My new cat hides constantly. How do I socialize a very shy cat?

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My friend was given a cat that apparently was really an outside cat. It will allow it to pet her in the morning sometimes when it is behind the toilet. And only sometimes does it come in the bathroom in the mornings. The rest of the time it is hiding and will not come out at all from the rest of the house until she goes to bed. She has had it for 2 months and does not know what to do with it. She has had lots of cats and she knows that this cat is not normal. She cannot let it outside.

Dr. Davis · Accepted Answer

If this was a semi feral cat it may take many months to years for it to come out and be social. Some cats enjoy being pet when they are eating, and some don’t like to be handled at all. She needs to be patient and not push. Gradually the cat will feel more secure and confident and Hopefully will want to be around people. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you get answers to your veterinary questions.

My new cat hides constantly. How do I socialize a very shy cat?

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