We did a thorough research on how stray cats behave, their natural habits and where they live.
Stray cats usually stay under the void deck, watching people walking past as they position themselves in a relative distance.
By 08 55, the morning warmth arises and they enjoyed the proximity with no humans around.
At 18 00, they stationed close to their feeding area, waiting for cat watchers to give them food.
Habitats
Cats are commonly found under void decks.
They enjoy staying under void decks because of the warmth, comfort, subsistence, amenities and support.
Cats enjoy freedom. The areas where cats are mostly found in bushes, inside ground gutter, pillars, ledges, around the curb, around the bicycle, under or on a car, under the tree, on the grass and around the stairs.
Cat Hangouts
Hills - takes long and undisturbed naps in the afternoon
Between Cars - cool air - shade with cool breeze under carriage of cars
Closer - imitation - position against pillars with other cats, defense bubble to one lone cat
Underground in drains - mysterious tunnels for cats to roam
Bushes - hiding from people
Parked bicycles - 'foliage' of wheels - 'disappear' natural fence - enjoy wind and light
Under Vehicles - 2.15PM
Bottom of Hill - shades - breezy, gentle wind > ideal
Mezzanine - sleeps in awkward and funny positions, highground and cooling
Feeding - close proximity to feeding area, fed 3-4 times, watch perimeter
Behaviours
Social animals -they trust easily when treated well since birth, cats like to rub against human for reassurance, mixing smell with humans is vital function during social interaction
Territory - feels secure by marking their territory by spraying urine/scratch, difficulty in adapting to environment, scratching serves as a sign of confidence/statement of identity
Fitness and Hunting - specially adapted to se better at lower light levels
Feeding - eats little and often, opportunistic feeders
Sleeping - comfortable lying on surfaces that are heated (too hot for humans)
In this survey, we asked people on Instagram about their opinions and thoughts on how people treat stray cats and the reason why there injured.
