As long as they are neutered, I don’t mind feeding a few strays. They sure keep the mice and chipmunk population down in the barn. I really am a dog person but cats get to me too. I would like to see these cats get more friendly but they have been here since fall and we can only get them to come when called for warm milk, and then we have to go back in the house before they will come near enough to drink it. They are still very nervous and edgy for having been here so long.
Sounds like they are true ferals if they can’t be tamed for food! My new stray wouldn’t come near me at first, but now is very loving - and vocal! Took about 4 months. Now, he’ll come inside, sit on my lap, purr his head off, and be super sweet. Figures - because we decided we’d take care of him if he’d be an outside cat (we already have too many inside). But he turned out to be friendlier than some I’ve raised from kittens!
I’m also hoping our cats will be helpful when/if we move to the cabin and start raising other critters for food. It’s good yours are earning their keep!