Narwee to Oran Park: Chester the miracle cat returns home after five-year adventure
The incredible travels of an ‘alpha cat’ have come to an end, with the pet miraculously reunited with his family after suddenly disappearing without a trace five years ago.
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If animals could talk, Chester the Cat would have one incredible story to share.
Five years ago, the fearless kitty embarked on the adventure of a lifetime and left the comfort of his family home in Narwee, in Sydney’s southwest, and went missing without a trace.
His cat-loving owner Kelly Corbett immediately feared the worst.
“He just left, he didn’t come home,” she said. “I thought he wasn’t alive anymore.”
“He had always been the alpha male, the king. He wasn’t scared of anything.
“I thought he may had been hit by a car. I thought someone may have found him and had his chip scanned but I heard nothing.”
A day before Chester’s 12th birthday, mum-of-three Ms Corbett was looking to adopt a new feline family friend when she received the call she never expected – Chester had been found.
“It blew my mind, she said.
“I just couldn’t believe it.”
The daring cat had been found on the side of the road covered in urine in Oran Park, an incredible 40km away, and inside an hour was swiftly reunited with the Corbett family thanks to a Camden Council ranger.
A new collar was found around Chester’s neck, leading to his owners suspecting he had been receiving love and care from another family.
Camden Mayor Therese Fedeli said the incredible tale was a timely reminder to make sure you pet was registered.
“I am sure Chester has plenty to share with his family (about his travels),” she said.
Ms Corbett said Chester was ready to live the quiet life after his travelling feats, and was looking forward to spending quality time with her three young sons.