I'm actually astounded that a cat could survive at all in a washing machine. From the Daily Times in Pakistan:
A cat that fell asleep in a washing machine survived a 60-minute cycle at 40C. Toreilles had sneaked into a neighbour’s house looking for a warm spot, reports the Daily Mirror.The 15-month-old tabby is now recovering at an animal hospital after escaping with minor injuries. Owner Debbie Sainsbury, 44, said: “Apparently he just dropped out when the door opened.
“He couldn’t walk but was purring and very much alive, now he’s looking better every day. “I think he definitely lost one his nine lives, he’s a very lucky cat.”
Vet Sheelagh Houlden said: “He was in considerably good shape considering what he had been through. He was fairly lucky to be alive.”