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How to trap a sick, shy feral cat for vet treatment without a trap?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Feral | Female

hello, therrs this sick feral cat i want to trap for a vet treatment but unfortunately it keeps running away when i try to feed it. any tips on how i can successfully trap a feral cat? also, i dont own any cat traps so is there any way i can trap a cat with basic cat food/cat carrier?

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Answered By Jessica Keay, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 16th, 2019

I am sorry to hear about your frustrations with this kitty. I don't think you are likely to be able to trap her with a normal cat carrier if she is this shy as she will likely run as you approach it. I would see if there is a local rescue group or animal shelter in your area that has traps they use for this issue. You can read more about ideas to help capture these kitties at https://www.alleycat.org/community-cat-care/tips-for-hard-to-trap-cats/

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