A gorgeous cat has started showing up at my dad’s house over 300 miles away. After a few weeks, we’ve determined he’s a stray (no microchip, sleeps outside in a bush, no neighbours know who he belongs to and no response to posts on local Facebook groups).
My dad isn’t in a position to keep him, but I would love to take him. I want to do what’s best for the cat. I know all of the charities in London are oversubscribed, so he might be stray for a while if I don’t take him. However, I also think a 7 hr journey to my house might traumatise him and be the crueller option.
What is best for the cat? Wait for a spot in a local shelter to open up while being a stray, or endure a 7 hr train journey with me?
Grateful for any advice!