Begin with the last confirmed sighting
Add the Chennai locality, street, apartment area or nearby landmark, along with the date and approximate time. Search nearby lanes, parking areas, gardens, sheltered corners and places where a cat may hide.
Useful details for a lost-cat report
- Clear face and full-body photos showing coat pattern.
- Colour, eye colour, approximate age and size.
- Distinctive patches, ear shape, tail markings or scars.
- Collar or harness information, if present.
- Indoor-only or outdoor history and the last known location.
Indoor and outdoor cats need different searches
An indoor cat may remain surprisingly close to home and hide silently. Search building corridors, stairwells, parking areas and sheltered spaces carefully. For outdoor cats, expand the route gradually and ask neighbours, feeders, security staff and local rescuers to watch for the cat.
AI-assisted photo search
FindMyPet India's AI Search can help you review possible visual similarities between a pet photo and available reports. Always cross-check the locality, date and distinctive markings before treating a result as a possible match.
Safety and privacy
Avoid publishing unnecessary personal information. If someone contacts you claiming to have your cat, request evidence such as older photos or a private identifying detail. Never share OTPs or send money solely because someone claims to have found the pet.
Frequently asked questions
Should I search only once?
No. Recheck found-cat reports and nearby areas because new sightings and reports can appear later.
What if I do not know the breed?
Describe visible coat colour, pattern, size and other identifying features instead of guessing.
Can AI prove a cat is mine?
No. AI-assisted matching is a discovery aid. Verify identity using location, dates and independent ownership evidence.