How do you tame a stray cat?

How can I make a stray cat trust me?

Stacy recommends providing canned food on a dish near the cat. At each encounter, place the dish closer to you. Over time, you may be able to reach out your hand and touch the cat. She also recommends synthetic feline cheek pheromone spray to help the stray cat feel comfortable.

How do you earn a cats trust?

It may take up to 4 weeks for the cats to ultimately feel comfortable. The more feral the cat, the longer this process can take, as a less-socialized cat will take longer to bond to a new person and place.

How long does it take for stray cat to trust you?

Of course, the biggest and most obvious sign that a stray cat likes you is if the cat climbs up into your lap and goes to sleep. Being asleep is a dangerous and vulnerable state for a stray cat, so sleeping on your lap means the cat is starting to trust you completely.