Rescuing two tiny kitten brothers

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  • Опубліковано 28 вер 2024
  • We rescued Sal and Sonny from the streets in Brooklyn, and fostered them in our bathroom until they were ready for adoption together as a pair. Every year during kitten season (roughly April - October), hundreds of volunteers around New York City foster kittens to help overcrowded shelters. If you’re wondering about the mom cat, there is a second part to this story coming soon, where we found/fixed her and discovered a few more friends at this colony.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 2,2 тис.

  • @FlatbushCats
    @FlatbushCats  4 роки тому +824

    thanks for your support! you can see more of our work on Instagram: instagram.com/flatbushcats/

    • @dlehmann8353
      @dlehmann8353 4 роки тому +10

      Lovely music, sharing, and thank you for your BEAUTIFUL Heart!

    • @jamess6961
      @jamess6961 4 роки тому +3

      Beautiful. I’m lucky to live in an area with no strays or abandoned animals, or I’d be doing the same as yourself.

    • @gd2234_
      @gd2234_ 4 роки тому +2

      Flatbush Cats I hate to be the “sad” person and ask this question, but how do you know there weren’t any more kittens? Do you check for more kittens in situations like these? (Love your channel, and when I have my own living situation I hope to foster as well.)

    • @shiitakestick
      @shiitakestick 4 роки тому +6

      gd2234 - of course he does !
      🙃👍🏼

    • @A_Jay_
      @A_Jay_ 4 роки тому +1

      I'm the 100th like yeet UvU

  • @lara1302
    @lara1302 4 роки тому +10479

    "This gentleman was crying behind a garbage can."
    Relatable.

    • @scrippys7378
      @scrippys7378 4 роки тому +145

      Lara Beatriz Jesus lmao

    • @Tajjeeralak
      @Tajjeeralak 4 роки тому +115

      Big sad moment

    • @helenp703
      @helenp703 4 роки тому +30

      aw XD

    • @geekthegirl6961
      @geekthegirl6961 4 роки тому +136

      Lol. This is the perfect metaphor for most of us in these crazy days.

    • @ginmar8134
      @ginmar8134 4 роки тому +135

      "Crying behind a garbage can."
      As one does.

  • @izzybella3409
    @izzybella3409 4 роки тому +2443

    "If I adopted every perfect cat that we met, I would have stopped fostering a long time ago, and I would never have met these perfect cats." Hm interesting how im crying

    • @escarlit
      @escarlit 4 роки тому +89

      “it’s ok to cry. it hurts less as you get stronger” did me in

    • @smart507532nd
      @smart507532nd 4 роки тому +17

      Right. Hit me so hard.

    • @johnworrall3646
      @johnworrall3646 3 роки тому +3

      Bless your heart and soul !

    • @cyberpunklain
      @cyberpunklain 3 роки тому +4

      i saw this comment the moment he said that

    • @doristhomson3082
      @doristhomson3082 3 роки тому +1

      me too

  • @koslisted9458
    @koslisted9458 3 роки тому +86

    "Saving one animal won't change the world, but it will change the world for that one animal." ❤️❤️❤️

  • @hanscheong2676
    @hanscheong2676 3 роки тому +6

    I have to say... your narratives and the music make me cry....... and heartache to see so many little lives stranded....

  • @defectiveshark7602
    @defectiveshark7602 4 роки тому +1398

    "Sonny was so excited to have his brother back again"
    Sal: I have never seen this kid before in my life *peaces out*

    • @Human-gu2cx
      @Human-gu2cx 4 роки тому +20

      defectiveshark imagine if they weren’t even related

    • @kyleray9633
      @kyleray9633 3 роки тому +6

      Based on the footage, I dont think they are related.

    • @videofun59
      @videofun59 3 роки тому +7

      Lmao I can't sal looked scared like he didn't know him

    • @slackerman9758
      @slackerman9758 3 роки тому +2

      Maybe just excited to have someone his age around

    • @bellona6356
      @bellona6356 Рік тому

      @@kyleray9633 or being separated and losing their scent made him forget his sibling?

  • @iambumbo7534
    @iambumbo7534 4 роки тому +488

    “this gentleman was crying behind a garbage can”
    when did they find me?

    • @klillym1461
      @klillym1461 4 роки тому +3

      Pretty recently since you haven't noticed yet

    • @iambumbo7534
      @iambumbo7534 4 роки тому +4

      hey i just wanted to find some meat left overs

    • @kanjoganai3389
      @kanjoganai3389 4 роки тому

      Yea XD

  • @tommypetraglia4688
    @tommypetraglia4688 4 роки тому +357

    "... It's okay to cry..."
    Okay.

    • @tommypetraglia4688
      @tommypetraglia4688 4 роки тому +15

      I'm crying cuz when I was made homeless I made sure my sweet little floofy princess ChikP was placed in the bestest home.
      She got a mossy slate roof cape in the woods with an older couple living among trees, stonewalls and wooded paths besides a brook with the bonus of little tigercat brother, Skittles, I rescued from the city, behind the shelter I was living.
      Meanwhile I got 6 years homeless the last 3 of which living in my car.
      And tho now I am housed, my greatest lament being unable to have a cat... prbly ever again.
      This after a life of having cats since I was 10.
      I had a long-haired MaineCoon mutt I rescued from a feral litter when I waz young so many years ago and first got to living alone.
      I called him Tsunami cuz of the regal way he held himself with a color and a coat so soft and floofy, unmistakable like no other there ever was and knew darn well he was esp pretty ...
      - and what a friendly kiiity he grew up to be... would flop on the sidewalk to let passers-by rub his belly whenever we were out front and sidle-up swishy-tail to anyone, even the mailman, imagine that.
      Then around age 3 he went missing and I called and whistled and hung up signs, combing through backyards empty sheds and old garages, shining a light under decks and porches and knocking on every door that would answer... but no Tsunami.
      My search was so tenacious i was certain if he got hit I'd at least find a trace or word of his death ... but no Tsunami
      Nearly 3 months had gone by and my hope was waning but still I'd make my regular loop, if only to delude myself for one more day.
      It was a Saturday after half day of work, I parked my truck at my home and set out on my route, when 2 blocks down and around 2 corners I came upon that old woman's house the one with the front yard flower-filled just as she was tending her garden.
      We talked about her flowers and plants and what a lovely day while she clipped buds and pulled weeds when suddenly looking about, I could not believe my eyes... there thru the picture window was Tsunami sprawled across the back of her couch, asleep in the sun.
      I'd recognize him anywhere by the face and that coat
      My heart skipped a beat but I held back saying only, That's a real nice looking kitty you have there... what's his name?
      She said, Oh yes that's Jasper, my husband's name, we were together nearly 50 years, and he showed up a month to the day since Jasper died. He's my husband come back to me... I kno because he never leaves the sight of me. I'm so lucky he came.
      I was so terribly lonely before then. He gives me everything to live for, I didn't know what to do with the rest of my life before he came to me.
      With that I gave her a hug and said, I'm so sorry about your loss but I kno Jasper is lucky to have found his way to you. It's clear you are both well-loved and meant for each other
      God bless you and have a wonderful day.
      As I walked away I turned to look in time to see her inside stroking Tsunami's fur, she lovingly smiling at him... he pushing against her hand, his eyes squinted shut
      They do not belong to us. The Animal Spirits know which go to who, and I was just fostering him, allowing him to bloom until his determined place was ready for him.
      I envision the call he received telling him it was time to leave and always wondered if, at the end of the path, he paused to give a look back - one final time
      To this day my heart aches and is lifted all in one.

    • @supremeleaderoofpoof
      @supremeleaderoofpoof 4 роки тому +2

      @@tommypetraglia4688 wow thank you for sharing your story ❤

    • @tommypetraglia4688
      @tommypetraglia4688 4 роки тому +1

      @@supremeleaderoofpoof
      You're welcome. When I was a boy, the abuse visited upon me was such I had no goal but to have lived a full life by the time I was old.
      Up and down from my own home, a wife and always at least 2 cats in the yard... to broke brokedown and homeless, parked under a bridge sleeping in my car.
      I would say That's Mission Complete

    • @tommypetraglia4688
      @tommypetraglia4688 4 роки тому +1

      @Sal •
      Hold several unlit matches between your lips with the head sticking out. The sulphur will absorb the onion gases

  • @WriteInAaronBushnell
    @WriteInAaronBushnell Рік тому +3

    "sunny stopped crying" and now I'm crying 😢

  • @kerrydavis4290
    @kerrydavis4290 2 роки тому +5

    Few things are more of an honor than being climbed by a kitten.

  • @WobblesandBean
    @WobblesandBean 4 роки тому +459

    That "distress cry" breaks my heart...I once worked at a pet shop that sold off all the siblings of this little bengal kitten, and he just kept crying and crying until he went hoarse. I snuggled with him as much as my boss would allow me to. Ever since then, I have refused to buy a kitten. I will never support for-profit pet shops ever again.

    • @garymitchell5899
      @garymitchell5899 4 роки тому +10

      Pets aren't cute or to be cuddled and cute about? Really? Why do people have pets, then? To wash the dishes? To drive their cars? How silly.

    • @theperson8049
      @theperson8049 4 роки тому +9

      Agreed. The only excuse for selling pets would be rescued ones who need a furever home!

    • @WobblesandBean
      @WobblesandBean 4 роки тому +46

      @Aramis3737 Shelters don't run for a profit. The adoption fee is there for two reasons: to cover the costs of medical, food, etc, and also to discourage any old rando from walking in and getting an animal. If it were that easy, abusers and dog fighters would come in droves to get animals they intended to dump or kill. By charging, it helps to make sure that only the people who are serious about wanting a pet come to get one.

    • @WobblesandBean
      @WobblesandBean 4 роки тому +41

      @@garymitchell5899 They're companions, not plush toys. If you think pets only exist to be cuddled, then you're better off with the aforementioned plush toy. Pets do so much more than that, and not all of them want to be held. They're individuals as much as we are.

    • @cobalt1754
      @cobalt1754 4 роки тому +6

      @@garymitchell5899 the key word here is "objects"

  • @GWEBrasil15
    @GWEBrasil15 4 роки тому +635

    it's a shame i can only hit the like button once!

    • @debbabe2254
      @debbabe2254 4 роки тому +4

      Agree!!! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

    • @maomama5980
      @maomama5980 4 роки тому +3

      So true🐈🐈🐈🐈

    • @rachel_v_k
      @rachel_v_k 4 роки тому +2

      I know what you mean!😸💕👍

    • @wombat.6652
      @wombat.6652 4 роки тому +3

      I'll help

    • @Ana-bd8vp
      @Ana-bd8vp 4 роки тому +1

      So true

  • @Jaggededge112
    @Jaggededge112 4 роки тому +1423

    Sonny is gorgeous. I loved watching y’all giving him a bath he just looked so relaxed.
    Sal is also adorable. I love them both!

    • @kaebeelee
      @kaebeelee 4 роки тому +27

      When Sonny stopped crying when they found Sal made me cry😭❤️❤️❤️

    • @saraseelig6390
      @saraseelig6390 4 роки тому +5

      @@kaebeelee Me too!

    • @rachel_v_k
      @rachel_v_k 4 роки тому +5

      They are the perfect kittens!

    • @mariag.8242
      @mariag.8242 3 роки тому +3

      I hope they’re together in their new home. They need each other

  • @markharrisllb
    @markharrisllb 2 роки тому +4

    The only thing better than adopting a rescue kitten is to adopt rescue kitten siblings. My wife and I have had an horrendous year on top of everything in the world at the moment, including losing our 22 year old ginger Tom. Our kittens have been our only bright point and nothing beats watching the two of them grow together.

  • @TheRegulator
    @TheRegulator 4 роки тому +278

    I just came back from a trip to Istanbul. It was my first time leaving the country and I was shocked by how many outdoor cats there were! But every single one of them were so well-fed, housed in outdoor cat homes, and taken care of. Though these cats belonged to no one. It was amazing to see how the community adopted them as their animals and cared for them. It was amazing to see everyone collectively caring for all the outdoor animals

    • @prokkle
      @prokkle 4 роки тому +32

      There's a wonderful documentary about the cats of Istanbul called "Kedi".

    • @viviennejordan215
      @viviennejordan215 4 роки тому +13

      How Fantastic, to Know that this Exists! Do they Spay/Neuter any of the Cats? Do they Let people Adopt, So the Cats can hva Furever Home.

    • @escarlit
      @escarlit 4 роки тому +8

      that’s beautiful

    • @katydidiy
      @katydidiy 4 роки тому +10

      I've watched several Turkish tv series on Netflix and every single one filmed outdoors, you'll see these free roaming cats. Just fascinating!

    • @ericandsarahsmom1000
      @ericandsarahsmom1000 4 роки тому +26

      The Turkish people love animals. They leave food and water out for strays and those passing by. I wish there were more people like them because in other countries, animals are treated like garbage.
      There is a video on UA-cam of a cat in Turkey visiting a symphony as they were about to perform. The musicians and the audience absolutely loved it.

  • @fufunumnum
    @fufunumnum 4 роки тому +103

    That distress cry is so heartbreaking. It's amazing how Sonny was in a good place already but he was still worried about the ones left behind. Makes me wonder if there were still others in their litter left out there 😢

    • @mjchenevertful
      @mjchenevertful 4 роки тому +4

      Same here; as well as the mom cat.💞💞💞💝🐱🐾🐾🙏

    • @geekthegirl6961
      @geekthegirl6961 4 роки тому +3

      @@mjchenevertful Agree with you both - the little ones and mama that got left behind. The thought is heartbreaking. That tiny little meow is like a baby crying "Mommy." Hopefully someone else found and fostered them.

    • @derekc6445
      @derekc6445 4 роки тому +9

      @@mjchenevertful In the video description they mention a video on the Mom is next.

  • @heidim6468
    @heidim6468 3 роки тому +9

    I can just hear Sonny telling Saul,”don’t worry these are good humans that will feed us and take care of us.”

  • @ninelives2418
    @ninelives2418 4 роки тому +330

    I laughed so hard watching this because I just rescued two abandoned kittens as well and also had to keep them in the bathroom. One of them would become my shoulderbuddy too. He just would climb me all the time and lick my face and chew my ears. Great video!

    • @NeuronalAxon
      @NeuronalAxon 4 роки тому +4

      What about the other one? 🤔

    • @ninelives2418
      @ninelives2418 4 роки тому +19

      @@NeuronalAxon The other one, a girl was a bit calmer and more cautious. Also she was adopted right away. I took them to a vet and a friend of the vets assistant was looking for a kitten to adopt. So I had a little bit more time to spend with my shoulderbuddy alone until he was adopted too.

    • @veritasinvicta8128
      @veritasinvicta8128 4 роки тому +4

      My bathroom would be the only room I could utilize, my Tabby doesn't like company and I live in a studio apt.

    • @ninelives2418
      @ninelives2418 4 роки тому +6

      @@veritasinvicta8128 If you have other cats in your apt a bathroom is pretty much the best place for rescued kittens.

    • @veritasinvicta8128
      @veritasinvicta8128 4 роки тому +5

      @@ninelives2418 Yes, if I found kittens I would bring them in, but full grown strays is much harder.

  • @jmd12127
    @jmd12127 4 роки тому +179

    “It’s not about US.” Words to live by.

  • @kyoten19
    @kyoten19 4 роки тому +304

    "It's ok to be sad when you have to say goodbye...it's ok to cry..."
    Me: *_uGLy sObBinG_*

    • @doristhomson3082
      @doristhomson3082 3 роки тому +1

      me too

    • @NymphieJP
      @NymphieJP 3 роки тому +1

      Doesn’t help the music makes me sadder!

    • @MLIrons
      @MLIrons 3 роки тому

      Thought that was a snot bubble.

  • @aliyamohammed204
    @aliyamohammed204 4 роки тому +33

    this reminds me of my kitten Storm, she was abandoned by her mom and fostered for 3 weeks until we adopted her and gave her the forever home she deserves 🤍

  • @bolch88bb8
    @bolch88bb8 4 роки тому +1

    why did i decided to watch this on a sunday morning hungover.....crying like a baby....sweet little kitties and you guys do some fucking brilliant work!

  • @francisconeto2740
    @francisconeto2740 4 роки тому +976

    You guys are angels of kindness. How I wish the world were full of people like you. Thank you for sharing!

    • @viviennejordan215
      @viviennejordan215 4 роки тому +7

      Warms the Cockles of the Heart, to Know that there are People who Care Enough For the Fur Babies, to Foster them, to Adopt them, + Guys Like You Two who have Loving, Open Hearts. God Bless You All.

    • @PointSouthAndSee
      @PointSouthAndSee 4 роки тому

      That would be hell

    • @kittiecandy747
      @kittiecandy747 4 роки тому +7

      be the change you wish to see

    • @maksim0933
      @maksim0933 4 роки тому

      ++++

    • @nemos2012
      @nemos2012 3 роки тому

      ❤️❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰 I agree

  • @jorr1334
    @jorr1334 4 роки тому +307

    Thanks for your comments, "it's about them", and about giving perfect cats up. I'm a new foster mom (momma and her 4 babies), of almost three weeks, and I'm already grappling with that. Struggling even with some guilt - as if I'll be abandoning the momma, especially after giving her so much love and affection. This video is timely and I'll watch it again when its time to let go.

    • @SpiritusMundi4EVER
      @SpiritusMundi4EVER 4 роки тому +9

      Do the best you can, Jill and kudos for taking on this role.

    • @viviennejordan215
      @viviennejordan215 4 роки тому +3

      K Yes, Same here!

    • @lorfogel8312
      @lorfogel8312 3 роки тому +4

      Letting them go is bittersweet, but it does get easier. As Kitten Lady says, the goal is goodbye. I think of fostering as a safe place to land before they go to their forever homes. My job is to give them love and socializing and a few house rules.
      I give them pep talks when it's time for them to go: "I've raised you up and it's time for you to find your forever home now. You're going to have a whole new family who will love you forever, and I want you to be the amazing kitty I raised you up to be, okay? You're not just a pet; you have a mission: to go out in the world and be an ambassador for all the animals still looking for their families."

  • @Gdub33
    @Gdub33 Рік тому +1

    There is no way I could give up sunny. He is absolutely perfect and adorable. I would be so crushed to let him go.

  • @rebekahfowler2958
    @rebekahfowler2958 4 роки тому +307

    What a gorgeous pair of kittens. They ate so lucky you found them. I absolutely love watching your videos. You do amazing work.

    • @A_Jay_
      @A_Jay_ 4 роки тому +3

      Are* not ate sorry just correcting qwp

  • @hec7223
    @hec7223 4 роки тому +94

    Thank you so much for rescuing such a gorgeous being. I did the same a week ago. I found an injured cat on the street. Whose leg was severely injured to a point that it got maggots on it. I posted the whole video of him, before and after, on UA-cam. And it's people like you who have inspired me to do the same. Thank you so much again ♥️

    • @annazeman8521
      @annazeman8521 4 роки тому +2

      The link to your video?

    • @hec7223
      @hec7223 4 роки тому +1

      @@annazeman8521 I'm afraid I can't provide it in here. It is posted on my channel.

    • @geekthegirl6961
      @geekthegirl6961 4 роки тому +2

      Just watched your video. That poor cat! So glad you were there to completely turn his luck around. It is truly a heroic thing you did.

    • @hec7223
      @hec7223 4 роки тому +1

      @@geekthegirl6961 Awe Thank you so much. And that's the least I could for him. He has started showing his true nature now and is on mating mode. So he meows as loud as he can and I couldn't sleep because of it lol. Once he gets fully recovered, I'll try to neuter him insha'Allah

  • @jenniediaz2895
    @jenniediaz2895 3 роки тому +1

    Thank You ‼️, I Love your words,💌💝

  • @artemisiam.8391
    @artemisiam.8391 2 роки тому +1

    nothing is much beautiful as a kitten 's smile

  • @eleanor.shadow
    @eleanor.shadow 4 роки тому +482

    I’m so glad you talked about people saying they’d never be able to foster. It really isn’t about fosters, it’s about the lives we save. It’s heartbreaking to me how we don’t realise how being afraid of heartbreak (for the best reason, an adoption!) is a disservice to animals in need.
    I’ve fostered and let go. It was so hard. I’m still here, though. When I get the chance I’ll do it all again, for them.

    • @juliam.426
      @juliam.426 4 роки тому +7

      Leonor C. Thank you.

    • @viviennejordan215
      @viviennejordan215 4 роки тому +3

      Leonor C. Thank You, For having that Inner Strength, to See Beyond, to See those Babies Possible Best Future, in a Loving, Secure Home. Bless You.

  • @michellereed479
    @michellereed479 4 роки тому +116

    Just beautiful! I'm currently fostering, the kitten chose me, I didn't exactly go looking or trapping. She just started sleeping by my backdoor. I had to help her, she chose me for a reason 💕

    • @mdkern0438
      @mdkern0438 4 роки тому +44

      SImiliar to how my cat "Random" aquired me. I drive truck for a living. I had parked at a truck stop to use the bathroom. When I came back to my truck there was a torn up white and grey adult cat sitting on my fuel tank step screaming at me, as if how dare I not leave the open for him to let himself in.
      That was two years ago, he's been with me in the truck since. He's by far the most vocal and affectionate cat I've ever had and is incredibly attached to me. To this day I have no idea why he was outside, and I don't want to know. He's in bed when I sleep, on the floor beside me while I drive, and always lays where he can open his eyes and see me.
      When I get fuel or have to go in to a customer he hops up on the front seat or dash and watches me either thru the windshield or in the side mirrors as I walk towards the back of the truck. He's a very good boy. He was just some random cat a truck stop. I didnt intent on keeping him, now I cant imagine not having him.

    • @jessiestephens3943
      @jessiestephens3943 4 роки тому +5

      @@mdkern0438 what a beautiful story. You rescued each other. He sounds like a great kitty.

    • @WobblesandBean
      @WobblesandBean 4 роки тому +4

      It's always an honor to be chosen by a cat 💜 That's how I got my kitty Mia, she just walked in the back door one day, meowed for food, and that was that lol

  • @dkblack3461
    @dkblack3461 4 роки тому +201

    My Sidney was a rather large cat who used to hang around my neck. He'd often stick his mouth and nose right into my ear. He's sniff around and lick the inside of my ear - it's was hilarious and it tickled like crazy. He'd do the same thing to my eye - I'd have to close it quickly, of course! We were so close. It's been more than 25 years since I lost him and I still love and miss him.

    • @scottallen8950
      @scottallen8950 4 роки тому +19

      Great memory....lost my cat over 30 years ago....still miss her

    • @viviennejordan215
      @viviennejordan215 4 роки тому +2

      Maybe Either of You Could Adopt? If Ready, to Give another Fur Baby, or two, if there are Siblings, a Loving, Secure Home.

    • @aninalabelle463
      @aninalabelle463 4 роки тому +6

      I recently lost my kitty Bindi, it's been two weeks without her, she was a real lap cat. Loved to snuggle, I really miss her.

    • @scottallen8950
      @scottallen8950 4 роки тому +6

      @@aninalabelle463 Awwww.....sorry to hear that. Bindi sounds wonderful.

  • @NiceMuslimLady
    @NiceMuslimLady 4 роки тому +1

    I have a family of four ferals. One looks very much like Sonny, his name is "Tiger". He is a mackerel tabby/tuxedo cat, about 5-1/2 now. He lives here with his mom, Patches (black/white tuxedo), sister Booties (black/white tuxedo) and brother, Blacky (all black). They have lived with me since Tiger, Booties and Blacky were about three months old and they were still nursing at the time. About 1-1/2 years ago, Tabby came along. He is a spotted tabby, and all tabby, like Sal. He was about 6 months old when he came in. I saw his mom being mean to him, so I caught him. Tiger and Tabby quickly became buddies. They have even slept in a box together. So...I have five ferals living with me now. And...they LOVE it!

  • @recordsystem6447
    @recordsystem6447 4 роки тому +7

    the moment i get my own apartment i intend to help foster kittens who need it.

  • @elizabethboyle2345
    @elizabethboyle2345 4 роки тому +111

    This has got to be the BEST channel on UA-cam. Sweet, informative, compelling, heart-rending. I love the voiceover, I love the calming music, and the cats and kittens are BEYOND precious. Thank you so much for what you do to heal even the tiniest part of this broken world. ❤️❤️

    • @elaineculbert8594
      @elaineculbert8594 4 роки тому +1

      - I’m of the same opinion, Elizabeth! I love this channel and tell everyone about it. I also, appreciate the calming music and gentle yet informative, voice. I’m so impressed with the excellent photography ... the many angles and closeups - I almost feel I have a cat again. Oftentimes, I find my finger stroking a cat’s nose on the iPad ... lol! 🇨🇦

    • @elizabethboyle2345
      @elizabethboyle2345 4 роки тому +2

      @@elaineculbert8594 Canadian!!! ME TOO!!!! Though I transplanted myself to Australia 33 years ago. Still an Ottawan in my blood!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @theresafleetwood4962
    @theresafleetwood4962 4 роки тому +4

    So many wise words. Im sure All your rescued cats thank you. 😻🕊🇬🇧

  • @malenedietl3369
    @malenedietl3369 2 роки тому +4

    Oh, when Sonny got his brother back...they were so happy together again. You're doing a great job there. Love from Denmark.❤

  • @benw9949
    @benw9949 2 роки тому +1

    These little guys living near a dumpster, scared and hungry, fleas and other stuff going on -- I live in an apartment complex, and it's shocking how many strays there are. Thankfully, I haven't seen any of them near the dumpsters, but pretty much anywhere else. My current two cats are both rescues from the apt. pkg. lot outside my door, hiding under cars. There are more outside; currently about six I see regularly; I put food out. One has a collar, and I presume he has a home. The others range from friendly to outdoor to so feral that even after months of seeing me, getting fed, sitting with them occasionally, the feral still won't even let my hand near. The thing s, from what I've seen, I understand why they are so wary. Cat / kitten rescuers have my respect. Also, the cost of any support is huge. -- And one of my cats, still not neutered, got out and could be pregnant. I'm handicapped. Getting rides and budget is very hard lately. I could be looking at my little teen mom cat having kittens while still a kitten. If she is too far along if/when I can get her to the vet, I won't terminate. No idea when iI can get her to the vet to be spayed and any other care, or now to see if she's pregnant; 2 days and counting. I love her; I was so glad to get her back after over 24 hours outside. I thought she wouldn't come back.

  • @podlet_2309
    @podlet_2309 4 роки тому +13

    "plus you get free ear inspections" I TAKE YOUR ENTIRE STOKE THANK YOU

  • @my3dviews
    @my3dviews 4 роки тому +22

    Cat videos are the only thing on youtube that aren't depressing now.

  • @gamesgoupandgodown
    @gamesgoupandgodown 2 роки тому +1

    In all your videos I cry from how cute they are and you having to get rid of them

  • @tommyjack7897
    @tommyjack7897 3 роки тому +2

    God bless you sir.

  • @lunkis3233
    @lunkis3233 4 роки тому +16

    Thanks for saving these adorable kittens from a hard life on the streets ❤️

  • @Shiirow
    @Shiirow 4 роки тому +64

    have a cat that would sit on my shoulder, in fact as she got older she would drape her body around the back of my neck like a scarf and just lay there with her head on my shoulder sleeping.

  • @shalee7155
    @shalee7155 4 роки тому +40

    aww i hope they get adopted together. you guys are good people.

  • @sandieperez4566
    @sandieperez4566 4 роки тому +1

    i wish i knew more kind people like you . thank you.

  • @beverleyhagaman7344
    @beverleyhagaman7344 2 роки тому

    There is something special about the voice narrating this story that totally makes the story more compelling. I hope these two perfect kitties found a home together. Keep up the great work!

  • @idjster
    @idjster 4 роки тому +30

    "...kitten of the month club." That's why we started fostering. We've kept one because he had issues that meant he likely wouldn't be adopted, but fostering is one of the most rewarding things a person can do.

  • @WolfFireheart
    @WolfFireheart 4 роки тому +20

    Daw, Sonny when Sal came back: Why you so scared bro? These creatures are chill, and they have the best food! Now lets play! I missed you!

  • @noradaly1
    @noradaly1 3 роки тому

    I’m fostering now. I have 25 cats. 12 indoors, the rest in my backyard. I TNVR. Next week 4 are being sent up north for their forever home. I’m heartbroken but thrilled at the same time. They are so lovable and loved. Some family will love them as much as I do too. ❤️🐈‍⬛

  • @catherinemelnyk
    @catherinemelnyk Рік тому +1

    Another beautiful story. I'm in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. If I lived in Brooklyn, it would be my honour to foster these beautiful kittens. So I do the next best thing. I'm a monthly donor.
    Thank you and God bless you for the work that you do. ❤❤❤

  • @dvdemon187
    @dvdemon187 4 роки тому +4

    These two are destined to be together forever. I hope no one ever seperates them.

  • @loredanatagliaferri5339
    @loredanatagliaferri5339 4 роки тому +16

    YOU ARE LEGEND! Thanks for what you are doing. A hug from Italy.

  • @tatemilligan4807
    @tatemilligan4807 4 роки тому +17

    Love cats who have a weird thing for ears. When our Hobbes was a kitten, I used to wake up at 3am to him licking directly into my ear. Multiple nights in a row. What fantastic little weirdos.

  • @marsukarhu9477
    @marsukarhu9477 Рік тому +2

    Those precious little faces! Just adorable. Great work!

  • @AprilLashon
    @AprilLashon 3 роки тому

    Sonny stopped crying was all I needed to hear, now I’m crying 😢

  • @aircastles1013
    @aircastles1013 4 роки тому +71

    If there’s one thing I love, it’s people who help homeless kitties, all over the world. 💖💖💖

  • @EvaOwnsAll
    @EvaOwnsAll 4 роки тому +74

    I've heard of shoulder cats before... However, I have yet to experience it. It looks silly but cute at the same time.

    • @hunterjardine7148
      @hunterjardine7148 4 роки тому +7

      FlashyHippie it can also hurt a lot but you love them so you let them do it 😂 I had fostered a kitten till he was 8 months old so he was getting heavy and still climbed onto me like I was a scratch post and it would hurt like crazy when a claw would get stuck in my skin or something but then he would give me kisses like “I know that hurt but I give kisses so it’s ok “

    • @davidli3582
      @davidli3582 4 роки тому +6

      I developed a shoulder cat when I was fostering a kitten who kept climbing me. He figured out I wouldn't eject him if he got on my shoulder from the couch and not up my leg.

    • @MJ-cc4uf
      @MJ-cc4uf 4 роки тому +2

      I had a cat who as kitten would introduce herself by climbing on the shoulders of house guests.

    • @janeE011
      @janeE011 4 роки тому +1

      It's a great feeling

    • @WobblesandBean
      @WobblesandBean 4 роки тому +2

      I want to have a shoulder cat one day 💜

  • @patriciagriffin1505
    @patriciagriffin1505 3 роки тому

    These two are earth angels no doubt. The worst of situations are turned around with their loving care

  • @garypamatat1602
    @garypamatat1602 4 роки тому

    Thanks for all the outstanding work that Flatbush cats do in helping and rescuing homeless kittens and cats. I really feel sad for all the cats living outside in colonies.

  • @audreysloop4454
    @audreysloop4454 4 роки тому +24

    WHY ARE THERE DISLIKES ON THIS VIDEO THIS MAN IS LITERALLY A SUPER HERO!!!!

  • @CALVINLNIKONT
    @CALVINLNIKONT 3 роки тому +1

    "Kitten of the Month Club" Perfect!!!

  • @_streetcatchaser5109
    @_streetcatchaser5109 4 роки тому +1

    I like cats very much. So you can't just pass by. They are so cute.

  • @mayayoung7224
    @mayayoung7224 4 роки тому +9

    3:08 Sonny: *attacks Sal with kisses*
    Sal: please no

  • @comichb
    @comichb 4 роки тому +35

    And some people say animals don't have feelings ...

    • @dirib4967
      @dirib4967 4 роки тому +2

      @Chad Mower Yes all cats aren't mean. Some are very affectionate and loving. But few cats are really mean :(

    • @211pirate6
      @211pirate6 4 роки тому +2

      Well, many religions don’t believe animals have souls, if that’s what you meant. But just watching these creatures makes me believe otherwise.

    • @ash2357577
      @ash2357577 4 роки тому +2

      @@211pirate6 Well, not incorruptible souls anyways. The word animal comes from the Latin word anima which means souls. Following Aristotle, St. Thomas Aquinas divides animals into rational animals (humans) which have immortal souls and brute animals (what we think of when we think of animals, all non-human animals) which have sensible souls so connected with matter that when the composite is corrupted, the soul is destroyed too. Even plants have souls, albeit vegetative souls. A soul in Thomistic philosophy (which completely dominates Catholic thought) is simply the principle by which a thing is a living thing.

  • @donnavorce8856
    @donnavorce8856 2 роки тому +2

    You and your videos are top notch. Sending you a well deserved donation today. Thanks for all you do.

    • @donnavorce8856
      @donnavorce8856 2 роки тому +1

      Donation sent! Keep the excellent videos coming. They feel non-exploitive. They feel healthy, upbeat, hopeful. (I get weird vibes from some other channels so avoid them actually.)

  • @shaolindreams
    @shaolindreams 4 роки тому +1

    Their little faces get me every time.. :)

  • @eileenharding6880
    @eileenharding6880 4 роки тому +11

    What a beautiful boy, and another one! brothers I suppose, thankyou for helping them, you have lovely soothing voice, good luck from UK xxx

    • @loripasserman8693
      @loripasserman8693 4 роки тому +1

      This gentleman's voice is sooo relaxing. Calms me down

  • @helgijacobsen1497
    @helgijacobsen1497 4 роки тому +14

    i use to have a kitten back in the 80s i remember he was always sucking my ear like he was feeding himself

  • @avrilstacy3133
    @avrilstacy3133 4 роки тому

    I like those cool couples who are chill together and are like " we are the people to rescue abandoned kittens, puppies, people because we know most people are too self absorbed to care.

  • @Sonicfan1661
    @Sonicfan1661 4 роки тому +1

    God you are good at making us cry.
    Keep it up man.

  • @heathersullivan7294
    @heathersullivan7294 4 роки тому +14

    I love seeing your stories so very much, I'm a cat-mom, adopted 3 rescues, Simon, Sissy, and Daisy. I donate where I can and watch any and all ads to help you in your amazing quest, such good works you do! I'd love to see any update photos on your rescued babies, and it would be a good opportunity to include more ads to view, one way we can all donate that doesn't cost a thing, just a bit of our time :)
    Thank you so much for all you do, the lives you've saved, and lives you've changed.

  • @GobyTSB
    @GobyTSB 4 роки тому +14

    Sonny immediately made my heart melt... then when Sal showed up I couldnt handle it. T_T

  • @johncarlson8029
    @johncarlson8029 3 роки тому

    I fostered 9 kittens since last spring and it's the best thing seeing these little lives blossom, it does the soul real good!

  • @beingwise218
    @beingwise218 4 роки тому

    Humanity restored... Thanks to these wonderful people.

  • @TheMountainbobcat
    @TheMountainbobcat 4 роки тому +14

    he is precious, bless your hard work.

  • @Isndar
    @Isndar 4 роки тому +43

    "This gentleman was crying behind a garbage can."
    my inner self just felt something haha

  • @nancyrouse8287
    @nancyrouse8287 4 роки тому +5

    God bless you I’m so glad you found his brotherAnd he is happier and playing with his brother good for you I’m proud of you too

  • @singleman805
    @singleman805 3 роки тому +1

    From minute 5.42 and on...truly amazing !

  • @lilithsy
    @lilithsy 4 роки тому +3

    I foster cats in my country, Argentina, Buenos Aires, and everytime I say goodbye my heart hurts but I know that they are going somewhere where they can have lots of love, attention and I can make room for the next bundle of love (also I already have 5 cats, 2 dogs and a hedgehog....) . It's hard...but so worth it...Love you work. Thank you.

  • @leonestello
    @leonestello 4 роки тому +11

    I put this under both my "Awe" folder and my "Inspire me"... It hurts to love this much🌞
    -Thank you

  • @dr2986
    @dr2986 4 роки тому +7

    Some people have the great mindset for fostering, some just can’t do it. I can’t, and if you’re like me, one way you can help is by donating to organisations who help save these precious lives!

  • @enigmah625
    @enigmah625 4 роки тому +12

    this video reminds me why I love fostering, it really gets hard to say goodbye, but then you get to help more babies which makes it even more fun. I love seeing each animal's personalities jump out after you take them home. They are totally different when they are in a cage, trap or kennel. I cry every time one of my foster puppies get adopted but I just think of how many more lives I can save & get them adjusted to living in a warm loving home. I can't wait till my foster organization gets some kittens in on the transport truck from the shelters we help outside of NY, my cat is gonna love it.

  • @frankiebye2518
    @frankiebye2518 3 роки тому

    Beautiful humans, beautiful felines ❤️ love from London 🇬🇧

  • @dawnalexander37da
    @dawnalexander37da 4 роки тому +4

    Oh so,so awesomely amazingly beautiful looking......

  • @Cadfael007
    @Cadfael007 4 роки тому +2

    DANKE (Thank You) sooo much for your work - and wonderful videos. Our cat gave birth to 5 kittens in my sleeping bag between my legs while I was sleeping in it about 50 years ago. Can there be a bigger trust?! All the best for your work from Germany!

  • @tablescissors
    @tablescissors 4 роки тому +3

    A lot of ppl try to sound poingant, or lecture, but with your channel it always comes off as sincere and not at all condescending...my family really learns something, thank you.

  • @lauriepenner350
    @lauriepenner350 4 роки тому +4

    I had a kitten who was really into ears too. She would lie on your chest making biscuits in your hair while slurping away on your earlobe. It lasted until she was 2 or 3 years old.

  • @jeffrobinson1199
    @jeffrobinson1199 4 роки тому +4

    Thank you for what you do. I tender a community of 9 feral cats that had TNR 4 years ago on my property. TNR was suspended for lack of an Environmental impact study (?). Los Angeles county has to get their head out and get with it.

  • @Mezox13
    @Mezox13 Рік тому

    My wife and I adopted 2 kittens that look just like these 2, but 1 is a boy and the other a girl. The boy is 1 week younger and and was found abandoned as a day old. The girl was thrown out of the window of a moving car at 1 week. They are now 8 months and are our world. So those 2 make me emotional

  • @mildredthegoat8340
    @mildredthegoat8340 3 роки тому +2

    That kitten face at the very beggining and end, is the level of bliss and contentment we should all aspire to! Somehow, just seeing that adorable, happy face, takes me one step closer.

  • @superannieoakley4513
    @superannieoakley4513 4 роки тому +5

    Thank you so much for saving these sweet babies! They're gonna be so much fun

  • @joycechahinepiano
    @joycechahinepiano 4 роки тому +4

    Ok I definitely haven’t fallen in love with two street kitties in a different continent 🥺

  • @acey2918
    @acey2918 2 роки тому

    "as you get stronger" *is balling my eyes out* strong yes 👍

  • @SilverIceDragon
    @SilverIceDragon 3 роки тому

    What I wouldn’t give to have adopted those two boys. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @myphonyaccount
    @myphonyaccount 4 роки тому

    Learned something new about rescue cry. Catch the rest, THEN realize adopting them out is ok. You're helping by saving them, you're helping by giving them to others. It's ok to say goodbye, so you can say hello to the next one in need. Don't cry.

  • @popazz1
    @popazz1 4 роки тому

    Cats are motivated by food ...... yup, me too. Sonny and his brother are absolutely adorable. I'd have them in a heartbeat, if I didn't live in the UK and have severe lung disease. I hope they can be rehomed together. What humane souls you and your partner have.

  • @rebeccajimenez7760
    @rebeccajimenez7760 4 роки тому +3

    Happy to make my first donation to your cause. Thank you for doing what you do for our little 4-legged friends in Brooklyn. Hoping to help out as much as I can

  • @alexelev1986
    @alexelev1986 2 роки тому

    My first foster kitten left yesterday. I had him for 3 months… I grew so attached and protective of him. I hope he lives a wonderful life

  • @ASWANIKUMARTS
    @ASWANIKUMARTS 3 роки тому +1

    God Bless You & Your Beautiful Kitten ..All this Life..... 🙏🙏🙏🙏