and had been spotted in heavily populated areas such as Los Feliz and Silver Lake, wildlife authorities said.“P-22 is old for a wild cat and these behavioral changes, along with evidence of physical changes, could be indicative of difficulty continuing to thrive in the wild,”The cat underwent a physical exam, organ function tests and an infectious disease screening by the Safari Park’s wildlife health team, which uncovered significant injuries suggesting a vehicle collision.
The tests also revealed “significant pre-existing illnesses,” including chronic weight loss and irreversible kidney disease. “P-22’s advanced age, combined with chronic, debilitating, life-shortening conditions and the clear need for extensive long-term veterinary intervention left P-22 with no hope for a positive outcome,” CDFW said.
Known as the “Hollywood Cat,” P-22 had become the face of the NPS’ efforts to track Southland-area cats, KABC
P-22 was my spirit animal!!! I was born and raised in Hollywood and P-22 was just a LA savage!! RIP baby meet you on the other side!!😞
Homeboy was attacking leashed dogs last week.
I’ll let P-23 know
Damn hit by a car? That sucks. At least it's not suffering anymore.
sleep kitty 😢