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German Couple's Year-Long, €20,000 Quest to Find Missing Cat Continues

Rafal and Monika Klajnszmit remain steadfast in their efforts to locate Nero, their microchipped cat, nearly a year after his disappearance in Erlangen.

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Nero escaped from a cat box 150 miles from home during a car journey

Overview

  • Nero, a shy black cat with a white chest spot, escaped from his transport box in Erlangen, Germany, in July 2024 during a car trip.
  • The Klajnszmits have spent over €20,000 on weekly 300-mile round trips, wildlife cameras, and supplies to aid in the search.
  • Efforts include an eight-station feeding network monitored by cameras and coordination with local volunteers equipped with microchip readers.
  • A Facebook page, 'Nero — a boy lost in Erlangen,' has garnered 3,800 followers, amplifying the story across Germany and internationally.
  • Despite regulatory challenges and mixed community reactions, the couple remains committed to finding Nero, believing he is still alive.