Advice Needed! Adopting 6 Month Old Feral Female

[CallyBrooke]

I have 3 kids in school and I work full time but we have recently decided to adopt a feral cat that is actually really friendly and has already started bonding with my kids. I need tips for introducing a 6 month old feral cat to a litter box and whether or not to crate the cat while working all day etc. It has been many years since we have had a cat and we want to start off with success. My mother lives with us also she is in her 60's and capable of helping with the cat during the day. I read online that some people suggest keeping the cat in 1 room until it adapts? What about at night time?

 

[Furballsmom]

Hi! Crating can work but a room might be better if you are able. It somewhat depends on the cat, I think.

There's this article that has some good info and unfertilized soil can help a cat like yours too.

How To Train Kittens To Use The Litter Box

The Five Golden Rules To Bringing An Outdoor Cat Inside

This may have some info as well;

First-time Cat Owner's Guide

 

[CallyBrooke]

Thank you so much!

 

[Furballsmom]

. . Let us know how things go

 

[Catzmeow]

My feral cat took to unscented clumping cat litter no problem. I didn't research to use soil first. He really hated when I tried one with a scent though and would not use it.

 

[ArchyCat]

There isa "Cat Attract " litter brand, I believe. You put that on top of the unseated litter. But most cats take to using a litter box with no problems.