Sweet Black Cat Sweetly Picks His Home...

Stray dogs and cats have to fend for themselves for their daily needs. Food and shelter are often in short supply, but sometimes the kindness of strangers helps these animals survive. In some cases, these fur babies even find their forever families. This black cat was getting daily feedings from a home and started feeling so comfortable there that he invited himself in to stay.

The TikTok from @zoewitholi featured the black kitty relaxing quite comfortably on a bed with his head nestled against a pillow. The furry feline looked like he owned the place and was enjoying his daily lie-down in his house rather than a cat who made the most of an open door. "Accidentally left my front door open and came back to see the stray cat I feed every day sleeping on my bed," the onscreen text explained. The sweet cat was in no hurry to get up or cut his chill time short. He was completely at peace and obviously felt safe and welcome. Followers immediately noted that the cat was there to stay. "I don't know why you’re calling this kitty a stray? It’s obviously your baby," someone pointed out. "He’s yours now — sorry, I don’t make the rules," one remarked. "Your stray is now a stay," a follower posted. "He picked you — black cats are the best," another commented. >>> How Stray Cats Bond With People... Stray cats form attachments with people when certain factors are present, such as: Early Experiences: A stray kitten who is socialized at a young age is more likely to bond with humans than an adult stray cat. Consistency: Daily feeding or providing other needs like shelter from extreme weather, blankets, toys, etc., creates a routine that stray cats come to trust. Positive Interactions: Gentle petting and attention can attract a stray cat who has a social personality. >>> Signs of a stray cat developing an attachment to a human include frequent visits, soft purring or meowing, getting physically close like rubbing up against you or sleeping nearby, and having a calm demeanor in your presence. It's hard to tell who picked who first, but it's clear that this black cat is no longer a stray. --- Parade Pets.