Hey guys,
Sorry to post this on a “professional” blog, but Jonny 5, our cat, escaped from the RV last night. There was a window cracked and he managed to open it just enough to get out.
We’ve spent the morning searching for him and figured maybe we could get help from our fans. He means a ton to us. 
We’re in Santa Rosa around Lincoln and Mendecino (that’s where he got out). We’re concerned that he’s scared and will be hiding out for a while. We’ve postponed everything for the next few days to make sure that we cover enough ground around here.
I know a lot of you really like him, so there are a few ways you can help even if you’re not in Santa Rosa or anywhere near here!
1. If you’re in Santa Rosa, please send me a message with @kevingianni on Twitter. I’ll be searching with my iphone, so I’ll receive them and tell you where I am if you want to help.
2. If you’re in Santa Rosa, you can call vets, animal hospitals and the pound to continually check to see if anyone bring him in. (Just a simple google search will turn up these places and the phone numbers!)
3. If you’re NOT in Santa Rosa, you can help by calling local homes and businesses through the white pages online to tell them that there’s a missing cat in the neighborhood… (You need to use the Reverse Lookup function). Here’s close to where we are… Click here to get the Google Map. I don’t think he’d cross under the overpass on the highway, so I’m pretty sure he’s on the east side of 101.
With any communication, please include these details…
Name: Jonny 5
Sex: Male – Neutered
Color: Charcoal Grey
Eyes: Green-Blue
Weight: 9 Pounds
He has a blue collar with contact information. He will meow if you call… very loud in fact! If you do hear from him, please call us 203-739-0035 and leave a message.
Thanks so much and wish us luck in our search for our little friend!
Live Awesome!
Kev
2:52 pm on April 14th, 2009
cats and road trips do not mix.
put out his favorite food and stay put.
3:12 pm on April 14th, 2009
Kevin, I’ve read the best time to look for him is early morning and around dusk. I’m so sorry to hear that he’s gone. I will send good thoughts your way.
Please let us know when you find him
3:18 pm on April 14th, 2009
he’ll show up… i have my cat Moxy trained to return from where ever she is to the ringing of an old Salvation Army Christmas bell! Hopefully J’5 has his claws!! I will visualize his return… and remember to ask the universe for his return. xo, Z’Dood
3:22 pm on April 14th, 2009
My cousins cat jumped 4 stories off her balcony and disappeared for five days. Maryjane came back exactly five days later and knew where her apartment was. Send mental visuals to Johnny5 so he can find you. I’ll be doing the same here. God Bless..
3:22 pm on April 14th, 2009
So sorry to hear this. Just an idea, you could try leaving some food out and have a silent paging alarm to alert you of anything that might come to it.
3:34 pm on April 14th, 2009
Kevin: I’ve heard that cats hide close to “home”. AND in situations like this, their normal behavior may not happen. Look under, around and on top of places you might not usually consider.
Hope you find him soon.
3:37 pm on April 14th, 2009
oh dear kevin and ann marie
i’m sorry to hear about jonny 5′s escape but happy you have everyone here to help super charge and find him.
blessings and love to you guys and jonny 5
keep us posted as we will you.
love
dr rona xoxoxoox…
3:41 pm on April 14th, 2009
When you get him back, and I am sure you will, get him micro chipped. It may not sound nice but it is well worth it.
Hugs and best wishes. laura
3:41 pm on April 14th, 2009
Kevin,
I hope you have found Jonny 5 by the time you get this message. In addition to checking early morning and around dusk, try checking around at about 2 am when things are quiet. He may have hidden himself somewhere he feels safe, and may not want to come out until there is less activity. I hope you find him soon.
3:42 pm on April 14th, 2009
Kevin and Ann Marie,
I have never left a post before but love your show and I have loved seeing Jonny 5 being a big part of the show.
We are praying that he will be found safe and sound.
Sandy
3:43 pm on April 14th, 2009
Hi Guys,
My heart goes out to you. I know how I would feel if I lost one of my precious babies. I hope Jonny has a safe journey back to the RV (perhaps when he gets hungry?).
3:50 pm on April 14th, 2009
lots of luck finding him. I know you will.
love
3:54 pm on April 14th, 2009
My daughter’s cat was hiding, scared, near house under something for 2 wks. We’d see her run across our driveway late at night (when my teenagers were coming home) but couldn’t catch her. Sit outside RV at dusk, talk, maybe leave folding chairs out with yr blanket or other items on it (home smells) overnight. Leave food and water out each night. Our food was gone each morning and we thought it was cat, not random critters. Finally, one night, had intuitive feeling (in the rain, think it helped) to leave slider door cracked open and she came back, went upstairs soaking wet, and meowed at my daughter. Hope maybe similar stuff will work for you. Can you leave yr door open? We’ll all send good vibes to Jonny 5 – GO HOME, DON’T BE SCARED! Good luck.
3:59 pm on April 14th, 2009
Oh boy Kevin….I am very sure you are going to find him. What a great resource to be able to use here so don’t apologize….what better way to get the word out. I’m sure that someone out there will find him and report back. Until then try not to panic. Sending you good thoughts.
4:04 pm on April 14th, 2009
Dear Kevin and AnnMarie – Since I have two cats myself I know how you must feel at this point. Wish I were closer to assist with your search. Friends above have given you some good suggestions – particularly the one about late at night. When one of mine has wondered off he tends to show up late after many hours of concern of course on my part.
We all look forward to receiving your notice that Jonny 5 is safe and sound.
4:06 pm on April 14th, 2009
K&A,
Check the local McDonalds.
He might be searching for a new batch of french fry oil for the RV.
Maybe he sensed the tank was getting low.
A quick shot of levity for the situation.
I know he’ll turn up soon.
You guys have a cosmic connection.
Love
4:22 pm on April 14th, 2009
Sending lots of good energy and thoughts your way. Hope you find Jonny 5 soon.
4:22 pm on April 14th, 2009
oh my! what a blessing to have the internet for lots of help in finding your dear kitty. we drove cross country many, many years ago with our three kids in a van and had to leave the three cats behind (with a caretaker, of course!) one tried to follow us (we think) and we never did locate him. i do soooo hope that johney 5 shows up very soon. best wishes for a happy reunion! mary from nj
4:23 pm on April 14th, 2009
Praying that you will find your precious cat.
4:33 pm on April 14th, 2009
Kev I had just heard about this site on some TV show within the last month or so, perhaps it could be of some help? It is an alert system that phones houses in the area that the pet was lost.
http://www.findtoto.com
and good luck!
Deb P
4:33 pm on April 14th, 2009
I am in England so I don’t think there is very much I can do. But I will send all the very best thoughts etc. that I can. You guys will find him, I know you will, you HAVE to…
xxx
p.s. he’s probably having a great time and has no idea the trouble he’s causing!!
4:35 pm on April 14th, 2009
As the poem goes: (Bo Peep that is.) Kevin and AnnMarie had a cat, but didn’t know where he was at. Just leave him alone, and he’ll come home wagging is tail behind him. I am really not trying to be funny or cute by this little ditty, but animals like people have a certain sense of connecttion with their family and unless they meet up with something that prevents them from comming home; they know where their food and water comes from, especially the longer they live with you. I am thinking good thoughts for you and Jonny 5.
Charles Premoe
4:38 pm on April 14th, 2009
Our cat (who is no longer with us) would go everywhere with us in our car. One way we would get him to return if he ran off during an adventure was to burn incense or candles that were familiar to him and he would come back (no joke must be the power of sensory smell) just an idea if there is anything you do in your home scent wise that might be familiar to him.
Stay positive and good idea putting the word out were all hoping he returns safe, sound and soon.
Namaste
4:40 pm on April 14th, 2009
Kevin and Ann Marie,
To lure him back to the RV try putting his un-cleaned litter box outside. Cats recognize their own scent in it.
4:48 pm on April 14th, 2009
Oh my goodness I’ve just thought of something. I know it sounds weird but it worked for them…
A few years back I used to see a marvellous herbalist and he always prescribed flower remedies through dowsing. Well him and his partner lost their cat one day and looked everywhere. Then some friends used dowsing by holding the pendulum over points on the map and asking where the cat was. Sure enough the cat was where it indicated he was (he had climbed down and got stuck between a railway line and a high cliff or building – I can’t remember which). Apparently they could not have done the dowsing themselves because they were far too emotionally attached to the cat.
Okay so I know it sounds weird but please don’t shoot the messenger – I am just relaying the story! He was a very wise and genuine herbalist:-) I guess it is just a way of asking the Universe/your unconcious for help…
4:52 pm on April 14th, 2009
Hi Kevin and Annmarie, here’s wishing Jonny 5 is back with you by the time you read this. Him having a collar with name and telephone number is a big help. Wishing you three the best of luck.
4:59 pm on April 14th, 2009
Guys! I hope you’re OK Anne-Marie. I’m sure Johnny 5 is more worried than you are – just make sure that when you call for him, call as though you’re playing with him – light and friendly. When my cat got lost I wandered around squarking with desperation like some scavenger bird or a banshee – I think this may have scared him more and driven him further away! LOL. But in my worry I wasn’t listening to my cries. He ended up coming home after 3 nights – he was missing his collar and was very distraught but soooooo happy to be home.
Hopefully Johnny’s back by dinner time.
All our love from NZ.
5:14 pm on April 14th, 2009
Oh, DEAR! Is AnnMarie ok? This is heartbreaking
TONS of energy love and prayers coming out your way….You will find him soon. Likely closer to dusk, like someone else said!
XXXXXOOOOO
5:14 pm on April 14th, 2009
I hope you find him soon.
5:19 pm on April 14th, 2009
sorry kevin santa rosa is pass san franciso and is too far for me to look (ABOUT A 6 HOUR DRIVE TO GET TO NORTHERN CA.)
5:19 pm on April 14th, 2009
he’s coming back.
5:31 pm on April 14th, 2009
I was so sorry to hear that Jonny 5 escaped (bad kitty!). Were I not way up in Canada, I’d be right there looking in every corner for the little guy. I sure hope you find him. I wish you the best of success in finding that precious member of your travelling band. And nail down those window screens!
5:45 pm on April 14th, 2009
I am so sorry you guys! All of my thoughts are with you. I just checked craigslist and I don’t think you have posted there yet. Please give the lost and found for the North Bay Area a look and list there. This link might take you right to that page.
https://post.craigslist.org/sfo/C/laf/nby/103
If you have trouble, let me know and I’ll post it for you. When animals get lost here, I post through our local mother’s club. Very powerful. I will find out about the Santa Rosa Mother’s club and see if I can post something. Think positive and do whatever you can think of. We will all bring him back!
(((HUG)))
Susan
5:45 pm on April 14th, 2009
Thanks for all your support, we’re still looking, but very hopeful. He’s been gone before… usually a day or so… so we’re going to camp out here for a few days!
Kev
6:10 pm on April 14th, 2009
Kevin and Annmarie,
All the messages you are getting will bring him back soon! Good to camp on the spot for a few days. Everybody is concerned, that energy will bring your cat back meowing for your affection!
Stay centered! Love and hugs, Charlotte
6:19 pm on April 14th, 2009
I’ve got the angels and St. Francis of Assisi working on it right now! I will also send reiki! Warmly Jayne Eubanks
6:38 pm on April 14th, 2009
My little Min Pin ran out once and was gone for a few weeks. We listed him with the ASPCA and the family that found him checked the website there and found us. They called us and we got him back. My brother’s cat runs out sometimes and always comes back sooner or later. Cats are very good at that. It just takes a few weeks sometimes. Good luck! Hope he comes back soon. I know how hard it is. Much Love to you all, CINDY R.
7:08 pm on April 14th, 2009
Cats always come back to the hand that feeds them. Just stay put…and wait. Think positive and remember, this is just another part of your adventure. Once he’s back, you’ll have a great story to share.
sharon in sugar land
7:09 pm on April 14th, 2009
Jonny 5 always makes me happy when I see him.
Thats my biggest fear losing my fur companion when traveling.
Just hoping he shows back up and sending my wishes for a safe return from the east coast.
7:20 pm on April 14th, 2009
I’ve sent this to my family who lives in the area. I hope this may help you find him. I just called them and they suggested to get in touch with Marla Steel the pet psychic in Sabastopol her web site is http://www.healing with energy. They are quite sure she will be able to help you find him she has been very sucessful doing that.
7:23 pm on April 14th, 2009
best wishes. keeping Johnny 5 in my meditations.
7:36 pm on April 14th, 2009
Thats terrible! Best luck in the search – im sure hell pop up somewhere real soon, he just wanted an adventure on his own..thats all
7:43 pm on April 14th, 2009
Just stay right there – he will come home – I’m sure he will – - hugs, Dede
7:59 pm on April 14th, 2009
I just lost my Siamese on Sunday and I know how tough it is!
I will pray that Johnny 5 returns safely home. It is smart not to leave for awhile and he will probably show up!
Think positively, prayers to you!
8:08 pm on April 14th, 2009
I feel that if you left out some of his things and yours so that he knows the smell and yes his favourite foods as people wrote in is a great idea also. The girls and I will be praying and sending out good vibes so that he will return quickly.
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, 
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I know that feeling though, with our cat(s).
Peace and Blessings
Carol, Leslie and Brooke
xoxoxo
8:35 pm on April 14th, 2009
Hi, we met at Greens for lunch last Friday (and had a really great time BTW). I so hope you find Jonny 5 soon, hopefully he will return when he is hungry. He is in my prayers for now.
There is a Humane Society in Novato in case his collar falls off and he gets picked up. I will be happy to see if he is there if he doesn’t come back in a couple of days. Let me know.
9:11 pm on April 14th, 2009
guess this means more animals wont have to die to feed him.
9:34 pm on April 14th, 2009
Wow, Joe. Guess there’s always a heartless one in the bunch. You’ll be glad to know that I’m banning your IP address and that you’re not welcome on this site any more.
Thanks,
Kev
10:23 pm on April 14th, 2009
Good call Kevin! That really upset me to see that on this site.
I just posted on Santa Rosa Craigslist and am trying to get a way into the Santa Rosa Mother’s club to get something posted there too. I’m in the Bay Area (sorry I missed you guys, I had a leg injury) and my husband works for the San Mateo Humane Society. I’ll ask him for suggestions. I hope you are getting a lot of help. I know how much you guys love him!
Susan
10:50 pm on April 14th, 2009
Hi Kevin and AnnMarie,
Very sorry to hear that Jonny 5 has gone missing, know you must be worn out and stressed. Our thoughts are with you. Sorry for the early exit last night, our kids were getting a bit restless…hope J5 turns up soon.
Michael & Tracy
10:51 pm on April 14th, 2009
Ooops! I see that you did post. Great! Susan
12:09 am on April 15th, 2009
Hi Kevin and Anne Marie, I hope Johnny 5 gets tired of his detour in Santa Rosa and comes back quickly and safely. I second the micro chip thing if you haven’t done it already. I do fostering for a local rescue group here in Lake County and all our dogs are micro-chipped. It helps vets and rescue and shelters find the owners. I will be sending positive energy your way.
12:09 am on April 15th, 2009
Hi Kevin, this is Lucas from the Easter potluck. I work just a few blocks from your present location (I’m at Lomi Psychotherapy Clinic-534 B Street) and live about 8 blocks away so I will keep my eyes peeled and also ask my fellow therapists if they have seen him. Could you maybe post a photo of Jonny 5 so I could print it out and show it to people tomorrow? I’m so sorry this happened. I’m sure he will turn up soon–cats are great survivors and there are a lot of good crawls spaces under homes in that area for cats to find shelter (not many basements in California!!). It’s also good that you are asking others to help in the search as I have found that things have a much better chance of being found if we do ask for others’ help!!! I’ll be over there tomorrow for an appt. with Shea and help afterwards if you still haven’t found him.
All the best,
Lucas
12:16 am on April 15th, 2009
There is always a crack pot in the bunch but know that 99.9% of us animal lovers are behind you in support. What amazing resources and love here!
Positive thoughts coming from Ontario Canada for Johny 5′s return.
From a cat owner
Carol
12:25 am on April 15th, 2009
Hi Kevin & Annmarie, Lucas again. I had another idea–if you could get me a photo, I would make some posters and put them up around the Lincoln and Mendo area. There are a lot of good, conscientious people living in that neighborhood. Also we could distribute it to the surrounding businesses. There are 4 bike shops within 3-4 blocks of you and bike riders tend to see things that motorists don’t.
Sending you energy for your search and hope for your hearts,
Lucas
12:50 am on April 15th, 2009
Thinking good thoughts for you and Jonny 5 tonight! We have a previously feral cat who got out once, stayed out most of the night and came back in the morning. I hope Jonny is back very soon!
1:30 am on April 15th, 2009
Hey, just got the good news! So glad to see Jonny 5 is back!!! That was so cool that you filmed of his return on Twitter!!! Sleep well!
5:42 am on April 15th, 2009
try putting some catnip in the rv near the window. most cats go crazy for it. maybe he will smell it & come back. they like other herbs too like valerian etc.
good luck…x
7:47 am on April 15th, 2009
Hello Kevin and Annmarie,
I just woke up to the wonderful news that you
found Jonny 5! What a relief. That little guy sure gave you a scare and all of us who love watching him too.
Best
10:10 am on April 15th, 2009
This is horrible….. Sending lots of energy your way….. you will find him:)
11:28 am on April 15th, 2009
Kevin, He will come back! I have had cats my whole life, even homeless, in a battered womans shelter, my cat was on that journey with me. Cats are smart, he will be back.
1:04 pm on April 15th, 2009
Yay!!!!! Jonny 5 is home! The whole way home last night, I kept picturing you guys with Jonny, happy and healthy, and thinking “Jonny 5 Come Home Safe” over and over. He looks so much like my Zsa Zsa!
6:32 pm on April 15th, 2009
Positive and very happy energy.
May you be joined by Johnny 5 pronto.
love peace and joy fatima