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We recently took in two semi feral cats around 6 weeks ago. They were healthy and weighed in at 5.1 and 5.7 lbs during their visit to get fixed before arriving at our place. They look to be between 6-7months old and have likely added a pound or two in weight.
Over time we have made great progress, they no longer hide constantly and will even come out while we are around. We even have a routine of tossing treats their way (Whiskas Temptations...they love them!) and they end up getting really close 1-2 feet), and also love playing with a mouse we have on a string.
Right now they do keep their distance and we are hoping the crew in this forum could give us some advice/tips/tricks to get them comfortable with us petting them.
Is it just a matter of time, or are there things we can do to help the process along?
In the back of our minds we are always a little anxious that they will never like being petted.
Thank you for the help!!
Over time we have made great progress, they no longer hide constantly and will even come out while we are around. We even have a routine of tossing treats their way (Whiskas Temptations...they love them!) and they end up getting really close 1-2 feet), and also love playing with a mouse we have on a string.
Right now they do keep their distance and we are hoping the crew in this forum could give us some advice/tips/tricks to get them comfortable with us petting them.
Is it just a matter of time, or are there things we can do to help the process along?
In the back of our minds we are always a little anxious that they will never like being petted.
Thank you for the help!!