Lost and found.....

This "tale or tail" begins when Pepper, a young and friendly indoor cat, let her curiosity lead her astray, ultimately ending six weeks later on Yarborough Road, Lincoln - nearly a mile away from her home.

Coffee Cats got involved after we were approached to help in finding a home for a 'lovely cat' that had been lingering around a woman's house for a while. She had started feeding the cat daily, as it seemed to be a stray.

She had taken the cat to a vet to check for a microchip and had inquired throughout her neighborhood if anyone knew where the cat belonged.

Pepper wasn't chipped and needed some veterinary treatment, but otherwise, she seemed in good health. Since the lady couldn't provide a home and all shelters were full, we offered to take Pepper in to ensure her safety (Thankfully, just before fireworks nights started)

The next morning, we posted on social media to see if anyone recognized her, and incredibly, we received a response almost immediately.

Pepper's family had been missing her terribly and searching for her constantly. They were overcome with emotion upon seeing our post.

Less than 24 hours after we had rescued her, they were reunited, and she appeared to recognize them right away. The lesson here?

Never lose hope, and remember that even indoor cats must be microchipped!

If only every story could have such a happy ending!