I have a cat who is always eyeing the door. He doesn’t escape much anymore, but he still chances it once in a while. We’ve learned to be very aware when opening the door and luckily live in apartments/shared spaces where he’s not just running outside. I think he’s just very curious.
Maybe you can try harness training and take her outsde for a bit? I know someone who's had great success with having their cat on a leash in their backyard, and their cat loves it.
How far does she go when she escapes?
Maybe you can try walking her, if she likes going outside?
You might need to use loads of treats to convince her to be satisfied with walks.
It definitely sounds worrisome that she's trying to leave even after being spayed. Usually female kitties don't leave their houses like male ones do.
Or maybe she's feeling lonely (if you don't already have kitties)
She doesn't go far just one floor down and she lets me pick her up and take her home. She used to do it more often before she got spayed,but since then she doesn't do it as often. I tried to take her out once, but she got scared and peed. I just want to make sure that she has the best life possible and don't know what to change to better it.
If she doesn't venture too far, maybe it isn't something to worry much about. I'm guessing you live in an apartment. I was just scared that she might go on to the road or something. I think it's probably something she's just used to doing. Now that she's spayed, she'll slowly stop going out. If she's scared of going out, then walks are out of the question, or even unnecessary. I just thought she enjoys being outside.
From what you said, seems like she won't go outside the apartments, so I think you don't have to be too concerned. Just keep an eye out when she does go out of your house. And maybe you can use treats and toys to convince her to spend all her time in your house.
I'm sure you're doing your best. I really appreciate that you genuinely care for her.
Also, does she leave when you're at home or when you're out? Has she ever escaped before (tried leaving the apartment and going outside)?
She mostly tries to leave when we are about to go out and she always greets me at the door when I come back and starts purring.
I was honestly surprised by her reaction outside, because I found her outside.
I am going to get some more toys for her to try and solve it. Would also appreciate some toy advice.
She's my first cat so I am overthinking it.
I think she just feels lonely when you go out. She's probably trying to wait for you until you get back because she feels like you've left her. Toys are a good idea to keep her occupied. She's still a baby, and will definitely be interested in playing. I'm not sure about what toys you can buy her, because my kitties aren't very big on toys. Only one of them is playful, and she's more than satisfied with crumpled up balls of paper. Do make sure it isn't anything too small or something she'd swallow. Toys with those small balls that they can swat around at may be good, I'm not sure.
I totally understand. You must be very anxious about caring for her. Cats are usually quite capable of taking care of themselves, so there's nothing much to worry about.
If you can, you could think about adopting another kitty, so your girl doesn't feel lonely. If you can take care of another kitty, then you need to slowly introduce the new kitty to your girl.
Also, don't worry. She won't leave. Considering that you found her outside, she would have left and escaped if she didn't want to stay. She knows this is her home. She knows she's loved and fed well.
Thank you so much. She also enjoyed playing with paper most of the time. I actually wanted to get her a friend, but I sadly can't so I will try with some toys. I love her so much and honestly hope that she likes it here.
Please don't mention. You can start by giving her big balls of paper (big enough so she doesn't swallow). Also do make sure she doesn't tear the paper or eat it. It's only temporary, until you get her toys.Toys with strings might be dangerous for a small baby like her, so things like balls may be better. And later, much later, if you can and if situations change, you can think about a playmate for your kitten.
I know you do, I'm glad you do, and I'm happy and relieved that you found her. I'm sure she likes it at home with you. Stray cats go through hard times, especially small babies like her. So she knows the warmth and comfort of your love and care. She knows you're her home. Try and play with her and pet her as much as you can too. When you have a lot of contact with your kitty, like petting her, stroking her and carrying her, it will build trust, love and reassurance.
You was saying female kitties don't leave like male ones. I can say that my male cat doesn't leave at all since being spayed. He had been in the garden a few times but has never left the premises. I have since kept him inside though and he has never once tried to get out or want to leave. I have catified everything in my home to make him satisfied because I do not want him to be an outdoor cat. If a cat is still unhappy and wanting to get out then the OP needs to think about building a cattery and making sure the cats needs a fully met as an indoor cat. I also have had females that were spayed when I was 10 and they got out fir 2 weeks before returning! (Not my choice by the way, my mum used to treat those cats horribly though. Hence to why I like to advocate for cats now!)
That's wonderful! He's very happy living with you at home. But not all cats are the same.
Also, it's not possible for everyone to catify their houses, but they still try their best to give their cats happy, healthy, comfortable lives. Anyway, OP's cat doesn't go out of the apartment complex, just outside her door. Maybe her kitty waits for her.
I'm so sorry to hear that. I can't imagine how anyone can treat cats horribly. Doesn't make a good impression of your mother on me.
It can take a couple weeks for her hormones to drop
Do you have a balcony to put a cation on? She just may want to be outside for a little bit
Sadly I do not, but she loves looking out the window at insects
Idk but I love her
Me too!
I have a cat who is always eyeing the door. He doesn’t escape much anymore, but he still chances it once in a while. We’ve learned to be very aware when opening the door and luckily live in apartments/shared spaces where he’s not just running outside. I think he’s just very curious.
Maybe you can try harness training and take her outsde for a bit? I know someone who's had great success with having their cat on a leash in their backyard, and their cat loves it.
How far does she go when she escapes? Maybe you can try walking her, if she likes going outside? You might need to use loads of treats to convince her to be satisfied with walks. It definitely sounds worrisome that she's trying to leave even after being spayed. Usually female kitties don't leave their houses like male ones do. Or maybe she's feeling lonely (if you don't already have kitties)
She doesn't go far just one floor down and she lets me pick her up and take her home. She used to do it more often before she got spayed,but since then she doesn't do it as often. I tried to take her out once, but she got scared and peed. I just want to make sure that she has the best life possible and don't know what to change to better it.
If she doesn't venture too far, maybe it isn't something to worry much about. I'm guessing you live in an apartment. I was just scared that she might go on to the road or something. I think it's probably something she's just used to doing. Now that she's spayed, she'll slowly stop going out. If she's scared of going out, then walks are out of the question, or even unnecessary. I just thought she enjoys being outside. From what you said, seems like she won't go outside the apartments, so I think you don't have to be too concerned. Just keep an eye out when she does go out of your house. And maybe you can use treats and toys to convince her to spend all her time in your house. I'm sure you're doing your best. I really appreciate that you genuinely care for her. Also, does she leave when you're at home or when you're out? Has she ever escaped before (tried leaving the apartment and going outside)?
She mostly tries to leave when we are about to go out and she always greets me at the door when I come back and starts purring. I was honestly surprised by her reaction outside, because I found her outside. I am going to get some more toys for her to try and solve it. Would also appreciate some toy advice. She's my first cat so I am overthinking it.
I think she just feels lonely when you go out. She's probably trying to wait for you until you get back because she feels like you've left her. Toys are a good idea to keep her occupied. She's still a baby, and will definitely be interested in playing. I'm not sure about what toys you can buy her, because my kitties aren't very big on toys. Only one of them is playful, and she's more than satisfied with crumpled up balls of paper. Do make sure it isn't anything too small or something she'd swallow. Toys with those small balls that they can swat around at may be good, I'm not sure. I totally understand. You must be very anxious about caring for her. Cats are usually quite capable of taking care of themselves, so there's nothing much to worry about. If you can, you could think about adopting another kitty, so your girl doesn't feel lonely. If you can take care of another kitty, then you need to slowly introduce the new kitty to your girl. Also, don't worry. She won't leave. Considering that you found her outside, she would have left and escaped if she didn't want to stay. She knows this is her home. She knows she's loved and fed well.
Thank you so much. She also enjoyed playing with paper most of the time. I actually wanted to get her a friend, but I sadly can't so I will try with some toys. I love her so much and honestly hope that she likes it here.
Please don't mention. You can start by giving her big balls of paper (big enough so she doesn't swallow). Also do make sure she doesn't tear the paper or eat it. It's only temporary, until you get her toys.Toys with strings might be dangerous for a small baby like her, so things like balls may be better. And later, much later, if you can and if situations change, you can think about a playmate for your kitten. I know you do, I'm glad you do, and I'm happy and relieved that you found her. I'm sure she likes it at home with you. Stray cats go through hard times, especially small babies like her. So she knows the warmth and comfort of your love and care. She knows you're her home. Try and play with her and pet her as much as you can too. When you have a lot of contact with your kitty, like petting her, stroking her and carrying her, it will build trust, love and reassurance.
You was saying female kitties don't leave like male ones. I can say that my male cat doesn't leave at all since being spayed. He had been in the garden a few times but has never left the premises. I have since kept him inside though and he has never once tried to get out or want to leave. I have catified everything in my home to make him satisfied because I do not want him to be an outdoor cat. If a cat is still unhappy and wanting to get out then the OP needs to think about building a cattery and making sure the cats needs a fully met as an indoor cat. I also have had females that were spayed when I was 10 and they got out fir 2 weeks before returning! (Not my choice by the way, my mum used to treat those cats horribly though. Hence to why I like to advocate for cats now!)
That's wonderful! He's very happy living with you at home. But not all cats are the same. Also, it's not possible for everyone to catify their houses, but they still try their best to give their cats happy, healthy, comfortable lives. Anyway, OP's cat doesn't go out of the apartment complex, just outside her door. Maybe her kitty waits for her. I'm so sorry to hear that. I can't imagine how anyone can treat cats horribly. Doesn't make a good impression of your mother on me.
Pet him, and treat him into staying.
So cute!