What to do if you Find a Stray or Feral Cat

What te de ifgou finda Stray or Feral Cat Determine whether the cat is stray or feral Try to approach the cat • Domesticated stray cats will let you approach them while feral cats might show resistance Whether that cat is stray or feral, KITTY make sure it has access to food • Provide the cat with some food and clean water • It is advised to avoid giving the cat milk, as most cats are lactose intolerant Take it to a vet • Take the cat to a vet to cure any injuries • Get it vaccinated and free of parasites CAT 4 Provide shelter to the cat • The best way is to take the cat in to your home • However, if you cannot manage that, you might find a suitable place for the cat outside your home that is adequately sheltered Make sure the shelter is waterproof and safe from other feral cats, especially if the cat is stray You may even use a cardboard box as a temporary home for the cat Place some suitable bedding for the cat inside the box, for heat retention 5 If you think that it is a stray cat, try to trace its owner You might make a paper collar with your contact information and Take the cat to a vet to check for a microchip Put an ad in Local paper File a report with your local animal control tie it around the cat's neck, with a sello tape Ask your neighbours if they've heard anything about a lost cat Contact local animal rescue Put up flyers in your local area Check your newspaper for lost and found notices groups 6 If you are not able to find the cat's owner, you can then hand it over to concerned authorities • You may take it to a shelter or humane society • Try to arrange a home for the cat yourself or you could finding it a foster home • Contact a rescue group • You might consider the option of adopting it yourself