BIG PROBLEM .. Perfect Solution 🐈‍⬛

[@traciebolton1951]

I also have barn cats. They are fixed, vet checked, well respected, and loved strays that showed up on my farm. It is possible to love and respect an animal and allow it to do what is in its DNA as well. ❤

[@gerardkelly6316]

Why not let them breed The more cats the less rats and mice. They will find there own hiding places and survive. This is born out by the plague of feral cats in outback Australia.

[@barbarawatters4279]

Those are not feral cats. Those are sweetie cats totally bonded with you guys. You could just let them out during the day and let them inside at night to help keep them safer from predators

[@steviemariewolf]

Yes please consider this

[@Carol-b1v]

We live on a creek with many cat eating animals. The skunks and cats get along great, and we have not so far in 12 years here ever lost a cat to any animal. Our cats never come inside. They love to be outside where the real action is.

[@misschristopherobyn]

Let them be indoor/outdoor cats. 😊 same result, happier cats!

[@jessicastollberg1882]

Came to say the same thing. Not semi-feral at all!

[@_tripsa]

This is why they considered not saying anything to the internet because they knew people were going to start in with this. I am quite sure they know the risks and have considered them all.

[@staroceans8677]

It's NICE to know that you love the cats, because they are precious and have their own unique personalities easily becoming a part of a family as much as dogs. I hope they get to come in and out, as the dogs do to visit and cuddle, and not remain solely outside, especially during the winter. But you did say you were accommodating them regarding warmth. My brother's a doctor, and his wife's a veterinarian. They say as a baby grows it's healthy, especially toddlers, for an animal's familiarity and to help prevent allergies, to be around animals as often as possible. Most new parents feel they should isolate children, however, as the child becomes more adapt to an environment, animals and the natural ways of nature they'll be much more healthy and happy for it. 😏

[@LucyandtheScamp]

Thank you for getting them fixed, and thank you for providing them a safe place to be at night.

[@Vickie-b1k]

Are your kitties males? I have found they make better mousers. Without making this a long story, we now have a feral cat that is indoors and outdoors. He takes care of mice, birds, small snakes, and even squirrels. He stays in most the time in the winter and most the time outside in the nice months. He has a heated cat house outside. He does all his bathroom needs outside and has never had an accident nor tore anything up. We are his only humans and doesn’t trust but a few others. Your kitties could easily be indoor/outdoor and still accomplish the rodent problem.

[@Ceceoh]

I’ve had cats who loved being outside, and others who could not care less. The cats will decide and make their preferences known. Emphatically. And don’t believe the myths of aloof, independent felines. They will bond with you, your child, and even your dogs in ways that will delight you. Cats are wonderful!

[@ElsaRhae]

They’re wonderful animals. So far they love it outside but prefer to nap inside. At night they start scratching at the windows wanting to go out but we haven’t let them yet!

[@jh1896]

The kitties are adorable! ❤❤

[@aleta5873]

And conducive to relaxation...xo

[@mc8869]

I didn’t think I could love your channel more. But then, KITTIES!!!

[@shawnmcquillan3874]

Somebody’s in L O V E ! W/ 2 adorable kittens! Elsa, you look ‘smitten’! lol!🥰

[@mishkybishky]

Aww those kitties are so cute. Great addition! I’ll be a little sad to see them kicked outside .. kitties love warmth & cuddles. Rogue is a SWEETHEART.. Hope they help keep the rodents away ❤

[@claudieC.]

Having a healthy role model as a father when Barron was a child and now as an adult is likely why Barron is a mature and supportive partner and soon to be father. Great dad.

[@HH-li5xl]

It’s so hard not to fall in love with kitty cats. My friend who has never had a pet in his life but has a mouse problem , just got 2 kittens. It took him the drive to his house from picking them up to fall in love with them ❤ . So so sweet. Congrats on the new addition.

[@deeice5398]

Kitty cats are lovingly obsessed with babies! They love the smell of them and love to snuggle closely to them whenever they get the chance. This has been my personal experience loving cats for many years now. Yes I'm not surprised that they're gravitating towards you Elsa. I'm sure they sense that sweet little baby growing inside of you! Enjoy them! I'm sure they will go to work & help solve your rodent problem 😉

[@ashleyross2354]

We adopted an indoor/outdoor cat. She is the sweetest and we love her. She amazes me how good she is at hunting. I feel bad for the mice at times she is so good at it. Love having her around

[@lyndamarines3656]

Yeah...those kittens are not going to be outside cats 😂

[@elizabeththackery5788]

Outdoor cats are amazing and will come around as they please. They will do their job and be a great addition to the homestead. Thanks for introducing them to us!!

[@leah1590]

Their little hops are so cute!

[@phyllisadams7343]

I was raised on a farm. We had barn cats. My dad also raised pigs. Our cats would sleep with the baby pigs. Dad had heat lamps on the baby pigs to keep them warm in winter. Love your kitten's they are beautiful. I dont know if i could let them outside.

[@patdavis8018]

Two beautiful kittens with two beautiful dogs. ❤❤❤❤

[@Beverly-e4z]

I don't even know you kids but I am so proud of your courage.....

[@theresapodrebarac-kc5132]

The cats are adorable. ISO cute to see pilot warm up to them.

[@angelinevanaman8135]

Glad you got Cats😻. I have always had cats. I did have five that were indoor outdoor and I just feel like they lived a great life. People always said that they would die younger but they didn’t they lived 17 and 19 years all of them. You are doing an amazing job on your home. 🎄✨🙏🏻

[@mamacat315]

Elsa, PLEASE be careful around the cats and their feces. Cats, especially feral cats can carry a parasite that can cause toxoplasmosis that may cause miscarriage. Please have Barron clean litter boxes and wash your hands after cuddling with them. I believe you can have the cats tested at your vet so they can be treated if they are infected. Love you guys!!

[@levimiee7183]

I second this! It’s very serious please let Barron clean the litter

[@jimenaduarte7507]

Por favor Elsa,atiende a lo que te explican,la toxoplasmosis es un problema real,cuidado,por favor!! habla con tu médico,cuidate mucho♥️♥️

[@jimenaduarte7507]

l second this!!

[@jimenaduarte7507]

please take care!!

[@terryrenfroe6753]

Beautiful kitties but so true , stay away until you're not nursing anymore.

[@rachelfoss5455]

That view from your bedroom....kitty and pup snuggles....life is good ❤❤

[@teajaefantabulous]

I love how sweet Elsa you are about the kittens and how factual Barron is... both adorable in each's personality's 💜

[@gardenboots7464]

NOOOOOOO - I don't want it to be over, so soon! VERY enjoyable video. Thank you. ☺️💓✨️

[@ElsaRhae]

Longer next week!!

[@AmyStoneYT]

It’s good that you bond and keep a good relationship with your barn kitties. That way it’s easier to grab them for vet visits which keeps them and other homestead pets/animals healthy

[@SJones-pr7tq]

What a lovely video. Kittens are a great sense of joy and lots of laughs. I have 3 cats about 11 years old and 3 dogs about 6 years old. They all are so loyal, cuddly and are my sense of purpose waking up each morning. You will enjoy them so much.❤🐈🐕

[@ilzitek2419]

Cute kitties. It will be so hard for you to make them stay outside after so much human touch. They will be heartbroken being banished to the outside.

[@TheEraLad]

Congrats on the kitties! They’re so cute. I wonder if they’ll prefer being indoor with you guys and outdoor during the daytime

[@bex188]

Omg, Rogue's snuggles are beautiful! Both kitties are fantastic!! ❤️‍🩹 You'll love them. Thank you for making them part of your amazing family 🥰 xxx

[@eloradanan9310]

Elsa and Barron! You have no idea how much the internet loves cats and babies! You guys have got internet gold right there ❤ some of the happiest things I’ve seen on the internet are cats being funny with babies. Babies love cats, I think it’s sweet just don’t clean the litter box when pregnant if you even have a litter box at all and just be happy. Wishing you guys all the happiness with your fur babies and soon to be human baby ❤

[@4nicmac4]

Hello from the UK, fellow cat lover .Thank you for giving these two a wonderful home, I hope they thrive in such a caring environment where they can disperse/reduce the rodent population and hopefully bring you many smiles. They are fabulous, congratulations on your new family additions xx

[@lquick6]

My very domestic kitties catch every single mouse that squeezes into my house. They love to give them to me as gifts. On my pillow as I sleep and other places a dead mouse isn’t truly wanted. lol. Long haired kitties like yours are definitely not good barn cats because their hair requires more attention than your typical kitty. Congratulations, they are precious.

[@jenmsdc3244]

Love the kitties!!! I bet those sweet cats will absolutely LOVE protecting the homestead, they’ll have a purpose and they will be loved…AND well cared for. Very lucky kitties in my opinion!! Loved the toe beans 😅❤️❤️

[@artgirlsreality]

Your bedroom window looks like a Geogia O'Keeffe painting. NICE

[@brendariley8982]

We have both indoor/outdoor cats as well as 100 percent indoor cats. We no longer have a mouse or rat problem, although the cats love to leave the dead rats on our front door area as gifts. Oh well. Your kittens are precious, Oh my god. What sweet kitties. Nice work guys. I would keep them in at night for protection.

[@kriswray]

Please keep them indoor outdoor cats I've already bonded to you and they have a lot of personality you just have to give them a chance even though you've already done that so please keep them safe and keep them indoor outdoor. Their babies like your dogs and baby

[@glenysperry3421]

Elsa is not the only one nesting! Those cats will be a big help, and they are so darn cute!

[@donnataylor980]

I saw the kitties at the shower but I forgot to tell you how precious they are❤ now I'm going to finish the video❤😊❤

[@TheAuntieX]

I think the cats should be inside/outside...not just outside. You are now learning about how wonderful & loving cats are.

[@readtheword3]

They sure are cute , love watching you interacting with the animals ,Elsa you will be a very loving Mom &Dad , Merry Christmas 🎄 to you both

[@avamarie5609]

As someone who adopted, nurtured and fixed a stray barn kitten, thank you for doing that part of the video. It felt so healing to hear someone say those things for once, because my cat simply cannot live indoors. It's not in her DNA and it can be upsetting when people respond to that with "you deserve someone to take your cat" or worse. Much love to you, Barron and baby girl!!❤

[@claudiaprice1018]

I love your little kitties. I know they will be a good addition to your team living out there. Good luck. Merry Christmas. 🩷🩷

[@nemmyc]

I love love love the kitties! So friggen cute

[@melodeeplath8002]

Ahhhhhgh ! You just gave me one more reason to Love your channel ❤❤ Those kittens are Adorable 😻😻

[@pagewhite61]

I grew up on a farm, we always had barn cats. Your kitties are so cute!! Cats are just the best! I have and love dogs too; I’m so happy you are getting to experience both. ❤❤❤❤

[@PatriciaPranke-f4i]

How adorable

[@lisalavorgna]

Kittens on your belly is just precious!

[@tanyajones8170]

What a gorgeous view from your bedroom! At first glance, I thought it was a photograph!

[@kchristag]

Excited to see just how often Rogue is actually in with Elsa...lol.

[@ElsaRhae]

... me too :)

[@kelliethorman5953]

Love the kitties 💕They are precious!!!

[@nicole_a_11]

Congrats on the new kitties, they are adorable!!

[@RachelMenezes-tp1ph]

I already loved your channel but it just got two thousand times better 😻😻😻😻😻😻

[@CanadaEngineer]

It's good to have the Baron content @ it's current levels. Makes it more unisex , something couples can enjoy together. Great work 👍👏Merry Christmas you two and fur Friends and chat.

[@gtyler-2551]

OMG!! I LOVE THE KITTEN ❤❤❤HOMESTEAD IS LOOKING AWESOME 👍❤️👍

[@BeeKay4444]

So many people have no clue about cats. I have 4 rescues and they are amazing animals. Sweet and loving. Also never had an issue with cats and babies. It is not true that they smother babies etc total wives tale. Side note….they aren’t feral as if they were they wouldn’t come near people ever.

[@heidik-lady8135]

Elsa, you're a Mom cat now. It happens 😻

[@ElsaRhae]

Happens to the best of us :)

[@Unorganizedcrimejunkie4911]

They are both adorable ❤❤

[@EmpathEnergyMe]

Your fur babies (all 4) are beautiful and I am obsessed!! So cute!!! Merry Christmas you guys!!! 🎄🎄🎅🎅🙏🙏✨✨🥰🥰

[@hisabode]

If you ever need an indoor litter solution…pine pellets in a double cat pan, with the top one having sifter holes in it. You need a spacer between for which I place 5 Vienna sausage cans. The pellets turn to sawdust when they pee and go into the bottom. You’ll need to dip out the poop. Cheap and no odor! I only change it out once a week and add new pellets to what’s left.❤️ (where I live pine pellets 40 lbs/under 8.00 and lasts me a couple of months for 2 fully indoor cats.)

[@erikasandstrom4927]

Be careful... they seem to love you and your falling in love. I have found what was left of a beloved cat because of coyotes, seriously heart breaking. Will never forget image. Have lost other cats to coyotes too. Cats are curious they escape, it's terrible. I agree no snakes. Just keep your heart protected. Build escape routes for them coyote proof.

[@green_willowtree]

We live in southern Colorado as well, And this year a bushy tailed wood rat tried to get into our house! Sticky traps and an assortment of snacks did well! (Dry quinoa, saltines, cheerios) we have also caught 4 other field mice! We use Irish spring soap to keep them out of the cars.

[@treezafernweh4156]

Love love love your new kitties! My first cat was for mice as well - they’re amazing critters!!

[@susanalbone5101]

They are so easy to love. They will let you know what they want to do. Take care, keep safe. ❤ Dorset, UK

[@Onespirit01]

I ove your new kittens, I am very familiar with barn cats as I lived on a farm in Oregon in my 20’s. I am telling you they can be pets and hunters both. I loved them! Now I have an indoor/outdoor cat named Grace for 13 years. She navigates the alley and other cat s and critters who come into our yard perfectly. This is her domain. She has brought me all kinds of gifts from the beyond. It’s sad but its the circle of life and she is doing her job. Enjoy Guys, I think it could work out perfectly for your growing family! Ps, I watched the whole baby shower, I enjoyed it so much. You guys bring back some of the best memories I ever had in my life!! Thank you so much, can’t wait for whats next! Pps, Baron is so handy, and helpful to you, he is a keeper!

[@dawnberry3797]

I am 53 years old I have never not had a few cats at a time I also have 4 adult children who were raised with cats. Cats are wonderful creatures please don't believe in all those myths, cats with a newborn is and will be just fine. Let them be indoor and outdoor cats, also those are not feral cats if they were you would NOT be able to cuddle with them. Congrats on new kitties and baby so happy for you!!

[@carlalayne3942]

This is the sweetest .. they know there's something going and most of all they're all jealous and caring

[@jillrector7176]

Love ❤️ Rogue and ❤Bandit - so cute they may break the internet! Great addition to the family 🐈

[@lisantica]

So happy for you all! Another great episode. Been watching you both since you were pulling the Scamp with the Mini Cooper.

[@FeatheredLegs]

Cat’s are an endless source of amusement and love. Congratulations on your two new family members!

[@hollyp4579]

When my sister nursed her baby, one of her cats was ALWAYS there sitting on chair with her! Those early am feedings….anytime it didn’t matter. They had a special bond and the kitty always watched over the baby. The other cat, would sit at her feet, keeping them warm! Enjoy your kitties, they are GREAT companions and bring much joy in life! Have Baron get a little red laser light, he can watch the kittens run around chasing it….will bring you both lots of laughter! Lol

[@jerryrathgeb4412]

I love watching this all come together, as you find solutions to challenges. It mightn't always seem like it, but you're blessed. 🌙🌟☀️

[@NMV-ej4zd]

Those kitties bonded with each other and to you, Elsa! You're a great kitty and doggy mommy and soon to be baby mommy. And Pilot and Camp are great "brothers."

[@amberh4109]

@9:44 OMG Pilot in seal mode is so adorable! I love when my doggies go into seal mode.🥰

[@lynellethompson5521]

The kitties are adorable 🐾🐾♥️♥️♥️!! Blessed holidays and seasons greetings!!❄️🩵❄️

[@BB-quietlife]

We had the same rodent problem when we lived in Colorado. The smell when they died in our walls one winter was unbelievable. So we adopted some amazing barn cats, gave them a lovely warm home in our garage and the problem ended! Plus rodents can chew your wiring and cause fires. Congrats on your new little one!

[@bumbles17]

Those kitties, and Pilot seems to be doing it too, seeing her so protective of and around you, they are imprinting on that baby ❤

[@KathyColorado1]

Excellent Video! Thank you so much for sharing! Those kitties are adorable! Hopefully good hunters! Merry Christmas! Love and peace to you today and always.

[@vallovesnature8449]

Oh my goodness!!! They’re absolutely adorable!!! The one sanctuary I follow has at least 10 barn cats. I had to laugh when you mentioned that the rats are decorating their dens with mouse traps. Very cool outlets Barron! Wishing you guys & your families a very Happy Happy Joy Joy!!!❤️💖💙💖💙❤️💙❤️

[@vallovesnature8449]

Almost forgot, my Aussie Jade absolutely loved my cat. So don’t be surprised if Pilot adopts them😂

[@3Firewoman]

An outside cat adopted us 2 yrs ago. My daughter has developed a strong bond with Kittle. So he is now an outside inside cat. He has heat and air in the garage and sometimes he sleeps out there. We let him go outside during the day but if he's not inside to sleep on her bed, she gets very agitated and doesn't rest until he's inside. He even travels the 675 miles to visit our families in a different state! Cat's are such fun to watch and are often almost human like. They become devoted to their humans. My grandaughter is almost 13 btw. She does have Acute Panic and Anxiety Disorder and Kittle has helped her with this just by being beside her!

[@debs5499]

Our barn cat comes in and snuggles, take naps and then walk over to the door when he wants out. We have two other full time barn cats and everyone is happy. We get to snuggle and he get to do his thing outside. Getting mice, rabbits and whatever but is still the sweetest guy. Just do what works for you guys❤

[@tammykutschall4240]

Welcome little kittens. You will have a great life on the homestead. All the best

[@cindycarroll104]

Elsa and Barron GREAT NEWS for your two cats they will get the job done I PROMISE YOU BOTH. My daddy and mama lived in the country for 50 years. There homestead was surrounded by Almonds tree so in summer they would shake them trees the almonds would fall on the ground. BUT BUT them Hugh rodents came into my parents fruit trees and over time both parents set traps and poison and for nothing till my daddy got 2 wild stray cats from the mountains brought them home. We fed them once a day for them to stay. As they gotten older and had much more kittens GUESS WHAT. THEY DID THERE JOB NO MORE RODENTS AT ALL. Them cats took care of all them rodents. Proud of you both. Cindy from California ❤

[@LauraE15]

I found a couple of tiny kittens in a pampers box sitting in the middle of the rd. Had someone hit tht box with their vehicle those 2 babies def wouldn’t have made it. I stopped bc my little boy was looking out the window and he said Mom go back I seen something inside of the box. I knew before I went back, but I thought it was gonna be puppies for some reason. But he opened his door and 2 lil orange kittens popped their heads up and I said, put them in the car. We were going to a bday party tht day so they went with us. They were brothers and so dang cute but so small. I took them to the vet the next day because I seen they were struggling with the cat food. Tht was the end of Sept and of course we still have the lil boogers,😂 Peanut & Sunny, and just like urs they feel the need to be on me when they sleep, LoL. Especially Peanut, he tries “nursing” all around my neck especially but he also does my hands. I tried finding them homes when we first found them but now they’re at their furever home, here with us. Omg, I love the hair on y’all’s lil kittens 🥰 they’re just so dang cute and we have mice around here also. We live out in the country here in Ky and we have chicken feed, goat and sheep feed ,etc so yeah the mice r everywhere here. But our outdoor cat does take care of sooo many. I know these kittens would also but I’m just to scared to put them out because of predators. I know they could def climb a tree, I’m just afraid I would also have to climb it to get them back down,😂 Merry Christmas to y’all, just think this time next yr will be baby’s 1st Christmas, how precious 💕 God bless u all and I hope y’all have a very blessed New Yr 🙏🫶🏻🎄

[@wildtheythrive9160]

Oh my goodness gracious!!!! The kitties are stupid cute!!!! So happy y'all added kitties to the family. Welcome Rogue and Bandita!!! We have a Vixey and Trixey, they are such characters. ❤❤

[@53islandgirl]

I love cats and loved how you educated everyone as to what they innately love to do! I live in an area that seems to have no idea....

[@beaatpeace2490]

Love your perspective! I just love you guys lol! ❤

[@JudyGoodwin-l9b]

Such little cuties. 😺 😸 Mischievous, great hunters. Gotta love 'em

[@rlmbaby11]

Barn cats are the BEST cats! And honestly they can outlive house cats if the environment is favorable to them. All of the cats from my childhood were barn cats and they are so rad. My mom still has a 21 year old barn cat!

[@ElsaRhae]

Wow!! 21!! That's insane! Our neighbor lost her 22 year old barn cat last summer

[@MS-gy7bk]

@@ElsaRhaemy last cat lived to be 24 💕

[@melissaw1813]

They are so sweet! Farm/barn outdoor cats are great! Hope it does the trick for ya!

[@kristiphillips7783]

Kitty's are the bet and they are beautiful!! You show them love, provide, and they will do the job being inside AND/OR outside cats to show their appreciation. I have had cats since the day I was born and all our cats until now who is a foster have been inside/outside. They pretty much spend sun up to down out and would come in at night. No matter how you raise them they are natural born hunters. In their nature and will get it done! They will serve you even if they come in at night to keep them safe.

[@donnad4883]

As you’ve obviously heard you have domesticated kitties. Feral cats take years to bond. That said they will still hunt for you- you will decide their lifespan by either leaving them out day and night or bringing them in. Outdoor kittens have a lifespan of about 6 years if they’re smart. Indoor cats can live 15-20 years. I’m glad you love them and hope they perform well for you.

[@ElsaRhae]

Interesting. Just had a neighbor over who adopted fully feral cats from the Amish, worked with them to establish a bond, and they lived outside till they were 22 and 20, the former died just last summer.

[@donnad4883]

@@ElsaRhae Now that’s what we all hope for! My numbers are simply stats and fortunately/unfortunately we don’t get to predict the future. Good luck with those beautiful mousers- expect gifts from them, a snake here or there, a mouse, a voll whatever they are hunting. We lived in the suburbs and my old cat brought me volls every couple of days. She was an indoor/outdoor cat and lived to be 16 and hunted like a champ! We didn’t have rattlesnakes though or coyotes.

[@darlenehorn8337]

When we had a farm we had a barn full of cats. I could lay my feed sacks down on floor and nothing ever got into them. I used to say we had 100's of wild cats go to barn at night turn light on and they would scatter everywhere.. while boondocking I used solar motion detectors under my car and rig. They always worked for me. Take care from Traveling Great Grandma

[@BA-fq4qy]

So excited to be on a live. I always miss them lol

[@ElsaRhae]

Thanks for being here!

[@warmbreeze43]

My cats and dogs were always with my babies. If you have a child, you can’t exclude the pets. They will act up. Kitties and dogs bond with the kids and protect them. But that is your choice to not have animals around your kids. Merry Christmas

[@hihihi900]

Omgosh you have kitty fur babies now:) Super cool ! They are loyal and really great to have on a homestead blessings always ❤

[@wwomannc4834]

They’re adorable! Of course you’re doing the right thing w the cats- don’t worry what other people think- you know what you’re doing is right. ❤

[@kelseysue4231]

We lost our cat just last week. He craved the outdoors. He tried to escape quite a few times but he had proven he would not find his way home on his own so we always went after him 🥲 on the day he died, we let him outside and he walked around and explored with such delight that I felt so sad he hadn’t always known such freedom- all of that to say there is nothing wrong with a cat living outside. I’m sure they will be well looked after. Great video Elsa!

[@mscarlarn]

Sweet baby kittens!!! Growing up on a little farm we always had outside cats. Rarely had mice or rats. Yes. Perfect solution. Merry Christmas!!!

[@LindyLooo99]

WE had barn cats to keep the rats out of the barn at our house. They brought "love" offerings, if you feed them a little, they will feed YOU a little... rabbit feet, mouse heads etc. EXPECT THEM! lol.....