@hiitsmekat: Day 6 - Today was a better day! Princess was still very skittish and easily spooked. But she hung around a bit more today 🥺 We also asked our neighbors to stop feeding her so we can hopefully get her to be a bit more dependent on us. They also let us know some interesting things about her life prior to us moving in. As always, I cannot thank you all enough for your support. I try to read every comment and respond to what I can. Your kind words and encouragement are so nice to see and it truly warms my heart ❤️ #straycat #straycatsoftiktok #catrescue #catdistributionsystem #princessthecat
worst case, heated cat house foe the winter incase you cant get her in before the season
2026-10-18 23:17:00
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Hi2TheMe :
You’re going to have to “trap” her by shutting the door behind her and then trying to get her into a room where she can stay for a few weeks until she calms down.
2026-10-19 01:30:55
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Amanda-Mandi-Bagel Mensch :
getting her in far enough and closing the door is probably the way to go in my opinion. less trauma for her. Good luck and I cant wait for Princess to be in her castle again.
2026-10-19 00:02:27
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mrtimmu67 :
If you want to close the door behind her, run a line from the outside of the door to somewhere that is concealed outside, so that you can close the door without having to go near it.
2026-10-18 23:29:44
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Shannon :
Those suggesting to close the door behind her… I wouldn’t until she is more comfortable in the house. My cat his terrified of everything and when we first moved to this house he was so stressed he was panting and hiding under the kitchen cabinets, he was literally terrified and that’s being with the two people he is comfortable with. I don’t think Princess would react very well to being shut in yet and it may harm your trust in the long run.
2026-10-18 23:36:19
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Elizabeth Noel Donovan :
She's thinking about it 😸
2026-10-19 22:16:44
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Cindy ❌ :
I look forward to your updates, I’m so invested in your journey ♥️♥️
2026-10-18 23:22:08
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jillian lee :
it took me 2 MONTHS to get my girl to trust me! she was completely feral and now she has a warm and loving home with her babies! You have made so much progress, please keep trying for Princess's sake!
2026-10-19 02:49:16
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Kehnara :
So cats bond with one person since the previous owner was male has your husband tried talking to her? If she’s used to a low male voice, the high voice might be what’s causing her not to come to you.
2026-10-18 23:34:30
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🐝Brooks💙 :
it wouldn't hurt to try some feliway to calm her.
2026-10-18 23:46:28
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✨ @mber ✨ :
She’s doing great- don’t trap her until you absolutely have to. She needs a few weeks of consistent safety around you.
2026-10-19 02:59:41
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Guilty pleasure :
Patience is your best option
2026-10-18 23:34:56
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McCinnimom 🇨🇦 :
Might I suggest a nice cat tree right by the door? One with a cubby or two, something familiar and a safe place to hide in if she comes in further.
2026-10-18 23:50:04
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Deb@⚖️💙🏳️🌈🇺🇦🫶🏼🐾🪺🌻🎣 :
One thing you could try is just talking to her, if you know her previous owner you can use his name. Tell her how sorry you are that she lost him and explain to her what happened to him and that someday she will see him again and until then you and your family would be honored to love her and take care of her 🙂 Cats are brilliant and I don’t care what anyone says they understand! Good luck 🫶🏼
2026-10-19 02:19:43
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beth47111 :
Took me 5 weeeks to get a strays trust to capture n take to the vet eventually, it’s very stressing but rewarding when you get there which you will definitely xxx
2026-10-19 09:21:09
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Kallie Renee :
I had a similar situation with a little kitten that was left under our shed. My opinion - get a heated cat house - post your venmo so people can donate. If she won't come inside by the time it gets cold out, that is. Also, she is beautiful and you are doing great!! Anyway, this is my baby we found under our shed who is now a full time indoor cat and he couldn't be happier or more spoiled 🥰
2026-10-19 00:20:08
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🫧Bubbles🦋Bewitched✨ :
Princess is such a smart girl.✨ You’re doing great. Sending love and patience💖
2026-10-19 00:06:18
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Michaela Evans :
Thank you for helping her ❤️
2026-10-20 05:19:09
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CheekyChonkie :
If you trap her inside, she will be scared, but she will adjust. Just make sure she has places up high, and places to hide and she will come round.
2026-10-20 11:31:48
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Johnp :
i noticed you have a backyard. is it possible for your husband to come round from the back once she's on the porch so she feels her escape route is to go in the house, then he can come and close the door behind her. otherwise just keep doing what you're doing, keep moving the bowl further and further inside, even going so far as to put it on the other side of the room and make sure she sees you do it, then walk away.
2026-10-19 13:18:41
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Jess :
You’re doing great Kat!
2026-10-19 22:40:02
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Dawn :
Aww your doing a great job,👍🥰x
2026-10-19 16:03:09
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joannhoward6 :
I’m soooo happy for you both !!
2026-10-19 14:21:20
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donnajhall0 :
Can you sit close by where she can se you as she comes in to eat? Or will she not come in if youre there?
2026-10-19 11:30:35
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