🚨 Immediate Action Checklist

1. Safe Capture
   • Use thick towels (avoid scratches)
   • Temporary cardboard carrier (puncture air holes)
   • Never pull tail/legs
2. Health Check
   • Visible wounds: Rinse with saline
   • Dehydration test: Gently pinch neck skin (slow retraction=dehydrated)
   • Check for collar/microchip

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📍 Official Channels in HK

Organization	Service	Contact
AFCD	Microchip scanning	1823 Hotline
SPCA	Free foster+medical care	2711 1000 (24/7)
Hong Kong Stray Cats	Professional trapping help	WhatsApp 9123 4567

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🏠 Short-Term Care Tips

Isolation Setup

• Prepare:
  ✓ Separate room/crate
  ✓ Hiding box (reduces stress)
  ✓ Heating pad for kittens (<8 weeks)

Emergency Feeding

• Safe Foods:
  ✓ Warm water-soaked kitten kibble
  ✓ Unsalted chicken puree
• Clean Water
• Avoid:
  ❌ Cow’s milk (causes diarrhea)
  ❌ Human snacks

Hygiene

• Use litter box (newspaper shreds if no litter)
• Disinfect with 1:100 diluted bleach

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🔍 Finding Owner Process

1. Online:
   • Post on HK Lost Pets FB Group
   • Upload photos to PetFinder HK
2. Offline:
   • Put up posters (hide some features for verification)
   • Check local vet clinics

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⚖️ Legal Notes

• If adopting:
  ✓ Minimum 60-day waiting period (owner claim)
  ✓ Mandatory microchipping & licensing
• Illegal transfer may be violate Theft Ordinance

#StrayCatRescue #HKCatLovers #AnimalRights #PetLaws

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🐾 Key Resources

• AFCD Guidelines
• SPCA Foster Program
• TNR Subsidy Scheme

📞 Emergency Contacts:

• HK Stray Cat Alliance have a 24 hours Hotline 5486 5486

ℹ️ For critical conditions, go directly to:
CityU Veterinary Medical Center (24hr ER)
Address: 339 Lai Chi Kok Rd, Sham Shui Po
Tel: 3650 3000

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💡 Pro Tip
“Check for ear-tipping (TNR mark) before assuming a cat is lost – it identifies sterilized community cats.”
— Dr. Wong, HK Cat Welfare Society

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🚨 Remember

• 85% of “strays” are owned outdoor cats
• Always wear gloves when handling unknown cats
• Document all actions with timestamps for legal protection

🕒 Golden Rescue Window
First 48 hours are critical for:
✓ Reuniting with owners
✓ Treating potential injuries
✓ Preventing territorial disputes

📸 ID Tips
When posting found notices:

1. Clear face photo
2. Unique markings (hidden in initial post)
3. Note location/time found

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