How to raise a stray cat: hot topics and practical guides on the Internet
In the past 10 days, the topic of rescuing and raising stray cats has become a hot topic on social media. Especially after winter, many netizens are concerned about how to scientifically care for stray kittens. This article will combine hot topics from across the internet to provide a structured guide for caring people who want to help little stray cats.
1. Top 5 popular stray cat topics on the Internet (last 10 days)

| Ranking | topic | amount of discussion | core concerns |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Winter Stray Cat Survival Challenge | 285,000 | Cold protection measures/food calories |
| 2 | Kitten First Aid Manual | 192,000 | Hypothermia Management/Dehydration Symptoms |
| 3 | Stray cat adoption process | 157,000 | Physical examination precautions/socialization training |
| 4 | Low-cost cat raising solutions | 123,000 | Substitute products/affordable nutritional mix |
| 5 | Prevention of common diseases between humans and cats | 98,000 | Flea treatment/human and animal transmission routes |
2. Basic feeding process (staged guide)
| stage | time period | mission critical | Essential items |
|---|---|---|---|
| first aid period | 0-3 days | Body temperature maintenance/parasite check | Electric blanket, external anthelmintics |
| adaptation period | 4-14 days | Establish eating routine/environment familiarity | Kitten milk cake, cat litter box |
| stable period | 15 days+ | Vaccine Program/Socialization Training | Cat bag, cat teasing stick |
3. Comparison of nutrition plans (select according to budget)
| budget level | Staple food recommendation | Average monthly expenses | Things to note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economical | Homemade cat rice + goat milk powder | 80-120 yuan | Need to add taurine |
| Standard type | Imported kitten food | 200-300 yuan | Pay attention to transitional food changes |
| Optimal type | Canned staple food + freeze-drying | 500 yuan+ | Pay attention to tooth cleaning |
4. Answers to high-frequency questions (suggestions from pet doctors)
Q: What should I do if I find a kitten with unopened eyes?
A: First, gently wipe the eye area with a cotton ball soaked in warm water, 3-4 times a day. If the eyes are still open after 48 hours, seek medical attention.
Q: How to solve resistance to drinking milk?
A: Try to adjust the milk temperature to 38°C (close to the body temperature of the female cat), and slowly inject it from the corner of the mouth with a needle, no more than 2ml each time.
Q: How can I appease someone who keeps shouting at night?
A: Place a doll with a heartbeat in the nest, wrap a hot water bottle in old clothes (be careful to prevent scalding), and keep the environment semi-dark.
5. Long-term care suggestions
1.vaccine schedule: Cats should be vaccinated with triple dose for the first time at 45 days of age, with boosters every 21 days. It is recommended to vaccinate rabies vaccine after 3 months of age.
2.Time for sterilization: Recommended for female cats to be 6-8 months old and for male cats to be 8-10 months old (need to reach the weight limit)
3.behavioral training: Use positive motivation method, stop wrong behavior on the spot but do not punish corporally
6. Love reminder
Rescuing stray cats requires continuous responsibility. If they cannot be kept for a long time, it is recommended to find adopters through formal channels. At present, 73 cities across the country have opened stray animal adoption platforms, which can be connected through local animal protection associations.
(Note: The statistical period of the data in this article is November 1-10, 2023, and the sources include topic lists on Weibo, Douyin, Zhihu and other platforms)
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