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Felix died, the cat who survived 37 days under the rubble in La Guaira

Félix, the cat that survived 37 days trapped under rubble after earthquakes in La Guaira, Venezuela, has died from respiratory arrest due to severe physical deterioration and dehydration.

Félix died from respiratory arrest after being trapped for 37 days.

The death was announced by veterinarian Gianny D’Amelio via social media.

Félix had been reunited with his owner before dying.

The cat's story generated widespread solidarity on social media.

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