A 20-pound Maine Coon cat was rescued in Livermore after becoming trapped under a car while seeking warmth.
The Livermore Police Department reported that around 10:30 a.m. Saturday, an animal services officer responded to a call about an injured cat near Third and M streets. A car owner, hearing meowing, contacted police for assistance.
Upon arrival, the officer found the cat wedged tightly between the exhaust manifold and the engine block. With the help of a tow truck driver from Golden State Towing, the officer lifted the car, freeing the cat after about 45 minutes. The injured cat was then rushed to a local veterinary clinic.
Police confirmed the cat was in pain but is expected to make a full recovery. The cat had become separated from its owner, who later contacted the police about the missing pet. The two were reunited the same day.
Officers believe the cat sought shelter in the car’s wheel well to escape the cold.
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