Anyone missing black cat near east side 41st?
For the past couple of weeks, I’ve been noticing a shy black cat near my apartment building almost every day. It doesn’t appear to have a collar and seems to stay around a pipe/drain area near a small pond. After the recent heavy rain, I started worrying that its shelter may be getting flooded or unsafe.
The cat keeps its distance and looks very cautious, so I’m not sure if it’s a stray, feral, or someone’s outdoor cat. I’m also not very familiar with caring for cats, but I’d like to help if possible. Should I leave out some food or water for it? If yes, what kind of food would be safe?
I’m also curious how local humane societies usually handle stray cats. Do they typically help and protect them, or is there any risk they may put them down?
I’ve attached a blurry photo taken from my balcony at about 6x zoom, in case anyone recognizes the cat or has advice on what the best thing to do would be.
I just want to make sure the little one is safe and okay.