Approach a Cat Without Any Treats

Have you ever seen the cutest cat ever, and really want to pat it, but as soon as you approach it, it runs away? Well here are some tips on how to stop that from ever happening again.

Steps

 * 1)  Slowly approach the cat without making sudden movements/noises. When you get too a good enough distance, crouch down. When an animal sees you crouching down to their level, it is like you're showing respect to them.[[Image:Approach a Cat Without Any Treats Step 1.jpg|center]]
 * 2)  Slowly put your hand out towards their nose. Try not to make any sudden movements at this point, as you could cause the cat to attack or run away before even meeting it properly. Letting them sniff your hand is like humans shaking hands. Remember to keep your hand low, otherwise they might think you are going to attack them.[[Image:Approach a Cat Without Any Treats Step 2.jpg|center]]
 * 3)  Slowly raise your hand towards their neck. If you didn't know this already, cats really like being tickled in the neck, and if they start pushing towards you, they like it and want you to keep on doing this. Remember, each cat is different. Outdoor cats might accept you scratching it's neck since it is used to humans (they just live outside). Feral cats might think you are threat, and might attack. Sometimes, this doesn't even matter, cat's can attack you for reasons you don't know. For example, it could be injured or have rabies.[[Image:Approach a Cat Without Any Treats Step 3.jpg|center]]
 * 4)  Don't pick the cat up. It will just get freaked out and either attack you, or just jump out and run away.[[Image:Approach a Cat Without Any Treats Step 4.jpg|center]]

Tips

 * Don't touch cats that look like they are injured, because although you think you are going to make their day by patting them, the chances are you are just going to cause more pain for them.
 * Cats are scared quite easily, so don't make any sudden movements.

Warnings

 * If the cat scratches and or bites you, get to the nearest hospital immediately. The cat might have an infection, or worse, rabies.

Related wikiHows

 * Pet a High Strung Cat
 * Tame a Feral Cat
 * Train Your Cat to Come to You
 * Care for Hurt Animals
 * Keep a Cat Safe in the Car