Exotic Cat Taken to Sanctuary After Escape
Incident Date:
04/19/2019
Location:
Portland, OR - USA
Facility Name:
Private Residence
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Escape of animal (EA)
Species:
Small Cats
Animal:
Caracal
Animal disposition:
Removed/Re-housed
Summary:
A large exotic cat that escaped its home and was later captured by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is now living at a local wildlife sanctuary. The cat jumped from the owner’s apartment balcony and into a neighbor’s yard. It was loose for several days before being captured.
Multnomah County Animal Services said the cat is actually a caracat, a hybrid between a caracal and domestic cat, which are illegal to own. Officials said the owner voluntarily turned the cat over to Wildcat Ridge Sanctuary in Scotts Mills.
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