20-year-old cat Jessy passed away without owner Jo-Jo from Hamont-Achel knowing: the animal was not microchipped

Jo-Jo Homburg from Hamont-Achel unexpectedly lost his 20-year-old cat, Jessy, who was found unresponsive outside his home. Despite efforts to locate her owner, Jessy was euthanized due to her poor condition and was not microchipped. Jo-Jo, who recently moved from the Netherlands, expressed regret over not having Jessy microchipped, despite having considered it. He had hoped for a search for Jessy's owner before the decision was made. The local animal shelter acted quickly upon discovering Jessy, prioritizing her welfare. Jo-Jo urges others to microchip their pets, regardless of age, to prevent similar situations.