A feral cat was born in the wild, and had no human contact as a kitten. A stray cat has usually once been owned, and therefore is used to people, but was either abandoned or got lost and is now living rough.
A truly feral cat (rather than a stray) is unlikely to make a good house pet. They lack the basic exposure to humans during the crucial socialization period. This means...
The best way to do this is through gradually building their trust. Start by putting food down, and waiting some distance away to let the cat get used to you....
Many stray cats are able to adapt to living indoors and can become wonderful pets. Before you bring a stray cat indoors, you should always take it to the vet...
Some stray cats have already lived with humans, so they’re already well socialized and ready to be in a loving home. If the stray hasn’t lived with humans before but...
They can, yes. For this reason, always be careful when handling a stray cat. Always wash your hands after touching the cat, and get medical help immediately if you get...
The new cat bed will smell of strange people and places. Make it more homely by transferring your smell onto it. Leave a piece of clothing that smells like you...
