@@9000ck As a Chinese woman scientist and author of book 'Women scientists in the Qing Dynasty' I found it so so adorable too thank you very much. I explore more in my latest book.
He looks like a little thunderstorm cloud which perfectly represents his strong character! I wish the baby Church the happiest life a cat can have! May he never know hunger or fear and be happy in his new home and family ❤
Thank you for rescuing and socializing this little cutie. People often fail to understand that hissing is fear. A cat like this is not aggressive it's terrified. Once its fears are assuaged you can see the loving kitty they are underneath it all.
Yes, I'm glad you said some. this woman is amazing but I do rescue too and I am So angry at the people who abandon their cats. If any of you are reading this ( and I expect you're not) for the love of God, at least get your cat neutered before you abandon them.
@@BlueberryLoveMuffinn Yes, I’m sure you were standing nearby, watching as his mother left him there and walked away, just to later come back and search for her kitten. Couldn’t possibly be the case that he was on his own because his mother was hurt, dead, or trapped.
I know this woman's feeling. My Uncle had an incredibly spicy cat who didn't like anybody named Bramble. I would come across her in her cat bed, and talk to her, and hold my finger out to her. She would sniff it, then hiss, and I would just say, "Okay, see you later", and walk away. Each time I saw her, she would let me get closer to her, and eventually let me touch her. I'd start scratching her ear, and eventually she would hiss when she wanted me to stop, and again, I'd say "Okay, see you later", and leave her alone. But each visit, she let me scratch her longer, and eventually, she would stop hissing, and just move her head away when she wanted me to stop. It all built to one day I was sitting on my Uncle's couch, and Bramble walked up to me. I smiled, and said "Hello", and she jumped up on the couch, and walked right onto my lap, and sat down. She was even purring. It felt like such a victory after about two years of our little visits. I even called my Aunt and Uncle in to see it, and they were amazed to see her sitting on my lap and letting me pet her. Proud moment of my youth, and miss that girl.
Yep! Poor Fluffy Fella was living under a small trashcan like Oscar the Grouch. Job well done..I want an update on that little man. Probably a cat loving life these days
He’s a spicy little ghost pepper! You are such an amazing person to go out of your way and accept his fierce scratches, bites and spits so you can help him. He’s so adorable.❤❤❤
Church is a testament to your love Cass! You found a tired and weary kitten unable to comprehend that life could have love in it. Against all odds you found his heart and gave him yours! Thank you for your compassion and courage!
That little tough burrito with the low key growl, SO PRECIOUS! Right there I knew this kitten was a survivor. Church is going to be an amazing cat and best friend. This is all because of a wonderful rescuer.
He was yelling about everything and smacking everything including food bowls. Poor lil'guy was terrified! Love that he learned how to trust you. He's a smart boy.
Wow! That was one stressed kitten. He / She was probably fighting for their life on the streets; other cats, rats, ??? The woman did the hard way and got bitten but she's still an angel to all strays. Thanks so much to her!!
I just rescued 3 cats from a motel garage in North Wisconsin. A mama orange tabby, and her 2 kittens, a black tabby and an identical twin to mama. They are still together and living inside being warm and protected. I semi adopted them myself for the first 2 months of the kitties lives so I got them very used to humans and they are all very loving. It was the greatest thing I've ever done besides rescuing my dog.
What a transformation. It's all about being patient with feral kittens and getting their trust. Especially if they were born outside, but the best thing is that he was young enough to be socialized more easily. So glad he found a forever home.......He's gonna bring so much happiness to his now pawrents.
This video shows why a cat's love is so special... not only do you have to earn it, you have to gain their complete trust. Seeing little Church go from a spicy little storm cloud to a sweet little fluff ball is so endearing. Bless this woman for her infinite kindness and patience... that was what got Church a safe home with a loving family. Hope he has a good, long, happy life with them.
I had a cat that did that growel thing when I first got him, within a week he was like putty in my hands, he trusted me and knew straight away that he was my top priority. He was so loving, people think cats are standoffish I’ve never got that vibe from any cat I’ve owned they’ve always been loving and want all the attention I can give!
Finally! A woman that has the same heart for animals that I do, no matter if she gets bit or scratched. She is very brave and selfless. I personally have never been bit by an animal, but I have been scratched several times, and I still will help them every chance I get.
Finally? There are millions of more dedicated animal lovers, fosters, people that had completely modified their homes to accommodate dozens of cats, spend their life saving building havens, “retirement homes”, rescues for cats and kittens…dedicate their lives rescuing strays, working at TNR, saving cats/kittens from abysmal hoarding situations. Thank you for caring about animals and treating you kindly…and thank you to the maker of the video. Thank you all the wonderful animal lovers. Please spay and neuter your pets and keep your cats indoors/ train them to walk on a leash/restrict their outdoor range.
This kind woman ( highly intelligent and sensitive) has made a great video about the power of love and intelligence working together. Bravo. You are such a wonderful role model. And the toughest part is letting go of the kitten to a new home. Wow! You are amazing.
What an adorable kitten! And so brave and feisty defending himself despite his young age. Thank goodness that such understanding and patient people found him! ♥️
I'm constantly amazed by people like Amber who sacrifice a little piece of their heart every time they adopt out a foster they've dedicated themselves to. It would totally break me, but the work she does is so obviously essential and appreciated.
I thought you were a real sweet person to rescue a kitten until the video got to the point when you said you rehome felines. You are an AMAZING person to put all that work and effort into a kitten that will be going to someone else. It sounds like you are careful who you release your rescue to, which is AWESOME!
Yeah, it is so important to appreciate foster parents (For animals or kids!) because they are always a home for those that don't have one. As a kid I was in foster care so hearing she fostered stray kittens really warmed my heart. I'd be homeless if it wasn't for my foster parents!
This lovely story truly made my day! The tenacity of this woman to help a petrified little kitty is beyond amazing. My 14 year old kitty Bubsey girl found me when she was 2 years old living on the street. I believe she belonged to a man who abused her and didn't want her anymore and threw her out on the street. She got in with a ferrel community the day I moved into my new place she found me and ran over to me and plopped down on her back and showed me her belly. It took me approximately 9 months to make my kitty a full in door house cat. I couldn't imagine my life without her. Bubsey girl will be 15 years old in June 23. 💓
You are a great woman to love Church so much and still able to find him a wonderful permanent home and let him go, so that you can free up your space and save more cats. It is truly a hard thing to do.
Reminds me of the slightly older cat I adopted from a rescue shelter. She looked fully grown already. Probably around 10~12 months old at the time. When I took her to my place she hid for the first 2 days. Then she finally went to the food bowl I had for her and ate something while I was asleep, or at least when I wasn't in my kitchen. It took a full week before I even saw her at all, really. It took almost a month before she trusted me enough to be in the same room. And finally, after a full 4 months, I was able to pet her for the very first time. I was cooking dinner and she sat behind me on the floor. So I decided to just try it. I slowly leaned back and down, making sure she could see what I was doing. And for the very first time I could pet her. It literally brought me to tears. I cried while trying to keep my composure as I gently pet her. Such a wonderful moment for her to finally trust me enough to touch her. After that things slowly got better. She never became a lap cat. But she'd allow me to pet her more and more. And after like 6 months she actually slept in my bed as I was sleeping as well. Only at the end, where my feet were. But still, she slept in the same bed as me. Sometimes she'd even relax on the chair beside me. (My desk had 2 chairs back then) Sadly after about 1.5 years she got hit by a car and didn't make it... (yes I let my cats outside. It's my belief that cats are "outdoor animals" and shouldn't be locked up inside all the time.) I wish I could have spent more time with her. I will admit that after that I got a new cat (or kitten) as soon as I could. I couldn't bear the thought of my house being empty apart from just me again. This kitten was also at an animal shelter. In the quarantine ward no less. She was still so small. Maybe 5 weeks at most? But as soon as I opened her cage she wanted pets and cuddles. She just wanted to be out of that cage and be loved. So I took her. I figured a new environment would be scary so I started her off in my bedroom on my bed. Just opening the cage to see what she'd do. She instantly started exploring the apartment. No fear at all. Not of me or the new environment. And now, 7 years later, that same "kitten" is still with me. My cute (and often demanding) little black cat. I love her to bits, and give her a treat outside of her normal food almost every single day. Not to mention petting her every day and going out of my way to go downstairs to let her out whenever she wants to. (I moved from an apartment to a small house while I had her.) When she eventually dies (curse you cat years vs human years!) I will definitely go to a shelter again. Those cats deserve just as much love as any other. And at that time, I think I'll go for an older cat again, not a kitten. Older cats deserve a loving and comfortable home as well. I went for a kitten this time around because I felt I couldn't handle another "months of no contact and distrust" a second time, but for my next cat I want to provide an older cat with a loving home again.
It is tough to gain the trust of a cat who has like no human social skills, but when you finally do get that confirmation, whether it's a lick, meow, or purr, it is the sweetest most wonderful thing in the world.
So my family adopted cats 4 years ago and they were both found in a truck stop. We had them for about a week at this point and Hercules would only come out at night. Well he was playing with a toy and I went into the living room and laid down right in the middle just watching him and no subtle movements. He walked up booped my nose with his, stood on top of my head and then fell asleep on my back. I was the first to have any form of interaction like that with him. It was amazing.
Gaining the trust of an animal is such a powerful experience. It's like breaking a language barrier. That was one scared cat who was in full on self protect mode. Well done!
What a beautiful human being you are to be so determined, wise and loving. Spicey found you. Cats choose the humans, remember. On some level he knew you'd totally be there for him. Bless you both ❤️🙏🐱
I watch this video every few months and it STILL cracks me up how this kitten hate-eats his spoon-fed wet food. He's so mad, but u can tell he LOVES it by all the lip smacking. LOL
What a beautiful little soul! So grateful you take the time to help these little fur balls find their way to love and safety. Not to be afraid of him or angry at him for lashing out due to his fear is a wonderful thing. Love his story.
What a beautiful doll. Poor thing all it's known is fending off to survive. It needs so much love to trust. Thank you for sparing and sharing, glad it has a loving family to share it's life.
Every little breakthrough and her covering her mouth. I feel that. We foster and re-home and I bawl like a baby every time they leave but having those tough cases where they are scared and angry at 1st. Those are the most rewarding. To watch them turn into sweet and cuddly is the best feeling ever. The growling while eating kills me.
Our kitty wasn't even close to this kind of aggression, but you are so right about the feeling you get when you earn the trust of that little beauty. Forming a true bond with anything that can love you back is a thing of beauty.
It's his little grumbles as he eats that get me lol. I'm glad he was given space to adapt and now he can live the rest of his spicy life with his new human.
Wow!!! This woman is such a blessing, her commitment with helping this little one is amazing. Here in Hawaii the number of abandoned cats and baby kittens living on the streets is pretty sad. Wish there was more of you in the world.
Spicy and so beautiful! That color,wow! My mom had a silver grey beauty and she could be spicy,too. Loved her so much. I'm so happy he found his home. Good job!💙
I love the spicy kittens. I've rescued a few and they all became love muffins eventually. She got him at just the right age. Longest it took me to rehab an adult spicy cat was a year. My gray kitty was my favourite, she recently passed from an undiagnosed heart condition. Best cat ever
I'm so sorry for your lost! I have a grey kitty of my own who was dumped on my school campus during the pandemic, and after overcoming her fear she's such a cuddle bug.
Every time this pops up I have to watch and get emotional all over again. To win over a feral cat at any age is such a pure emotion of joy & love it feels as though your heart will burst!
that babies like please do not eat me I am sorry I won't hiss just don't eat me🤣 that sweet innocence of a feral baby not wanting to be eaten innocent of the idea that a human lady want to be nice to them🤣
Your patience was amazing. Few people would invest such time consuming efforts to for lack of experience raise a stray or abandoned animal. Beautiful story.
I had a feral cat took at least a year to get them to come in the house and eat . He Would eat outside my door but wouldn’t come in another six months to come in and eat if I close the door he went crazy but after all Problems, he was a great cat and lived a long time with me I miss him still
Thank you for taking him in. I didn't know cat hoodies were a thing. I stitched a pocket onto an old sweatshirt to make one years ago when I had an abandoned infant kitty to take care of.
Spicy kitty is such an accurate word! Feisty little guy! But wow this story pulled at my heart strings! Im glad she did not give up on him and got him to trust her and know the meaning of love and nurture
I took on a kitten like this, probably worse! It took so long to tame him. He bit me and his tooth went through my finger nail when I first got him home. I made lots of mistakes, it probably took much longer, but he eventually came to trust me. It was last Christmas day that he jumped on my lap when I was watching TV. I felt so privileged, he finally accepted me. Now we're best buddies.
His little growls and spits are adorable. It's so clear that he's frightened, not angry. Poor little guy.
I know, right? He's trying to be all scary and badass, but he's just too darn adorable! 😂
yep! that’s most cats .. cats are rarely angry .. they lash out out of pain or fear
Can you answer in more detail?
Exactly you can even hear him crying when he couldn’t escape.
@@SheilaDay-qc6xq the cat wasn't growling and spitting bc it was angry, it was doing that because it was frightened and wanted to seem intimidating.
I am always shocked by just how incredibly strong a kitten can be. Brave lady and she never held a grudge for those bites and scratches.
Kittens and 20 year old cats on their deathbeds ... their muscles are very impressive.
Can't blame a cat for being a cat.
? why should she hold a grudge ?
@Brock Garrett I hope life treats you as you treat others, ádh mór amadán mór 😉
@Brock Garrett damnnn got me good hahahahha.
The growling while eating 'Imma eat this but Imma hate every second of it, just so you know' 😂😂😂😂
And when he's sitting on her shoulder, but still gives out a little hiss. Lol
@@julieharden2433 ikr! That bit had me creased 😂
😂😂😂
I have to say, that was the most adorable part of the video for me.
@@9000ck As a Chinese woman scientist and author of book 'Women scientists in the Qing Dynasty'
I found it so so adorable too thank you very much. I explore more in my latest book.
“I’m sorry I won’t breathe now “ lmao
Meanwhile the kitten enjoying the great food with one eye open. Love this !
More like one eye open *wide*. He's not sleep eating after all.
I know, it's Angry Talking Tom!
And she literally held her breathe and diverted her face when she needed to breathe. LOL
🎶 Eat with one eye open, gripping the towel tight 🎶
He looks like a little thunderstorm cloud which perfectly represents his strong character! I wish the baby Church the happiest life a cat can have! May he never know hunger or fear and be happy in his new home and family ❤
Thunderstorm cloud yup, and cute too😄❤️
The grey cat my family had growing up name was Storm. He was the sweetest and most beautiful cat.
So much thunder wrath coming from a little cat.
With love and light the thunder storm will clear.
Beautiful comment! 🙂🐱
Even at his wildest, he is the cutest little nugget of fluffiness I've ever seen. What a kitty.
yes
Thank you for rescuing and socializing this little cutie. People often fail to understand that hissing is fear. A cat like this is not aggressive it's terrified. Once its fears are assuaged you can see the loving kitty they are underneath it all.
damn true
Should have punted it to the curb like a deflated football.
yesssssssss
Hissing is also pissed off.
@@oriolesfan7807 wrong!
I cried when he crawled into your hoodie. Every little creature deserves some love, maybe a little extra too. Wonderful
Thanks for being patient with the little kitten and showing him that some humans are nice
@@Martell-XO tf?
Yes, I'm glad you said some. this woman is amazing but I do rescue too and I am So angry at the people who abandon their cats. If any of you are reading this ( and I expect you're not) for the love of God, at least get your cat neutered before you abandon them.
The fact that she cried, when he first licked her finger or meowed at her shows that this woman truly truly is a kind soul
Yes and the way she took her time to find the right owner God bless her🙏🏾
That kitten doesn’t need rescuing! It was waiting for it’s mother! That kitten’s mother is now morning the loss of its kitten!
I know
@@BlueberryLoveMuffinn Yes, I’m sure you were standing nearby, watching as his mother left him there and walked away, just to later come back and search for her kitten. Couldn’t possibly be the case that he was on his own because his mother was hurt, dead, or trapped.
@@BlueberryLoveMuffinn I know ❤❤❤
I know this woman's feeling. My Uncle had an incredibly spicy cat who didn't like anybody named Bramble. I would come across her in her cat bed, and talk to her, and hold my finger out to her. She would sniff it, then hiss, and I would just say, "Okay, see you later", and walk away. Each time I saw her, she would let me get closer to her, and eventually let me touch her. I'd start scratching her ear, and eventually she would hiss when she wanted me to stop, and again, I'd say "Okay, see you later", and leave her alone. But each visit, she let me scratch her longer, and eventually, she would stop hissing, and just move her head away when she wanted me to stop.
It all built to one day I was sitting on my Uncle's couch, and Bramble walked up to me. I smiled, and said "Hello", and she jumped up on the couch, and walked right onto my lap, and sat down. She was even purring. It felt like such a victory after about two years of our little visits. I even called my Aunt and Uncle in to see it, and they were amazed to see her sitting on my lap and letting me pet her.
Proud moment of my youth, and miss that girl.
The cat didn't like anybody named Bramble? How many people named Bramble did she know?
Good job! I’m sure the cat was much happier after you chilled it out. 😸
Bramble sounds like it was a very fitting name for the spicy bean.
Patience is truly a virtue. The rewards are unmatched. Thanks for sharing such a sweet story. 😊
That is a victory!
Had a similar rescue in 2000 off the street in suburban Philly. He had a 21 year beautiful indoor life! RIP Ashes.
Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of your dear sweet Ashes 😭😿💔
Omg he's on your shoulders and still hissing lmao
He's precious 💕
I love that... "Watch it, lady. I'm still not sure about you."
Exactly .. that had me rolling
ditto😆
"Yeah, ok, so, whatever, I kinda trust you but, don't press it toots!"
LOL I'm going to climb on you but that doesn't mean you get to look at me.
The breakthrough moments are so special, when you first earn their trust, then their respect and finally their love. those are the precious moments...
Cats don't respect humans. Humans respect cats.
He's gorgeous. Poor pumpkin is scared. God Bless You for rescuing this cat.
Yep! Poor Fluffy Fella was living under a small trashcan like Oscar the Grouch.
Job well done..I want an update on that little man. Probably a cat loving life these days
Ikr
What an amazing person you are. Thank you for rescuing this kitten.
He’s a spicy little ghost pepper! You are such an amazing person to go out of your way and accept his fierce scratches, bites and spits so you can help him. He’s so adorable.❤❤❤
Hello Pamela how are you doing today
@@stevenanthony8952 So did you get her?
@@The_Beast_666 he smeshed
This woman is an angel,god damn, what a gem. We need more humans on this earth like her.
Hello Kimberly how are you doing today
Dude touch grass
she is an attention seeking millennial using cat rescuing as a vehicle to expand her audience
Yeah, we should BE that person, instead of hoping others will be. But I agree. what a lovely person.
God's last name isn't dam ❤️🇺🇸
What a caring soul this young lady has.
His name is Church! I love that! Fandom all over the place
For me, there is no feeling like the one I get from a feral kitten finally trusting me. I cry every time. Thank you for saving this precious baby.
Hello Vicki how are you doing today
Church is a testament to your love Cass! You found a tired and weary kitten unable to comprehend that life could have love in it. Against all odds you found his heart and gave him yours! Thank you for your compassion and courage!
That is a lovely comment and I second it!
Hello Michelle how are you doing today
Is it not named church from the cat on Pet Sematary? Cause he's so feisty like church was after he was resurrected.
Beautifully explained
That little tough burrito with the low key growl, SO PRECIOUS! Right there I knew this kitten was a survivor. Church is going to be an amazing cat and best friend. This is all because of a wonderful rescuer.
Yes sirreee. 👌
The growl while he ate is hilarious! Great job!
He’s so utterly gorgeous I don’t know how you could give him up! But thankyou for giving life and love to this dear little kitten.
I could have never let him go! He's truly a beautiful cat. I'm sure it was hard for her!
He was yelling about everything and smacking everything including food bowls. Poor lil'guy was terrified! Love that he learned how to trust you. He's a smart boy.
Wow! That was one stressed kitten. He / She was probably fighting for their life on the streets; other cats, rats, ??? The woman did the hard way and got bitten but she's still an angel to all strays. Thanks so much to her!!
Something had to happen to the Mom/siblings/even Dad/cousins for it to be alone.
This lady is a gem. She truly loved this little cat.
👍👍👍
I just rescued 3 cats from a motel garage in North Wisconsin. A mama orange tabby, and her 2 kittens, a black tabby and an identical twin to mama. They are still together and living inside being warm and protected. I semi adopted them myself for the first 2 months of the kitties lives so I got them very used to humans and they are all very loving. It was the greatest thing I've ever done besides rescuing my dog.
God bless you🙂✝️
😀
Bless your heart, thank you so much, may God reward u❤
What's a "mama"?
@@JohnyG29 i think the mother (you say it like that in some country 's)
What a transformation. It's all about being patient with feral kittens and getting their trust.
Especially if they were born outside, but the best thing is that he was young enough to be
socialized more easily. So glad he found a forever home.......He's gonna bring so much happiness
to his now pawrents.
The same as when meeting women and texting them. Be patient and dont pursue, they will come to you slowly.
This video shows why a cat's love is so special... not only do you have to earn it, you have to gain their complete trust. Seeing little Church go from a spicy little storm cloud to a sweet little fluff ball is so endearing. Bless this woman for her infinite kindness and patience... that was what got Church a safe home with a loving family. Hope he has a good, long, happy life with them.
Storm would have been a perfect name for her
Nothing cuter than a spicy kitten that gets rehabilitated
"Murder mittens" 😂😂
What a cute story. Glad you rescued him. 💚
That is cute
purfect
Reminds me of Vanessa over on The Girl with the Dogs channel...
She's a pet groomer who always calls them 'murder mittens' and 'death daggers' 💖
Cute🥰
fiesty little guy
Cat - “I’ll sit on your shoulders now thank you very much.”
Her - “Hi!”
Cat - “Don’t you dare speak to me while I am up here!”
Haha yeah that’s what it was like I’ll sit here but don’t pay attention to me
Church: BE SILENT, CHAIR.
@@ladysilverwynde😂😂😂😂😂
😂😂😂😂😂😂
1:49 ❤😭 I love him so much!
him growling while he ate was the cutest.
That was it for me too🥰
I had a cat that did that growel thing when I first got him, within a week he was like putty in my hands, he trusted me and knew straight away that he was my top priority. He was so loving, people think cats are standoffish I’ve never got that vibe from any cat I’ve owned they’ve always been loving and want all the attention I can give!
Gremlin sounds intensify
"I will eat, but know I'm still mad at you woman!" 😂😂
Finally! A woman that has the same heart for animals that I do, no matter if she gets bit or scratched. She is very brave and selfless. I personally have never been bit by an animal, but I have been scratched several times, and I still will help them every chance I get.
Finally? There are millions of more dedicated animal lovers, fosters, people that had completely modified their homes to accommodate dozens of cats, spend their life saving building havens, “retirement homes”, rescues for cats and kittens…dedicate their lives rescuing strays, working at TNR, saving cats/kittens from abysmal hoarding situations.
Thank you for caring about animals and treating you kindly…and thank you to the maker of the video. Thank you all the wonderful animal lovers. Please spay and neuter your pets and keep your cats indoors/ train them to walk on a leash/restrict their outdoor range.
This kind woman ( highly intelligent and sensitive) has made a great video about the power of love and intelligence working together. Bravo. You are such a wonderful role model. And the toughest part is letting go of the kitten to a new home. Wow! You are amazing.
“Murder mittens”! Love it!! Lucky kitty...patience goes a long way. What a lovely rescue!
What an adorable kitten! And so brave and feisty defending himself despite his young age. Thank goodness that such understanding and patient people found him! ♥️
He was free she just sold him wtf are u on
I love the sounds this kitten makes. He’s so cute to be so spicy. What an angel of a woman to rescue him.
He's a real survivor!! Being that fierce is why he was still alive
Oh my goodness! That fuzzy piranha is adorable. Thanks for enduring the bloodletting. The tiny hiss on your shoulder was just too much.
fuzzy piranha😂that's such a cute, accurate description
@@_mollusc_lover_1509 😄
A wee blood letting furry leech of medieval medicine! 😅
I'm constantly amazed by people like Amber who sacrifice a little piece of their heart every time they adopt out a foster they've dedicated themselves to. It would totally break me, but the work she does is so obviously essential and appreciated.
How beautiful...bless you for your patience and loving care....
I thought you were a real sweet person to rescue a kitten until the video got to the point when you said you rehome felines. You are an AMAZING person to put all that work and effort into a kitten that will be going to someone else. It sounds like you are careful who you release your rescue to, which is AWESOME!
She connects human/animal soul mates.
Yeah, it is so important to appreciate foster parents (For animals or kids!) because they are always a home for those that don't have one. As a kid I was in foster care so hearing she fostered stray kittens really warmed my heart. I'd be homeless if it wasn't for my foster parents!
This lovely story truly made my day! The tenacity of this woman to help a petrified little kitty is beyond amazing. My 14 year old kitty Bubsey girl found me when she was 2 years old living on the street. I believe she belonged to a man who abused her and didn't want her anymore and threw her out on the street. She got in with a ferrel community the day I moved into my new place she found me and ran over to me and plopped down on her back and showed me her belly. It took me approximately 9 months to make my kitty a full in door house cat. I couldn't imagine my life without her. Bubsey girl will be 15 years old in June 23. 💓
Hello Stephanie how are you doing today
She knew you would be hers even if she had to wait 9 months. 🥰
You are a great woman to love Church so much and still able to find him a wonderful permanent home and let him go, so that you can free up your space and save more cats. It is truly a hard thing to do.
Reminds me of the slightly older cat I adopted from a rescue shelter. She looked fully grown already. Probably around 10~12 months old at the time. When I took her to my place she hid for the first 2 days. Then she finally went to the food bowl I had for her and ate something while I was asleep, or at least when I wasn't in my kitchen. It took a full week before I even saw her at all, really. It took almost a month before she trusted me enough to be in the same room. And finally, after a full 4 months, I was able to pet her for the very first time. I was cooking dinner and she sat behind me on the floor. So I decided to just try it. I slowly leaned back and down, making sure she could see what I was doing. And for the very first time I could pet her. It literally brought me to tears. I cried while trying to keep my composure as I gently pet her. Such a wonderful moment for her to finally trust me enough to touch her.
After that things slowly got better. She never became a lap cat. But she'd allow me to pet her more and more. And after like 6 months she actually slept in my bed as I was sleeping as well. Only at the end, where my feet were. But still, she slept in the same bed as me. Sometimes she'd even relax on the chair beside me. (My desk had 2 chairs back then)
Sadly after about 1.5 years she got hit by a car and didn't make it... (yes I let my cats outside. It's my belief that cats are "outdoor animals" and shouldn't be locked up inside all the time.) I wish I could have spent more time with her.
I will admit that after that I got a new cat (or kitten) as soon as I could. I couldn't bear the thought of my house being empty apart from just me again. This kitten was also at an animal shelter. In the quarantine ward no less. She was still so small. Maybe 5 weeks at most? But as soon as I opened her cage she wanted pets and cuddles. She just wanted to be out of that cage and be loved. So I took her. I figured a new environment would be scary so I started her off in my bedroom on my bed. Just opening the cage to see what she'd do. She instantly started exploring the apartment. No fear at all. Not of me or the new environment.
And now, 7 years later, that same "kitten" is still with me. My cute (and often demanding) little black cat. I love her to bits, and give her a treat outside of her normal food almost every single day. Not to mention petting her every day and going out of my way to go downstairs to let her out whenever she wants to. (I moved from an apartment to a small house while I had her.)
When she eventually dies (curse you cat years vs human years!) I will definitely go to a shelter again. Those cats deserve just as much love as any other. And at that time, I think I'll go for an older cat again, not a kitten. Older cats deserve a loving and comfortable home as well. I went for a kitten this time around because I felt I couldn't handle another "months of no contact and distrust" a second time, but for my next cat I want to provide an older cat with a loving home again.
OMG, that growling then eating, growling then eating, he can't decide what he's feeling lol. I love you all, thank you!
Hello Kathleen how are you doing today
Thank you for rescuing Little Burrito. You did a great job with much patience and love. What a beautiful baby!
i perfer to call him/her murder mittens
It is tough to gain the trust of a cat who has like no human social skills, but when you finally do get that confirmation, whether it's a lick, meow, or purr, it is the sweetest most wonderful thing in the world.
So my family adopted cats 4 years ago and they were both found in a truck stop. We had them for about a week at this point and Hercules would only come out at night. Well he was playing with a toy and I went into the living room and laid down right in the middle just watching him and no subtle movements. He walked up booped my nose with his, stood on top of my head and then fell asleep on my back. I was the first to have any form of interaction like that with him. It was amazing.
The work people like you do is so incredible. It must take so much patience. Your kindness made me smile today. ❤
Gaining the trust of an animal is such a powerful experience. It's like breaking a language barrier. That was one scared cat who was in full on self protect mode.
Well done!
Hello Shane how are you doing today
Yes full on survival mode
It always makes me laugh how spicy kittens can be and then when they warm up to you, it's the sweetest and tiniest of meows haha.
Such a beautiful person we need more people like her in this world.
Your patience is admirable! You gave that kitty whatever he needed. You are a queen!
Appreciate people like you in the world. Thank you so much!
The worst bite I have ever gotten was from a tiny kitten. I'm so happy you were able to save him and gain his trust.
Shouldn’t she get the rabies shot as precaution?
Those needle teeth are no joke. My little lady used to wrestle my hand before I trained her and it was SO painful.
Thank you for consistent caring and gentleness while dealing with Church. You have changed a life for the better.
The world thanks you for your service!
Yes, thank you.
The sight of Church coming to like his rescuer made me cry! So precious! 😭
You beautiful soul. Great job young lady. He's beautiful now, with patience. God bless you 🙏
Hello Amy how are you doing today
What a beautiful human being you are to be so determined, wise and loving. Spicey found you. Cats choose the humans, remember. On some level he knew you'd totally be there for him. Bless you both ❤️🙏🐱
I watch this video every few months and it STILL cracks me up how this kitten hate-eats his spoon-fed wet food. He's so mad, but u can tell he LOVES it by all the lip smacking. LOL
Thank you for sharing this..that precious kitten is blessed that he has you..Bless your heart....
Hello Cecillia how are you doing today
Facts
What a beautiful little soul! So grateful you take the time to help these little fur balls find their way to love and safety. Not to be afraid of him or angry at him for lashing out due to his fear is a wonderful thing. Love his story.
Isn’t the best when a kitty finally trusts you. You are amazing Amber.
It IS an incredible feeling to have a cat begin to trust u!
It's like a gold medal for your Soul!
What a beautiful doll.
Poor thing all it's known is fending off to survive.
It needs so much love to trust.
Thank you for sparing and sharing, glad it has a loving family to share it's life.
We had a gray cat named Church. He was the sweetest. RIP Church, your kitten twin is living the life for you.
Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of your dear sweet Church 😭😿💔
Thank you so much to the wonderful rescuer!!! Thank you for your patience and kindness! Need more lovely humans like you!!!
I think earning the love of a stray kitten would beat finding “Prince Charming” any day. So much serotonin! 😍🥰
Rescuers are Angels 👼🏽
Every little breakthrough and her covering her mouth. I feel that. We foster and re-home and I bawl like a baby every time they leave but having those tough cases where they are scared and angry at 1st. Those are the most rewarding. To watch them turn into sweet and cuddly is the best feeling ever. The growling while eating kills me.
Church is beyond cute, he has human eyes! So adorable! I hope he has his own Instagram account! Thanks for rescuing him! 🙏❤️
Our kitty wasn't even close to this kind of aggression, but you are so right about the feeling you get when you earn the trust of that little beauty. Forming a true bond with anything that can love you back is a thing of beauty.
Love people showing this sort of kindness to animals.
It's his little grumbles as he eats that get me lol. I'm glad he was given space to adapt and now he can live the rest of his spicy life with his new human.
2:05 cracks me up. Churchy STILL held his boundaries!
"No lookie at me!" 🤣
🤣🤣🤣😻
💀🤣🤣
Too cute! 😂
That made me lol
@@BrianYYH Churchy hit the “ I wish you would” HISS on her 👀🤣
This has to be one of my all-time favorite dodo stories. 😻😻😻
Wow!!! This woman is such a blessing, her commitment with helping this little one is amazing. Here in Hawaii the number of abandoned cats and baby kittens living on the streets is pretty sad. Wish there was more of you in the world.
Such a beautiful cat with expressive eyes !
Spicy and so beautiful! That color,wow! My mom had a silver grey beauty and she could be spicy,too. Loved her so much. I'm so happy he found his home. Good job!💙
Thank you saving this little lost soul. My God be with you and your family. You are on of a kind.
Thank you for saving this kitten. Church is adorable.
He ABSOLUTELY CRACKED me up! When he was eating, and growling!!!😂❤❤❤❤❤
I love the spicy kittens. I've rescued a few and they all became love muffins eventually. She got him at just the right age. Longest it took me to rehab an adult spicy cat was a year. My gray kitty was my favourite, she recently passed from an undiagnosed heart condition. Best cat ever
I'm so sorry for your lost! I have a grey kitty of my own who was dumped on my school campus during the pandemic, and after overcoming her fear she's such a cuddle bug.
@@wolfegirl1013 all cats are beautiful but gray cats are just my favourite. I bet yours is adorable!
Every time this pops up I have to watch and get emotional all over again.
To win over a feral cat at any age is such a pure emotion of joy & love it feels as though your heart will burst!
You absolutely earned my respect. Thank you very much.
that babies like please do not eat me I am sorry I won't hiss just don't eat me🤣
that sweet innocence of a feral baby not wanting to be eaten innocent of the idea that a human lady want to be nice to them🤣
Omg, looooook at him! Thank you for sticking with him. I'm so happy he found his forever family because he certainly deserves it ❤
Your patience was amazing. Few people would invest such time consuming efforts to for lack of experience raise a stray or abandoned animal. Beautiful story.
What a spicy bug with "murder mittens", hahaha. Wonderful story of how love can change the world. Thank you kitty rescuer.
It's amazing what a little love and patience can do. 🐈 💕 🐈
Hello Deb how are you doing today
Right!!
Amber is such a sweetheart omg the way she apologized when she exhaled and scared the little wild child made my heart grow three sizes
I had a feral cat took at least a year to get them to come in the house and eat . He Would eat outside my door but wouldn’t come in another six months to come in and eat if I close the door he went crazy but after all Problems, he was a great cat and lived a long time with me I miss him still
Thank you for taking him in. I didn't know cat hoodies were a thing. I stitched a pocket onto an old sweatshirt to make one years ago when I had an abandoned infant kitty to take care of.
Spicy kitty is such an accurate word! Feisty little guy! But wow this story pulled at my heart strings! Im glad she did not give up on him and got him to trust her and know the meaning of love and nurture
I took on a kitten like this, probably worse! It took so long to tame him. He bit me and his tooth went through my finger nail when I first got him home.
I made lots of mistakes, it probably took much longer, but he eventually came to trust me. It was last Christmas day that he jumped on my lap when I was watching TV. I felt so privileged, he finally accepted me. Now we're best buddies.
The moment you make that connection is pure magic
Cat caring hero! who didn't give up on this little one! wow...Beautiful cat, beautiful person.
She was so patient, I’m happy the little kitten got rescued❤
I'm glad she is the one that found that little guy.🥹
It's heartbreaking to see such a small kitten knowing how to be so brave. Hope he has a lifetime of not needing to be brave (pampered and loved).