Reply #7: I don't think the junk yard cat has PTSD -- [View All]

her first home was with a bunch of scientists -- and they didn't take the time to train her not to use her claws. As far as my neighbors know she was never mistreated -- but since the staff was constantly changing the cat didn't have one person she could own. Now she has a staff of two humans to obey her every command.

Kittens will use their claws inappropriately and must be taught to keep their claws sheathed during play with humans.

Cornell University has done some interesting cat behavior research. They've found that some cats are just wild and have a wild streak -- no matter their early environment. Other cats are naturally domesticated even if they begin life in a feral colony.