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What should I do if a cat runs away when it sees its owner approaching?

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This article is provided by Veterinarian Dr. Lucas Davis
Cats run away when they see their owners approaching. This is mostly because they are not very close to their owners, especially cats that have just arrived in a new home. Therefore, at this time, the owner must find ways to build trust with the cat, such as playing and interacting with the cat more, luring the cat with snacks or toys, etc. In addition, if the owner has beaten and scolded the cat before, the cat will not dare to approach the owner. Therefore, the owner should also pay attention to propriety when educating the cat to prevent the cat from holding a grudge.

1. Play and interact with the cat more

If the cat is new to the home, because it is unfamiliar with the new environment and its owner, it will be nervous and fearful, and thus avoid its owner. At this time, the owner needs to spend more time every day playing with the cat and petting the cat, so that the cat can become familiar with the owner and not be afraid of animals.

2. Use snacks or toys to lure

Cats are naughty and delicious, so owners can prepare some snacks and toys that cats like to play with, and slowly build up the relationship. The trust between the cat and the cat will lead to the cat becoming close to the owner over time.

3. Do not beat or scold the cat

If the owner has ever beaten or scolded the cat, causing a shadow in the cat's heart, the cat will not dare to approach the owner. Therefore, it is recommended that owners never hit their cat when it makes a mistake, and do not scold it too much to prevent the cat from holding a grudge. Only by treating the cat gently will the cat slowly come closer to you.