Allowing cats to roam free in the city is dangerous to the cat and dangerous to wildlife -- birds, chipmunks, field mice, and others. If you are fortunate enough to get your cat back unharmed, and uninfected with parasites or rabies, please do not let him out again.

Is he wearing a collar and tags? Will keep an eye out for him. Hoping he is found safe. You should call the NH Animal Shelter tomorrow, too, in case he turns up there.

Thanks so much. No collar or tags he won't keep them on. Will try calling the animal hospital

Also try NH Animal Shelter. If someone has taken him in, they may call there to let them know where he is. Someone could also have taken him there. He also could be shut in someone's garage or basement, especially if the property owner has gone away for the weekend. Don't give up hope!

A concerned citizen called about a cat in distress on Whitney Ave on Friday 3/21. Pumpkin has been at the New Haven Shelter ever since . 81 Fournier St (203) 946-8110

As a last resort, I had to buy thin Petco buckle collar for $4.99 used for small dogs. Breakaway collars were a waste of time

What news of Pumpkin? Is this really him at the Shelter? Is he okay?

HI, I live at 204 Bishop Street, we have a sizable back yard, We have seen this cat, I think it occasionally hangs out. If the owners would like to walk back there, they are welcome to. Sincerely Susan Frew

Thanks for your good wishes. It was him and he is safely home. I think that he is getting old and a little senile unfortunately.

So glad Pumpkin is home safely! Best news I've heard today!

Prayers answered thank God, Mother Mary, St. Francis and St. Anthony.

We're so happy to hear that Pumpkin was reunited with his family.

Thanks for posting here, Officer Johnson. As others have already noted, it's always a good idea to call area animal shelters if your pet is missing!

Regards,
SCF Team

Many thanks to all who helped us find Pumpkin. It seems that he may have a brain tumor explaining his odd behavior and his inability to find his way home. Thanks again to all who helped us find him. He is comfortably at home now.