Injured stray cat sad, hiding, scratching indoors. What can I do?

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Hi, took a stray in as she had a gash on her leg (this is a stray cat that I often feed and is familiar with me). She needed stitches and they told me to keep her inside for seven days. She seems very sad, keeps hiding under the couch and today she began scratching. What can I do?

Britni Miller, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thank you for helping her out! Some cats do prefer the outdoors and can be a little depressed when kept indoors. I would recommend getting her some toys and a scratching post. You can get different surfaces for the scratching post and some come with cat nip to attract the cat even more. There are lots of different toys to choose from. Get a variety. There are also interactive toys that dispense treats as the cat plays. This may keep her busy and brighten her spirits. Good luck!

Injured stray cat sad, hiding, scratching indoors. What can I do?

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