Here is the score.... I have 2 cats - brothers - look identical, hand raised together.... since birth. One has been missing for over 24hrs which is totally out of character. His smaller brother is going bonkers. I've fed him and everytime i go outside to call his bro - he "mee owls" as opposed to meows. Whilst i'm trying my best to find his bro, he's obviously perturbed. He's even been out with me... maybe he is trying to find him? Time will tell if he shows, but its not looking hopeful. My main concern is the one i still have - i'm offering him loads of cuddles etc.... he likes those - more than before. I was just wondering if you could offer me any advice.... he appears upset and i want to ensure he's happy - regardless of the outcome concerning his brother. Poor little man.

Will keep this thread updated - and I've contacted RSPCA to see if they have had any RTC's in and will contact local vets Monday when they reopen.

Im afraid I cant offer you any solace or advice but I hope you find him soon. Its amazing how sensitive animals can be in times like this, not to mention us humans.

Oh- poor boy.

I really feel for them when they lose friends (however that happens) because we can't explain it to them.

My first cat Tizzy drove herself spare on the one night that Merlin was out of the house when she was spayed- she had complications and had to stay overnight at the vets. All she knew was that I'd taken Merlin away, and she walked me round the house making me open every door she could find so that she could call for Merlin.

She cried her heart out that night and there was nothing I could do to make her any happier- in the end I shut her in the kitchen just because it was obvious that we were making each other worse and my cuddles weren't making things any better for her.

I hope your little lad is found safe and well. It may be worth you posting notes to your neighbours to ask them to check sheds and garages in case he got shut in one after they'd got their gardening things out or whatever.

Its only been 24 hours, so heres hoping hes just lost his way a bit and will show. We had a cat that would never go out for more than 3 hours vanishfor 4 days when i was younger, long after he'd been speyed, and totally out of character.

Not sure what advice to give for the other cat - just more cuddles? What area are you - and what does the cat look like? Just so people can keep a look out

When Yoda died I brought him home and laid him out for Oscar, his litter mate, to see. Oscar understood and was obviously upset for a few days. He since became very us orientated and although we tried to find a friend for him, the cat we got did not settle so we had to return her. Now we just try to spend as much time with him as we can. It's been 6months since Yoda was run over and Oscar is no very much a well adjusted cat.

I know it's not quite the same situation but these things happen and they do get over it in time.

Fingers crossed he comes home soon.

Been up all night and took a walk locally using the silence of the night to assist me in listening for faint meowing from Mr Lost. In between the pouring rain. Still a no show this morning. It's been 34 hrs now. Gonna catch up some sleep in a bit and recharge me thinks. Thanks for the advice on Mr Brotherless.... he seems OK. Will keep an eye on him though. Leaflet drop today me' thinks.... Check those shed's and garages, will be the cry.

Hi Bigflesh, I really hope you get a positive outcome regarding your kitty. I had a very similar situation, two brothers, never parted, always together. Unfortunately our's was not a happy outcome but I am keeping my finger's and toe's crossed for you. It's a terrible feeling I know. We did get another friend for our Alfie when George died and another and another but I'm not sure whether or not that has helped him. He did spend weeks and weeks wandering round our gardedn crying looking for his brother but I suppose as for human's time is a great healer. Let's hope it doesn't come to that though.
Please keep us updated. Also, which area of Sheffield do you live?
Hope all turns out well.
Feline01 x

Hey feline. Thank you for your kind words. I'm in Dronfield... near to Sainsbury's if you know the area - and for the purposes of this thread.

I've been out all day and was hoping to see him on my return, but, not this time. He's black and white, quite long (athletic looking), responds to the kind of whistles you'd do for your dog. I know - Daddy's influence heehee.

He's been gone for 48hrs now, bless him. I won't focus on negative thoughts, and remain happy in my mind that if he doesnt show, he'll be curled up with another 'new' daddy elsewhere, and happy too.

Sorry, I'm at the other end of town so unabe to help from a practical point.
Good Luck and as I said please keep us posted.
Feline01
x

four days now, no update...

come on Archi... tinned tuna awaits...

Hi, I don't want to send you on a downer but if you did want to find out if your obviously much loved cat had been run over the people to ring are the street force dept, I will try and find the number if you want to go down that path. If you are like me then I wanted to know what happened to our much loved pet but I understand if you would rather not know. Hope your other kitty is doing ok.x

Oh- I was so hoping to have an update that he was home and safe!

Keep your chin up honey- don't despair yet.

Hi, I don't want to send you on a downer but if you did want to find out if your obviously much loved cat had been run over the people to ring are the street force dept, I will try and find the number if you want to go down that path. If you are like me then I wanted to know what happened to our much loved pet but I understand if you would rather not know. Hope your other kitty is doing ok.x

feline.... bless you, thanks.... excellent idea! Although it won't be Streetforce, but the NE Derbyshire equivalent. I will make the call in the morning as they are probably closed now. Thanks again feline, at least if they can confirm they recovered him, I can move on with the knowledge he's not suffering.

Yes, thats how I have always looked at it. I would rather know even if it's not the happy outcome that you want.
For us it was very distressing as Im sure it is for anyone but we were lucky in respect that we did manage to get him back and bring him home and say our goodbye's.
Sorry don't want to upset you.
Still keeping finger's and toe's crossed.
Please let us know any news
Feline01

No news, no show, no sign. Nothing reported NEDDC streets, nor local vets or the RSPCA Chesterfield branch. I will try them again in one weeks time, but I think it's time to move on now... I will report back between now and next week, should I have news.

Hi again, How does that saying go. . . .No news is good news. . .
Thanks for posting
Stay positive
Bye for now.
Feline01
x

Fingers crossed that he may have just got shut in someone's shed, and will be let out when they next go for the lawnmower or something. Hope he comes home soon.

Avid followers and posters on this thread. May I first start by thanking each and every one of you for your kind responses and thoughts. It comes with great sadness that I report I have found out that Archi is no longer with us. Ironically, as I was walking up to my home, with my new furry friend, Frank (in basket), I happened upon a neighbour who I have not seen for some time. I greeted her with "I've got another cat!".... her response being "Why another cat? Yours wasnt the one that got knocked down last week was it?" We both paused and I guess from the look on my face, she figured that I didnt know. She immediatley apologised and told me the details, which I asked for. She had come to his aid after hearing a bang on 15.08.08 She said it was very quick and that Archi died in her arms. She promptly took him to a local vet and paid to have him cremated. Bless him. I have his collar and will keep it until 7 week old Frank (new puss-cat) is old enough to wear it. So thanks again everyone, at least it was quick, and we know the fate of Archi. Rupert - his brother is bearing up well and is still adjusting to Frank's approaches (Frank is a fiesty little devil!). Thanks again guys and gals. Have a drink to Archi tonight. xx.

I am so sorry to hear about Archi I have not posted before but have been watching the thread, how sad to find out in that way...it's every cat owners nightmare, at least he wasn't alone and was cared for, that was so lovely of your neighbour.

I'm really glad that Rupert now has a new little friend in Frank to keep him busy and stop him moping, I hope that Frank will be a comfort to you too :)

Oh Dave, I cannot tell you how sorry I am. Your neighbour sounds a very special person to have done such a special thing for Archi.
I second Moonbird's comments that Rupert is kept busy with Frank. I hope he's not too much for him but you know where I am if he is.
My heartfelt sympathy love.
Mags x

Poor Archi- at least he didn't have chance to suffer (and you finally know about what happened and can let him go).

Hopefully Frank will keep Rupert on his toes and give him a friend for the future. Crossed fingers that they make friends soon.

oh poor Archi :( What a fantastic neighbour you have though, bless that kind lady! RIP Archi. x

Hi Bigflesh,
Just got back from my hols to your sad news.
I am so sorry the outcome wasn't happier. Archi at least did not suffer and he will see you at Rainbow Bridge one day.
What a wonderful neighbour you have to have been willing to do that for your kitty.
Give Frank a hug from me and one to Rupert too.
Hoping they will get to be the best of friends.
Bye for now
Feline01
Xx

:( sorry to hear the ending of this story. I lost a cat on the road and I also lost one who just didn't come back. The cat on the road had been taken to Thornberry, who cradled Smudge whilst he died that was quite comforting to know whereas not knowing about Nicki always made me feel really sad.

I hope Frank is keeping you and Rupert busy and i love your choice of cat names. :)