Erwin the toothless cat evaded rescuers for 8 months — then walked into a stranger's basement on his own

Hiroshi Nakamura

Lifestyle editor · 8h ago

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After a brutal prairie winter outdoors, Erwin gave up on every trap, treat, and rescuer — and chose his own moment. He's now warm, fed, and looking for a forever home.

Rescuers spent eight months trying every humane capture method imaginable. Then, one freezing night, Erwin simply followed a homeowner through her open basement door. He's friendly, talkative, and (despite his missing teeth) a great eater.