Do Cats Like Being Picked Up. In fact, being picked up may make a cat feel like they’re being taken by a predator. Cats that are in pain, fearful, or lack trust will not want to be picked up.

If a cat was not feral and came from a home, it may not mind being picked up or coming into someones home. They arnt your normal cuddly fluffy lap cats. In general, if cats had their choice, many would probably prefer to never be picked up and held.