2007-02-01 16:32:09 · 4 answers · asked by Louise S 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
It takes a long time, 5 months might be to old. If you can pet them then you have a chance but if you can't get near them then there is no chance.
2007-02-01 16:49:29 · answer #1 · answered by Johnny 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I fostered cats for a while and that included feral kittens. You can still do it at 5 months old its just going to be trickier. I've even made full grown cats tolerable, because I fostered a cat once that was feral and pregnant. It was really hard but by the end of the month when she delivered she was the sweetest cat. The best way I found is to get a really big dog crate. I set up a whole little place for them, litter box, food and a blanket or bed *its got to be a crate for big dog*. Don't put it in an overly crowded place, I kept mine in my bedroom. Spend some time near the cage everyday. I usually sat near by and read or watched tv and be sure to give them quiet time as well. After a little while, depending on the cat they will feel more comfortable being around you and will begin to let them pet you. Just beware when you are changing their litter box. Its best to keep the box near the door of the cage so you can access it easier and the cat can run to the back of the cage and get away from you when they are afraid.
2007-02-02 03:27:41 · answer #2 · answered by Jenna 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on whether they accept human interaction. Since there's two of them, and they're so old, it may be impossible. Feral cats form a colony, and the two kittens are bonded. If they let you get within a five foot range, or seek out your attention, you have a chance. If they run away as soon as they hear you, it's a lost cause.
Your best bet is trapping them, having them fixed, and start feeding them, if you're not already. Be sure to get them vaccinated when they're fixed, or you may put yourself in a lot of danger. Separating them from the colony should help, if there is one. They'll probably never become lap kitties, or even domesticated enough to stay inside very long, but best chance, you'll have a fun cat to occasionally pet when sitting outside.
2007-02-02 00:55:51 · answer #3 · answered by halie_blue 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the personality of the cat. I had one cat who'd been feral for several years who was affectionate and friendly and loved to cuddle. I have another who turned up in my garden as a tiny kitten who nearly 2 years later is only just settling down to domestic life.
2007-02-02 02:19:27 · answer #4 · answered by gerrifriend 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋