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Friend,
Each cat is an individual with their own personality, behaviors, and needs. To protect cats and act in their best interest, it’s critical that we always keep that in mind. One of the most important factors to consider when helping cats is their comfort level around humans—also known as their level of socialization.
But determining how socialized a cat is can be tricky! Understanding the difference between a socialized and unsocialized cat, and all the variation in between, is essential to determine how to best protect and care for them.
That’s why you’ll want to check out and share Alley Cat Allies' in-depth resource: “The Cat Socialization Continuum: A Guide to Interactions Between Cats and Humans.”
This guide will open your eyes to expert information that must be a touchpoint for anyone who cares for or works with cats, including:
- Why domestication and socialization are not the same.
- The “Touch Barrier” concept for interacting with cats.
- The stories of cats and their unique points in the socialization continuum.
- The behaviors of socialized vs unsocialized cats.
- The 6 factors that influence a cat’s socialization.
- And how to turn all this knowledge into lifesaving action!
Please read this important guide and share it with your friends, family, local animal shelters, officials, and anyone and everyone who cares about cats and is committed to policies that save their lives.
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For the cats,
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Becky Robinson
President & Founder
Alley Cat Allies
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