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Owner Grieving For Her Missing Cat Gets A Life-Changing Call 5 Years Later

Owner Grieving For Her Missing Cat Gets A Life-Changing Call 5 Years Later

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As much as we care for our feline friends, sometimes we can’t stop them from escaping and exploring the outdoors. 

Unfortunately, such adventures don’t always end well. Most indoor cats, despite their remarkable abilities, don’t know how to survive outside.

Tragically, some cats meet unfortunate ends during these escapades, while others disappear without a trace, leaving their owners heartbroken and hopeless.

That’s exactly what happened to Janine Yarnell when she discovered her beloved cat, Bubba, had gone missing.

A Heartbreaking Loss

adorable cat
Source: Janine Yarnell

From the moment Bubba disappeared, Janine did everything she could to find her. She searched tirelessly, but no one had seen Bubba. 

As time passed, her hope of finding her furry companion safe and sound began to fade.

Years went by, and though life moved on, Janine never stopped grieving or missing Bubba. But as they say, good things happen when you least expect them.

A Shocking Discovery

Five years after Bubba went missing, Janine was scrolling through Facebook when a post stopped her in her tracks. 

It was a picture of a calico cat that looked exactly like Bubba, shared in a local lost-and-found pet group.

dirty stray cat
Source: Janine Yarnell

Janine was overwhelmed with emotions. Could it really be her beloved cat? 

Gathering her thoughts, she rushed to the vet to confirm if the cat in the post was truly Bubba. To everyone’s surprise, it was.

After five long years, Bubba was finally reunited with her loving family. Where she had been all that time or how she survived remains a mystery. 

All that’s known is that a kind stranger spotted her on the street and shared her photo on Facebook, hoping to find her family.

A Heartwarming Reunion

dirty cat
Source: Janine Yarnell

Janine admitted she was skeptical at first, saying the photo broke her heart as she questioned whether the cat was really Bubba. 

It was later discovered that Bubba had been microchipped when she first joined Janine’s family. However, the contact information on the chip was outdated.

Thankfully, the vets were able to confirm the match, as the microchip still carried Janine’s old phone number. 

After a thorough health examination, Bubba was ready to return home.

Now, after five long years, Bubba is finally back where she belongs, surrounded by love and warmth. 

Though it took her some time to adjust, her devoted family was there every step of the way.

Janine still finds it hard to believe what has happened. But every time she sees Bubba enjoying the comfort of home, she’s filled with joy and gratitude.

Final Words

Cats are naturally curious creatures, and sometimes, there’s no stopping them from seeking out what they want. 

In Bubba’s case, she wanted to explore the outdoors, unaware that it could never match the safety and love of her home.

While her story could have ended tragically, fate brought her back to her family. 

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