Cats can appear cute and affectionate, but don't underestimate them. If they feel in danger they can be fast, agile and dangerous with their sharp claws and teeth. A squirming or scratching cat can be really hard to catch, and if you try to catch it the wrong way, you can get hurt. Here are some tips for safely catching a wayward kitten.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Convince the Cat
Step 1. Study the cat well
It's your cat? Is it that of a friend? A stray? Does it seem like he gets close or does he squeal at you and make his hair stand on end? If the cat seems well disposed towards you, see if you can calm him down and get closer.
Step 2. Put food where the cat can see it
If you can, use something you know the cat likes. If you don't know what they like, try cat food, milk, or small pieces of meat or fish.
Step 3. Walk away and wait for the cat to come over to try the food
Don't get too close, but let the cat be aware of your presence. Let him eat and get used to you.
Step 4. Call him politely
If you know its name, use it. Scratch the ground and offer him some more food on your hand.
Step 5. Let the cat come to you
Do not make sudden movements as it approaches. Let me sniff your hand and take the food.
Step 6. Get the cat
Take it from the stomach and butt. Move confidently and calmly, fast but without sudden movements. He always supports the weight under his butt. Watch out for his claws and teeth, and keep him away from you if he starts getting angry.
Step 7. Wrap the cat in a towel
If the cat seems hostile or nervous, or if you have to take the cat where it doesn't want to go (in the car, in a carrier, for a bath, etc.), take a larger towel to wrap it. Your cat won't like it, so wrap it up tightly to make sure it can't free its paws to attack you with its claws.
Step 8. Calm the cat
Hold it tight and talk softly to it until it relaxes.
Method 2 of 3: Outsmart the Cat
Step 1. Get ready
If there is no hope that you will be able to lure the cat with good luck, you will need to take precautions to avoid being injured. Wear warm clothes, grab some towels, and ask friends to help you.
Step 2. Lock the outputs
Try to get your cat into a room or space with no exits or furniture to hide under. Close the doors or let some friends check the exits.
Step 3. Take the cat to a corner
Slowly approach with your friends until you have taken him to a corner. Attention! Cats, like all animals, are more dangerous when placed in a corner. He may be trying to escape between your legs, so stand low with the towels in front of you.
Step 4. Feint and capture
Ask your friend to make a sudden movement to distract the cat as you approach and securely catch him in the towel or blanket.
Step 5. Put the cat in an empty pillowcase
Make sure it's a fine fabric that lets the cat breathe. Leave it there for a minute to calm down before trying to move it or free it in a carrier.
Method 3 of 3: Trap the Cat
Step 1. Take your trap
If the cat is a stray, consider getting a professional trap, which you can get at dedicated stores. If, on the other hand, you are trying to catch a domestic cat, a pet carrier is enough.
Step 2. Dress up your trap
Either way, put some food on the back of the trap so the cat has to enter the cage to eat.
Step 3. Hide and wait
If you are using a pet carrier you will need to be hidden, but close enough to be able to close the door in a couple of seconds. If you are using a professional trap, you can leave the area and come back every so often to see if it worked.
Step 4. Let the cat fully enter the cage
Don't scare him before he's fully entered the eating trap.
Step 5. Quickly close the trap
Move quickly and close the door behind the cat. It is best if you use thick gloves, as the cat may try to scratch you through the bars. If you use a professional trap outside, it should automatically close once the cat presses on a pressure plate.
