We just took in a feral kitty, to the tune of about $500 for vet services, but it was worth it. I figure she’s grateful to be inside after the horrid Tennessee winter, and is a shameless cuddlebug. She hasn’t tried to bite even once. Another of our cats was also feral and it’s taken two years to make her not bite. You can tell she wants to sometimes, but cogitates for a couple of seconds, and then licks.
Cool!
I’m actually kidding about Miss Hissy Slashy. She earned her name when we first took her in, but now she’s more like Miss Purry Petme. And you’re right, it did take a while, but she’s very sweet now... Usually.