What health and behavior issues do stray and feral cats face?

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What are the different problems that stray and feral cats may face? How does going from pet to stray impact the cats health and behavior? What are the effects on a wild felines health and behavior from birth to adulthood?

Jenny, DVM · Accepted Answer

Feral cats and strays have to find their food and fight for territory. They are more prone to disease such as FeLV and FIV or abscesses from this. They have to find their own shelter and protection from the weather changes and elements which is harder on younger and small cats than mature, adults.

What health and behavior issues do stray and feral cats face?

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