how to make a stray cat trust you

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You can try extending your hand slowly and gently, but don’t try to pet him. Let him approach and sniff your hand. He may sniff your hand and then rub it with his head, which is an invitation for a gentle pet. Remember, a stray cat that trusts you one day may not have the same level of trust the next.

3. Contact your local shelter

Shelters in the U.S. receive about 3 million cats per year, and at least half of those are euthanized.

For that reason, ASPCA recommends contacting your local shelter to ask for advice on next steps before bringing a cat in.

As the shelter might be full and unable to take in the stray cat, it’s best to make sure first.

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Upon establishing a close bond with the feline, you can proceed to provide them with the necessary assistance. You can ask your local shelter to lend you a cat carrier or kennel if you don’t already have one.

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  • ↑ Molly DeVoss. Accredited Behavior and Training Specialist for Cats Expert Interview. 28 June 2021.
  • ↑ Carrie Seay, MS-CABAC, KPA-CTP, CBCC-KA. Feline Behavior Consultant. Expert Interview. 1 March 2022.
  • ↑ https://www.neighborhoodcats.org/how-to-tnr/colony-care/feral-cat-winter-shelter
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  • ↑ Carrie Seay, MS-CABAC, KPA-CTP, CBCC-KA. Feline Behavior Consultant. Expert Interview. 1 March 2022.
  • ↑ https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/cat-care/common-cat-behavior-issues/aggression-cats
  • ↑ https://humanesocietyofcharlotte.org/services/community-cats-services/#how-to-help-stray-and-feral-cats-in-charlotte
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  • ↑ Molly DeVoss. Accredited Behavior and Training Specialist for Cats Expert Interview. 28 June 2021.
  • ↑ http://www.paws.org/library/cats/home-life/introducing-cat-to-cat/
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FAQ

How long does it take for a stray cat to trust you?

It may take up to 4 weeks for the cats to ultimately feel comfortable. The more feral the cat, the longer this process can take, as a less-socialized cat will take longer to bond to a new person and place.

How do you get a stray cat to come to you?

Stacy recommends providing canned food on a dish near the cat. At each encounter, place the dish closer to you. Over time, you may be able to reach out your hand and touch the cat. She also recommends synthetic feline cheek pheromone spray to help the stray cat feel comfortable.

How do you tell if a stray cat is starting to trust you?

Trust really begins to develop when they’ll come up and start eating while you’re still standing there. (This is usually when they start to meow at you if they think you’re late feeding them, as well)