One unhappy, but warm kitty!

[Purr-tender]

He's not interested in anything right now but getting out! He is such a sweet, handsome boy. I knew when winter came that I would have to figure something out for him. I'd love to make him an inside kitty so I won't have to worry about him anymore.

[blue]

Erp has escaped outside many time in sub zero temps and has allways been fine overnight or for a few days. Animals allways seem to find someplace warm, with Erp its likely under the house, with my parents cats its likely under the shed or the basement window wells.

[Purr-tender]

You know, I know that's true. But, I am such a mother hen. I need to know where my babies are and that they are safe.

[blue]

Erp hasnt spent much time outside this winter so less worrying for me. Erp was born and found outside and has become a decent indoor winter kitty, she dives out the window in the summer. Maybe with time Wilson will too.

[Laura's Babies]

Poor kitty. Sounds like you are in for a l-o-n-g night..

I can't believe how cold it is going to be in Ohio tonight! Now THAT'S COLD!!!!!!

[Purr-tender]

I just checked my WeatherBug and the wind chill is -15. Brrrrr!! I'll probably let Wilson out tomorrow afternoon. The only problem is I'm afraid he'll be leery of me since I've held him captive.

[Emeraldgreen]

I'm so glad you've got Wilson inside tonight. I'm sure being warm feels good but maybe he's just so scared of the newness of being indoors that he must be overwhelmed. I bet if he had a place inside to 'hide' he would feel less exposed. Do you have a box that you could put on it's side and maybe throw a towel over it? He might find it safe in there.
And he may have never heard music before but maybe some soft gentle music might calm him a bit.
And then of course, food, food, food. LOL
Maybe special treats like tuna juice or deli meat to distract him.
Hopefully he'll settle in within a few hours and then he might not want to ever leave.

[Purr-tender]

Lara, I've had him inside since around 3 this afternoon. I've tried everything you suggested except the music. Usually, he is such a grub. If I don't put his food out in the morning when he thinks I should he's pawing at the door reminding me! This evening he ignored his plate. He did finally eat after the rest of my crew were done. He'll settle down for a little while, then I hear him crying again. He's used to some of my "kids" since I have 4 that go in and out during the day. So, I think his main problem is just being in a foreign environment. Like you said he's probably overwhelmed by it. I tried isolating him in the bathroom but that made him worse.

Gentle hugs to my boy!
Mary

[Pinot's Mom]

Ah, I know it's tough, but the crying will subside - go to sleep!

As the Mommie of more than one (over the years) outdoor (and mixed indoor, as well as totally indoor) kitty - they will adapt! Remember, they are safe, fed, watered, and healthy. RELAX!