African Cat Ran Away and Spent 3 Days in the Wild Before Being Reunited with His Owners
Spartacus, a 40-pound African serval, gave his New Hampshire family a scare when he disappeared after getting startled by the family dog. The adopted wild cat, who lives with his owners in Merrimack, was missing for three days while the family searched the woods and alerted police.
What made the situation even more unusual was that officers had to figure out exactly what kind of cat they were looking for. Spartacus was eventually found near home, safe and healthy, after a wild little adventure of his own.
Now the family has him back, and the story has plenty of people talking.
The search was a bit tricky for the police officers, as they weren't entirely sure what kind of cat they were trying to find.
They had no idea; I had to show them a picture of what they normally look like. So, as I said, this was uncharted territory. It was out of the norm for most people here," Merrimack's animal control officer Haylie Gulino said.
"They had no idea; I had to show them a picture of what they normally look like. So, as I said, this was uncharted territory. It was out of the norm for most people here," Merrimack's animal control officer Haylie Gulino said.
The serval cat that was missing has been found. It was trapped near its home and is in good health. It’s been reunited with its owner. Thank you for all the interest and shares," the Merrimack Police Department announced on Facebook.
Spartacus spent three days in the wild before finally being found and reunited with his family.
Here's how people reacted.
And if you’re thinking “how did they even find him,” North Shore Animal League America tracked down Glory for a surprising reunion and matching adoptions.
"The serval cat that was missing has been found. It was trapped near its home and is in good health. It’s been reunited with its owner. Thank you for all the interest and shares," the Merrimack Police Department announced on Facebook.
Spartacus' humans were extremely grateful to have him home safe and sound.
"Dean and I want to thank everyone for your help and support. Spartacus is home safe and warm. I personally can’t express my gratitude enough! I have a bond with this cat, and he is my person," one of his owners commented.
Here's how people reacted.
Not everyone is a fan of wild cats living as if they are just like domesticated house cats.
Others are simply focused on the cat being home, safe and sound.
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