Although I am a dog person by nature, I love all animals. I have a feral kitty that I have taken care of outside for nine years. She was never one to want to be petted...just a food thing (hey, I’m a realist,lol.)
I did all I could to convert her to an inside kitty during those 9 years to no avail. About 7 months ago, a couple of months prior to the “last of the pack” ancient pup’s death, she moved inside. I was, and still am, somewhat shocked.
Even more shocking, she has become very affectionate and I find her to be really smart. How in the heck does she know what “no” means? lol Never makes a mess or causes havoc.
She shows no interest in being outside...AT ALL. I guess things had to be her idea...not mine. I guess things could always revert back so I’ll just go with her flow.
I guess what I’m sayin’ is, it is possible for a feral to make the conversion. (even with a dog person)
I love that story. Your kitty had her own timetable and no one was going to rush her!
Cats ARE extremely smart. My last cat knew exactly what “no” meant. If he was getting ready to jump on a counter, I would look him in the eye and say “No” quietly but firmly. He would proceed to backtalk me a little, LOL:
“No.” “MEOW!” “No.” “MEOW!” No.”
But 99.8% of the time, he listened.