My "Wild" 8 week old kitten (kittens, food, house)
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I've read a few posts on here, but they seem to be referring to feral kittens only. I got a kitten a few days ago from my Uncle that was born to a stray in his barn. She is a gorgeous cat and is very playful, however she only likes me when I give her food or play with her. I can't even walk past her without her hissing and running back under the bed. I have another cat who she seems to be getting along with, it is just us humans that she's not very fond of. What can I do to have her warm up to me??
Give her some time to adjust...she's probably not very used to humans so doesn't yet understand that they can be trusted. Keep playing interactive games with her, it will help strengthen the bond, and she'll warm up soon! Also, give her some treats and talk to her in a soft, soothing voice, and approach her slowly and without any sudden movement...be "fluid", like a cat. You can also give her the "love eyes", which is a long blink. She'll warm up...hang in there and be patient, I know it can be hard, but it'll happen!
I agree with luvmycat and catman. It will take a little time. Barn cats aren't exactly feral, but they aren't exactly like cats who live in a house with people either. The fact that your kitten will play with you is a good sign.
Try to spend time with her without play or food or other kitties. Like sit on the floor and watch TV, don't pay attention to her, don't look at her and see if slowly she aproaches you. And if she does approach keep ignoring her, maybe talk softly, no sudden movements. Be calm. It's good to do this at a time when she's calm too, like in the middle of the day. I know my cats' crazy/play-with-each-other time is at night and during the day they sleep. The more you have these calm moments with her (when there are no distractions or other kitties) the more she'll understand you mean no harm. And she'll start approaching you more on her own.
She's a baby and taking time to adjust....some cats are more naturally skittish (I imagine this is probably a pretty good survival trait) but I think she will come around if you give her some time, like the others said, and don't force anything or do anything to scare her more.
I also think it is a cool sign that she plays with you; keep it up!
I've read a few posts on here, but they seem to be referring to feral kittens only. I got a kitten a few days ago from my Uncle that was born to a stray in his barn. She is a gorgeous cat and is very playful, however she only likes me when I give her food or play with her. I can't even walk past her without her hissing and running back under the bed. I have another cat who she seems to be getting along with, it is just us humans that she's not very fond of. What can I do to have her warm up to me??
Log on to "My Cat From Hell". Jackson Galaxy is amazing with cats and he has a show on AP.
I think your kitten will be fine, but it never hurts to learn more abour cat behavior.
What J-CityRelo said above (post #5)! That's the way to go about it!
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