Popular cat believed to have been stolen from Dales visitor centre
Staff at the centre care for elderly female Felix and say they are 'devastated' at her out-of-character disappearance.
They fear she may have been adopted by a well-meaning animal lover who mistook her for a homeless stray.
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Hide AdFelix, who does not usually wander far from the visitor centre and sleeps on the premises, has not been seen for over a week.
She was born in the woods near the cafe building and has lived at the centre all her life.
Centre volunteer John Lawton said staff had searched the grounds thoroughly and had come to the conclusion that she has been mistakenly 'rescued' and re-homed.
The pet is popular with visitors, who often photograph her.
Centre manager Cathy Berg said: "We are all devastated and really worried about her."
Anyone with any information about Felix's whereabouts should contact the centre on 01969 662911.
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