Get a Stray Cat to Come Inside

Ever wanted to adopt a stray cat and do your part for the animal kingdom? This is an easy step by step article on how to get a stray cat to come inside your home without having to pick it up. Get started at step one below.

Steps

 * 1) [[Image:Odd eyed cat 30.jpg|right|180px|thumb|kitty with different colored eyes]] Talk soothingly to the cat. When he's purring, try getting a toy to play with him. Don't rush the cat, let him gradually learn to stray cat trust you.]]
 * 2) Encourage the stray cat to follow you inside with treats like cat food or canned tuna. [[Image:Cat in the Box 3.jpg|right|179px|thumb|kitty in the box]].
 * 3)  [[Image:My Little Paul Cat.jpg|right|180px|thumb|kitty. kitty kitty kitty.]]Give the cat some treats when you get inside.

Tips

 * Teach your stray tricks if he likes it.
 * If you plan to keep him, make sure it's a stray, not lost or feral.
 * A friendly cat with (or without) a collar could be lost. Keep the cat safe and try to find his home. Make flyers.
 * An unfriendly cat with no collar could be feral.

Warnings

 * If you have a cat that has not been neutered/spayed, keep them away from the stray.
 * If you have a cat that hasn't had his shots, do not bring a stray cat into your home.

Related wikiHows

 * Earn the Trust of a Stray Cat
 * Handle a Stray Cat
 * Earn the Trust of a Feral Kitten
 * Tame a Stray Cat
 * Take in a Stray Cat