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How do you reassure a feral cat?
Here’s how you can create a calming situation for her to relax:
- Give the cat as much time as possible to calm down.
- Take her to quiet place where she can be alone–if you’re in your home, a bathroom works well.
- Follow a routine for all daily activities like feeding and cage cleaning.
- Cats mark their territory by smell.
How do you get a wild cat to come to you?
If you want community cats to come to you, or to any outdoor space of your choosing, food is the biggest motivator. Cats think with their stomachs and they make their homes where food is readily available. Feed the cats on a regular schedule every day in the area you want them to be.
How do you get a feral cat to come to you?
After about three days you can try to get a little closer to the cat, throwing some treats for them to eat. If their body language displays aggression or fear, give them some more time and avoid approaching. The most important thing is to gain the feral cat’s trust at their own pace.
How to win the trust of a stray cat?
How to Win the Trust of a Stray Cat Step 1. Feed The Cat Step 2. Move Closer and Talk to the Cat Step 3. Establish Trust Step 4. Get the Cat Vet Care Dos and Don’ts of Gaining a Stray Cat’s Trust What to Do If You Need to Capture the Cat Sooner What to Do Next
How do I get my Cat to trust me with food?
Letting the cat know that it has access to food or water without threat is the first step to having it trust you. If time is not important (if the cat is not in imminent danger), then continue to offer food every day to build trust before proceeding to step two. Cats are very wary and have a strong sense of danger in new situations.
What should you do if you find a stray cat?
Your first priority should be giving the cat access to food and water. The best way to gain a cat’s trust is to give them food. They say, “if you feed a stray it will stay,” but this is only true because it is hungry and you are finally giving it what it needs. Cats depend on humans for care, and even stray cats need food, water, and shelter.