Written By: Mobin
Always approach slowly and let kitty see and sniff you first before attempts to pick up to avoid startling them.
Support your cat's full weight by placing one hand under the front legs and another under hindquarters when lifting off the ground.
Keep your cat's body and legs contained against your chest while carrying to make them feel stable, secure and less likely to squirm free.
Watch for signs of discomfort like thrashing, meowing, hissing, stiffening up. Respect their boundaries and put them down if they resist.
Adjust your grip if needed so no body parts are awkwardly hanging unsupported which can harm or scare a cat.
Refrain from holding cats with their legs pinned down or their body suspended painfully. They should feel fully sustained.
Crouch low to the ground when placing cats down for safety. Never drop or carelessly handle felines.