Kitten stolen from Pet Valu in Waterloo
Posted Nov 28, 2023 04:15:29 AM.
Last Updated Nov 28, 2023 04:16:51 AM.
A kitten was allegedly stolen Friday around 6 p.m. from a Pet Valu in Waterloo.
The 10-week-old kitten named Crosby was up for adoption when a man came into the store, asked staff a few questions and left – leaving Crosby’s cage wide open.
The staff at Pet Valu are said to have chased the man down the street but lost him when he ran through the Northfield and Weber intersection.
Pet Patrol Cat Rescue have been putting cats up for adoption with Pet Valu for over 20 years. Their CEO, Jan Schneider, said this is the first-time one’s been reported stolen.
“We really have a serious concern about his wellbeing,” said Schneider. “Where is he? How are they treating him? Is he sick now? He was taken out in the bitter cold, whether he’s tucked into a jacket or not.”
“If someone knows where he is please let us know (…) he’s not in a situation where he’s going to be well looked after because if the person doesn’t have the money to adopt him formally then he’s not going to be able to look after him properly,” said Schneider.
The man who took Crosby was described as between 50 to 60-years-old, with a slightly stooped posture, thin build, and wearing a dark green beanie, black jacket and dark jeans.
The man is believed to live near the Weber and Northfield intersection as he took off on foot from the Pet Valu with the kitten near there.
“There are a variety of housing situations there and obviously this is someone who could not afford to adopt a cat, which means they will not be able to afford proper food, vet care and things like that for this little guy to have in the future,” said Schneider.
“This kitten is hidden away, someone must know its there, its not going to stay a secret very long. They’ll either hear him crying or this guy will share the news that he’s got this kitten,” added Schneider.
The kitten is a grey and white tabby, with white paws and a V-shaped marking on its face. The kitten has a deformity in its right eye from a condition called Anisocoria, which make its eye appear larger then the other. Schneider said the condition is an easy way to identify the kitten.
“He’s very cute,” added Schneider.
Anyone with information is asked to call Waterloo Regional Police or contact Pet Patrol Cat Rescue privately.
