A sick, feral kitten learns that the indoor life isn’t so bad through the power of treats and pets

[@Fortheloveofkittenrescue]

Tommy, Chuckie and Angelica were rescued from a very sick cat colony back in December 2022. They have since been nursed back to health (through the guidance of our veterinarian), and have all been adopted. Yes, kittens are messy. It just comes with the territory of fostering kittens, like Tommy.

[@marvmitchem7741]

Awesome 😊

[@Riverstar12]

That’s good❤

[@leeweesquee]

You're a Rugrats fan. Knew you have taste.

[@Ronnie-rc6pm]

THSNK YOU

[@shexdensmore]

Love the Rugrat's names. Dies he have Feline Lukemia?

[@annepixiebettinger3593]

My dad always says "There's no such thing as a feral kitten. Just a scared one."

[@haydeetorres3602]

Your dad is wise! I feed feral cats that I know for years. They are all basically friendly with me.

[@jamesrichard6377]

@@haydeetorres3602❤

[@seulb23]

$500 for that never happened 😊

[@annepixiebettinger3593]

@@seulb23 nah my dad just really likes cats, won't admit it though lol

[@mikaelafox6106]

That’s a smart dad right there!!

[@daenite2480]

"You are being rescued. Please do not resist."

[@Duckymcduckster]

Funniest comment I've seen all day😂

[@sleeperholdASMR]

😂😂😂

[@Panda72021]

This quote comes to mind often when watching videos of spicy rescues. You know you're golden when they close their eyes during pets and chin rubs.

[@shieldwolf65]

Best thing is Lotsa contact. From experience with feral kittens, ignore Thier hissing & fear. Little regular snacks, formula if they need it & roughly 18/24 cuddles if you can manage. No more than 3 days see's them accepting pats, 5 days see's them curled up on the bed with you. Just override the fear response with contact, loving, food & familiarity. Kinda amazing how fast you become Mommy if you don't tolerate Thier speciesist behaviour & insist on contact & stroking, cuddling, feeding & playing with them. Don't draw it out. Adopt them firmly but lovingly. They get it just so quickly if you don't make it a long drawn out BS winning Thier trust exercise. They become adorable & trainable very quickly at this age. I had one not even weaned live in the hood of my hoodie for weeks during the day as I worked from home. Bottle fed & then Nom Nom food. Became a bit of a Marsupial really. Ok so my hoodies needed regular washing & kitten turds are nuclear disgusting, but they don't really like crapping in Thier nests, so soon give complaints. Turn the turds into the kitty Litter & place kitten there too. They're surprisingly quick to learn to warn you if you listen. In fact any fuss gets them quickly in the litter & bingo a new skill is learnt. I always loved people's expression in the grocery store when they realised I had a cute passenger. More than a few screaming toddlers got to kitten cuddle for 5 mins at the checkout lol.

[@rensins08]

LMAOOOOO I would definitely resist huge aliens & I think you would too 😂

[@thatcarlchick7655]

The "Oh, I'm sorry" after that first hiss was so sweet! I love that you respected little Tommy P as his own individual from the jump.

[@lauramatilda3279]

I love that you nick named him Tommy P. Adorable!

[@msjkramey]

"Welcome to the good life buddy" That made me smile. I'm glad you found him

[@nadinehaney6590]

When I was 12yrs old I found a litter of 5 feral kittens in an old shed on my uncles cattle ranch. Everyone told me to just leave them, but my older cousin helped me get them into a secure area in one of the barns,( one of them bit clear through his finger in the process) and I spent all my free time with them to get them over their fear of humans. Two weeks later I had to leave to go home; within a week my aunt called to let me know that they had all been adopted as family pets, except my favorite little Calico. My cousin decided to keep him, and he became the most snuggly lap cat ever. That began my life as a rescuer; I am 59 and the most foster babies I ever had at one time was 16 kittens and 4 young adults. I was living in a tiny 800sq ft apartment at the time, so it got a little crazy at times, but there is no sight or sound in the world that is more adorable than the thunder of 64 little feet all chasing a laser pointer around the house. Thank you so much for being part of the solution! God bless you and your kind and generous heart.🫠

[@dicaprisun7759]

This was an amazing comment to read❤ bless you

[@beverleyhagaman7344]

Bless your kind and gentle heart.

[@rickishade7816]

god bless you

[@pavlemarina]

Thank you for your kind heart. Our furry friends need all the help and all the love we can give. We haveb3 at home, 20+ in the parking lot of the building, 6 more at work... you should see and hear the commotion whenever they realize we are coming, so many tails and ears to pet

[@feuerling]

20 cats? That's like a kitty avalanche!

[@amandafrazier9724]

That little "Oh!" moment when they realize pets might not be so bad after all always slays me.

[@trueriver1950]

It's not so much that they suddenly appreciate pets; it's more that they start off unsure whether you intend to give them love or violence. That cute "snuggle into" moment is the visible marker of the exact moment that trust begins. Sometimes this will be the first time they ever trusted a human. Sadly, sometimes their lives have taught them that some of us do not deserve their trust. Scientifically: that's when oxytocin (the so called "love hormone") gets released: it's the chemical signal that accompanies bonding among mammals, first to our parents, then to trusted friends and lovers, and then towards our children. When we watch a video like this, that "aw cute" feeling we get is also caused by an oxytocin rush.

[@Gir-Riff-raffe]

My buddy and I caught a cat one time who went to live with him and got baaaaaaad separation anxiety when he left the room. Could just be going to the restroom…he didn’t care 😄 But I was working at this truck stop in the middle of nowhere and he was showing signs of abuse. Had a little spray paint remnants and his tail looked like someone cut it off. We tricked him in order to catch him and he cried the whole way home to his new home because he thought his time was up. He likes it when you dribble his butt on the seat cushion like a basketball. The first few weeks were pretty untrusting tho- he could never figure out where the cat was sleeping. Then he quickly started sleeping under his bed and is probably there right now.

[@2wittysue535]

Thank you for your time and love for these cheeky, messy beauties.

[@pamelasimone5084]

I think he’s adorable. He just needs to know someone who will consistently love him.

[@lauraelaineallen21]

I love the moment when kittens are so tensed up, and are crouched down in defense mode, because you're touching them, and slowly they realize that head-scritchies are not a bad touch. And suddenly they just start straightening up out of the crouch and moving toward you like, "oh! You provide good stuff!"

[@andrewnguyen1117]

And in about a week, they take over the house and declare royalty

[@TheSteelpony]

IKR! My favorite thing ever

[@feistyunicorn5617]

I love that too.

[@ZeranZeran]

The feeling that something so small and vulnerable is so scared of the world, but trusts you, is enough to make a grown man cry

[@lindahouston5635]

Thank you for your kindness and love to this sweet baby! 😻😻😻

[@sc-ty7zs]

Bless you and your organisation for helping all those beautiful fur babies ❤❤❤❤❤

[@mom.left.me.at.michaels9951]

I had a feral rescue that had no idea what the treats were and refused them like that so I just got little on his mouth real quick. Then when he tried to lick it away his eyes lit up and the "OMG what IS that gimme more!!!" Response was immediate. 🤣

[@amandahugenkiss]

Yup. I've heard other youtubers say to do the same thing with chicken baby food and a spoon. The trick as you've discovered is to get on on their lips and face so that they have to lick it off. Lol. Thank you for rescuing kitties!

[@KFoxtheGreat]

My younger cat was a spicy feral kitten when I found her and transforming her from a hissy little fluff to the refined princess she is has brought me so much joy

[@blueStarKitt7924]

I am so glad about it!🙂♥️🐱

[@Decgyrrl]

What a cute little kitty. He seems a bit scared, but it's lovely, how he began to trust u, especially after u fed him that treat. Thanks for nursing back to health!❤

[@bouboodog]

Thank you for being a hero and saving him.❤

[@JulEnglefaris]

Poor bud, his poor eyes. Thanks for helping him get better and making him well again

[@anonconspicuous6910]

Do we know the kitten is well? I assume all these people do this for the clicks and drop the poor kitten off in a shelter or behind a diner. When I worked at a diner we'd have these clout chasers dropping kittens off all the time for us to deal with. These people are usually awful

[@MonkeyJedi99]

It is sad that so many strays end up with infections like that.

[@makeuplife0615]

@@anonconspicuous6910I agree! Animal exploitation for KZbin profits. It’s also a wonder how these “rescuers” always know which locations they can find abandoned animals

[@KSSBG]

​@@anonconspicuous6910turd.............................. sandwich

[@starhollander22]

@@anonconspicuous6910 Typically those channels would film "finding" the animals so i doubt this channel does that, although theres always a chance

[@coryd1050]

My Ziggy Pawdust was a feral and would do the hisses at first too. But when she finally accepted me and David Meowie as her new fur-mily, she quickly eased up on us. 😂

[@tinyfistm.2607]

Heh, epic names.

[@unkledoda420]

We just got 2 kittens a few months ago. My sister named them Ziggy and Ozzy after Ziggy Stardust and Ozzy Osbourne. Kinda weird because she's never been a fan of either.

[@sashawhyte7396]

That name. So cuuute

[@user-lv7ne3dc7v]

Ziggy Pawdust and David Meowie!

[@dm24cars]

🤣🤣🤣

[@ailenehuston1650]

Feral Cats make great pets! My 3 cats were all feral and I really think they appreciate everything more because of it! thank you for all you do for these adorable kittens!

[@ruddiko]

So young and already missing a chunk of their ear. Thank you for helping them ❤

[@karenbeads]

Feral cats that are caught and spayed or neutered are either ear tipped or notched to show they are not able to procreate. Usually, this when they are released back to where they were trapped.

[@suzanconner5814]

His one eye looks like it needs some attention. Thanks for saving him and letting him see what love is all about.❤

[@southerncatlady]

There is nothing like the joy that comes from bonding with a feral kitty. The love of any cat is amazing... But winning the heart of a feral one is the best! 🖤

[@BakedBuddy]

Thanks for taking your own time and resources to care for this little kitten. he's truly lucky to have come across you guys.

[@wanaraz]

I like that he get's TWO names. He's special!

[@yoyohayli]

I love spicy kittens ❤ Their tiny little hisses are so lacking in power, but it melts my heart when people respect their boundaries and slowly get the kitten to warm up to the best thing any house cat can have: genuine love.

[@TADMECBJD]

This reminds me of how my five cats throughout the years have looked when bringing them home. It's so saddening, sickening and it makes me mad seeing when kitties or cats (any animal really) are treated in such despair. Thank you for being this kittie's hero!!

[@545reptar]

I love how quickly you can see the kitten process that pets feel good ❤

[@skyblaze6705]

He is adorable and god bless all good people who rescue cats ❤️

[@lalalanidani]

You are such an angel thank you for saving the babies you save

[@2to-tango]

From hiss to meow. How adorable 💕

[@axdambient]

the first time an animal sees how much we love them. its the reason i love them. i know the feeling. and it feels so good.

[@sandragrejdus8468]

You're so kind and gentle. Thank you for rescuing them. You're awesome, God bless you. And Those Adorable kittens.

[@Quirkitty]

He just wants some love ✨❤️

[@hedylogospothos9206]

He will be so sweet one day 🤍

[@CatPenny]

Our Mewly looked like her and was feral/ semi feral. Bless you for taking him in! You got in pets already. Amazing ❤!

[@mugekolukisa783]

Tommy looks just like our dear kitty 'Duman' (Smoke), who we lost last year. It broke my heart. Hence, Tommy's story made me smile - God bless you cutie.❤❤❤

[@Caramia-w1x]

God bless you, the kittens, and everyone involved❤❤❤

[@DankTheGank]

Good job lady, people like you give me some faith in humanity.

[@travelerofthemultiverse9444]

Poor little baby needs all the love

[@estevennurkin5183]

Lovely music ! Beautiful video! Beautiful kitten! ❤ much Blessings to all involved!!!❤

[@hanorabrennan9202]

I love that you're kind to animals.

[@jessrowe1]

Tommy Pickles is so precious ❤

[@user-gu4dh3du2x]

Thank you for loving that precious, scared kitty.

[@Angie-ux3xr]

You have so much patience! These babies were blessed to be cared for by you.

[@ronagreenfield9545]

Thank goodness for kind people who rescue animals and give them the love and respect they deserve.

[@perfectlyimperfect9129]

Thank yall soooo much for all you do !! All animals deserve a loving safe forever home with those that love them unconditionally ❤️ ♥️

[@trenae77]

The way he looks at you as he realizes your petting is NOT to cause pain but to grant comfort!!

[@TAGS999]

Thank you for being so kind to these babies. God bless you.

[@peggywerner2486]

Bless you for taking in the 3 sick kitties. Your a hero! ❤❤❤

[@laneperson137]

Aww the Rugrats crew, what a nice Lil throwback ♥

[@scarscar7616]

Thank you SO MUCH for rescuing this angel. This makes my heart so happy. Yall are truly angels.

[@butterfrogfarms]

Tommy is adorable! Thank you all so much for helping him!

[@nancynelosn5830]

So kind of you to care for them Thank you.

[@ionabenz]

Thank you. Every cat- kitten, dog & dog babies deserve a good, kind home.

[@jobo8819]

Thanks for rescuing.

[@goliathtigerfishes]

Dunno why but I started crying. I hope that little baby has all the good things life has to offer.

[@rhondajackson8428]

Aww thank you for rescuing this poor precious kitten and for giving him a treatment to make him feel better God bless you 💖

[@sdd123]

Thank you so much for your help with this kitty.❤

[@Sensansenkai]

I love seeing feral kitties learn how nice it is to have a human ;w; especially kittens experiencing pets for the first time and going from “DO NOT TOUCH! I WILL KILL YOU!!” To “oh… oh that’s actually very nice” in a few seconds flat

[@erin-pearl4685]

All these babies needed was love and compassion. I'm so glad they got forever homes

[@Sleipnirseight]

My boyfriend's approach is to hold feral kittens against their will and kiss them. They almost immediately melt and realize how much they needed that parental comfort. Totally different protocol for older kittens, of course, but when they're that little theyre VERY maleable and silly

[@lisasmith4202]

He looks like he has a very good life . Once a cat is feral most of the time they will keep that in them . I have tamed many feral cats but they all go back to the wild . It’s their lives

[@lyziemeowmeowmeow9787]

Awww! That is the first time I saw a kitty hiss at a licky treat!

[@MaryTheresa1986]

What precious little angels! Thank you for rescuing these sweet babies!

[@Leaf_bonez]

Every animal deserves love ❤

[@deborahvaughan5231]

All you need is love.

[@Duckymcduckster]

Awesome Beatles song

[@universechildjac888]

“Welcome to the good life” Yes, please give him a good life. He deserves that. ❤☺️ cute baby

[@elizabethbogard7568]

Thank you for loving Pickles!❤

[@mommymeolson362]

That's exactly how you do it you get to their stomach first and the rest will follow

[@chicloso7k]

This video was so touching, loved it. 🥲

[@NebulousArray]

Ive learned often the spicier the kitten, the more sweet and loving they become as you acclimate them. Love how gently you speak to this baby 💕💕

[@faithhope7990]

Thank you for caring and provideing them with love

[@haleybunker1339]

They are both beautiful gorgeous amazing adorable lovely animals.

[@Ambipie]

Poor kids were probably protective of their little faces. Its awful seeing just how sick a baby animal can get and still be strong enough to fight back :(

[@saiyansatan]

It breaks my heart when their eyes are like that... such helpless fur babies. Glad they are coming around

[@f.chrisliuzzo7889]

Thank you for all the love you give.

[@bronxsmurfette76]

God Bless these little angel hearts

[@lyndaoneill7813]

Dear little darling,it takes a while to gain their trust.Probably never had anything to do with humans so hopefully turns into a little sweetie.🐈🐾🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👍

[@Night7Crawler]

Hes so precious. Thank you for loving the kitties ❤

[@user-mq3in8er7j]

Their eyes! Thank you for saving & helping them. ❤

[@carolkenyon5063]

Thank you for helping these precious fur babies. 🐈♥️🐈♥️

[@MoDavI-sl7iy]

Maybe it's just me, but I think kittens are too cute when they hiss. Lol

[@jamespetrovia2448]

U guys are angels 😇 thank u for helping this little guy

[@diva6148]

Love the names! I was a huge Rugrats fan when I babysat my nephew. He's 26 now and I'm 43. You're an amazing human and so are all the ones who've adopted and fostered cats and kittens!

[@teetree6661]

For those wondering: the eye thing you see the kittens in many of the shorts possessing is probably something like feline herpesvirus. It's very common in ferals especially and kinda just a given when dealing with them. Just like in humans they can live their life just fine provided they get the proper treatment. My current cat was formerly a friendly feral we found outside and has HPV; even with her compromised immune system her condition is never an issue and hard to even notice.

[@laurafeher9694]

A hot white washcloth quickly cleans those nasties out of kitty's 👀 Eyes ❤ Appreciated your Post

[@mariag.8242]

Most rescue cats have gunk in or around their eyes; it’s very common and almost always easily cleaned up or treated. Please don’t scare people from rescuing kitties because they look rough.

[@teetree6661]

@@mariag.8242 I am not doing so. At no point did I ever indicate that; even specified that I myself have adopted a cat with the condition.

[@stickmanoncrack]

TOMMY PICKLES? HIS NAME IS TOMMY PICKLES?!?!? That's the cutest name I've ever heard

[@GlamouredDreamer]

Aw, so sweet I always feel bad when they look like that you can tell they’ve been through enough :( thank god for people like you and others who have the time energy and money to take them in and care for them, I hope every pet rescuer has a long and happy life with their pets ❤️

[@user-tg1fl6pq2u]

Poor baby How precious ..thank goodness for good and caring people

[@Youraverageintrovert-hw3nw]

This is probably the most wholesome thing I’ve seen all day

[@michellelinzie4897]

Special people who look after animals this way.... blessings 🙏❤🙏

[@pamelamaxwell3451]

All BABIES DESERVE TO HAVE A CHANCE IN LIFE! THANKS FOR YOUR KINDNESS TO THIS LITTLE ONE & TELL YOUR DAD HE'S A WISE & GOOD HEARTED MAN 😊❤❤

[@ohsqueep]

there's always something so heartwarming about a feral cat experiencing love for the first time. they always seem to have a moment of realization like 'oh so this is what love feels like, this rules.'

[@Phoenixqueen77]

Watching kittens lose their fear is just. So many emotions.

[@user-ch4tg2zl9j]

So sweet thank you for saving this innocent kitty 🐈

[@jwag4863]

Thank you for helping them!! ❤

[@user-hx4wz2px5k]

You made me cry. Thank You! ❤

[@alisongray6354]

Thank you for caring for the sweet little babies. Their poor little eyes need a little TLC.

[@MrIcecolddd]

Bless its little heart

[@Whofan06]

Feral cats are so fascinating. Depending on their age it's like there's some sort of switch in their brains that decides if they need to be feral or friendly to humans based on their survival conditions, but they are primed to seek out attention from humans. We just found some 3 week old kittens in our yard, abandoned given how eager they were to crawl out of their den and yell for food, but they responded to us IMMEDIATELY, hearing human voices, crawling all over us, suckling on hair and shirts. Scared and confused certainly, but no instinct to be angry or afraid. We have no idea if they had been close to humans before but presume they haven't, and maybe left alone for another week they would be feral, but I'm just so interested in their ability to change gears on that instinctual behavior. Seems to me like they really have evolved to trust humans as long as the conditions are there.

[@travisjernigan8529]

So heart warning to see a kitten enjoy affection for the first time. It calms their nerves and entrusts the good humans.