-with-identibase\/","title":{"rendered":"Lost Cat Awareness Day with Identibase"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Everything You Need to Know About Keeping Your Feline Friends Safe This Lost Cat Awareness Day<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Did you know that\u00a0<strong>cats are 11 times more likely to go missing than dogs?<\/strong>*<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>Surprising, isn\u2019t it? And did you know that dogs have a lost dog awareness day (April 23rd) \u2026 but cats don\u2019t?!<\/p>\n<p>Well, that\u2019s why identi have taken it upon themselves to introduce\u00a0<strong>Lost Cat Awareness Day\u00a0<\/strong>on 15th September<strong>,\u00a0<\/strong>a day dedicated to bringing awareness to lost cats and the simple but effective measures you can follow to keep your feline friends safe.<\/p>\n<p>In this guide, we\u2019ll cover\u00a0<strong>how to prevent your cat from going missing<\/strong>, what to do if it happens, and the essential tools every cat keeper should have.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why Do Cats Go Missing?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s easy to assume that cats, being independent and territorial, will always return home. This isn\u2019t always the case. Some of the most common reasons cats go missing include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Curiosity or chasing prey too far from home<\/li>\n<li>Being spooked by loud noises or unfamiliar surroundings<\/li>\n<li>Moving house and trying to return to an old territory<\/li>\n<li>Getting trapped in sheds, garages, or vehicles<\/li>\n<li>Theft. Especially pedigree breeds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Regardless of the reason, the outcome is emotional for both you and your cat.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>7 Ways to Keep Your Cat Safe and Prevent Them From Going Missing<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong> Microchip Your Cat<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Microchipping is one of the most effective ways to protect your pet. It\u2019s a legal requirement in the UK (as of 10 June 2024) for all cats to be microchipped before the age of 20 weeks.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Make sure your cat is\u00a0<strong>microchipped by a vet or trained professional<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>The microchip is registered with a<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/get-your-dog-cat-microchipped\"><strong>DEFRA compliant microchip database<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li>Keep your details\u00a0<strong>up to date<\/strong>\u00a0with the microchip database<\/li>\n<li>If you\u2019ve adopted or rehomed a cat, ensure the chip is\u00a0<strong>transferred into your name<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A registered and up to date microchip gives vets, rescues, and animal wardens the ability to reunite you with your lost cat quickly.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><strong> Use a Secure Collar with an ID Tag<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>While microchipping is essential, a\u00a0<strong>breakaway collar<\/strong>\u00a0with an\u00a0<strong>ID tag<\/strong>\u00a0displaying your phone number helps passersby contact you if they spot your cat.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li><strong> Install a GPS Tracker<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>For outdoor cats or curious indoor cats, a GPS tracker can give you\u00a0<strong>real-time location updates<\/strong>. Some trackers even offer virtual fences and activity logs.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li><strong> Secure Your Home and Garden<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Check for gaps in fences, open windows, or cat flaps that lead to unsafe areas. Keep garages, sheds, and balconies secure and cat-friendly.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li><strong> Create a Safe Outdoor Space<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>If you want your cat to enjoy the outdoors safely:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Build a\u00a0<strong>catio<\/strong>\u00a0(cat patio)<\/li>\n<li>Use\u00a0<strong>cat-proof fencing<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Supervise their garden time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol start=\"6\">\n<li><strong> Provide Mental and Physical Stimulation Indoors<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Cats who are stimulated are less likely to try escaping. Toys, scratching posts, puzzle feeders, and climbing towers all help reduce the urge to roam.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol start=\"7\">\n<li><strong> Keep Photos and Identifying Info Up to Date<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Who are we to tell you to take\u00a0<strong>more\u00a0<\/strong>photos of your cat!<\/p>\n<p>Regularly update your cat\u2019s photos and note any distinguishing features. If your cat does go missing, this information is invaluable when creating lost pet posters or submitting reports to databases.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>What to Do If Your Cat Goes Missing<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Despite every precaution, sometimes cats still disappear. If it happens, act quickly:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Search the immediate area<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Call their name calmly and shake treats or toys they respond to.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Check hiding spots<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Cats can get stuck in sheds, under decking, or even in neighbours\u2019 garages.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Notify your microchip database<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Mark your pet as lost immediately.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Contact local vets and shelters<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Provide a photo and details.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Post on lost pet platforms and local social media groups<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Use scent items<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Place your cat\u2019s blanket or litter tray outside to help guide them home<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Cats can return home days or even weeks later. Don\u2019t give up hope too soon.<\/p>\n<p>Remember: With\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/identibase.co.uk\/identialert\">identialert<\/a>, when a cat is reported missing our Pet Protection Experts will pounce into action alerting local vets, rescues and wardens for you, creating missing pet posters and sharing them to social media. Not only that, you will receive notification when your missing pets microchip information is accessed so you can find out immediately when they have been found!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Importance of Being Prepared<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>National Missing Cat Day isn\u2019t just about raising awareness it\u2019s a prompt to take action. With a registered microchip, updated contact details, and preventative tools like ID tags or trackers, you give your cat the best possible chance of being found quickly and safely.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Help Your Cat Stay Found \u2013 Not Just be Found<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A chip is not enough on its own. Make sure you&#8217;re registered on a\u00a0<strong>DEFRA-compliant microchip database<\/strong>\u00a0like\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/identibase.co.uk\/\"><strong>identibase<\/strong><\/a>, and explore added services like\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/identibase.co.uk\/identialert\"><strong>identialert<\/strong><\/a>, which combines your cat\u2019s Digital ID with a 24\/7 UK-based pet recovery service.<\/p>\n<p>Losing a cat is every pet keeper\u2019s nightmare \u2013 but with preparation, awareness, and the right protection, you can reduce the risk dramatically. Use\u00a0<strong>Lost Cat Awareness Day<\/strong>\u00a0as your annual reminder to update your records, check your safety measures, and spread the word to fellow cat lovers.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>*Based on cat and dog missing pet reports recorded on PetsReunited in 2024.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Everything You Need to Know About Keeping Your Feline Friends Safe This Lost Cat Awareness Day. 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