Animal Search UK on the hunt for missing cat in Harefield

Simba disappeared from the garden in Harefield on Wednesday, December 6, and his owners said that it was not out of character for him to not come home for his dinner.

He was seen leaving the garden on Wednesday morning, when everything seemed normal and he was not acting out of character.

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Animal Search UK, the UK's leading missing pet organisation, are conducting a search for Simba tomorrow in the local area and are appealing for residents' help.

Simba is a big, stripey, green-eyed tabby cat with a brown nose and is chipped and neutered.

Spokesperson for Animal Search, Alisha Turner, said: “It is very out of character for Simba to not come home and we are worried he has gotten trapped or stuck nearby.

We are urging everyone that lives in the area to stay vigilant and to check their gardens thoroughly, especially their sheds and garages. Let’s reunite this family for Christmas.”

He was also wearing a red quick release collar with reflective text around it saying: “I am microchipped.”

He is known to occasionally lose his collars on his adventures.

Simba’s distraught owners said: "A few years ago in Turkey, we rescued Simba and brought him home.

“The bond between him and our other cats is unbreakable, particularly with Mufasa.

“Recently whenever Simba's name is mentioned, Mufasa meows and searches for him.

“Our cat, Simba, is a beloved member of our family and we're all devastated by his disappearance. Please help bring him home safely.”

The organisation said that anyone in Harefield and surrounding areas should stay vigilant and check their sheds and outbuildings.

It said that transport workers should also check vehicles.

Alisha continued: “Anyone who thinks they might have seen Simba or have any information, please call the Animal Search UK team on 0800 4 320 340 or visit our website, quoting reference number ALP315024.”