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Whats the best way to tame some kittens2007-11-25 12:29:51

My neighbor has 2 kittens that just came to his house, they are about 5-6 months old and very skinny. He has not been feeding them, and he said he throws things at them trying to get them leave but I told him I would take them so I went down there with food and I did pet one of them just a little bit but everytime I would try to pick him up he would start to growl and then run away. Now I dont really want these cats but my neighbor has said he is going to shoot them if I cant get them in a few days. How can I get them to hurry up and tame down so I can get them, I am hoping I can find them a home or maybe keep one. Anybody have any suggestions on how I should do this? I've tried food and getting down on my hands and knees and talking sweet to them. Any suggestions would be very helpful thanks. Oh and we dont have any pet shelters around here that will come out cause we dont live in the city.

Answers:

The best way is to get a small carrier, put food inside. Let them go in and out a few times then if you can get them both at once, all the better.

They will be vocal but be patient. They have already been abused. Start by letting them out in one of your bathrooms, have food and a litter box. Also have a pillow and whatever you need to be comfortable (book etc). Just sit in there with them for a while without attempting to approach them. Leave them in there with water when you need to leave. Have toys for them.

When you are able to return and spend time again, bring the food and put it closer to you. If you keep this up for a day or two, they will find that you aren't going to harm them. Then you may be able to allow them into another room as well. At first they may hide under the bed or something. This has worked many times for my sister who takes in strays all the time. Thank goodness there are people like you and my sister that take the time to rescue animals from abuse. Best of luck to you.

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It will take time to tame him but keep petting him and feeding him and he will learn to trust you and that your not going to hurt him.

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Awww that is sad. I have a cat that I got when he was a small kitten and he was abused. He is still very timid but not mean at all. I would just try giving the little kitties love and hopefully they will come around and begin to trust you. They might always be a little hesitant but I'm sure if you give them enough love and attention they will come around!

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well it might help if you put some cat food into a bowl and set it right next to you. Just sit there really really still. The kittens should come and eat if your being really still. Kittens HATE lots of movement. Also speak softly to the kittens, DON'T do ANYTHING with them unless your down at there height.

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There is no "hurry up and tame" when it comes to kittens that are a little older and not socialized well. Are the kittens inside or outside? Set up a bathroom or room in your house with food, water, litter, etc. and then go get the cats and quickly put them in a carrier then put them in the room. They will not be happy and it will take a lot of time to get them socialized to you, but they are worth your persistence. Do whatever you can just to get them away from your neighbor if he's willing to give them over to you. Protect your hands if you have to. Once you have them, spend as much time as you can with them, talking with them, just letting them get used to you and your sound and your smell. Put a blanket or something in there that you have slept on or worn so they can smell you. Talk softly to them, don't make a lot of noise if you can help it and don't make any fast movements for a while. If you have patience, it will pay off.

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there is no magic way. put food out there for them then throw a blanket or towel on them.this will slow them down enough to catch them,