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Try feeding your cat inside the carrier, which is an especially good trick for those who need to feed their cats separately for weight control. You should also line it with newspaper to soak up urine, and always keep a clean towel inside. I have recently adopted a feral cat and i feed it every day and leave it water and take care of it.
It looks like my poor stray kitty has broken a paw! any ideas of how to get a wild cat into a carrier to take him to the vet?? 🙁
— Lainey (@elainephe) July 4, 2011
Countless numbers of cats are euthanized each year simply because there are more cats that need homes than people willing to take them in. Spaying or neutering will also reduce the cat’s tendency to roam and fight, ultimately keeping it safer. Eventually, the cat may allow you to pet or even pick it up.
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You can usually place a free “found” ad in your local newspaper or on sites like Craigslist. If the cat is friendly, Fernandez recommends contacting local rescue organizations, which have resources to rehome cats. “Sometimes it’s just about finding the right fit for a stray’s personality.
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The vast majority of veterinarians will require you to use a cat carrier when bringing any cat to the vet. Many of these cats avoid people; however, stray cats will sometimes yearn for human interaction . Once they get used to coming near you to eat, they may be willing to come to you for a pet and eventually into the carrier for transport to a veterinarian. Unless it is a life-and-death emergency, you will have to keep the cat safe and comfortable until you can get an appointment with a veterinarian. For this reason, always be careful when handling a stray cat.
If your other pets don’t normally respond well to new animals, place them in their carry bag for 15 minutes in the stray cat’s room. This will help them to get used to each other very slowly. Bring the food inside once the cat is comfortable eating near the house.
You will frighten the cat and risk being bitten or scratched, and it is safer for the cat and veterinary staff if the cat is in a trap. You may be able to find veterinarians in your area who are community cat friendly or even low cost. Or, you can find a local TNR advocate or group and ask if they have a veterinarian they can recommend. Search for members near you at alleycat.org/FindFeralFriends.
Don’t worry if the cat won’t let you touch them very often at first, this is normal behaviour for a stray cat. Stray cats are often unvaccinated and commonly have fleas. Ask the vet to check for fleas, worms, infections, injuries, and diseases, and to prescribe any necessary medications. Keep the cat isolated from other animals until it is free from any parasites or illnesses. Taking in a stray cat is a great way to adopt a new pet that otherwise may never have a good home. Before you decide to adopt the pet as your own, make sure that it doesn’t have an owner.
With patience, you can gain the cat’s trust and even affection. Has experience working with stray cats and managing their health and overall wellness. If you decide to remove the cat so it can be scanned for a microchip, we encourage you to return the cat to the location at which it was found.
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