Cats are known for their independent, sometimes mischievous behavior, but one feline in Beaverton, Oregon, has taken things to a whole new level—by becoming a full-blown thief! Kate Felmet had long suspected that her beloved cat had a habit of “collecting” things, but it wasn’t until her house began filling up with stolen goods that she realized just how big of a problem she had on her hands.
At first, Kate thought nothing of it when she found a single glove in her yard. Maybe it had blown in with the wind. Then came another glove. And another. Soon, there were face masks, rags, and other small household items piling up in her home—none of which belonged to her. That’s when it clicked. Her feline companion wasn’t just a curious collector; she was a full-on kleptomaniac!
After paying closer attention, Kate figured out what was happening. The crafty cat had been sneaking into neighbors’ garages and even picking up loose items from the nearby park, proudly bringing them home like trophies. It was clear that the little burglar had no intention of stopping, and the growing collection of stolen goods needed to be returned.
Instead of trying to track down every owner one by one, Kate decided to take a more humorous and efficient approach. She set up a sign in her front yard next to the pile of stolen items, inviting her neighbors to come and reclaim their missing belongings. The sign read:
“My cat is a thief. Please take these items if they are yours.”
The response was immediate and hilarious. Neighbors stopped by, some in shock, others laughing, as they recognized gloves, masks, and other odds and ends they had long thought lost. Some had no idea their things had even gone missing in the first place! While most found the situation amusing, it was also a bit of a mystery—how had a single cat managed to steal so many things without getting caught?
Of course, the biggest question remains: Will the feline bandit mend her ways? If history tells us anything about cats, the answer is a resounding no. She’s likely to see this as just another challenge, and her crime spree may not be over yet.
But at least now, the neighborhood knows where to check when something mysteriously disappears!
