How do you get a timid kitten to come to you?

Place some food treats near where you’re sitting, or put a bit of food on your finger, to try to entice her to approach you. If she approaches, allow her to lick the food off your finger. Resist the urge to reach out to pet or pick her up. This will scare her, which will only cause her to run and hide.

How do you attract a scared kitten?

Put food, a small litter box and a “den” in there with a blanket and a stuffed animal. If you don’t have a crate, keep the kitten in a small room. Make sure it’s “cat-proof” and block any entries to places she can hide (like under beds or dressers).

How long does it take to socialize a shy kitten?

Socializing Shy Cats Each step will need at least 3-5 sessions before progressing to the next step, and make sure the cat is 100\% comfortable before moving to the next level. The entire process can take anywhere from several weeks to more than a year…but it will all be worth it in the end!

How do I get my new kitten to come out of hiding?

Prop the door open so she can come out when she’s comfortable or retreat if she is spooked. Speak quietly in a happy tone of voice, encouraging her to come out. Fluffy may not hesitate to explore right away, or may not come out for hours. If she continues to hide, leave the room and come again in 30 minutes.

How do you lure a kitten out?

Leave out dry kitten food and clean water at all times. Place a transistor radio in the vicinity of the kittens, leaving it on low when you leave, so that the kittens acclimate to the sound of human voices. Allow the kittens to approach you, using the food as a lure, until you are able to reach out and pet one.

Why is my cat so shy around other people?

Shy cats may have lacked exposure to different people when they were kittens, especially between the ages of 2 to 7 weeks. Cats who have been exposed to different types of people may still feel afraid of certain kinds of people they haven’t come across often, such as children.

How to socialize a shy kitten?

The key to effective socialization of a shy kitten is patience and communication. Your kitty will talk to you with his ears, eyes, tail, fur, and his voice. If you need more information about cat communication and body language, you can read my guide here.

Why is my cat scared of people they don’t know?

It’s not uncommon for cats to be scared of people they don’t know. They may be affectionate and calm with their family but fearful when other people visit. There are several reasons for this, including: Lack of exposure. Shy cats may have lacked exposure to different people when they were kittens, especially between the ages of 2 to 7 weeks.

How do you get a shy cat to accept a visitor?

A gradual approach and rewards may help a shy cat. If possible, have a friend come over to play the part of a visitor. The goal is to reward your cat for staying calm in the presence of a stranger. Have your visitor start from a distance, then slowly get closer over several sessions.