Goodbye, my Feral Cat Friend
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- Опубліковано 27 тра 2024
- Losing an animal family member is a gut-wrenching experience. What happens when that family member happens to be feral? Someone you were never able to touch or cuddle with? And how do you deal if that loss happens when you’re out of the country, halfway around the world? That’s what I’m wrestling with today.
0:00 Who was Alex the Cat
2:15 Our Feral Family
4:40 What Eddie Taught Me
6:56 To Tame or Not to Tame
8:56 How to Love and care for a Feral Cat
10:45 Goodbye Alex
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I am so touched, comforted, generally blown away by your kindness. I really don't know what to say. Also, I've seen some of you having made contributions to your local community cat orgs in Alex' name. Again, mind blowing. Much love to all of you.
When we lose a loved one, it takes a while to heal.
Don't rush your self, take the time you need to regather your thoughts, morning is part of the healing process.
Sending you and your family love. I love feral cats and have a feral cat feeding station to provide safe haven for feral cats dumped on and near our rural sd horse property. I love feral s as much as our indoor cats and losing one hurts every bit as much. Thank you for being a voice for them! So sorry
I lost my kitty too, it was very painful being there, holding him while he slowly fell asleep. You made Alex the happiest kitty and they were so lucky to have you in their live. Rest in peace sweet alex 💗
I feel so bad that this happened to you when you couldn't be there in person. But glad to know that you had someone to take care of him.
It sounds like you tried a lot to get him inside but he just wouldn't go. It sounds like he had the best life you could give him.
I hate, I really really HATE those people who say "its just an animal". Its a breathing soul like you and me. I respect life a lot. I cant even kill bugs because I now its a living being and it would literally make me feel like a murderer.
What's worse, in all my years of caring for the forgotten cats of this world, it's not only "just an animal ... it's always been "just a cat". I, and people like me, have been fighting for decades to change that. And it's getting better, ALL thanks to this big ol' guy who looks like an "outlaw biker" ... The Cat Daddy. He's really made a huge difference in how cats are treated 💞💕💗
And you, keep being who you are - we need people just like you 💖 Compassion is the most important thing in life.
Some bugs are very cute and interesting. ❤
@@EphemeralProductions I agree!
@@Nako3 ❤️
@@Nako3 look for the video with the video with the ladybug chasing the sprinkles! Too cute and funny!
They don't have to live in your house to live in your heart. RIP Alex and condolences to Jackson and family.
So beautifully spoken.
It is AWFUL when people say "It's just a pet!" "How can you miss them when you can't touch them?" I feel for you, Jackson. Thank you for pointing out that they're all individuals.
Wasn't expecting to cry but when you said "Eddy wanted your love not your house", thank you for sharing. This touched my heart.
I'm sorry for your loss... Losing a pet is losing a family member... My condolences.
Dang well i rlly hope i get enough time with my kittens 😢
@@tensei1710There is never enough time 😔 All you can do is treasure each and every day
So true
♥️🙏❤️
They are our children...
To feed, love, care for and protect.
She wasn't just a cat. She was Jackson's friend. She was his companion, his best friend, a part of a family. It wasn't just a cat. This was Jackson's baby. Rest in peace, feral cat ❤
It's so painful having to say goodbye to our loving pet babies. The pain, heartbreak lasts the rest of our lives. You're in my thoughts and prayers. 🙏❤️🐾🐾🙏❤️
When a cat chooses you, it's an honour and a privilege. For a feral cat to know you are safe when they know how harsh the world is, it's extra sweet. Love and hugs from Australia. ❤
the first time my feral Rocky, the local bully, grabbed my house shoe to stop me walking away, my heart melted..he lets me scratch his ears now but still is very worried if I try to pet beyond that
Not even a gold piece will mean anything to me. My beloved 8 cats are my heart and world! They are all ferals that i rescued. I also volunteer at a shelter, this Oct for 5 years! You are the angel that GOD is giving them to keep them loved, healthy and protected. Thank you very much and condolences. Stay strong!
Totally .
So beautifully said.
I am so sorry for your loss of your loved one. You are a true Cat Daddy, a good and gentle person. We hurt with you, and for you.
So sorry for your loss. If love could keep them here, they would stay fur-ever! 😿💜💙💚❤
Jackson… you taught me to love cats. I have a cat, that was a year old feral cat. My cat name name is Prime Minster, he is royalty to me. My cat came to me after diagnosed of 3 large chronic illnesses. He is my world. I will need a cat therapy……Thank you Jackson…. Thank you
Yes, he is a good cat person ❤
So sorry for the loss of Alex! I had two feral friends I cared for and gave them a heated warm house for winter and rain. I love the cats as individuals and it warmed my heart to give them loved.
Ahhh, saw the "Short" but did not realize Alex was feral...until now. That makes it all the more precious.. HEART. Family...❤ Their home is the earth and our home is the earth, we live in the same house. SO sorry for the loss, RIP, BLESS, and as Jean, above, says..."we hurt with you, and are for you"....🌹❤️😼💫✨
I lost my beloved Ocean a week ago. It’s been the saddest week of my life. Everything in my home is different without my precious Ocean. Thank you for letting me know I’m not alone! God bless you!
Sending you a whole lot of love right now! Losing a pet is so painful. I am glad Ocean had someone who loved them so much.
that's an amazing name. i'll send hugs. :hug:
Thanks guys! I still cry at least once every day. Every night when I wake, my heart cries. I’m ok though…time will heal my broken heart. 💔😘🐾🥲💎❤️
@@Manolani808 it took me over a year to come to terms with the loss of my first dog. i can never imagine your loss. because i am not you. But we as a bunch of strangers on youtube; will support you in your time of need..
@@Manolani808your broken heart will not be healed but you will learn to live with it. It will be easier to bear. It’s a journey. May you find peace. ❤
That was a beautiful tribute to Alex. It's a sad loss no matter how they decide to engage. You explained it exactly as it is to love a feral. It is complicated. I wish you love and light. Alex knew love from you and that's all that matters. ♥
The people who don't get it, and say, "It's just a cat", "it's just a stray"; they're missing out. They're missing out on love, cherished memories, and time spent with an amazing creature.
We understand, and we are terribly sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing your memories and lessons with us! Rest easy little kitty :(
Well said...love my feral babies as much as the indoor babies...
Everything Matters. Ought to be a law and lore.
All these comments make me realize there are lots of good people in this world. My world changed when a stray cat decided to adopt me.
Hello Jackson and everyone. I lost my stray cat Fluff today. He was almost fully black w/some white on his paws, chest and belly w/green eyes. He choose me to be his caretaker about 3 years ago by just showing up at my door in very poor shape. I watched my green eye baby put on good weight on and get a beautiful shiny coat after some good eating. He loved getting pets and being brushed. He was my sweet boy. Last week he started to barely eat and couldn't stand up w/out wobbling. I gave him all kinds of people food just to get him to eat. Tuna was the winner, but this week he refused to eat at all. I called the Vet to take him, but he never came back and he never missed seeing me or a meal before. I know in my heart he is gone and I will miss him terrible. I already do. Goodbye me sweet boy Fluff. Thank you for coming in my life and picking me to be your human. I love you always and will miss you. Your adopted Mommy - Melody.
So sorry for your loss ❤it’s so hard to lose our pets , strays or not , still pets we love ! Bless you
@@heatherhelms74 -Thank you so much for your reply. I really appreciate it!
💜xxxxxx
I' ve been feeding a feral cat for a year. He is like clock work at meal time and has slowly grown to trust. He is my cat under the trailer. That is beautiful when they decrease their boundaries. He give me the slow blink! The neighbors call him Vadar because he has such a large head and it looks like darth vadars helmet. I call him baby. I always get concerned for him when he doesn't show up for supper. Yes, he is part of our furbaby family and I feel your loss. Thanks for sharing.
Sorry for your loss 🙏🙏. I lost two fur babies this year. Our feral, Jesse, and our indoor goddess Princess Leia. Non pet guardians will never understand the hurt of losing them. You are such a blessed soul for all you do.
So sorry for your losses 😢
@@akirk1796 thank you 🙏
😢😢
I'm so sorry for your loss. Praying for you, love one's
They are family. ❤️🙏 it's very hard, still not over my dog. Still have her ashes. don't know where to bury her. I bought urm to put her ashes little inside, where it as a necklace. She'll be near my heart
13, blind. Now I have a feral. My best companion 💕. Your excellent teacher, great blessed 🙌 person
Love to listen share your post's. Praying 🙏 for you all. Rip baby
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So sorry for your loss. We also have a Princess Leia and seeing a namesake died hurt a lot
Yes, our grief is often disenfranchised but in this corner of the internet, we are not alone. You are very much loved, Jackson. Hugs to you and your loved ones. ❤
Agreed!
A pet is a child, a baby. They give so so so much unconditional love
A pet is no different than adopting a child, feral or not. I will put you and your family in my prayers.
Here you are, broken with grief, and yet you're still recording a video and offering us your wisdom. Thank you, and I'm so very sorry for your loss. Know that you're not alone, we know it too, we feel it too. BIG HUG
As my grief counselor says, if the love is real, the grief is real. I am sorry for the loss of your sweet Alex.
I just watched the video. Hopefully, one day we can stop thinking of them as just "pets" because love can be expressed and given anywhere, as long as there is a receptive heart. Alex couldn't have been in better company.
Sending you a big hug. 🤍 🦋
She does count and she always will. ☮️❤️🐈⬛
As a veterinarian who does a lot of TNR, the love you show for your feral cats truly warms my heart. I appreciate you posting this video to show what value feral cats can bring to our lives. So very sorry for the loss of Alex.
I have 2 feral cats, who were young when they came and are now much loved house cats. I also have 2 semi feral cats who come and go... they do not want to live inside. I.have managed... with difficulty... to spay & neuter them and I love them dearly
Percy & his Mum Betty. I can Pet Percy but petting Betty is a bit dicey. I.worry about them constantly, life on the street is perilous, but that's their life& how.they want to live it
Bit of a.challenge loving feral cats, but I wouldn't change it. I feel your pain. The loss of a.loved Pet is always devastating. I have walked down that road too.often and will be again at some point. Grief is the price of.love. Blessings
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I'm so sorry about to your lost 💔🙏 I can relate a little bit I'm currently working with 2 ferals and they do something different to your heart,I strongly believe that ALL animals go to heaven so hopefully you WILL see him again in Paradise just keep faith,In God 🙏🐱💖🤍🤎💗🖤❤️💕💞💔🐱🙏
Thank you for what you do I wish more Veterinariams would get involved even it's just for a few hours on a wkend if every Veterinarian helped partipate in spay and neutering the shelters and Rescues wouldn't be so overwhelmed you would think if they love animals so much they would volunteer some of their time a few times a month I heard it from alot of rescues - shelters their having problems finding Veterinarians to spay/nueter these poor animals .. hopefully you can encourage some of your colleagues especially now with this economy people are abandoning and/or having to relinguish their pets because they can't afford to feed them ..😢😢 thank you and may God bless you
It's been 14 years since my best friend died. I still grieve. I'm sorry for the loss in your family.
Thanks for this - I recently lost my "somewhere in between cat Claude" He had been someones house cat, he was declawed and neutered but his owner probably died and he ended up as a neighborhood roaming cat. He approached me on my porch and made friends with me. He became a big part of my life but I had to respect the street life side of his being. He spent about 16 hours a day in the house in the winter but more time outside when it got warmer. I did what you said - I met him on his terms and fed him and sheltered him and took him to the vet when he got hurt in a fight. I had his friendship and love for 15 months then he got hit by a car. I have felt horrible and responsible for what happened to him so your story helps me a lot. I think I did right by him.
You did right by him. ❤
You did !!!
Thank you for this message. Yesterday I lost my beloved cat Inka. She had just turned 17. Inka was born in the alley behind our Chicago apt bldg to a feral mom. At 3 months old she was TNR'd with the expectation that she'd be a working cat and lived in a shelter on our patio. Yes, she was a fierce rodent hunter and did her job well. But she was so much more. Inka became my special girl. We'd sit together on the front steps, her sleek black form next to me or one step above at my shoulder, and we'd watch people walk by or relax as night descended. She ran with her tail in the air when I called her name and made biscuits as I petted her. She "supervised" my gardening and often rested under the leaves of the hosta plants during hot summer days. If I congregated with neighbors she sat next to my feet and stayed until i moved on. She'd trot with me back to our bldg with such joy. Our relationship was our own private world of complete trust and adoration.
Ten days ago she had a fateful encounter with either an intact male cat or a raccoon. She'd been missing for five days - an absolutely unheard of behavior for her - then returned with a terrible injury to her face. The vet prescribed antibiotics and a topical ointment. For a few days she seemed stable. Then last evening when I walked out with her dinner of wet food, I spotted her collapsed on the cement next to her shelter. By the time we were at the clinic it was too late and I had to say goodbye.
I have two indoor cats that I love very much. But Inka was my magical, brave and courageous girl. She was a free spirit to the very end. I miss her painfully and will always remember the great gift of having her in my life.
I am so sorry that you weren't able to save your sweet girl.. Thank you for loving her and making a difference in her life. Having had many a cat, indoors and out...the ones that want out can never be contained and I live knowing I could lose them anytime. I try to console myself knowing that they are truly happy living the best life they can. God bless you!
I had 15 rescue cats. I lost two dear friends this year. I know how you feel Jackson. Please know, this world is a better place because of you. Much love dear friend.
Hey Jackson, I am so sorry for your loss. I just wanted to tell you that thanks to your content, I was able to rescue three orphaned kittens (they are 3 years old now ). And last week I took in two starved, sick and very pregnant strays. One of them gave birth to six kittens yesterday. The other one seems to get close, too.
Those cats will be spayed and never have to worry about feeding hungry kittens again. And the small beans will go to good homes and never know hunger or cold.
Your work is making a HUGE difference for cats all around the world. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and also your hard times ❤
Thank you for rescuing all those cats/kittens! ❤
Thank you for this video. We lost our sweet feral little orange boy Hank last week 😢 He wandered into our yard 3 years ago and became a permanent fixture. He would always run up to me, purring and offering cat kisses. However, he never let me touch him. Sadly, Hankie stopped eating and I was able to catch him and get him to a wonderful kind emergency vet. We were with him the whole time. Hank left this world so loved and his life mattered. I truly believe he knew that because he allowed me to pet for the 1st time and he was purring while I talked to him through everything at the vet. What a wonderful honor and gift to have gained the trust and love of a feral cat.
Agreed. I had a "feral" cat when I lived in Texarkana, TX. So hard to lose what you have come to love, no matter what the circumstances.
I have had several ferals break my heart when they left this world. I’m so thankful for the time I had with them and hope to see them again someday in Heaven. ❤
Today I lost a feral friend too, Andreina probably had a stroke while she was on a high rock and just fell, we brought her to the vet but they couldn't do anything for her 😔 she leaves 5 kittens, and our saddest hearts 😢
How sad! 😟 I hope the kittens will get loving homes. Poor girl.
This is very sad I feel for you , it's very painful
Sorry for your loss😢💔🙏
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We had to watch our dear Miss Kitty die after 17 years of ruling our hearts. She was beautiful and very smart. After nearly 10 years we still look at her picture with sorrow because we still miss her but also with love for cuddlyness and returned love. My heart sends condolences to your family in mourning. Thank you for all the great tips on raising cats.
We had a feral cat. She was so sweet and loving. My sister ran an air b&b. She would greet every guest in the driveway and walk them to the house. My sister got grief from some guests because she was outside in the winter. She had a heated house on the porch. If you tried to bring her in the house, she would go nuts. We called her porch kitty. My brother in law named her Mitch. He didn't really like cats, but she became his outside cuddle buddy. One day, she was just gone. We think she was taken by an owl. It was very upsetting. She will always have a place in our harts. ❤
Jackson, your tribute was beautiful and touching. Thank you. RIP Alex and all our pet friends that we have loved. Hoping you feel peace.
It isn't "just a pet" !!
It is a soul near to our soul 🖤
You are so full of love for all cats, big and small. I have an outside family, mostly feral. I had to back off trying to get attached because my heart broke everytime one passed away, especially when it was unnatural conditions. I still feed and water them everyday, I just can't get attached. Compassion fatigue is a real thing. Sending love and hugs to you and yours
I'm sorry for your loss. Thank you for this wonderful tribute video. Gonna snuggle my fur friends now ❤
I feel for you Jackson I will be there for ALEX send off. Rest In Peace ALEX you made this world a better place. 🐾
My first live show, wanna show big love
When my cat died almost two years ago, I cried so hard my face hurt. I never cried over a person like that, I’m still sad when I think about her. Hang in there ❤
I get you I'm still crying for Morena..😢❤
@@starseed8809 hang in there, all the love 💜
I'm so so sorry. I lost my 15 year old a few months ago. Nothing is more painful than losing a pet. It hurts so deeply. Some days I still get choked up about him. He really was the best.
I'm crying with you...she was part of your family... saying goodbye is horribly difficult.
Thank you for sharing and feel embraced... I feel with you
I had a feral cat when I was 20 and I still remember how special he was. It's so painful losing an animal, feral or not, they have a special place in our hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
On a small scale I've rescued cats for decades.
IMO, feral cats are special.
Maybe I've been lucky - but my experience is that feral cats are more devoted. I love my "domesticated" cats, too, but they seem to take me/us more for granted.
Sorry for your loss!!! I had a feral I took in. She was loose in the house. LOVED and slept with my dog, but would not let me touch her. After Daisy passed it took another couple years, but she came around the last couple years of her life and slept on my bed. I had her 17 years. I know your pain. I worked with rescue for years. Peace to you all!!! Prayers and condolences.
Why would you keep and love a cat that hates you?
@@subzerofromny735 That's a bit of an insensitive question. She was part of her family, as she loved and trusted her dog enough to sleep with it. Why deprive an animal of a home, even if it isn't comfortable with physical contact?
I think the definition of hate needs some work. Different creatures have different needs. Human too. If you force your own ideas of what they should be on another being, you don't understand them. The cat felt safe. It stayed. People who are ok with that are rare and important.
Thank you for this Jackson, I often struggle with not bringing in every cat that comes by our doorstep. I take a lot of comfort in hearing you say that keeping them warm and comfortable and fed IS love! I don’t have to force any cat to live an indoor life they don’t want to live to love them. Thank you for everything you do and everything you are, and I’m so sorry for your loss 💙
I have two dogs and 3 cats who utterly grieve when made to come in the house for safety. So very sad to hear about Alex...you gave her a loving magical free life. You are a kind soul with a heart and spirit dedicated to the true nature of all felines. Cats fit no molds... one cannt force their ideal upon a cat with their own personalities. Huge Hugs Jackson . Blessings and condolences...
Our pets are our family members and it's heartbreaking when they pass. So sorry for your loss. ❤️
Exactly and I know this feeling......... Very tough one to take
Hi Jackson, I hope this small donation can be used to help memorialize Alex and celebrate her life. What a lucky pair you two were.
That is so kind- thank you so much!
So sorry for your loss, Jackson. I’m sure Alex misses you too. 😢 Thank you for all you’ve done to help these little guys live their best lives; and for being there to help us do our best to love and care for ours. Thank you. ❤
How can Alex miss him even though Alex is dead? 😂
Man you had me crying feeling what your going through, I think of a pets loss , much like going to a Fine Restaurant there's no prices on the menu, your meal is Incredible, at the end of it a bill comes and the Price you pay is equal to its Quality, much like the end of our time with a pet who has given us love and joy, the sadness of the loss is atleast equal to the amount of happiness and joy we have received . 😢
I'm sorry my friend. I have no words to express condolences on your loss.
Family is what we make it, we get to decide our families. It matters not where Alex came from, only that you considered her as family.
Or any of our other fur babies.
If you considered her as family, then she is family. :)
@@TransKidsMafia STFU animals are not any of those crazy labels you weirdos try to put on them.
Transgender ?
I'm lying here in my bed with all 5 of my darling cats. The idea that one day they will leave the earthly life is unbearable.
Losing an animal is one of the hardest things you can go through.
My prayers go out to your family tonight. And everyone else who has had to say goodbye to a loved one today🙏🏻
my oldest lil furbaby lived to 22
years old.. stormy sunnys sibling
for 18 years passed away a few months
ago the hardest video i had to upload
on my yt channel.. greetings from
sunny sasha saffire and i 🌈🐈⬛🐈🐈⬛
My sincerest condolences Jackson, we can hear your pain and grief and I hope you know you've got us for full support.
You taught me everything I know about cats and my old cat Milo (recently passed on in the last few weeks) had 15.5 years of happy cat mojo living thanks to you.
thank you brother! I just lost my junior feral. its been over 2 weeks and I still cry everyday as I miss her snuggled between my legs sleeping every single night. I miss her waking me up for her breakfast and brushing her every morning as I had my 2 coffees. listening to you has made me realize that there is another kitty out there who needs my love just as I need to love and invite another kitten into my life. thanks my cat loving friend
I’m so very sorry to hear about Alex. I lost my Scooter recently and it’s the kind of pain only us cat lovers can understand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your furry feline family. My heart is with you all 🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡
I don't really have the words Jackson, but I'm sending you a massive hug across the pond. In the garden is our adult rescue cat Peanut, who, thanks to you, will head bump. Next to me is our newly diagnosed special needs kitten Mozzarella, who has Cerebellar Hypoplasia, and thanks to you will live her best life. The loss of Alex demonstrates the two way love you guys had. Sending love and sympathy, Steph x
When I was 24 I bought a new house, got a new car and adopted my cat baby, Handsome. Handsome was a standoffish type of cat for like 8 years, he just laid near us. We just let him live the way he wanted. But then I had human babies and boy did he ABSOLUTELY love babies. From about 3m pregnant he started curling up on my lap purring. At 9m pregnant he would wrap himself around my belly and kneed my belly and our baby would push back.
Our human children were the joy of his life he slept with them every night.
During the pandemic our school was virtual for a full year and a half. Handsome never missed a class. He sat on my son’s lap and attended every single lesson of 3rd grade virtual school.
In 2022 Handsome got lever cancer and grew a tumor that was far too large to take off a 18+ year old cat. We held him while the vet sent him to Heaven. I cried like a lost a child because I did. He was my baby for the first 7 years of my life on my own. I love him so much. His ashes are on a shelf right above my head because he used to snuggle in my hair and take half my pillow to sleep.
They aren’t just pets. They are our babies. Rest in peace, Alex.
I'm lying here on my bed and can feel the warm little spot where my cat's leaning against me, sleeping and I'm really sorry you lost your little friend. It's not "fun", but your emotion lets us see what a great cat Alex was and what a lovely friend you are ❤️
I feel your pain, just 2 day ago I lost my 14 year old beautiful cat, I’m sorry for your loss, I truly appreciate what you do for us.
I'm sorry for your loss too😢 we lost ours 5 weeks ago and it still hurts like it was today 😭
It hurts and Alex will always be in your heart, it won't be a day he will be reminded the love you had and never forgotten.
Jackson Galaxy you have touched more people's hearts than you know and what you do for these furbabies and the love you have for them is amazing and I wish you the best with helping as many furbabies as you can! Your love and generosity for these animals is one of the most amazing displays of humanity ever seen anymore! Much love and respect for what you do! We can't save them all but we can, makes a difference! Bless you!
Hi Jackson - cats get into your heart. It's inevitable. Our life span is so much longer, so if anything think of all the love you have been able to provide for so many. My rescue cat Phoenix is approximately 18 now, She suddenly stopped eating and drinking and in one week looked so very old. She is an indoor girl and I was frightened and resigned to her leaving me. My vet told me the prognosis was poor. She had anti inflammatory and antibiotic injections and surprisingly she for the moment is back to her old self. Grumpy and hissy and yet at times so affectionate it makes me cry. After the second visit from the vet, she slept so close to me - almost ensuring every single part of her was touching me. I felt she really knew that I would do anything to keep her safe and her needs were more important than mine, People would say that is ridiculous, right? You wouldn't Jackson and that is what is so wonderful about you. Alex knows. Still knows. xx
I am very sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing and loving these little souls
This transcends love of cats but applies to all relationships. Loss of a cat whether indoor or feral is as painful as losing a human family member, and often even more so because our fur babies give us unconditional love and acceptance.
Sending you virtual hugs Jackson
Wonderfully said. So true. 😊
2 weeks ago I lost my young kitty to a car accident, he was my life! My emotions are still raw and don’t know if it will get better, can understand how you are feeling. 💔 Sending you hugs.
So sorry for your loss.
You'll get through it but once in a while the pain Will be back for a few minutes when you may cry but as soon as you're ok get another ball of fur it Will help. Did you know that cats always take what hurt you, they can cure or give Strength To their chosen 1 & more if you're an Empath like me. I am sincerely sorry for your loss i know its dark rn but i promess you'll be okay😢 x (i changed the wrong words caused by my damn grammar correctif it seem sick since i'm a frenchie going english sorry)
Of course it will get better. You will always feel that lang of grief when you think of your cat but time will improve the emotion. Time never heals anything but can only make it more barable
❤❤❤ I believe, no matter human or animal... The bonds we form never break. Energy never dies... So how can we? He's still with you ... Although you can't really KNOW that and can only, at best, BELIEVE... I personally believe, the ones who have left this world and transitioned, are all watching us and waiting for our time to reunite with them. Remember, energy never dies... That much we have figured out scientifically as a fact. So unless your fur-baby was a stuffed animal with no energy... He isn't "gone"... His energy just left the body it once inhabited. He loved you too... He ain't going anywhere hun... He's keeping an eye on you - waiting on his momma to transition to where he is... Which to him is in a blink of an eye... In the meantime - do all you can to transition the painful memories into joy filled ones - and take heart in what I've said about energy... I believe it because I feel it from somewhere deep down... My guess is you will too, if you really search within. ❤❤❤
Why was he outside to be able to be ran over??!!
Jackson...this is such a beautiful, meaningful sharing! Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for giving a voice to these beautiful souls. Your advocacy saves lives, and will keep saving lives. You're one of the people that I learned from about how to listen, to trust my intuition and started TNR, socializing ferals that wanted to cross that wall, and saved lives. They are so very, very dear, every one. Each loss is so hard. Have lost some to poisoning and it is tough to know that they will never be safe in their neighborhood. I live every day wondering who I will lose next, praying over them, wishing I had a house where I could relocate my little fur family. I didn't want to make this about my crew, but I wanted you to know that there are many of us who share your heart for cats. Furrever.
I have taken care of several feral cats over the years some I could not touch but I fed and loved them unconditionaly irregardless. It was never about me. Love is Unconditional.
THIS is the Jackson Galaxy most respected. Thank you for recognizing that every personality, homebody or nomad, every cat deserves love, and love is accepting their ways of loving
Wow! I'm crying
Thank you for sharing. We are a Huge cat family. We had our ferals that adopted our house as their homes. One, Paul, would never let us too close, never got to touch him, but he knew this was a safe place, where he would not be hungry or hurt. Sam was my porch buddy, so talkative, and looked a lot like your Alex. We have lost both and I feel it every day. They were just as loved as the ones who live in our house.
It count just lost my feral cat 🐈 . He lived on my property and I started feeling him and he would always come around until one day he wasn't doing good , he was so sick that i could pick him up for the first time. He made 13 wks indoor was doing good .. I gave him fenbendazole for cancer and was doing good but I made a mistake by not keeping him on the meds longer . He was such a loving cat loved to be petted for a feral cat, was on hear of . I use to rock him in my arms rocking chair and he loved it. He was amazing but he pass 5-3-2024 at 6 pm today 13 1/2 hrs ago . I can't be he gone 😪
RIP MAX 🙏 MOMMA LOVE YOU ❤️
MY SWEET BOY.
I'LL NEVER FORGET YOU .
YOU GAVE ME SO MUCH LOVE ❤️
R.I.P. ALEX WE ALL LOVE YOU
As I watched Jackson in his grief, I couldn't help but shed some tears and think about all the animals I've lost over the years. The love is real...the pain almost unbearable. Jackson, we willl certainly meet them on the other side. My condolences to you.
We lost our 17 year old black cat Samantha a month ago. It doesn't matter if you never physically touched Alex, you touched his heart and that's all that matters. Sending you love and strength.
I so get it Jackson, and I love that you love your cats as individuals. I will keep eyes peeled for a feral. My dear shelter cat Kitty Darling had to go to Kitty heaven (where I plan to go) last month. I am 81, live alone, have close but geographically distant family, and we were as close as it gets. I feel your pain w the loss of all your oh so individual cat family members.
Alex is and will always be a part of your family.
Cats are just special. Feral or tame. It hurts and breaks a heart when we lose them. Jackson, I am crying with you. I am so glad you are sharing this with us, as tribute to Alex. Yes, even ferals are worthy of love and dignity. Thank you, Jackson. God bless you and comfort you.
I am so so sorry, it's so difficult. Sending hugs to all!
R.I.P. Alex. Much love and peace to you and your family.
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I've had a couple of ferals in my life and I loved them just like my house pets. Little Bit was the only one that would come into the house but always had to have an escape route. It is about the relationship, not the living arrangements.
Thank you, Jackson, for a beautiful tribute video. May God bless you and your family for caring for these beautiful cats, and for teaching us all how to love our lovely cats even more.
Sorry for your loss. "The paradise will never be paradise, unless my cats are there, waiting for me...". Much love to you.
Poor lil baby
Yes meet them on their terms takes lots of time and patience with a heart full of love puddling over for them
They ARE part of the family, and for ever remembered and missed. Goodbye Mason, Batcat, Wally, Cilla Black, Cinchilla, Tiger, CP, Thomas, Bruiser, Harley, Longneck, and the home ones, Lola, Sonny, and Gustav... goodbye Alex..run free forever.
Prions pour nos bb''🐾🐾🐈🐈🙏🙏✨✨
In July, we lost our dear LucyBelle, who was nearly 21, and I’ve never grieved so much for a pet or human in my life. I’m still grieving. So, I totally understand. Sending you comfort and blessings. ❤
i recently lost my cat and im googling ways to grieve and cope. but i did hear we'll be able to see our pets again in heaven that helps .
I’m so sorry to all of you who have lost your fur babies. ❤
I lost my dear childhood cat this week, I feel so empty inside. She was there with me every day for 19 years and now she´s just gone!
Jackson, your heart is pure,, you are a very special person ❤😺
Когда уходят наши четвероногие друзья,они всегда забирают частичку нашей души. Мы живём ради них))
Beautifully said.Meow🐈⬛
Sabias palabras que encierran bellos sentimientos hacia nuestra familia de mascotas
We love you, Jackson! Me & my boy Seabiscuit are sending you hugs & kitty kisses and we’re crying along with you. Seabiscuit lost his twin sister recently, I lost my sweet Bubba. It never is easy but only because we love so much. Eternally grateful for the love you share. I wish I could take your pain for you, cause I would in a heartbeat. Love love and rest in peace, sweet kitty! 🌹🌹🌹🌹
This broke my heart. I’m sorry for your loss. I hate it when people don’t get that your pets are your family as much as any human. I have 2 little 6 month old kittens, Leela and Nyssa. They are my wee Ladies. Love them to bits. It’s just me and them in my home. I’ve had them 4 months now and can’t imagine life without them. I’m 49 now and take some comfort in knowing we will all grow old together.
Thank you Jackson for sharing your memorial of your beloved furry family member, Alex. And for unapologetically expressing what, we guardians of feral cats (or community cats as we call them in Waco TX) understand... You can't name, feed, shelter, or care for these wonderful creatures without loving them --and they do become part of the family. Without question, Alex knew/knows you loved/loves her. Thank you for your compassion and dedication. I am truly sorry for your loss.
😿I think I can safely say anyone here understands. You're among friends, and your experiences have been so appreciated for years. Your kitties have been a big part of all that. With your help, I've been able to learn to communicate with my kitty. (Well, to a point. ;)
"Every cat is an individual." A very important lesson.
Heartfelt thanks to your love for kitties.
Thank you, Cat Daddy. I am the mom of a feral kitty whom I named Beautiful. I needed to hear your words about loving feral tiny tigers to know that I'm doing everything I can do to help and love her the best I can. God bless you & Alex and all your fur babies. You be da man!
Awe! Dios los bendiga mucho y les carguen en sus brazos poderosos la paz, cuál es Su Paz Unico, hasta llenarlos.
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Aren't We Blessed to Know Them❤️❤️
Thank you for your tribute to Alex and other ferral cat family members. Friendly hug and prayers. Alex was fortunate to know you, also.
Oh Jackson, I am so sorry. The people who tell you they were 'just a pet' don't have that same love and connection with their animals as we do. Don't let anyone make you feel like your grief is wrong.
But, thank you... thank you for sharing that moment of vulnerability with us all. Alex, all your kitties from all the years past, and every kitty you made a difference for will be waiting to swarm you with love when you cross the rainbow bridge ❤
I have just lost my 19 year old boy...I was just trying to be ready,at 17,18 he was still mobile and even running around!He was so strong.A miracle boy indeed.We had this amazing bond...I felt him slowly letting go.
He was a part of my childhood,my teenage years and my early adult years.
Been following you for a long time.Adoring your work and your love for animals,especially cats.
Thank you.
I believe our companions are sent to us to teach us to love and to let go.