Tonight's Search
We'll be searching the area where we originally found Gumbo's breakaway collar. Search runs roughly 10:00 PM – 11:00 PM. If you see flashlights or hear quiet movement near the trail edges, that's us.
Last updated: May 12, 2026
About Gumbo
He's slipped out before — but never for this long. Gumbo has escaped outside on occasion, and we've always caught him within an hour or two. This time is different. A scared indoor cat that's been out for days behaves like a lost indoor cat, not a stray:
- Will not come when called, even by his owner
- Will not meow — he stays silent so predators don't find him
- Hides motionless under decks, sheds, dense brush, or parked cars — often within 1–3 houses of where he was last seen
If you spot him, don't approach or chase. Just note the location and tell us — that's the most valuable thing you can do.
How to Help
If you live near Lawtonwood, please take five minutes to check these spots on your property — even if you've checked before. Gumbo may move at night.
- Check under your deck or porch with a flashlight
- Open the shed or garage and look in the dark corners
- Check crawl space vents and any openings under the house
- Part dense bushes at ground level — peek underneath
- Check window wells, woodpiles, and tarp-covered things
- Check under any parked cars, especially overnight
Thank you, neighbors
Thank you to all of the neighbors and volunteers who have searched or allowed us to search their property for Gumbo. You are so appreciated. ❤️
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