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HOW CAN I TRAP A FERAL CAT?

I have a feral cat that I took into my home almost 4 yrs ago. I cannot touch her although she comes fairly close to me. I am moving and have bought a have a heart cage to catch her in. I put all the treats and foods she likes inside and would you believe she is so smart that she stays outside of it and screams. I have been given by my local vet tranquilizers and they do not do anything, put in her food. I need help please! My vet says he cannot give me anything stronger and I do not want to leave her in the house I am leaving.

Your help will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks, Diane, New York, NY

Dear Diane:

You have three options,

1- Give the trap more time- over time it may seem less threatening and if you withhold any other sustenance other than what is in the trap, she may ultimately venture in.

2-Increase the dosage of the tranquilizer- double what you have been given and hide it in a small quantity of food. If she is reluctant to eat it, do not offer any other alternatives.

3- Call your local animal regulation or fire department to try to snare her with a net.

Good Luck!!
Dr. B

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