Adopting A Blind Kitten from Joey Graceffa!
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Any guesses on what little Leo's new name will be? :)
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I have no idea... You're awesome though!
Meg Bebensee same
@@analisestmichael5916 hahaha!
Which ever one will go well with gallop
Maybe something related to bees? Or maybe something that pairs with Gallops name !
“Gallop is so chill”
Also Gallop: *barks on a man’s crotch*
Gallop might be gay
svetylka 26 molly said that it’s difficult explaining being gay to a dog but all I see is gallop teaching us lessons
svetylka 26 I thought gallop was a girl lol
LMFAOAIAOIA
@@luvava9053 lOL
"It is really hard to explain for a dog what being gay is"
-Burke, Molly
Molly is just adorable lol
***My future senior yearbook quote***
Lol
I mean, that’s awesome tbh
H Kov Brandon
Molly: I’m getting a short-haired male
Also Molly: *gets a long-haired female”
😂😂😂
she also said she wanted a cat not a kitten
That was me too! I fell in love with a black, short haired male I saw at the shelter but it didn’t work out and I ended up with a white, long haired female! Total opposite but 100% meant to be
Megan Bailey I have a white long haired female! Cat twins!
I feel like that’s how that works. I wanted a black adult cat when I went to the shelter and ended up with a white kitten because he climbed into my lap.
@@alexanderpumpkin3423 omg I always wanted white female kittens but I always got like ginger,black,brown,grey male kittens
I bet she likes pressure because she’s still a baby kitty, and it’s similar to swaddling with a newborn baby. When baby humans or any animal are in the belly, it’s really tight in there so there’s constant counter-pressure. So it’s associated with security of the womb. So if you wanna let her know that you’re her new mama, then cuddle her tight! Honestly, a lot of things that soothe new babies might help you bond with her!
And it probaly is very comforting and it makes her feel safe
I guess thats also why adults like blankets, cuddling, hugs.. Reminds us of earlier and more peaceful times
"Gallop is so chill"
Gallop earlier: BORK BORK BORK BORK BORK
I didn't know Gallop was Swedish! XD (No offense meant to any Swedish viewers)
Gallop: "Favorite father?" *BORK* "DAAAAD" *BORK BORK BORK* *muffles into brayden's crotch*
Brayden: "This isn't for you" *very disappointed Gallop*
Molly: "shhhhhhhh, Gallop chill." "Yea so it's hard to explain to Gallop what gay means."
C'mon gallop was just excited to see his best friend 😌
lol
Humans rarely ever actually choose their cats. Rather, the cats choose their humans. Leo definitely chose you!
So true lol!!
Isabella Fluhr The Wand chooses the wizard! - A Hufflepuff
My kitty chose me then a day after a bitch drove over my kitty on purpose
My cat literally just showed up at my house one day and we kept her.
@@fowjiasharif9279 😢
Id love a phone case that says "whiskers before misters" since you wanted to name a boy cat Mr. Whiskers
Yes
Also stickers as my phone case is a protector case
Please no mr whiskers there is a really creepy game called Mr whiskers
@@isabellebise8440 k
@@isabellebise8440 but Leo is a girl 😂
Joey: "she is definitely the most chill out of all of them"
Also Joey: "I feel like you bring a real calming energy to her. She has never been so chill"
Molly:I'm getting a short haired male
Also molly:gets a long haired female
😂 😂 😂
Uhm... you literally copied AbnormallyLexi's comment. You posted this 10 hours ago and she posted it 19 hours ago.
Allie Jeffs Chill. People copy comments all the time it’s not a big deal. Unoriginality is common so we don’t need to freak out. If you spent all your time calling out people for unoriginal comments, you’d never be able to do anything else. So....how about we calm down and take a nicer approach! Like ask the person to give credit to the original!
@@allisonj3601 more than one person can have the same idea its a world of over 7 billion people it not uncommon
Ironic lol
Maybe she doesn't read all of the comments?!?!
“It’s really hard to explain to a dog like, what being gay is,” 🤣
XD Animals
Sigh its the truth
Anna Taymond it’s true though!
Wait why is there 2 of the same comments?
Fun fact, dogs can be gay
i recommend a cat tree, cats really like having their own space. having somewhere she knows is her space will be very helpful
I agree. I rescued a senior cat a few months ago and i have a tree in the livingroom even though she likes to sleep with me. She loves going in the tree to nap when i’m busy cleaning or watching tv in the evenings.
Totally agree! Especially in a cat + dog home, the cat will likely want his own “safety” spot where he can retreat to while getting used to the dog & their new environment. Also scratch boards. Scratch boards everywhere.
So she can fall?
@@giovannaortizgonell4704 And land on her feet - she'll be fine.
@@giovannaortizgonell4704 cats land on their feet. Plus my one cat plays with her tail on the top of the cat tree all the time. (She falls off all the time and shes fine)
I love and respect how Joey is completely engaged with Molly and looking her full in the eye when talking. Where I have noticed not everyone who Molly talks with makes eye contact. They will either look at Molly's mom or to the side. It's like they don't know where to look. Joey is totally comfortable with Molly and vice versa. Sweet little kitten. Congratulations!
I think personally if I knew someone wouldn't know if I was making eye contact with them or not I wouldn't bother, because it is an effort I make for people, but I'm autistic so that probably doesn't apply to most people.
Advice for the new cat mom:
Definitely recommend a cat tree for sleeping and scratching. Make sure to train her not to scratch the furniture. I would also recommend a Luup litter box, they are so handy and easy to clean. Lots of lint rollers! When she is older, maybe get a thing to grow cat safe grass. They like munching on grass to help with their digestion. Be careful with how much cat nip you give her, as too much can make them sick. Be prepared for anything to becoMe a bed for a couple months, and then never again!
Kylria1 lump litter box is bad cuz it can hurt them if they roll in it
A cat tree would be a great idea! Especially one with different levels in case she needed space from Gallop
Adriel Melgar why would a cat roll in a litter box? That is not something they do. I have a luup litter box and there is nothing that can hurt them in it.
Adriel Melgar it’s luup not lump. Are we even talking about the same thing? luuup.com/
That last one you mention is so accurate. My cat Mister has like a designated sleeping spot for a couple months then it changes.
I saw this post from a blind person with a blind cat who said that the cat would mew when she felt the owner walking nearby to let the owner know she was there cuz they kept bumping into each other
Thst is one smart kitty who uses her other senses to help her blind daddy. Being both blind they form a radar sense to know they are near each other.
@@raymondkisner9240 I don't think Leo is blind though
that’s so cuuute
@@KellyanneKashaS I'm pretty sure she's not.
@@KellyanneKashaS she said in the beginning that she was showing signs of slow development with her eyes. One of my cats had signs when he was a baby, but was fine until a couple years later he developed cataracts.
"Maybe not blind but visually impaired"
Me who's visually impaired: Yayay! One of us! One of us!
Same!
Same
Same
I think that Leo is probably mostly a tortoiseshell. She has that adorable black coat with orange patches. She’s so precious. ❤️🐱❤️
Hi, tortie isn’t a breed! It’s a coat pattern that only female cats can have.
LuvHaebom I never knew that! Thank you for the new info, I don’t know much about cats lol.
it’s actually possible for a male cat to be a torti or calico it’s just INCREDIBLY rare. Like 1 in a million rare. But still possible. And Leo definitely has a tortoise shell coat pattern! ☺️ her breed is most likely just “domestic long haired” Bcus there’s so many cat breeds in general and mostly strays reproducing, most cats are just given a general breed with their coat length. Kind of like dogs that are just called “mutts” cause they’re so many different breeds combined. The only way to know is to do a DNA test, which are so hard to find for cats. Lmao just some more random cat info for ya 😂😉
Actually I think that it's mostly a cat
Why did I firstly think of a turtle
Molly: I want a male, shorthaired cat
Also Molly: So I adopted a female, fluffy kitten.
Amy Hammer short hair I think she meant is a kind of typ elf breed of cat if I’m thinking right
She mentioned maintenance, so I'm pretty sure she meant it literally.
yes, squishing a cat to you does actually calm them, it makes them feel more secure!
The Capn Porridge 🤣🤣🤣 um no!
I carry my kitten against my body with just one arm and he loves it. He will fall asleep like that faster than if he is sitting on my lap
You gotta SQUISH THAT CAT
My cat hates it 😂😂
When my cat gets scared from the fire alarm [I live in a building that mostly has disabled and old people so it's super bright flashes and extremely loud and it doesn't turn off until fire department arrives], I have to hold him super tight like that to keep him calm and not shaking so much. I hate when it happens but I can't do anything about it until I'm able to move out. :/
Leo's markings are so pretty! For any blind viewers, she's all black, and has a few small tan patches on the right side of her face (on your left when you look at her) and an orangish spot on the back of her neck! I'm curious to see how they evolve when she gets older.
Thanks for that! I was like, "Dammit Molly, tell me what she looks like! Oh wait, you can't see her, either..."
Her markings sound quite unique. You're right, it'll be interesting to see her @ 6mo.! One of my cat's stripey, spotty, & patchy coats is STILL morphing after 15mo! He was born jet black w/ allover white & Ltd gray ticking. My vet thought I brought the wrong cat to his 1yr eval. I may be blind, but c'mon dude... 🙄😂
Janna Campbell 😂😂
How are blind people meant to read that
@@jen_sen8508 Text to speech is an option on every phone for blind people :)
@@jen_sen8508 We read it quite nicely, actually. Go into your tele's Settings> Accessibility> Vision> ScreenReader> & enable it. Go through the tutorial w/ your 👀 closed. You'll learn what technology is like for Molly & folks like me. It's bloody aggravating & often disheartening when stuff isn't Voice Accessible, so NEVER take your sight for granted. Close your peepers once in awhile; it might actually "open your eyes."
Please be sure to play with leo's paws a lot to get her used to it so you will be able to trim her claws without her being upset. Don't declaw her, it's horrible and cruel, they live in pain for the rest of their lives (just in case your were considering that). Do bring her on car rides often and introduce her to new people so she can be properly socialised and not scared to go in the car when she has to (like to go to the vet).
Ren oh wow! I never thought about that! That’s such a neat little trick!
both of my cats are declawed because they were scratching at our house (only there front claws are declawed) and they are in zero pain and are completely fine
declawing is cruel, the equivalent of lopping a finger off at the first knuckle. scratching is natural and how cats scent mark their home to feel safe. invest in a good scratching post, put it in a central location and apply catnip to it once a week. I recommend the ultimate scratching post, nice and tall so they can get a proper stretch, very high quality - lasts for years - and looks nice too!
Molly should be fine because cats don't get the same satisfaction scratching a velvet couch to a loose woven texture.
Brushing is another good thing to get them used to when they're little, and a super lovely way to bond :) Highly recommend Furminator brushes, again a bit pricey but cats actually like it and it will last a lifetime.
Calling them by name as much as possible helps them to eventually the come when you call. cats are pretty bad at learning their names lol
I adopted two cats whose front claws were declawed, and a third who isn't. I would never elect for a cat to be declawed, but can assure you that neither of my declawed cats are in any pain at all. Again, not something I would want to elect to do, but they don't live horrifically painful lives.
I feel like the kitten is going to be riding on gallops back
Love you Molly!!!
LOL... that's the plan!
Or I can see the attitude of "I'm an independent kitty and I dont need no guide dog"
Molly: "I want a short haired male cat."
Also Molly: adopts a female that looks like she's gonna be a massive fluff ball
Floof.
Her mama has long hair and I'm pretty sure 2 of her siblings will end up with long hair as well
lol that happens so often with cats - they pick their owners ; rarely the owner picks them hahah
Yes she is! Leos mom is a super fluffy cat
@@Michelle-DiPalo the ones with fluffy hair, is Leo and Gemini
Molly: *looking seriously into the camera* Its really hard to explain to a dog what beeing gay is
Don't worry about going ham on expensive cat toys: sometimes, the best ones are the ones you least expect! At the moment, my cat is rolling around on plastic walmart bags. :)
Yes! Plastic bags and cardboard boxes
Yes! Our cat LOVES the lids from juice cartons, the plastic tear off tab from milk jugs and the tiny cardboard roll from dog poop bags. He picks those out of the toy box before any others.
Omg MILK RINGS!!!
The plastic spring toys that come in 10 packs for $2-3 are still my cat’s favorite toys
This! My bf’s cats LOVE a string tied to a stick, sometimes simple is better.
The whole “weighted blanket” thing is when kittens are upset (or anxious in this case) their mom cuddles them and puts her weight on them to help them calm
Imagine how much black fur must be in mollys house lol
They probably vacuum
@@viddeliten ofc they vaccum, but it's not that easy. If you have such a big dog in the house there is no way to have a perfectly clean house.
@@jessicaiancu8746 that's very true. Cat hair gets EVERYWHERE. It is almost impossible to get all of the hair because it pops up even where the cat hasn't been. It's frickin magic. Cats are cute enough to make up for it though...
@@viddeliten lol. Oh if only it was like that.
That’s why you hav color matching animals, clothing and furniture!
She's the sweetest!!! As a cat mom myself, I'd recommend leaving your cat carrier out for her as a place for napping and chilling. That way it's not just a scary place she's out when she has to go to the vet or travel.
Kathryn Boschmann Yes! I was thinking the same thing, make it a fun place before she has a chance to form a negative association
Yes! I even feed my cats in their carriers so they run right in
Molly: I have a bad shoulder from being in this position from having a guide dog for 13 years of my life
Molly to Gallop: you’re SO worth it babe.
PRECIOUS
I had a kitten named Leo. His full name was Leonardo diCATprio.
Lmaoo who doesn't love Leonardo DiCatrio😂
That name is EVERYTHING 😆
Lmfao! My gosh who wouldn’t want a cat named Leonardo diCATprio!
That is... AMAZING
I was going to name mine Meow Catrick Haris but my mom said it was too much lol but she did let me name the female: her name is Kitty Purry.
I feel like Joey was so sweet and genuine in this like he’s nice in his vlogs but he just seemed so sweet in this video
Joey is such a lovely person. 🧡🧡🧡 I'm so glad you got one of the kitties. ✨
Juju Downes he’s such an amazing person! ❤️❤️
“It’s really hard to explain to a dog what being gay is”
And then there’s my dog. Who is gay 😂
I was looking for this comment 😂😂
Andjela Mrkela Same!😂😂🏳️🌈
And then there's my dog who is bi
maddyexclamation oop
Holding the kitten close to you allows them to hear your heartbeat and it reminds them of their mom! Thats why she loves being held close to you 😊
Aww that’s so cute! I didn’t know that!
If you’re planning on her using a litter box, I would recommend one that she can access from the top, that way gallop can’t get in, because if they can, dogs will get into cats’ litter boxes and... eat the... 💩. ANYWAY yeah, my cats have those kinds of litter boxes, and they’re really good to have when the cat is living with a dog.
Good idea!! I bought one of those big tote bins from walmart with the lids and cut a square hole in the lid. You can put a regular litter box inside! It's an easy cheaper option 😌
Seems like a good way to clean less poop :P
Jenny it can cause dogs to get parvo
My cat is fat like not over weight but he’s a savanna cat so he’s huge the top litter box didn’t work out so we used a robot litter box to prevent our little dog from stealing his turds
With how big Gallop is, you might even be able to just get one of those litter boxes that look like crates. He might not be able to get into the opening anyway.
He also might be so well behaved that this isn't an issue... though you never know.
I’m a cat sister kinda, they like pressure because it makes them feel safe. When she licks you she is trying to groom you and that is a sign of affection.
Yeah I was gonna say that the pressure might help her feel safer kinda like a seat belt does for us. And when you cant see, its harder to process how you're moving (like getting carsick or seasick), so the pressure might give her some stability when the car is moving.
Alex Ray it’s more like being hugged by someone you trust. It’s reassuring. But yeah exactly
My mom's cat Missy always head-butts my leg and licks my leg. That's how I know she wants to be held. If Missy doesn't do that it's not a good idea to pick her up.
My cat likes to lick my fingers!
My cat licks only when she’s prepping to bite
“It’s hard to explain what being gay is to a dog so” LMAO
Leo was so underrated, she’s honestly gorgeous.
Me seeing my notification title: MOLLY ALWAYS WANTED A CAT!
She has to be the cutest kitten ever! So calm, and her colouring is beautiful 😍❤️
And she is firstborn. She is probably the second or third one closest to looking like her Mother.
Edit: oops. I was mistaken. She’s the second born and was thought to be a boy before Joey reconfirmed it.
Gemini is really cute too
I have Aries
Make sure to get her spayed!!! And about her having a “weighted blanket” cats love having their nervous system pressed on and squeezed because it relaxes them :)
don’t get her spayed so young though
Kim Pedersen It’s veterinary advice to get a kitten spayed at around 5/6 months of age, I believe the kitten is at least a couple of months old so she won’t have to wait long.
@@kimpedersen5708 yeah. They should at least get cats spayed when their 5-7 months.
@@kimpedersen5708 Actually there is no reason not to spay cats young, they are different to dogs and can become sexually active at 4-5 months old - its best to get them spayed before this age to prevent accidental litters. It also lowers their risk of breast cancer to get them spayed before their first heat :) (im a vet student)
What is spayed? English isn’t my first language
Title:”Adopting a blind kitten from Joey Graceffa!”
*Me after watching all the videos about the kittens on joeys channel*
“I don’t think Leo’s blind...”
I was thinking the same thing...lol
Brianna? That’s my name.
I was thinking the exact same thing
Why lol
Yeah I don't understand the clickbait either. Bit disappointing to use such weird clickbait
“We picked this carrier as a temporary solution because the one I want is out of stock” Where the hell is everyone taking their cats during a global pandemic?
You might well ask.
The... vet... like she did in the video...?
It could be because a lot of people are adopting pets right now so more people need carriers.
I got a new one shortly before quarantine and lo and behold, my cat got sick and it came really useful as I had to bring her to a further away vet because the one close to me is closed
People who foster
When the kitten started mewing my cat started freaking out and looking for it lmao
Aw lol 😆
whenever i play the vids like “play this and your cats will come to you” my cat never comes or looks concerned lol have a good day🌻
Consider using her open backpack as an extra bed, that will make using it for the vet that much easier. I have that carrier for my girl BTW, if is super cute.
Just for your awareness, blind cats get along very well once they get used to their environment.
Shawn Wales yes! And usually blind cats grow longer whiskers and use those to navigate
That never worked for our cat lol, he hated his carrier even though he slept in it on occasion but it is definitely worth trying. It's sad to see them stressed by something necessary
Everyone I don't think Leo is actually blind If you watch Joey's channel when the kittens had only just opened their eyes Joey wasn't sure of Leo could see but nothing was ever verified
"it's hard to explain what being gay is to a dog" 😂❤️
Hey Molly I have a cat of my own, here are some tips: get her used to the backpack, the more she gets accostomed to it the better, cats usually don't like to be stuck in things where they don't see around them, she is probably more calm cause she's still shy they have an adapting period so she'll probably loosen up a bit, cats love to be cuddled so when you hugged her she liked it and when you teleased her you changed her environment when she was sleeping so she panicked it's normal haha, also the first few days let her roam the appartment so she gets used to it and her new environment. Don't let her stay to long in the play pen. She's a gorgeous kitty 💙💙
She reminds me so much of my cat, Callisto. When I adopted her, she had just had her eyes removed, but they let her out and she just immediately found my lap, and we spent close to an hour there snuggling. She showed very little interest in my roommate, but was friendly enough, but you could tell she was particularly attached to me. She KNOWS when I’m feeling anxious, and will hop on my lap to comfort me. I’ve never known a more loving creature. (Callisto is her post adoption name)
my dogs name is costello awwww :)
I'm curious as to why her eyes were removed. But, reminds me of my dog, Benny. He was a Boston Terrier and he was 14 yrs old until I had to put him down Sept. 30, 2019. He was the most loving dog I've ever known. If I cried or wasn't feeling well or whatever, he was right there to snuggle me. He was a sweetheart but also such a dork. He was like 13 when I got cats and was TERRIFIED of them.
“It’s really hard to explain to a dog what being gay is” 😂
Lol
Wait why is there 2 of the same comments?
THE COMMENT ON YOU SAID THE SAME *3 DAYS* AGO
@@linecathrin 'cuz Brianna copied Anna.
COPY
Molly: If I apply pressure to her, she falls asleep.
Me: DID YOU KILL HER?!
"it's really hard explaining to a dog, like, what being gay is"
tbh it's really hard explaining that to humans too
Yeah u right, u right
Actually not, it’s just two people of the same sex being in love with each other. It’s hard explaining to people who don’t accept them why it isn’t “unnatural” or “weird” because they won’t believe you.
Advice:
When playing with her use toys not your hands.
to give some context on why this is important: kitten teeth and claws don't do as much damage as adult teeth and claws, so when she grows up, and suddenly it's not ok to play with your hands anymore, she won't understand why. She will also think that hands are always playthings, and won't think of them as being attached to you, her human.
This is the same with puppies.
Yep agreed
uhh if that's the case then why did I play with my cat with my hands when he was little and I still do but yet he understands that my hands aren't always playthings
Also cats are capable of learning restraint. I have 5 and they are conscious of how rough they can play with each other. The same cat will play differently depending on which cat they are playing with as some seem to prefer playing rough and crazy. Others either don't care for ANY rough play or only some times play rough. And the cat that plays the most rough, is the most gentle when playing with my hand.
Also keep in mind that with Molly being blind, it might be a better bonding experience for the two of them. I'm sure Molly is aware that kittens have claws and teeth.
In conclusion, I don't think it should be a concrete rule to "not play with cats with your hands"
Hey Molly! Joey's address is visible at some point in the video (I don't want to say where so people don't go and find it) But I thought you may want know, because I am assuming Joey doesn't want his address out there.
idk if she’s seen this yet but signal boost this
Imagine if someone replies with the timestamp 😂
Oof
yeah the outside of his house and his house number were both filmed which is not good
+
Since miss prissy is confirmed now to be sighted, it is even more of a testament to her diva self. She could see the toy, she just couldn't be bothered 😆
"I'm so sorry, I so sorry, I love you, I love you." me EVERY TIME I leave my dog at home or daycare...
She is calm when you put her against you because she feels your heart beat. That usually calms kittens.
I didn't know that. That's interesting
Awwww 😍
Just to let you know sometimes when you bring a cat home, they like to hide for 2 weeks at like most, it’s not cos they hate you it’s just cos they are a bit scared and want to get to know there new home. And especially since she has black fur it maybe harder to find her. But after like a week or maybe two she will stop hiding and just love her new home. But Leo maybe different I’m just saying from what I know.
That's how my cat Bella was she hid under my parents' bed
I sometimes forget she's actually blind
Joey said she is not really blind.. watch his video
I think the original commentor meant Molly and not the kitten 😂
@@dragonixheli5474 damn 😅 my bad
Freya _ Chloe not completely blind. But I think she’s got something going on with her eyes. Not that it will be much of a problem as a house cat.
I always forget she’s blind
As we like to remind folks, “vision is. Spectrum.”
Spectrum TV, providing vision at $49.99 per month.
Everything in life seems to be on a spectrum
According to Bill Nye so is gender.
Just remember that it takes time for cats to get accustomed to a new environment so she may want to hide for up to a few weeks which is okay!
Or poop all over the place. My wee Buzz is an anxious wee soul. So whenever he'd get anxious or get scared he would have an accident. He had a rough start to our home. Our other cat Nala isn't afraid of anything so she was taunting the husky that lived next door. Buzz wanted to do the same, he wasn't quick enough and nearly passed away from the injury the husky gave him. It was a christmas miracle that he survived. This was 4 years ago. He's still very jumpy and anxious but I love him no matter what. This morning he was rolling around my mum's flowerbed and then came up to have our annual morning cuddles. When I turned the lights on I noticed my bed was covered in mud Hahaha I changed it today but its probably going to be muddy tomorrow again lol
My foster kittens just left this week and foster momma went crazy hearing Leo cry in the video ❤
Holding her close like she liked helps her hear your heartbeat. That's a huge comfort to kittens especially when they are used to mom and siblings around. It's common for them to want that comfort and I personally think a massive way to bond with you. Pretty cool that your heartbeat is what she needs to hear to feel safe right now. Special bond forming already for sure. She was so calm with you.
"I have a guide dog for you." Love that.
She is so adorable, congrats on becoming a cat mom! The only advice I have for you is be prepared for her to climb everywhere when she gets bigger, my baby likes to jump on window sills and look out the window, so maybe cat towers or cat hammocks could be a good idea for you! Also, it could be a good idea to get her a collar with a bell so that you can hear where she is when she walks around :)
There is a cat seat/hammock that actually attaches to the window (suction cups) and all three of ours love it.
Harvey Abel my cat just turned 1 and is so long. He’s 15lbs. I wanted to get a hammock but I’m thinking there’s no way it would hold 😂 doc says he’s a gigantic cat though and not overweight so it’s all good
When she was with Joey he accidentally taught them a bad habit of climbing furniture coz there was a couch in the room they where kept in which they would climb up so molly be aware of that (she may not do it anymore but she used to so it might be a bad habit that stuck with her)
I have one kitty who Jackson Galaxy would describe as being a ground dweller. He likes his four paws on terra firma, thank you very much, and has no interest in the tall cat tree. I had a cat who would find the highest point in my house whenever possible. My other little gentleman is comfortable anywhere - he owns everything everywhere, but his favourite place to be is curled up on my lap. He's a big boy, so that's no mean feat.
@@harveyabel1354 Joey Graceffa has one!
When Leo started crying my boy cat came crying looking for her.
My cat was sleeping with me and he looked up and started rubbing his head on me 🥺💕
Oh! You two have the sweetest cats!!!
Animals like cats and dogs do like the feeling of pressure of being wrapped up. The warmth from you and hearing your heart will remind her of her mom. Holding her close and tight works the same as a weighted blanket so you are totally right. 😊
10:58 When Joey "guided" your hand to Leo it just melted my heart. You were so tender and sweet petting her!! You're going to be the best Kitty Mom ever!!
The reason it's instant love is because animals can sense love and care and Molly just has just so much love and care to give to everyone including her fans her new kitten and so many more people I love you Molly so much and there's a very unlikely chance that you're going to see this but if you are you are so inspiring every day
Edit: thanks for the like
Some things to have for cats
(not necessities):
- scratch-post with a place to scratch and sit and look out the window
- bed or place to hide or sleep
- treats
- toys that she cane use alone
- toys that you can use to play with her
-- a collar (if you want. Some cats don't mind them, some rip them off)
- a brush (soft bristled would be best for her) soft bristled for thin haired cats, wire brush for thick haired cats
- depending if the kitten sheds a lot, a lint roller can be handy.
- travel carrier
Info: Its good to make sure that you don't stress Lavender out, or sometimes she could start stress peeing.
- NEVER EVER LET HER SWALLOW STRING.
Please note these are not necessities! I myself find these things helpful but not everyone does.
Cats are lactose intolerant so they can’t have milk... I have 4 cats myself and they DEFINITELY do not need all that.
Olivia Connors that never said you NEED those they just recommend it.
I have had cats for my whole life. Kitten milk is acceptable for all ages but still can give diarrhoea, same with wet food. Normal milk is allowed in small quantities but not often. Edit: I have 5 cats not including those who have sadly passed on due to old age
But she will maybe be blind so whats the point in a lazer pointer :P
Birita J they don’t know 100% if she’s blind, she could be visually impaired or just be delayed in growth :) but yes you are right. But you get so used to it when you have vision cats just writing a list for them
Cats should never ever wear a collar. They are a safety hazard for them. And while laser pointers are good for chasing, they don't give the cat the satisfaction of actually catching something. They are more fun for us than for them.
Tips for kittens (I got my first kitten on June 14 2017)
-start with feeding half a can of wet food
-if you pick them up by the extra skin on the back of their neck they will calm down since that is the way there mom would hold them
-they remember things more from the beginning of their life so make sure you build the bond now and that is why they will always have an attachment to Joey
-they will purr if they are happy
Those are just some things I have learned
When you put pressure on her it simulates the feeling she gets when shes sleeping with her siblings therefore she relaxes and sleeps easier.
Little kitten could literally ride Gallop into battle. Such a cute video.
Lmao
OMG YESSSS I LITERALLY CAN’T EVEN THIS IS PURFECT❤️❤️❤️🥳
Is it purrfect??
Mew 😸
I came back here to watch again when Molly just said she got her hair done to match her cat! Lavender as an adult looks identical to my old sweet kitty Lena! She was such a great cat! 😻💖
I want to recommend this cat feeder that we use for our cat. It is tiered, you put food in the top and there are holes for the cat paw it down to a tray like thing at the bottom. It helps with their natural instinct to forage and I think it could really help your blind kitty get used to using it's other senses to get food. It is called "Catit Senses 2.0 Food Tree Cat Feeder". My family got ours from amazon and it was really fun watching our cat, Sasha, figure it out.
thats a good idea!
Yes! Enrichment feeders are the best!
Yes, cat food puzzles are great. They also help against boredom and overeating and can be in a rage of different difficulty levels.
I don't know that much about cats so I'm questioning if she would be able to play like that, with her being blind
My cats have it
The “weighted blanket effect” (pressure therapy) for anxiety does make animals (as well as people) calm down, it’s not necessarily a cat thing as much as it’s just a thing in general for animals & people especially so when experiencing something new/something the animal hasn’t experienced a lot. It’s the same as an emotional support dog doing pressure therapy for people with anxiety expect in this case it’s a human doing pressure therapy for an animal instead.
“SQUISH THAT CAT” cats like to be squished
There's a reason that youtube famous cat vet from Vancouver has "squish that cat" on merch. They really do love it!
I wonder if she is blind! I adopted a blind hamster during quarantine, she was abandoned and nobody wanted her. She's so cute though, a bit clumsy but I've given her a huge DIY cage and made adjustments to suit her. So good to see her thriving and happier now. I know hamsters don't live long, but I want to give her the best life. I am happy to see you helping this lil kitten Molly, you look like you're bonding so much already 😍
No I watched joey’s vlogs. He thought the kitten was blind but it’s not.
No
I HAVE SPOTTED A PERSON WHO ACTUALLY TAKES CARE OF THER HAMSTER(S) IN THE WILD!! Lol what’s her name??
Cats and kittens love to be held firmly. They like the support and to be warm and close to a heart beat. It’s definitely a comfort thing.
Bro getting approved to get a cat feels CRAZY to me. Like in Ohio when you want a cat you just find one. Most the time you don’t even want one it just shows up...
My Pumpkin showed up @ my back porch years ago - after a few weeks - never left but any reputable animal rescue organization you go to to adopt an animal will require some degree of application/ approval process...including in Ohio🤷🏻♀️
Sunfish OutOfWater I think she means that there are just so many stray cats around ohio, you can find one almost anywhere you go
Yeah true we just take them back to the shelter
All my cats just showed up on my porch lol
I have ten cats... ohio life😂
So kittens don’t like to be alone or secluded that is probably why she was so scared we hen she was in the box
Cats like small spaces, so once she gets used to it she should be fine (and shes still young!)
Plus as she cant see as well it was probably the fact that she didnt know what was happening when she was in the box
Dude. Cat + Box = Cat Enjoying Self
(This logic applies most of the time)
I have one cat that loves to be petted and cuddled and one that will tolerate it briefly
That's why I always adopt siblings 😊 I have 2 sets of twin cats 🐱🐱🐱🐱
I kept watching them trying to see if Leo was tracking what they had in front of her and waiting for molly to react or say something when it seemed like she may be following it..... and then I remembered THAT MOLLY IS BLIND! I was like come on Courtney get it together!
“She’s so mellow!”
*Looks over at my cat Harley, who usually terrorizes the other cats, chilling in her box next to my desk* heh. What’s having a chill cat like?? (Jk. I’ve got a chill cat too. She is loud tho. And reeeeeally doesn’t like Harley. Because of the whole terrorizing the other cats thing, the 2 oldest cats do not like Harley. The other younger cats (Harley is the youngest, so there are 2 that are younger than the oldest 2, but older than Harley. I hope that makes sense.) are sometimes willing to play with her. But it usually ends with them getting beat up.
No wonder Harley had a very visible joker smile type marking when she was a kitten. (For some reason you cant see it anymore, but that joker smile is exactly why we named her Harley. Cause we didn’t want to name her joker.)
I have a cat named Harley too! She’s actually the cat in my profile picture. She’s pretty chill and super lovable. Now my calico cat, Mavis, sounds like your Harley, always terrorizing my youngest cat named Polly. Polly is a stupid little cat and always tries to be Mavis’s friend by playing with her...which ends with Polly getting beat up. Harley just stays out of the shenanigans, lol.
Joey did a great job... you can tell by his demeanor around the kitten! He is a fabulous "parent". So you are so lucky, she had so much love before you got her, and now the love goes on!
I swear everybody in joeys comments section are vets sometimes 🤣 but he is genuinely the best
Ummm okay already for the next video, DO NOT have the food, water, and litter box so close to each other. Have the litter box a GOOD distance away from the food/water for kitty's sake of staying clean, cat proof the house, make sure she has HER OWN SAFE ROOM, to go to, SLOWLY introduce dog to cat and if there's any signs of stress from cat aka arched back, hissing, fluffed up tail PLEASE listen, stop interaction and let cat breath. Love you.
Everybody needs to like this comment so Molly can see. It's so important to know
Thank you for bringing this up! So important for cats to feel safe and at home ❤️
This is a nice comment. You aren’t being horrible just giving advice to someone who just needs some advice. Some people are really horrible and criticise everything someone with a pet does
Cats also don't eat their food if their water is right next to it
Molly really needs to see this. This is so important to know!!
That pressure thing is legit for a lot of cats and people. It calms the nervous system.
Yeah, I’ve also heard that it’s to do with because when they are born they are squished and yh
I don't travel "a lot" but for the last few years I have gone on at least 1 or 2 trips that are at least a week. But now that we all are staying home and a lady found small kittens I jumped on that and FINALLY got my baby boy. I've wanted a cat for so long and he brings me so much joy.
"Its hard to explain to a dog what being gay is" - Molly Burke 2020
This video came at the best time
I'm sorry you lost your fur baby, treasure sweet memories of him.
MichiruEll Our cat died about a year ago. Had her cremated and kept the ashes. Seemed extravagant at the time. But glad I did. Got another kitten couple months later. Just like people, all cats have unique personalities.
Something that helped when we were introducing my kittens to my dog was we made sure that they could easily get to higher ground, because it makes them feel safe. I know “Leo” might be a little different because of her sight, but maybe this could still help.
PERFECT TOY: Cardboard box with a few holes cut in it. My kittens LOOOVE to dart in and out of these things. LEss than 1$ and you can customize the outside.
Molly, about the squeezing thing. Cats love control so when they feel out of control it's good to squeeze them a little especially when about to pick them up so they know they're controlled and not about to fall! So yes, the weighted blanket thing is true. Cats love to feel secure! Your kitten definitely trusts you.
This is the kind of wholesome content I needed today
Molly if she doesn't like the backpack maybe you could try harness training her? Or even just harness train her anyways while she's still young. That way she can go on walks with you guys and enjoy the outdoors!
She mentioned she didn't want something handheld since one of her hands is already busy when out
• LittleGlitchyGalaxy • doesn’t mean she can’t still harness train the kitten. There’s ways to avoid holding the leash in her open hand. Her mom could always hold it, or she could even attach the kitten’s leash to Gallop’s. Obviously you’d want the kitten to be fully trained first though. Just because I suggested harness training doesn’t mean she can’t do it, but it’s her decision as well.
shinysparkles101 I think it’s probably not a good idea to have the kittens leash hooked onto gallops because the kitten isn’t trained to be a guide/stay out of the way & may be a really big tripping hazard for Molly. Cats even when harness/leash trained tend to stop a lot which would be so sad if Molly were to hurt herself or the cat by tripping/stepping on her :/
@@jennlynn212 well her mom could always hold onto the kitten as well. It was just a suggestion so I mean, I don't know why you're so against it?
@@shinysparkles101 Her mom is not always with her. And it's just really exactly something she said she wanted to not do so idk how you even got the thought of it
"I think the mom had several suitors" lol love that he refereed to them that way
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Everyone: AWWWWWW
A_bi_ Biscuit lol #FirstLikeOfYours
Stop calling me out!
I mean how can u resist? cats are the best.
Kittens love being held up close to your heart or pulse. It's calming for them, as it reminds them of their mum.
You definitely need a cat tree/scratching post (a couple, actually).
Make sure her litter box is somewhere easy/close by to find, for the first wee while. You can move it to its real home afterwards.
Maybe keep that box for now, as she might like to retreat into it when she's new and getting adjusted to her new surroundings. Just turn it on its side, and pop a blanket in there for her.
I've been a cat mum for decades, so i know every trick in the book! Lol. (I've rescued abused and abandoned cats, which take a ton of TLC and extra attention).
May God bless you ❤️
We need everyone to like this,I think molly would love to read this comment it would make her more confident!
Any tricks on getting cats to not scratch the carpet? I have a scratching post that he uses sometimes
Amy Bolick dont have a cat sorry can’t help you lol😂
Our newest cat has been with us almost two years, though we originally took her in as a pregnant foster. She had her 6 kittens over a year ago and all went to loving furever homes.
There is an episode from cats from heaven that is around blind cats and their care. It's very interesting, and they show how they maneuver around using their other senses and their whiskers.
I have a fully blind cat and a big thing with him is that he doesn't like his ears pet unless he's sleeping or resting. They are his eyes essentially so petting them while he's listening really messes him up. Another thing is his ears are constantly doing these little micro movements. Just based on this, I don't think Leo js fully blind. She is concentrating more than a kitten her age, so something does seem up. My best advice is if she is partially blind, don't coddle her excessively. I encourage my boy to investigate new sounds so he isn't afraid of the world, and he plays and runs like a sighted cat :D. Good luck, she seems sweet!!
This is what I needed after finding out today that a classmate of mine passed away in a rafting accident and she was only 14. Thank you Molly! This is what I needed, some nice cute kitties.
I’m really sorry for your loss. That is so sad.
I'm so sorry, sending you peace and strength.
Thank you everyone, I don’t know what to say I want to say something inspirational but I have just been at a loss for words. But I hope your kindness will be rewarded just like Jezell’s.
When she gets bigger, if you ever need a harness, get the metpet softsided walking jacket! I roadtripped across the U.S with both my cats and it's definitely the safest harness out there. The Modkat flip top litter box is really good, along with the LitterGenie or PetFusion for litter disposal. I got nice cat beds from amazon called "bedsure round cat bed" the cushion is reversible and the bed is washable. My go to cat collars are CritterGear breakaway cat collars, they come in so many unique patterns and they're super cute! Try all kinds of toys, different cats love different types, my oldest loves small plushies she can carry around, my younger cat loves foil scrunch ball toys, my mother in law's cat loves the plastic ball toys with jingle bells inside, they've all loved the fishing pole type of toys with strings and a soft toy at the end. Definitely try cardboard scratchers, along with a scratching pole, + cat tree. Try food that has meat as the first ingredient(cats are carnivores so it's healthier for them) foods with too many grains can upset their tummies. I switched my cats from cheap food to Hill's Science Diet, but there's a lot of other great brands out there, just gotta research to see what works well for her. I hope you enjoy your new fur baby, she's so sweet!
play with her paws a lot when she’s young so it’s easier to clip her nails when she’s older, you can always ask the vet if you could bring her in for a visit where they will just give her treats and do a small exam to make her less fearful of the vet.
Good advice.
Why would you clip a cats nails? We never do and my cat never destroys furniture. Just get him good other options!!
Niki Tii If cats don’t scratch enough to shorten them, you need to clip their nails or it can grow over. i work at a veterinary clinic and have dealt with enough nails grown into paw pads.
@@nikitii4410 exactly what Sophia said, many cats who don't get their nails trimmed end up with horrendously overgrown nails that curl all the way around and stab their poor little toe pads and even grow right into them. It's a painfully and bloody experience.
Yes! Same thing for puppies!
My family hasfour cats, and three of the four are so much calmer when they are on our laps in the car. They want to be as close to us as as possible, want us to hold them, and then they calm right down. It warms our hearts alot because it shows us that they turn to us for comfort, and they feel safe with us