A cat in my neighbourhood has been abandoned by his elderly owner, so he has taken up residence on my deck. This has gone on for about 6 months and during this time, I've been trying to get him used to remaining indoors. I bring him in at night and try to only let him out for a couple of hours a day - when he drives me crazy by sitting in front of the door!
A new complex manager came by 2 weeks ago and told me to get rid of the cat or he will evict - he has also threatened a woman down the road who has 3 cats, and 2 other tenants that have very well behaved, quiet dogs. My response to his threat is to find another place to live and take the cat with me. I refuse to abandon this cat and if he stays here, I have no doubt that he will meet a tragic end.
The cat appears to be about 10 years old and part Himalayan. I hope to take him to the vet in the next week or so but I have been feeding him daily, brushing him and he uses his scratch pads and toys very well. He is litter trained but will only use it if he must - he prefers to go outside.
I am going to move and very soon and I want to train him to stay inside now so the move will be easier. I realize that he might be less stir crazy if I somehow make him a window seat or a small cat enclosure on the patio. Has anyone used a ready made enclosure and how did it work? Does anyone have any tips on how to keep him inside and happy?
Thanks.
A new complex manager came by 2 weeks ago and told me to get rid of the cat or he will evict - he has also threatened a woman down the road who has 3 cats, and 2 other tenants that have very well behaved, quiet dogs. My response to his threat is to find another place to live and take the cat with me. I refuse to abandon this cat and if he stays here, I have no doubt that he will meet a tragic end.
The cat appears to be about 10 years old and part Himalayan. I hope to take him to the vet in the next week or so but I have been feeding him daily, brushing him and he uses his scratch pads and toys very well. He is litter trained but will only use it if he must - he prefers to go outside.
I am going to move and very soon and I want to train him to stay inside now so the move will be easier. I realize that he might be less stir crazy if I somehow make him a window seat or a small cat enclosure on the patio. Has anyone used a ready made enclosure and how did it work? Does anyone have any tips on how to keep him inside and happy?
Thanks.