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Incredible Reunion: Cat Lost for 7 Years Found Near Original Home
A heartwarming reunion took place recently when a woman in Corby, England, received the incredible news that her lost cat had been found after seven long years. Stephanie Barstow, a 35-year-old executive assistant, had given up hope of ever seeing her cat, Duke, again after he disappeared in January 2017. But fate had other plans.
A Desperate Search
Barstow and members of her community had searched tirelessly for Duke for nearly eight months before reluctantly giving up. “I’m not completely sure why Duke didn’t come home,” Barstow shared. She believes the stress of a recent addition to the family, a new baby, may have played a role in his disappearance.
The Miraculous News
Last month, a veterinarian knocked on Barstow’s front door with astonishing news – they had found Duke. The cat had been living in a nearby factory, just 900 feet away from his original home all these years. The vet recognized Duke’s distinctive facial markings and white paws, and remembered that Barstow had been searching for him.
A Factory Home
The vet explained that Duke had been taken in by the factory members and had spent the last year there. They had even built him a little shed to sleep in and a feeding station. However, the factory was recently deemed unsafe for Duke, prompting his transfer to the vet’s care.
A Bittersweet Decision
Despite the joy of finding her beloved cat, Barstow made the difficult decision to give Duke to a different family. She felt guilty about what had happened to him and believed that the new family’s quiet and open space would be a perfect fit for him.
A Message of Hope
Barstow is sharing her incredible story to inspire other pet owners who may be facing similar situations: “Never give up – you never know what might happen,” she said. Her reunion with Duke after seven years is a testament to the enduring hope and love that can bring pets and their owners back together.
article by Brittany Kasko
