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Can a stray cat come to you for food?

Can a stray cat come to you for food?

A stray cat that belongs to someone else will already be familiar with humans and will be used to human contact. This type of cat is much more likely to come to you for food, even allowing you to touch it.

Why does my cat not want to eat or drink?

See if your cat has other symptoms such as general lethargy, anxiety or litter box issues. If she has an abscess, protruding stomach or seems to be in pain it could be time to see a veterinarian. Toothache and sore mouth in general can make your cat not want to eat as chewing is now painful.

What should I do if my cat eats too much food?

It is best to give the cat a small amount of food initially. Starving cats may eat more than their stomach can handle, which could then cause them to become ill. Furthermore, if you are giving a stray cat food that it is not used to, it could upset its stomach. Furthermore, it is best to avoid processed foods.

Why are stray cats so malnourished and hungry?

Remember, strays are former house cats that have either been abandoned or lost. They are so used to human contact and provision that they simply don’t know how to hunt properly. For this reason, a lot of stray cats are terribly malnourished. But remember an animal’s top two priorities: survival and procreation.

What to do if your cat is not eating or drinking?

1 Provide a calm, safe and stress free environment. 2 Opt for a cat water fountain. Some cats will only drink running water. 3 Call the vet if all else fails.

What can I give a stray kitten to drink?

If you find a stray kitten (s) near to your home and believe they have become separated from their mother, you can help them to grow by providing cat milk, which can be bought quite widely nowadays. For adult stray cats, a bowl of water is by far the best choice for a drink.

Is it okay to give a stray cat milk?

Most people associate cats with milk, so when a stray cat appears around their home, they believe they are helping by placing a bowl of milk outside. What most do not realize is that although cats might like milk, it is not necessarily good for them – particularly as they grow into adulthood. Source: pixabay.com/en/users/Alehandra13.

Why does my cat not drink enough water?

Older cats may dry out more quickly, but young healthy cats don’t seem to need much. For every kilogram your cat weighs she needs 20-40 milliliters of water. They will drink only clean, clear water so make sure to serve it in dishes that adequately display how clean the water is. 3. Overfeeding