Can feral cats become Housecats?

Yes, that stray cat or alley cat can become your beloved house cat, but there are some caveats you should consider. Feral cats are wild and not used to people or domesticated. Stray cats and some alley cats have often had socialization and may have even been neutered and received health care.

Can you gain the trust of a feral cat?

Stray cats are often hungry cats, so the best first move is to feed the kitty and provide lots of water. Once the cat learns you’re a source for food, she will visit every day. For some very friendly cats, this is enough to gain their trust.

Can feral cats be loving?

However, over a period of time in which a human caretaker provides food, shelter, and even medicine, feral cats may give in to human attention/affection.

Can a feral cat ever become tame?

Many experts agree that feral adult cats simply can’t be tamed. They are wild animals, like raccoons. They tend to stay away from humans, hide during the day, and when adopted, are very difficult to socialize. Just like you would never try to handle a raccoon, you should never try to pick up a feral cat.

Is it cruel to keep a feral cat indoors?

While you might have the time and resources to dedicate to adopting out a socialized community cat, unsocialized cats, also called feral cats, never belong indoors. A feral cat belongs one place—outside. Just because the shelter isn’t an option doesn’t mean you should bring the cats into your home.

How do you know if a cat is feral?

Physical Appearance

A stray cat can often look unclean and have a dishevelled coat.
A feral cat will likely have clean fur and appear generally well-kept.
A stray cat that has been lost for several weeks can look underweight and unwell.
Male feral cats are often identified as having a muscular frame and scars from fighting.

What does it mean when a feral cat rubs against you?

Territory Cats have several different scent glands on different parts of their bodies that secrete specific pheromones, including on their tails, cheeks, foreheads, paws, and anus. When they rub their body up against you, it’s their way of marking their territory and depositing their unique scent onto your clothes.

How do you bond with a feral cat?

6 Steps to Taming a Semi-Feral Cat

Let the cat make the first move.
Keep her coming back for more.
Slowly desensitize her to life with humans.
Respect her space.
Consider a calming remedy to help her with the transition.
Be patient!

Do feral cats suffer?

You can also take comfort knowing feral cats are happy and healthy outdoors. You may hear some individuals or groups claim that community cats are suffering. In reality, feral cats live full, healthy lives outdoors. They low rates of disease just like pet cats, and their lifespans are about the same, too.

Can feral cats become Housecats? Yes, that stray cat or alley cat can become your beloved house cat, but there are some caveats you should consider. Feral cats are wild and not used to people or domesticated. Stray cats and some alley cats have often had socialization and may have even been neutered and received…