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Owner Never Forgot Senior Cat Who Disappeared—2 Years Later Comes a Message

Owner Never Forgot Senior Cat Who Disappeared—2 Years Later Comes a Message

Summary

A woman named Dee Eaton in England lost her senior cat, Marmalade, in 2023 and thought he was gone forever. Two years later, a nearby resident spotted a cat matching Marmalade's unique features and contacted Eaton, leading to a joyful reunion.

Key Facts

  • Dee Eaton's cat, Marmalade, disappeared in 2023 after being let outside.
  • Marmalade wasn't microchipped because it wasn't required in the U.K. at that time.
  • Eaton searched extensively in her neighborhood and online for Marmalade with no success.
  • Eaton and her son developed a strong bond with Marmalade, especially after Eaton's health ordeal in 2021.
  • Two years later, Kathleen Lake saw a cat matching Marmalade's unique description and contacted Eaton on Facebook.
  • They reunited after Eaton confirmed the cat’s identity based on its distinctive ear features.
  • Marmalade was found to be microchipped to new owners in the area, complicating the reunion process.

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