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Finley, a feral cat, was found in a forest in Willoughby on Dec. 17, after a Langley resident found him looking for food during the harsh winter season.

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Sarah Jones, executive director of Langley Animal Protection Society (LAPS), said it is tough to rebuild trust with a cat after such a long period of time.

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While many people have found their pets after months of searching, LAPS香蕉视频直播� Jennifer Schroeder was surprised to learn about the 490-day-long search effort.

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Schroeder further encouraged people with missing pets to call LAPS to file a lost report. She noted the Aldergrove-based organization has a well-connected network that can help pet owners try to find their loved ones.

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Jones also requested people to reach LAPS if they find a stray cat or dog.

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To report missing pets, people can reach out to LAPS at 604-857-5055.