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• Steps
• Method 1 of 3: How to Catch a Cat
• Method 2 of 3: How to socialize your cat
• Method 3 of 3: How to neuter or neuter an animal and release
• Tips
• Warnings

Wild cats live in many yards, hiding in bushes and basements. Most of these animals are wild, meaning they have never lived with humans, but a wild kitten or adult cat can be tamed with some effort and patience.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: How to Catch a Cat

1. 1 Decide which cat you want to catch. If you have noticed a friendly cat who is not afraid of people for a long time, you may be able to tame him. The process will be slow (up to several months) and difficult. It is possible that your wild cat will never behave like a pet, but you can make a pet out of him and train him to be at home.
   • Some stray cats are actually lost animals that used to live with humans. Usually such an animal has enough food, shelter and affection. Try offering food to your cat and then petting him when he gets close. If the cat allows you to do this, most likely, he was once lost.
   • Before you take your lost cat home, try to find its owner. Look out for posters and announcements for missing animals. Talk to veterinarians - they may know someone who has lost such a cat.
   • Kittens are easier to tame than adult wild animals. Kittens are not yet used to life on the street or in the house. Adult cats already have established habits and are more difficult to retrain.
   • Kittens should be taught before the age of 8 weeks. Early socialization will allow them to get used to life in the home. Do not wean kittens from mother before 4 weeks.
   • Newborn kittens will have a remnant of the umbilical cord on their belly. They open their eyes at 7-14 days of life.
   • If the kitten has grown incisors, then it is about two weeks old. If you notice teeth near the edges of the jaw (where molars usually grow), the kitten is at least 4 weeks old. If all of the kitten's teeth are molars, he is about 4 months old.
   • If the cat is behaving aggressively and will not let you near him, do not touch him.
2. 2 Catch the cat. You can approach the animal and take it with your bare hands, but remember that you need to be very careful with wild cats. It is best to trap the cat.
   • Wild animals can hiss, bite and scratch, so it will be easier to use a special device.
   • Use a special cat trap. Traps for other animals will not work.
   • You can buy a trap at veterinary stores and clinics.
   • Set the trap where your cat is most likely to visit.
   • You will need to bait him with tuna or other food.
3. 3 Show the cat to the vet. Place the trap on a towel or blanket in the car and take the cat to the doctor. Wild cats carry diseases and often have fleas and other health problems. Treat your cat before taking him home.
   • Don't touch the animal yet. The cat may not want you to touch him.
   • See your doctor right away if you are scratched or bitten by a wild cat.
   • Bites and scratches can lead to infection.
   • Cover the trap with a towel to help keep your cat calm.
4. 4 Move the cat to a designated area in the house after the doctor examines him and allows him to take him home. The animal will need to spend several days in a small carrier space to get used to the new location.
   • The carrier should fit a toilet, bedding and bowls for food and water.
   • Place the carrier in a room out of the reach of other animals and people.
   • Don't touch the animal for two days.
   • Give him water and food regularly.
   • Place a litter box in the carrier.
   • Make sure the cat doesn't run away as it can harm people, animals and ruin things in the house.
   • During these few days, the cat can be very restless.

Method 2 of 3: How to socialize your cat

1. 1 Gradually give the cat more space. Sit next to the carrier and speak in a calm voice so that the cat stops being afraid of you. When he gets used to you and does not behave like a wild animal, try to release him into other rooms in which it will be safe for him to stay.
   • To socialize a cat, you need to give him the opportunity to approach you of his own free will.
   • Set up a nook for your cat to hide to calm down. You must have access to this location.
   • Be careful not to let the cat escape through a door, window, or crack.
   • It is best to use a small space.
   • Warn family members that a cat lives in this room so they don't accidentally release it.
2. 2 Go to the cat's room with treats. Take a few hours to help your cat get used to your presence. You can lure him towards you by laying out a path of goodies from him to you. Sit on the floor to be level with the cat and wait.
   • To get your cat to allow himself to be picked up or petted, do this daily. It may take several weeks.
   • Don't look the cat in the eye. Animals consider direct gaze to be a threat.
   • Try lying on the floor to make it easier for the cat to approach you, which will make you appear smaller.
3. 3 Try to manipulate your hunger. If the animal refuses to approach you even after a few days, only allow the cat to eat in his presence. You should not leave food and go - it is better to bring food and sit next to him all the time while the cat is eating.
   • Place a plate of food next to you.
   • When the cat has finished eating and you are ready to leave, take away the leftover food.
   • Don't make your cat starve, he must eat well.
   • Remember that your cat must have water at all times.
4. 4 Walk up to the cat and pick him up. After a few days, the cat will begin to calmly approach you for food and treats. Now you need to show the cat that you will not harm him by picking up or stroking him. When the cat comes up to you, cover him with a towel and take him to you.
   • Do this very carefully so as not to scare the animal or injure it.
   • If the cat runs away or hisses, try again the next day.
   • Do not handle wild cats with your bare hands.
   • It is best to wear tight jeans, long sleeves and gloves.
   • Try not to scare the cat or pick him up when he is not ready for it. This can significantly slow down the socialization process.
   • When you pick your cat up, give him a treat.
5. 5 Pet the cat on the back of the head. If you manage to get the cat in your arms, start stroking it on the head with light strokes. Talk to him in a calm voice. Continue stroking his head and back for a few minutes.
   • If the cat starts to resist, release it.
   • Continue doing this daily until the cat begins to let you pick up and pet.
   • Do not reach for the wild cat in front - it will scare him.
   • Reward the animal for good behavior with a treat.
6. 6 Play with your cat every day. The final part of taming a cat often takes over a month. Continue to engage with the cat until he is no longer afraid of touch and caress. Over time, the cat will get used to it.
   • Change water and put food down every day.
   • Take the cat into your arms, pet him and talk to him at least once a day.
   • A cat can stay away from people for a very long time.
   • Encourage your friends to interact with your cat so that he gets used to a large number of people.
   • Over time, the cat will begin to allow you to take itself without treats.
7. 7 Keep the cat for yourself or find a new home for him. Having tamed the animal, you can settle it in a house with people. Keep him for yourself or take him to the shelter so that they can find a new home there.
   • If you decide to keep the cat or cat for yourself, neuter or neuter the animal.
   • Introduce your cat to your pets gradually.

Method 3 of 3: How to neuter or neuter an animal and release

1. 1 Learn how you can capture an animal, neuter it, and release it. This will significantly reduce the number of stray animals. Such a system helps control the population of wild animals without resorting to euthanasia. If this is not done, both animals and people will suffer.
   • Cats to be sterilized are optional.
   • The spayed animals will continue to live outdoors, but they will have a much better chance of staying healthy.
   • Find out if this system works in your area.
   • Discuss such a program with your local shelter or veterinarians.
2. 2 Set a trap where feral cats are common. Use a special trap. Install it near basements, garbage cans, and wherever you usually see stray animals.
   • You will need to catch the cats one at a time, neuter them and release them outside.
   • Do not catch cats with traps that are not intended for these animals, as this can lead to injury.
   • Do not try to grab the cat with your hands.
   • See your doctor if you are bitten or scratched by a wild cat.
3. 3 Take the caught cat to the vet. The doctor will examine the animal for diseases, fleas, and other health problems. More importantly, he will be able to neuter or castrate the animal so that it can no longer bear offspring. When the cat wakes up, the vet will give it to you.
   • Do not shift the responsibility of neutering animals to shelters - neuter or neuter the animal yourself.
   • Sterilization operations are performed under general anesthesia.
4. 4 Release the cat. Take it to the same place where you took it and release it. If you've fed an animal, keep doing it and don't drive it away.
   • Don't try to force your cat to communicate with you.
5. 5 Repeat the process with other wild cats. Continue to do this regularly to help reduce the wildcat population. This can be time-consuming if done alone.
   • Keep track of the number of feral cats in your area to see how effective your work is.
   • Try to involve your neighbors in this work - so the result will be better.

Tips

• Treat wild cats with respect.
• If there is a wild cat next to you, do not turn your head abruptly and do not change your position. It might scare him.
• Don't talk too much - it will tire the cat.
• If the cat pulls its ears back and shakes its tail, do not touch it.

Warnings

• Usually, cases of bites by wild animals are reported to the appropriate authorities.
• If you are bitten by a cat, show your wounds to a doctor.
• The cat can scratch you and hurt you, so be careful.
• Do not bring your yard cat home until all vaccinations have been completed.
• Wild animals can carry rabies, so take all precautions.
• If you have other animals in your home, vaccinate all of them regularly.