What should I feed my feral cat?

Should I Feed my cat outside?

If feeding your cats outside, with all its challenges, is something you want to improve on, consider getting an outdoor cat feeding station/shelter. A cat feeding station protects both the cat, its food and water from lousy weather, helps hide the food from intruders, and aids with cleanliness.

What is the feral cat rescue scheme?

The scheme is currently operating across Wales and the West Midlands. The scheme is part of a programme of work to help tackle the increasing number of stray and feral cats across England and Wales who are without homes.

How do I contact the RSPCA for a feral cat?

An RSPCA log number can be obtained to assist with vet costs on 0300 123 4999, the RSPCA may be able to assist with getting an injured feral or stray cat to a vet. Can I tame a feral cat? Feral cats have little or no contact with humans and cannot be tamed.

Can you help us solve the problem of Stray Cats?

Please be a part of the solution – and not the ever growing problem – by having your own cats neutered. If you have noticed a sick, injured or distressed stray cat, please contact the RSPCA on 0300 1234 999.

Can the RSPCA help with spaying or Snipping my Cat?

You’re on a low household income earning an annual household income of less than £18,000 If you live outside of these areas but still require help with the cost of spaying or snipping your cat then your local RSPCA branch may be able to help. Share this…

Do feral cats need help from humans?

Unfortunately, feral cats don’t have access to the same food resources that house cats have, which means that their diet is often less than perfect. Just because a cat is feral doesn’t mean that it doesn’t still depend on humans for help. If you are the caregiver of a feral cat colony, you know how important your work is.

Canterbury Cats Protection help with feral cats?

Canterbury Cats Protection practices a Trap, Neuter and Return policy on feral and farm cats. If the cats are neutered and released back into their environment they improve in health, condition and life expectancy. If you know of, or are feeding a group of wild cats and would like us to help, there are a few conditions you need to fulfil.

What is TEARS Animal Rescue doing to help feral cats?

He… TEARS Animal Rescue is one of the leading organisations in the sterilisation and management of Feral Cats in the Western Cape, and our Feral Cat Project aims to reduce feral cat populations and enhance the lives of feral cat colonies through a Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) programme.

Do vets take Stray Cats to the vet?

It depends on where you live, but I once lived in a smallish town and there was a vet who would take strays. He would then give them all of their shots, de-worm them, neuter/spay them, and clip one of their ears (so that if the cat was brought in again he would know he’s worked on it).

Should I be worried about a cat colony in my garden?

Some people may be concerned that a cat colony may be forming in their garden when they find a stray cat in their back garden. If you’re worried that a cat colony may be forming, don’t worry, unless you feed cats at the same place on a regular basis, there is no need to be alarmed.

What do Caregivers do with feral cats?

Some caregivers will create appropriate shelters for the cats depending on the environment and location. Caregivers may also trap the feral cats or work with a humane trapper to get the cats safely trapped so they can be spayed or neutered and receive basic medical care.

Is it possible to rehabilitate a feral cat?

Feral cats are present in every community, and it is almost impossible to rehabilitate and re-socialize them so they can become a part of a family, unless there is intervention at a young age. Like wild animals, they should not be handled without following instructions from feral cat groups or shelters.

What are feral cats like in New Jersey?

A feral cat is wild just like a raccoon or a rabbit, you can’t get near them. Every single kitten season here in New Jersey from March till about October hundreds of feral kittens from newborn to ab See my feral foster kittens below. Feral feline mothers will only abandon their litter out of pure fear.

How do you teach a kitten to eat from your hand?

After your kitten is comfortable eating from your hand in close proximity to your body, introduce a new element to the interaction. While your cat is nibbling the treat in one hand, bring your other hand up and stroke the cat gently from the top of its head or neck toward its tail.

How do I get my Cat to trust me with her?

Cup your right hand under the right side of its body and support its chest with your right hand. Bring the kitten up against your chest where it will feel safe. Cross your left arm over your right to secure its body against yours. Holding your cat in this way can also help you earn its trust. Play with your kitten.

Why does my cat like to be outside all the time?

An outside cat spends a great deal of her time hunting. Even though cats were domesticated nearly 10,000 years ago the natural hunting instinct remain a strong urge in cats. It keeps them agile and stimulated and this need may still need to be satisfied despite the weather.

Where can I volunteer to help with neutering feral cats?

They undertake the rescue and rehoming of stray and unwanted cats and kittens. Folkestone and Hythe CP can sometimes help with neutering feral cats, offering trapping & neutering depending on availability of volunteers. They are a small branch with few volunteers but will do the best they can to help.

What to do if you find a feral cat in Canterbury?

While most ferals are resourceful when it comes to finding food, it is good to keep an eye on them during the winter. If you suspect a feral cat is sick or injured, they can be trapped and taken to the vet. What Canterbury Cats Protection Can do for Feral Cats?

Canterbury Cats Protection work with farm cats?

Canterbury Cats Protection work whenever possible to rehome feral and farm cats if they are captured when they are very young (under 10 weeks of age). If we are able to do this we can tame the cat and it can become a loving family pet. Unfortunately outside of this narrow window of time it is impossible to domesticate these cats.

Could you offer a rural home to feral cats?

All they need is regular food, a warm & dry place to sleep and veterinary care when needed. In return you will get an efficient mouse-patrol! Contact the organisations below if you could offer a rural home to some neutered feral cats. Offering a Home? Need Help?

Can Canterbury cats Society help with cat neutering and rehoming?

Please Note: Canterbury Cats Society offers cat neutering assistance only, and is therefore unable to help with adoption or rehoming. Postal Address: PO Box 891, Canterbury, Kent.