Get a Stray Dog or Cat to Trust You

So you found a stray cat or dog and you want to help it? Here are some steps that will let you help it while keeping safe:

Steps

 * 1) Slowly approach the animal, cooing softly to it.[[Image:Get a Stray Dog or Cat to Trust You Step 1.jpg|center]]
 * 2) If it's a dog and you happen to have any snacks, hold it out to them.[[Image:Get a Stray Dog or Cat to Trust You Step 2.jpg|center]]
 * 3) Once you get close enough, hold your hand out for it to sniff (do not do this if the animal is hissing or growling).[[Image:Get a Stray Dog or Cat to Trust You Step 3.jpg|center]]
 * 4) Gently stroke its back.[[Image:Get a Stray Dog or Cat to Trust You Step 4.jpg|center]]
 * 5) Guide it to a friend or trusted person's house.[[Image:Get a Stray Dog or Cat to Trust You Step 5.jpg|center]]

Tips

 * If it tries to run away, don't be frustrated or discouraged. Simply hold out a treat to help coax it back.

Warnings

 * If the animal is barking, hissing, growling, or making any other threatening noise, leave it alone. Someone stronger and more experienced can handle that animal.

Related wikiHows

 * Approach a Stray Dog
 * Earn the Trust of a Stray Cat
 * Gain the Trust of a Stray Dog
 * Befriend a Wild Cat or Kitten

Sources and Citations

 * http://www.dogbreeds-and-doggie.com/ - Original source, shared with permission.