Changed my mind about ignoring those 'lost cat' flyers

I was grabbing coffee at the place on 5th and saw a new flyer for a missing orange tabby named Pumpkin. Usually I just walk past, but this one had a photo of the cat sitting on a kid's lap. The owner wrote 'he's my son's best friend' and put a $50 reward. I took a picture and kept an eye out. Two days later, I spotted a cat matching the description under a dumpster behind my building. Called the number, and the kid who answered sounded so happy. Now I always stop and look at those flyers, and I've found two more pets since. Anyone else started paying attention after one lucky find?

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hayden_ross821mo ago

My neighbor's dog got out last winter during a snowstorm. I saw the flyer and found him shivering in a park three blocks away. That feeling when you reunate them makes it worth the extra minute of your day.

jakerivera1mo ago

That's such a great story, @hayden_ross82. It really does make a huge difference to just stop and help. I always try to check those lost pet posts. By the way, I think you meant "reunite" instead of "reunate," but we totally get what you mean! That moment of bringing a pet home safe is the best feeling.