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    What Friendly Cats Can Teach Former Ferals

    I think it's kinda both... I think cats observe other cats and their interactions with humans to get an idea if the human is safe or not. My feral cat observed my stray cat's demeanor towards me and my family and I think it helped a lot in getting her to be more friendly. Nonetheless, she is...
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    Advice needed on making my semi feral girl more comfortable

    First things first, it seems like she feels quite comfortable and safe in your place! She is lying on her back exposing her belly even with a big human around. You must have been doing something very good! With regards to the petting, could you set up a training session where you bribe her for...
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    So many questions - but how can I entertain a feral kitten?

    Wow, that truly is a beautiful picture! And the progress she made makes it seem like she was not even feral in the first place, LOL. Y'all are doing amazing!
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    So many questions - but how can I entertain a feral kitten?

    Wow, they both look really relaxed and comfortable around you! I don't think you should worry too much. My feral cat always goes through phases where one day she really likes me and the next day she is wary of me. You can plot out your relationship on a line graph. It will be a whole bunch of...
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    So many questions - but how can I entertain a feral kitten?

    What were the wonderful things that happened on Friday? Did you make any progress with Pumpkin?
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    Should I take my cats outside?

    This might be controversial but I would advise against letting them out. I have heard that letting cats outside is kind of like opening pandora's box, as they may fall too much in love with it and always want to go outside. As mentioned by daftcat75, the outside they experience now will be...
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    New Cat Hissing and Biting

    I agree that it is quite good news that she is getting better in such short time. From what you said in your post, a lot of things clicked and made sense. She is in a new environment, which is a huge stressor, it has the scent of other cats, which is also a huge stressor, she is in heat, which...
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    So many questions - but how can I entertain a feral kitten?

    I'm sorry to hear that about Midnight, I hope you were able to find him and get him some help. You are doing a very good deed for him, I am sure he appreciates your kindness. I hope the owner also appreciates what you are doing and is a bit more mindful of him. Please keep us updated on his status.
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    New Cat Hissing and Biting

    Hi, I'm a cat owner of 1 year (of a stray and feral cat) so take my comments with a huge grain of salt but here are my thoughts: It seems to me that there are 2 problems, something is causing your cat stress and your cat's response to that stress. Thus I think you should tackle both issues for...
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    So many questions - but how can I entertain a feral kitten?

    Congratulations! They both are beautiful cats and it seems like Pumpkin is making wonderful progress!
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    So many questions - but how can I entertain a feral kitten?

    With ferals I think there will always be setbacks. However, if you show consistency and patience, I think she'll ultimately come around. I would just keep doing what you do and let her get back to exploring on her own terms. It may take a few weeks but with Midnight helping her along the way...
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    So many questions - but how can I entertain a feral kitten?

    I also understand that feeling when a feral cat starts to show signs of trusting you more! It is absolutely wonderful, a feeling of elation and gratitude. I think she is starting to trust you because of the way you treat her (not going in for pets, trying to play with her, providing her with...
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    So many questions - but how can I entertain a feral kitten?

    Wow, that is wonderful! I think with feral cats the most important thing is consistency and time. As time goes on and you show her that you are going to be good to her she'll start to trust you more.
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    I need help with a feral

    Hi, I had a similar situation where my feral cat that I have been living with for 6 months stopped eating after her spay surgery. If I have learned anything from this situation, it is: 1. Stress may cause a cat to not eat. My cat did not eat for almost 2 days after her surgery, and I really...
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    Feral cat won't eat after spay

    Thank you for your kind words! The recommendations here helped me a lot while I was going through this process. I will try to come around from time to time!
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