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Can Feral Kittens and Cats be Tamed?

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Can Feral Kittens and Cats be Tamed?

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Feral kittens can usually be tamed if they are rescued young enough AND they are socialized properly. Feral kittens should begin their socialization as young as possible. When trapping feral kittens outdoors, its ideal to rescue them at 4-5 weeks of age. At this age, they can usually be taught quickly how to eat on their own and socialize fairly quickly (from several days to a couple of weeks). In general, the younger the kittens are when first socialized, the better the chances are that they will not be fearful of people. These kittens typically become wonderful, loving pets. Feral kittens should be placed in adoptive homes soon after socialization because some feral kittens, especially those captured at an older age, tend to bond with one person. Kittens who are 7-8 weeks or older who have had little or no physical or social contact with humans can rarely be completely domesticated, although some younger ones may be partially tamed with patience. Sometimes older feral kittens or youn

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