dragon2 2 #1 December 28, 2010 So, this afternoon this itty bitty cat walked into my house. I live in an apartment building, it was in front of my door when I opened it. No idea who it belongs to. The door to the apartment building was closed at that time. It's quite cold here ATM, snow on the ground, and it's dark out now. I tried putting the cat outside but it acts like an indoor cat, with no clue where to go, and passing cars elicit much interest. Brought it back in... My own 2 cats don't seem to like this one much (growl at first sight LOL), so I put it in the hallway/kitchen for the time being. It seems to be able to open doors though It's friendly if slightly nervous towards me, a people cat for sure. Now, do I kick it out or keep it for now? ciel bleu, Saskia Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaH 0 #2 December 28, 2010 Keep it for now and put up a 'found cat' flyer. Be yourself! MooOOooOoo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #3 December 28, 2010 Don't kick it out, it will more than likely die. If you aren't willing to find it a home or give it a home, take it to a shelter. You might put the word out to your neighbors. Although it was more than likely dumped, it is possible that it was a Chrismas pet that escaped. If you are willing to give it a try, there are various techniques to intorduce it to your current housemates. Basically you keep them in seperate areas, but switch them back and forth so they can get used to the other's scent. After a short while, they will be curious enough about who is making the scent to forget about the territory issues."There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 226 #4 December 28, 2010 Tie him in the position of all four legs straight out. Put him in th freezer (Don't forget to hook his tail- usually about 1/2 way through the freezing) when he is 75% frozen, insert a coat hanger into the furr where it cannot be seen Hang on back of any door for two days door. Rigormortis will take over and in 2 days you have a brand new coat rack. I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 2 #5 December 28, 2010 QuoteIt seems to be able to open doors though I'd keep it away from the computer, then. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #6 December 28, 2010 Awww, don't put it outside in the snow. It'd be great if you could put up a few flyers as suggested and wait to see if someone calls. Just think of the cats growling at each other as free entertainment. She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dgskydive 0 #7 December 28, 2010 QuoteThe door to the apartment building was closed at that time Happened to me last year. If the door to your building was closed. I bet ya its a neighbors. Put up a sign in your building. They will claim it. Hell when I did, the chick that owned the cat, baked me cookies AND gave me a 100.00 gift certificate to Best Buy.Dom Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 226 #8 December 28, 2010 QuoteQuoteIt seems to be able to open doors though I'd keep it away from the computer, then. Why? He can't open Windows . . Bud dump Dump CrashI'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 2 #9 December 28, 2010 Quote Quote Quote It seems to be able to open doors though I'd keep it away from the computer, then. Why? He can't open Windows . . Bud dump Dump Crash Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shah269 0 #10 December 28, 2010 Quote Hell when I did, the chick that owned the cat, baked me cookies AND gave me a 100.00 gift certificate to Best Buy. Now that's nice! Nah keep the little guy! It's good karma! Life through good thoughts, good words, and good deeds is necessary to ensure happiness and to keep chaos at bay. The only thing that falls from the sky is birdshit and fools! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyrider 0 #11 December 28, 2010 Quote Keep it for now and put up a 'found cat' flyer. Exactly...too many Ferals out there already, and owner is obviously in the building........ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LuckyMcSwervy 0 #12 December 28, 2010 Don't forget to start making some calls to local vets, shelters, etc. and ask if anyone's reported the kitty missing and also ask if they have the scanner so they can check to see if kitty is microchipped, tattooed, etc.Always be kinder than you feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LuckyMcSwervy 0 #13 December 28, 2010 Oh, and go to HomeAgain.com and sign up to get the Missing Pet emails for the pets who are microchipped and registered. If their parents report them missing an alert email in generated, sometimes with a pic of the missing pet.Always be kinder than you feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LuckyMcSwervy 0 #14 December 28, 2010 Quote It's quite cold here ATM, snow on the ground, and it's dark out now. I can't believe no one jumped on this... Always be kinder than you feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 226 #15 December 28, 2010 All kittying asideThe local animal control will/should come out and they have a mobile scanner with them(usually) and will check for ownership for free(usually) I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 226 #16 December 28, 2010 Quote Quote It's quite cold here ATM, snow on the ground, and it's dark out now. I can't believe no one jumped on this... Your mind is in the gutter today . . . wanna come over?I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LuckyMcSwervy 0 #17 December 28, 2010 Quote All kittying asideThe local animal control will/should come out and they have a mobile scanner with them(usually) and will check for ownership for free(usually) Bravo!! And thanks for that information. I didn't know that was offered!! Good to know!! Always be kinder than you feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LuckyMcSwervy 0 #18 December 28, 2010 Quote Quote Quote It's quite cold here ATM, snow on the ground, and it's dark out now. I can't believe no one jumped on this... Your mind is in the gutter today . . . wanna come over? LOL!! I'm operating today under the assumption that I'm contagious.Always be kinder than you feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LuckyMcSwervy 0 #19 December 28, 2010 Quote So, this afternoon this itty bitty cat walked into my house. Always be kinder than you feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dragon2 2 #20 December 28, 2010 Close enough ciel bleu, Saskia Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyrider 0 #21 December 28, 2010 Quote Quote It's quite cold here ATM, snow on the ground, and it's dark out now. I can't believe no one jumped on this... I was going to, but figured it a too mellow thread ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LuckyMcSwervy 0 #22 December 28, 2010 Wow! I'll say!! What a sweet little baby. I bet she's glad you were kind enough to take her in until she's reunited with her family. Wish there were more people like you!! Always be kinder than you feel. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyrider 0 #23 December 28, 2010 Quote Close enough Must be the breed, they are just too friendly, I had one get in my house a few weeks ago, I have a fence, and two dogs, but it was behind my couch, when I puled the couch out, expecting the dogs had a rat or mouse cornered, I couldn't believ it was a cat, it dove for me for protection from the dogs! Turned out the owner lives two house down from me! He is lucky my dogs din;t get ahold of it...allowing cats to wonder is fuckin stupid... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dragon2 2 #24 December 28, 2010 Quote Just think of the cats growling at each other as free entertainment. I'm more afraid it would be free FOOD Little kitty vs. big Maine Coon. Well, maybe the Coon can get lucky It's a cute little thing. But I can't keep it anyway, I have a small apartment and 2 big cats (a Coon and a Weggie). I'll start making some calls tomorrow, she (?) can sleep here tonight ciel bleu, Saskia Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shah269 0 #25 December 28, 2010 Quoteallowing cats to wonder is fuckin stupid... Look you don't allow a cat to do anything. They do what they want and if you are ok with it than great. if not well too bad.Life through good thoughts, good words, and good deeds is necessary to ensure happiness and to keep chaos at bay. The only thing that falls from the sky is birdshit and fools! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
