Found
Found orange tabby near Canalside, Buffalo
Buffalo
Found
listing
Posted
6 months
ago
Description
I found a cat this afternoon around 4:15pm wandering near the Canalside area along the Erie Canal in Buffalo. It's a medium-sized orange tabby with white paws and a white bib, wearing a bright red collar with a tiny bell. The fur is a bit matted from who-knows-how-long outside, and the cat looked hungry but friendly, curling up beside me when I spoke softly. There's a distinct white heart-shaped patch on its chest and a small black speck on the tip of one ear—easy to spot if you know your cat's quirks. If this could be your cat, reach out and we'll arrange a meetup.
Approximate found location
Buffalo
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