'I’d like to keep him but the issue is that he is so scared': After showing up in a pawrent's backyard, a once-fearful kitten learns that home can mean hugs, safety, and second chances

It started, as these things often do, with a meow from the backyard. After a week of persistent crying, a tiny stray kitten finally wandered inside this hooman's kitchen and decided to stay. Clearly, the Cat Distribution System had made another perfect delivery. The two resident cats welcomed the newcomer immediately, which is rare as cats never agree on anything.

Three weeks later, this new addition is playful, curious, and already ruling the house with tiny paws. He's still not sure about the hoomans, though. The moment his new pawrent moves too close, he bolts faster than a cat seeing the vacuum. Yet in his quiet moments, half-asleep and cozy, he allows a few precious pets before remembering he's supposed to be suspicious.

Now, it's time for the first big milestone: the vet visit. Getting him into a carrier might feel like a mission impossible, but patience and a few tasty bribes will do the trick. After all, trust takes time, and this little one has already taken the first brave step toward his forever home.

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Food is the fastest way to a feline’s heart! Try hand-feeding a few tasty bites. With patience, that shy little kitty will trust you in no time.
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Sometimes the best way to earn a cat’s trust is to quite literally see the world from their point of view. Get down on their level, offer a few slow blinks, and let the friendship bloom.
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