Gray tabby Milo with white paws, missing near Siesta Key
Description
I lost my gray tabby cat Milo yesterday around 3pm. He's a short-haired cat with white paws and a tiny notch in his left ear, wearing a blue collar with a small bell. We last saw him near the CVS on South Tamiami Trail in the Gulf Gate area and he bolted toward the back streets by the water treatment plant, possibly heading toward Siesta Key. He's a bit skittish with strangers but really friendly once he knows you, and he has a microchip just in case of emergencies. If you spot him in the Sarasota-Bradenton area, please text me—I miss him tons and really need him back at home.
Approximate last-seen location
Pin shows an approximate area, not the exact spot — to protect privacy.
How to safely get your item back
A short checklist to protect you and the item during the handoff.
Verify the finder before meeting
- Ask them to describe a detail not shown in your listing, such as an engraving, scratch, or contents.
- Request a clear photo of the item from an angle you did not post.
- Do not pay any release, shipping, or storage fee.
- Do not share your full address until you have verified them.
Meet in a safe, public place
- Police stations, café entrances, transport hubs, and shop foyers all work.
- Meet during daylight hours where there is CCTV and foot traffic.
- Avoid private homes, car parks at night, or isolated locations.
Bring someone with you
- Tell a friend or family member where you are meeting and when.
- Share your live location with them during the handoff.
- For high-value items, consider contacting your local police station for advice first.
Keep communication on lostandfound.io
- Use the in-app message thread so there is a record if something goes wrong.
- Do not move to WhatsApp, SMS, or email until you have exchanged a verifying detail.
- Never share bank details, government ID numbers, or copies of your ID.