A Utah couple’s beloved cat, Galena, was accidentally shipped in an Amazon return package, leaving her without food or water for six days. Carrie Clark noticed her cat missing on April 10 and spent nearly a week searching for her, putting up missing posters around town in hopes of finding her. The anxiety and stress of not knowing Galena’s whereabouts were overwhelming for Clark.
Finally, Clark received a text informing her that Galena’s microchip had been scanned. A veterinarian from California called to say they found the cat inside an Amazon return package with five pairs of work boots. The vet explained that the cat had been accidentally shipped in the box. Despite the long journey, an Amazon employee found Galena in a warehouse and took her to the vet.
Clark and her husband flew to California to be reunited with their beloved cat. The reunion was amazing, as Galena relaxed in Clark’s arms after the ordeal. Though she was skinny and dehydrated, she was otherwise unharmed.
The incident highlights the importance of microchipping pets. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, a third of pets will become lost at some point, but those with microchips are more likely to be reunited with their owners. Clark hopes that her story inspires pet owners to consider microchipping their furry companions.
