No one wanted to adopt this cat, until...

[@JacksonGalaxy]

Thanks for watching everybody- I have missed you all! If you’re in Southern California and think your home could be the perfect fit for Gato, please email [e-mail]

[@artloveranimation]

It's been a while! I even adopted a cat a couple weeks ago, a small 5 year old girl I renamed Daisy 🌼 My husband even built a cat tree. She hasn't been super interested in looking out windows/sunbathing or sleeping on our bed yet. But she's adjusted really well the last 17 days. She also loves the Jackson Galaxy shop catnip, kicker toy, and clamshell bed btw

[@gsilver5000]

The house is full but I wish all the best for Gato. Someone who reads cat.

[@gsilver5000]

2022 at Best Friends sweet cow cat black and white. But had a very short fuse. He'd come over, head butt but literally seconds after petting the head then the tail twitched. I backed off. Poor guy.

[@itwasagoodideaatthetime7980]

I live in Australia otherwise I'd adopt this beautiful boy right now. I really hope he finds the purrfect furever home. Please keep us all updated on his progress.

[@martinabohackova8933]

I just have a Carman whos been behaving exactly like this, he's got a problem with spine or big joints, He could eprsiat masage, And small teritorium

[@maryssa_sings]

Considering Gato first approached the students to beg for food, it's kind of sweet that he's *not* highly food-motivated in his foster home, because that means he feels secure about where his next meal is coming from.

[@heavnxbound]

That might mean that he’s had caring owners before and therefore trusts that whenever he is with humans he will always have food and comfort. Maybe his owner passed away and ended up as a stray, which is really sad.

[@mirandadewey9998]

He would make an awesome foster dad for motherless kittens.

[@francescaa8331]

That's what I was thinking. I've seen cats that foster kittens all the time - they are great foster dads.

[@evercuriousmichelle]

Yes!!

[@kroakhan]

Yes ! especially since all kittens need another cat to teacher them how to cat

[@krisniznik3953]

I have an elderly black cat in my foster room. He enjoys playing uncle to the youngsters. She could consider him as an asset for socializing spicy kittens.

[@clairedeluna3585]

@@krisniznik3953 Agreed 100%, that's what I was thinking.

[@astroace]

Happy black cat appreciation day Gato!!

[@JacksonGalaxy]

It's a perfect day for him to shine and find his forever home!

[@HomelessHouston]

@@JacksonGalaxy I'm a Cat Lady. My first cat in the 70's was black named Cinder. Still LOVE her and LOVE my current Princes. AKA C.A.T.

[@BettyVeronica2.0]

Every day for me, is Black cat appreciation day. 💜🐾🐈‍⬛😏

[@bsanchez3563]

Noiice.. hehe guess you coukd say you are EVER[ready] (a battery brand in the us that for kind of unrelated but coincidentally nowvig probably going to sound related to this.. reasons I kind of wish was as common as energizer/rayovac ones that I see in grocery stores I use. ) ​@@BettyVeronica2.0

[@JNosewicz7569]

@@BettyVeronica2.0same here!💕🐈‍⬛😊

[@gracesiegel7849]

I love the high school kids who worked so hard to save him. They saved his life and the work that fix nation and you have done have given him an amazing future. Thank you so much for everything you do.

[@mr.zardoz3344]

Save him from what?

[@gracesiegel7849]

@@mr.zardoz3344 from the dangers and risks that stray cats face every moment of every day for their entire lives.

[@gracesiegel7849]

@@mr.zardoz3344 the high school kids saved him from the dangers and risks that stray cats face every moment they are alive. They saved him from the painful suffering ,and ultimately a slow death, he would've gone through as his arthritis got worse and he couldn't take care of and feed himself...

[@Marquise1]

Yeah, I can see it. Homeless cats, even if making their own nests have an average lifespan of 4 years and then teeth decay, kidneys, arthritis gets them less food driven and thyroid accelerate their metabolism and the get tiny and end fast. This one seemed to love kids. Any kids, humans or kitties... probably other species. He got good Karma for himself that way. Hope he get a good pampering retirement close to kids. Maybe even a cat café!

[@Sprite_525]

Man, there’s probably so many arthritic senior cats who have owners who have no idea. I hope Jackson’s idea gets shared enough so owners get the tip to xray

[@barryf5479]

You can see common traits of arthritic cats by searching around the web. The Solensia website shows typical cat behavior which is pulling oneself up vs. jumping up on elevated objects, "reaching down" vs. jumping down, slow movements, etc.

[@MustangSally98]

This convinces me to get my 11 year old cat to the vet for X-rays. Same thing. And she doesn’t like to stand up long. So she has something going on too. Thanks for helping Gato!

[@floydefisher]

Arthritis was the first thing I suspected when Mittens had similar problems. My problem was getting the vet to check for that.

[@smirbelbirbel]

My rescue cat has severe arthritis and spondylitis, she didn't react like Gato, but it was clear within days that she was in pain. Especially since her twin brother is so much more agile, you really couldn't miss it. How her previous owners who had her for 10 years never did anything is beyond me. She gets the Solensia shot every 5 weeks and lives a completely different life, jumping up on things, playing and all. 😊

[@ghostsignal]

Amen to this. I suspect physical pain is probably the leading cause of aggression in pet cats. They're a lot like people who live in chronic pain; some become shy, some just sleep a lot, and some become angry.

[@plaidpanda]

I have a former stray who was pretty feral. He's gotten a lot better, but he still swipes at me. That said, he runs to me and will follow me all around the neighborhood. Sometimes, you hafta love a cat on their terms.

[@incog99skd11]

That is key. Respect them for who they are and you will have a best friend for life.

[@anonemus2971]

You always have to love a cat on their terms. Its only after a bond is made that they are trainable

[@francescaa8331]

Respect and time. Many people end up with feral cat pets that eventually even become house cats. Tales a lot of patience and a lot of time.

[@kd1841]

I have had my girl since 2011. She can be sweet but has never been the cuddle bug I hoped for. I have learned over the years to not overstimulate her with pets. I have been harshly bitten by her many times. I tell my friends she’s a look at only cat for their safety. She likes to be near me, but rarely sits right against me so I cherish every opportunity when she does. She has become a bit nicer since I changed her to a species appropriate meat only diet a few years ago (cats are obligate carnivores). It does make me wonder if the crap food I used to feed her just made her feel bad and that contributed to ill behavior. She also lost the extra 2-3 lbs of weight she used to carry around. She is great in that she gets along with two Chihuahua’s just fine and only mildly swats at them if they play too aggressively near her. 😂❤

[@plaidpanda]

@@kd1841 Sure sounds like your girl is with the right person! True story: two days ago I was walking back from feeding some community cats, and I spotted a little tortie kitten with a fluffy tail. She was skinny and hungry, and to my surprise not only did she not run, she let me pick her up and carry her home. In the last 48 hrs she's been nothing but a snuggly, purring lovebug. We love her already!

[@markkilley2683]

Anyone who is in pain would be a little feisty. He is a nice act.

[@morganc.m1830]

Act or cat? Lol..

[@markkilley2683]

@@morganc.m1830 I meant cat.

[@ireallylovecilantro]

😭 So sweet to see him happy at the end and licking the kitten. It’s important to remember to investigate any possible medical issues with cats before assuming it’s purely behavioral. I love how you’ve taught us that. ❤

[@cassandralyris4918]

Spinal/hip arthritis, probably from someone hitting him. Some people are terribly violent to strays. Good on those teens for helping him.

[@randynelson2265]

I have severe psoriatic arthritis and nobody hit me. It just happens as you get older. Humans as well as animals.

[@RoyalMetal9]

@@randynelson2265 There are different kinds of arthritis. And different causes. One is having joint injury. Your personal example means nothing.

[@randynelson2265]

@@RoyalMetal9 Really! You haven't a clue, do ya?

[@RoyalMetal9]

@@randynelson2265 It’s u who has no clue.

[@randynelson2265]

@@RoyalMetal9 TROLL!!!!

[@Tarrynn]

We got my baby, who’s also all black, when he was 4. He had been passed around to three different homes. He’s the sweetest baby in the world. They told me I could never home him with other cats. He ran other cats off their food and was aggressive. To begin with, we got his ears cleaned out. They were completely filled with wax from allergies. He was throwing up a few times a week until we got him on prescription food. Now, he’s 9 and we have a two other cats who are around 18 months. Recently, he cuddled with one of them for an hour. It’s amazing what multiple resources - fountains, litter boxes, mats where we put food, beds, trees - has done for them all to get along too. Jackson Galaxy has taught me sooo much! Thank you 🖤

[@cjcap9918]

So happy to hear the reason for his discomfort has been resolved. I hope he finds his forever home soon. 😻❤️

[@NoNo-vv4vo]

There's a youtube video called **The DEADLY self-cleaning litter boxes that have flooded the market** covering a dodgy amazon product, would you be interested in a video or post on that? To clarify its not all electronic litterboxes period, just one specific design shape being resold on amazon.

[@saburton001]

Ive seen this too. I know he's adamantly against automatic boxes as it does take away our ability to check their poops or how much they're peeing. But yes, that specific model should be removed immediately. I have a LR4 and it's been a life saver.

[@madisynpulley]

I just found a stray kitten in the middle of the highway in Spokane Washington she was super malnourished, I’ve been watching your videos to learn how to give her the best life possible, thank you Jackson for all you’ve done to help us cat owners do better for our feline friends! ❤

[@artistana523]

I have been watching Jackson’s videos as well to try to give my baby Rocky the best life possible. Rocky was born during lockdown and my neighbor found him as a 4-5 week old lone kitten and now he is my baby. Jackson’s videos have helped me a lot.

[@TheGypsyVanners]

Thank you for saving her life AND working to take care of her right

[@AmericaLives-r2m]

I've had more than a dozen cats in my life, and all have been strays and adopted. Adopted cats are the most loving cats ever. They know you have saved them. I now have a ginger boy who someone threw out, and he ended up at our house crying for help. He adopted us and is my pride and joy.

[@Fifi_Is_My_Name-O]

Omgoodness! Some ginger cats are so intelligent, they know how to pick their people! ... Many decades ago, I had a a ginger boy that all of a sudden kept showing up at my house. I'd be sitting on my front porch and he'd pop out of the hedge and come up and plop right into my lap (and he was a HUGE cat)... I began saying, "well, howdy Stranger" when he'd show up... and so I decided to name him "Stranger".Next thing you know, I'm putting water and food out for him... it didn't take long before I'd fallen in love with him and wanted to adopt him... I went around the entire neighborhood asking if he belonged to anyone or if they knew who he belonged to. Then I put an ad in the "found pets" section of the newspaper. I didn't want the heartbreak of having to give him up later because somebody said, 'hey, that's my cat', so I did everything I could to find his owner... I only got 3 calls, the first two people just wanted to double check on details that ruled out their missing pets, I was relieved... but the third call was from a man who said that his mother had lived in my area. I hadn't lived in the neighborhood very long so I didn't know his mother but he told me she had passed away recently. The man and his family lived a fair ways away, across town and they had taken her cat when she passed. I got the impression that they weren't exactly looking for another pet as they already had several but they didn't want to send his mother's cat to a shelter so they took him in. I told him that I had fallen in love with Stranger and if he wasn't theirs, I planned to keep him... but I was down-trodden after this call because it sounded like he probably was their cat. So, the whole family came over (two parents and two young kids). I was holding Stranger and I talked a little more with the man who pointed out the house his mother had lived in... it was right across the street and kitty corner from mine. I thought, "this smart kitty found his way home"... and said sadly, "So this must've been her cat?" ... then the man paused thoughtfully and said, "nope, I don't think that's him". I was so happy, I thought for sure it was theirs... But then the two little kids started talking excitedly saying, "Dad! What do you mean?! That's him, that's him!! Can't you see??" and my body deflated at the thought of saying goodbye to Stranger as I loved him dearly. I said to the Dad, "are you sure??" Their Dad said firmly, "No it's not him" and then to the kids, "Now, get in the car..." and the kids protested the whole way as their parents wrangled them back into the car, and they drove away... My mind was reeling a little bit and it began to dawn on me as they were driving away that this most likely was the cat that had belonged to his mother and that he just wanted to make sure he had a loving home. And that's the story of how Stranger adopted me. He was a one-in-a-million kitty... I swear he understood english and so did everyone that met him, he was so smart and intuitive. Everyone loved Stranger. I was so lucky that he picked me.

[@AmericaLives-r2m]

@@Fifi_Is_My_Name-O Out of all my cats, he is the most intelligent and loving cat I've ever owned.

[@mr.zardoz3344]

Saved them from what?

[@strawberrymilk1186]

@@mr.zardoz3344??? What do you think???

[@turquoisetranquility]

So glad that Gato received much needed care and medical attention! Watching Jackson’s videos helped me understand my quirky fur baby so much better. Not every cat meant to be a lap cat and I’ve made peace with that 🐈‍⬛

[@CopingwithGrattitude]

None of my three girlies are cuddly.

[@PearlMagnolia]

Arthritis was the first thing I thought of. I wonder if any vets use thermography to locate inflammation. X-rays can spot osteoarthritis but seeing where the hot spots are really gives the big picture. So glad he's got some meds that make him feel better! He's a cute, friendly fella!❤❤❤

[@jimmying8172]

Can't wait for updates on Gato

[@renater.540]

Me, too. ❤🐈‍⬛❤

[@shannonroysden7908]

I wish I could have all of the unwanted black kitties…the two I have are the best ever.

[@saburton001]

All of mine are black or tuxes. I have a lot spot for them after seeing those pictures of painted cats used as bait. Pretty sure that image burned itself into my subconscious years ago.

[@randquadrozzi1280]

I was impressed.Not many older cats are that sweet to kittens where they will groom them.

[@laptop4689]

Prayers for Gato--Universal cat distribution--find the best for Gato that do not mind a cat on medication and will love him.

[@jarredsollestre5697]

i relate more to Gato than most humans

[@ricknowak4582]

I take care of 10 feral cats and they are all (I consider) my best friends! My.... Buddies!! They bring me so much joy whenever I go over there to see them and visit them and hang out! I usually hang out for a couple hours! Looking at my tablet or whatever. With them all around me. A real joy! I have no friends basically. Human friends.

[@jarredsollestre5697]

@@ricknowak4582 seek help

[@hannahaubin2548]

I wish I lived closer I would adopt him in a heartbeat.

[@CarolRLuna]

Yep you are not the only one, I even live in a different country 😅…the thing is; there are MANY cats anywhere you can adopt and save so if you wish to adopt please do 🙏🙏🙏

[@304Dolo]

Gato is a very handsome boy. I am a daddy of a previously feral black cat. Now he’s a daddys boy :)

[@Anna-il9xy]

Yes, you are right, me too

[@verazollinger6862]

I never liked black cats but when I found out they are least adopted ones, I felt so bad. Now I have a black cat myself and can only recommend to anyone!

[@nyxbellatrix011]

Beautiful living work of art they are! I have three, all black! Highly recommend!

[@sunginval5755]

I love my black boy. I kiss his face all the time!

[@TheGypsyVanners]

Awesome!!

[@kellybraun7048]

He’s so good with kittens/other cats that I want him to go to a home that fosters kittens (or a foster fail, lol). Keeps him busy, helps the fosters adjust and learn good behaviors… He seems like he’d either need a home with multiple cats or a human that stays home a lot.

[@evercuriousmichelle]

Yes! He has grandpa mason vibes around kittens!!

[@michelelocker3691]

Thank you, Jackson! xoxo Gato is now at Eastwood Ranch where he is the official Cat-Daddy!

[@slaun9516]

So glad to hear he was x-rayed! That explained the whole story of Gato’s petting sensitivity!❤❤❤

[@barryf5479]

Some cats just don't like their backs pet but gently rubbing their jowls and the top of their head brings them comfort. Some also like their ears gently rubbed with the back of a finger or a knuckle. My cat had similar traits. She has osteoarthritis according to my vet. Monthly Solensia injections is a time release inhibitor to the arthritis pain and it works very well. It was just FDA approved a little over a year ago. Last, my vet also found my cat was hyperthyroid. Her T4 level was about 9. With daily transdermal Methimazol medication, her T4 level went to a normal 1.4 and that (according to my vet) brought her back to "acting her age" vs. a very agitated and unrestful disposition. My cat is about 13 years old. Last, I'm wondering if the cat might be happier in its original school environment if there is not danger to him with proper vaccinations and veterinary care. Maybe he just likes being able to roam outdoors at the school. I volunteer at a nonprofit shelter and work specifically with ferals. Some just never evolve to being "house cats" and we are fortunate to have both fenced indoor/outdoor habitats and some have become out outdoor "shelter cats" with permanent residence. We are fortunate to have a 10 acre facility that is free from predatory animals and traffic. Oh. Forgot to say thank you for starting the videos again. I realize you likely needed time due to the passing of your beloved kitty and it's good to have you back.

[@CeruleanHollowNailsIt]

I adore my black cat and her chirps. Gato is going to find the best home!

[@jocelynmartin1572]

I had a cat who revived amazingly on glucosamine chondroitin. She was quite a jumper in her youth but then got to the point she wouldnt get up on the sofa. With GC she started to move with greater comfort. She was almost 20 when she passed.

[@teceyS3]

Please don't separate them- he should be adopted with one of the kittens who he's closest to, and has bonded with😻😉

[@cinbad777]

I've needed this for so long. Socializing neglected or abused cats is so important and instructions on how to do this are lacking on you tube. I have such a cat and love her so much. I've had her for less than a year and we have come to an understanding. She is five years old and does not do well with anyone but me. The vet could not do more than clip one paw and get her shots in.

[@nsanenthembrane]

Does anything help like calming treats?

[@leafjelly4615]

I also rescued a cat that seems a lot like gato! She was very violent with the vet and bit them when they took her for bloodwork

[@lonnarheaj]

Gato is a sweetheart! The first thing I noticed is he walks like his back end isn't functioning exactly right. I have rescued a lot of cats so I'm more familiar with how cats walk than normal people are. Meow! 😸

[@glasswingbutterfly]

Gato is so sweet licking his little "mini me" 14:12. I'm nowhere close to California but I pray that Gato finds his forever home soon! So wonderful you figured out what he needed to live his best life. 😻

[@janicetheactor]

Love this! This was like a modern day, less “produced” and very practical My Cat from Hell. And so glad you picked up on his not leaping off his back feet and that abnormal tail position! Cats are great at hiding their pain as aggression vs vocalizing or limping (he had a short right rear stride though!) Makes the strong point that if your cat is “off,” get them checked by a vet!

[@unclesmrgol]

My cat has arthritis on her hindquarters. She loves me to pet her anywhere but on the back of her spine. Touch her there and you get the warning. Pay attention to the cat and what they will tolerate.

[@ghostsignal]

I gotta say... I binge-watched this channel 2 and a half years ago when I suddenly found myself the caretaker of 3 adult cats and 4 kittens. I was somewhat skeptical, but still let the information I learned from Jackson influence how I treated these cats. The dude knows his stuff. I could not be happier with the behavior and temperment of all of my cats, and good deal of that goes back to information I learned from this channel.

[@rockykanaka]

Wow Gato seems like a really awesome cat. I learned a lot watching this. Thanks for telling this story ❤🤙

[@tripsupstairs]

Oh hey rocky. Love your videos too!

[@TheGanjaGorilla]

What an informative episode. "Good luck Gato!" :)

[@troutfisher7182]

He looks like an awesome good natured cat.

[@marywatkins9438]

The exchange you had with Michelle reminds me of when we used to give each other report on our patients at change of shift. Very thorough.

[@burf90]

He's beautiful. I hope he gets the home he deserves.

[@jacquelineh5029]

The way Jackson understands cat SO well… it is so intriguing to watch. He truly is the cat daddy.

[@leetana8888]

Our kitty was feral and, even though we got her at a pretty young age, she never quite calmed down. But, as the years went by, she started to warm up to where she would follow you throughout the house. She sadly passed away at 19 years of age last December 🖤❤🖤

[@CheugyLive]

14:38 are we sure Gato isn’t bonded with the kittens? I hope he wouldn’t miss them too badly.

[@francescaa8331]

Maybe they can take one of the kittens with them. Or perhaps get a kitten for him after he is adopted. Maybe he can live in a situation where people foster kittens regularly. I've seen a lot of cats that are great foster dads, really helping out.

[@randyromines7364]

Well from what I have learned from cats, especially one who has been out on the street. Let the cat dictate when they want attention and how much. I think people tend to over pet which over stimulates them. When my cat comes to me, I pet a few times then stop. If she wants more, she will rub against me or turn to present an area. I pet a little then stop. We take it in stages until she is satisfied, then she will move on. I sometimes do scritches, combined with a few slow pets. I never pet quickly repeatedly. All my cats tend to prefer long slow strokes which put soothing energy into their bodies rather than strong energy. When you are petting a cat you are transfering energy from your body to theirs, they can only contain so much without it needing to be released. I almost never get a warning from a cat to stop the attention.

[@spriteandnicotine]

My cat couldn’t stop watching Gato and then YOU. Mochi approves.

[@silver_crone]

This is great timing! I’m fostering a senior kitty on her way to surgery for her knee, and she has similar reactions. She wants love so desperately, then *wham*. I’ve been taking playing slow for now, listening to her body language (tail flicking, tensing, freezing), and then back off, letting her re-instigate. 2 days in she was crawling into my lap, and day by day she’s trusting me more and the bloodletting is easing up, but any further tips I am all ears!

[@TheSiobhan12]

Good luck Gato!!! Jackson you’re the best!!! 😻😻

[@monodishi9259]

JACK!!! please do a video or review on the automatic litter robots that are being sold off on amazon that are KILLING CATS. I believe it is incredibly important that as many people know about the situation as possible 😢😢

[@shroomyk]

So sweet to see Gato grooming those babies. I wouldn't mind a whole room of black cats! lol I'm working on integrating our new family member who is a little baby black female with a magical grey surprise hidden under her coat.

[@stapelpestsolutions9473]

thank you everyone for helping kitties!!❤❤I just saved 3 feral kittens...we're trying to get the mom next... people here in Douglas county Oregon are ignorant, they have little or no compassion or understanding for kitties... spread the word!!❤❤❤

[@ViaAngeles-ve5uj]

Hope Gato gets well quickly and finds his furever home soon. Good for the teens who rescued him. Thanks to Fix Nation & Jackson and the vet clinic for taking it forward, looking deeper into how to help Gato.

[@ninjakitty8944]

Obsessed with black cats. I have a huge 6yr old male kitty that loves being held, petted and snuggled. But I got him at 4mo old and he hated being held but with time he trusts. Now I have a 10 wk old female kitten that’s super playful but he’s not a fan of being held or petted unless she’s sleepy. I hope this gets better with time. Both cats get along great.

[@michelleallen2294]

Noosha and I missed you so much. She's a carbon copy of Gato, right down to the lower back and huge need for the boil and simmer. Turns out it was dermatitis! Even more energy post recovery, god help me 😂

[@josie4peace]

How beautiful Gato is!!! 😻💚

[@christinamillington2342]

I really hope he finds a home. What a beautiful boy xx

[@moonfiend9259]

Those high school girls and his foster care person were really caring with Gato. He seems really sweet and friendly. I hope he finds a great home!

[@karlamullen7387]

I rescued a cat just like him. With a little patience she has blossomed into an awesome girl. There are spots I don’t touch and we are both happy with that. Patient is the key and learning the body language!

[@VillagerCometh]

It's awsome seeing Jackson is still doing cat behavior stuff

[@Gizathecat2]

I adopted a kitten who had a very deformed tail that twisted in on itself, and had a bowel problem. He had difficulty pooping….and sometimes it would hang out his butthole. He eventually outgrew his bowel problem, but he would go all “ touch not the cat” if I petted beyond a certain spot on his lower back. I named him “Thugling.” He was a sweet, friendly, and talkative grey cat. The vet suggested that his spine was also deformed along with his tail. He passed away from feline leukemia at age four.

[@MizGizma]

My former feral was a little bit like that when we first got her. She was super friendly but if you pet her on her one side she would bite. I think someone kicked her at some point. She did heal and now is a wonderful friend and doesn't scratch or bite.

[@esraali2]

I have a black cat and he is my heart! I love him sooo much 🥹❤️❤️❤️

[@jessicap.848]

I know I have watched a lot of your videos because by watching Gato be sociable and not jumping that much, along with the biting information, I thought “oh he is not problematic, he is just in pain, get an Xray”. Your videos helped me so much in understanding my cat better, I was able to adapt my home to lessen her pain and to understand how she feels in different situations. Thank you so much.

[@cheryaljones9467]

He is so special. I hope he finds a home🥰🙏

[@SmokeStack-yk3kz]

If i didn’t live in Norway I’d take Gato in right away! What a lovely good little boy!

[@cornbread1563]

I just brought in a feral cat who is a carbon copy of gato with the same problems. I’ve been working with him and have made progress but after watching this I now know what else I need to do. Thank you Jackson for everything you do. ❤️🐾

[@Anna-il9xy]

I just want the program to know my ferral was the same.terrifiedof being handled by humans. But when he saw me picking up my other stray and carrying her all over and loving on her and kissing her, he’s like Wow, you let this human do that to you? And he then wanted that.

[@Marquise1]

Oh please get him and one or two sons and/or daughter. I tought it was his kidneys at first.

[@CrazyCatLady-dx8uj]

I have a house panther that’s pretty much like him. He chooses when he wants pets and surely lets you know when he’s had enough. He’s also sensitive towards the backend of him. He doesn’t walk around with his tail up at all. I’m glad you shared this video, it’s helpful!

[@ohnoZomBri]

We had a cat who had his rear attacked by a tomcat, and he held his tail down like that for a long time. He was extremely sensitive to anyone reaching back there for a few years. Jackson I think you nailed it yet again. Looking forward to Gato finding his forever home, he is so precious!!

[@-sil]

WONDERFUL video. I adore black cats so much I have TWO! Best wishes to Gato, I hope he finds his forever home soon!

[@HUYI1]

Ditto, I also have 2 black voids also 😊😊😂

[@Zooey413]

Black cats are so special. First cat I adopted was a 10 year old black cat. I was blessed to have her in my life for 7 years

[@Ann-xv1it]

He DEFINITELY needs to see a vet for his back legs. Something probably happened to him while he was on the streets. BUT it's a great thing that he gets along with the kittens.

[@laurajarrell6187]

Jackson Galaxy, loved this. Great call and high praise for Michelle! I hope Gato get a furrever home with lots of sunny windows. Ideally, since he's so good with them, with someone who fosters kittens. Or at least a playful buddy.👍🏼🌊💙💙💙🌊🥰✌🏽

[@heatherstewart768]

I have missed having you come up in my notifications. I hope you are all doing well. So glad Gato was given a chance to have a better life than begging for food. He sounds like a good candidate for a larger fostering home. He was really great with the babies as you said. Whatever his furever is, he will be a lovebug. Peace, love, and mojo, Jackson.

[@EurikaKoli]

I'm so glad that the meds helped him so much! When you talked about the back end, pain of some kind was my very first thought. Thanks for helping him get a second chance!

[@Empoweredwoman1234]

It’s great to see you working with cats one on one again.

[@goldie200172086]

I wish i could have him..but we are in Arkansas and i have 6 rescued babies...😢❤❤❤❤❤praying for him to have good home.

[@cpage8848]

I hope some one loves cat Bianca has hip displacement and acts just like this one thing that she loves and it helps is a soft brush she does not over stimulate as much ❤

[@alansegal4185]

So much good information on this clip. I volunteer at a shelter and will take this back.

[@Starvingmetheartist]

What a beautiful boy! And I'm glad he's doing much better

[@roberthennel]

The hanging tail reminds me of a cat we have at work, a very sociable, food-motivated, but not pettable, working cat (she will sit next to you and enjoy her meal, but no pets), we believe she got struck by a car lightly and managed to heal over time, but there definitely is something wrong with ther hips, she sometimes even limps. She already appeared with said condition and neutered at our company yard (her ear was clipped) and we never managed to catch her and take her to a vet

[@AnaAgC]

I think Gato is just like one of my cats. He likes to be around me, he likes to play, but he doesn't like to be touched. So imagine he is like a piece of art. Super cute to watch and hang out around, but don't touch it!

[@SkitSkat674]

I could see something was wrong with his back before anything was even said. Poor guy. I hope he gets a good home.

[@Yonni6502]

We have a stray cat colony at work. We feed 'em. Keep an eye on them. Do the trap-fix-release thing. Last spring there were kittens. Got em, got the mom, got a couple of others. The mom was injured and passed. The kittens were tiny and all lived, thrived, and were adopted. Others were fixed, dewormed, deflea'd, checked, and released... Except one. We had named him Shepard Cat. And the guys doing the treatment figured out Shepard liked people (probably was dumped). So we got him in a no-kill shelter. After three days, they re-named him "The Cat Who Gives Hugs." A week later he was in his forever home.

[@AluniGaming]

I have 8 cats, 3 are fosters. 5 are pure black, and 1 Tux [The Oldest Boy] and our Pure White one. 2 black and a White are 4 weeks old that were found without Mom. We think she was gotten by a Coyote. But my older cats aren't thrilled with them but my 5 month old and my 3 year old love/tolerate the babies. So, all the babies are taught younger children and other cats. I had a cat very similar to Gato, with his back legs and would get MAD if you touched her hips. We learned she had some Arthritis going on and we made her life comfortable. She passed 3 days ago at my Moms home. She couldn't live with kids anymore because kids upset her too much and she was 13. She had a short fuse but was the more beautiful calico. So, I watch my other cats cues when it comes to their joints. Especially my other old boy, the Tu.

[@bagibleep]

I’m helping a tuxedo foster who’s also very feral and not socialized with humans and maybe not cats either! Nobody at the clinic was able to give him a real exam until I took him home and started treating his ringworm. He screams like a car alarm (for attention) and doesn’t know boundaries with my cat. He’s learning and now sits for food instead of pushing his face into my cat’s food. I totally agree with ignoring a feral cat even if he’s right next to me. Happy to share our journey if yall want to learn about him.

[@roxannesmaldone3465]

Happy Black Cat Day 🐈‍⬛️ Gato 😊

[@kateaustin9428]

I've had my female cat Pearl since she was a kitten, her dad was feral. She does not like to be petted at all, but she loves to cuddle and sit next to me. She sleeps with me. I play with her all the time, I just respect her space. Love my baby Girl ❤❤ I hope Gato finds a lovely home that's suitable for him.

[@motoxray]

Thank you, Jackson. Great video, I learned a few things, which is always good. I'm a bit far away in Australia, otherwise I would love to give Gato a home. We have 5 fur-babies already, whats one more! Hopefully some kind soul will adopt him. To you & your friends, please keep up the good work. ❣

[@hallaloth3112]

Aww, poor Gato. . .just too stiff to enjoy affection! One of our boys always has his tail down. . and is a little sensitive in the backend. . .but we more think its because something made him lose part of his tail, its shorter than it should be. He's incredibly respectful asking you to stop though, and he loves his butt scritches, we just make sure not to over do them. He's become such a sweet housecat over the last year and a half we couldn't imagine life without him.

[@annl8722]

I adopted a two year old female cat, and every time I went to pet her on the back, she tried to bite me. Eventually, we found out that someone had shot her twice with a pellet gun. She had two pellets in her back. She healed and ended up being our super sweetheart.❤

[@emmajane2560]

I feed a black street cat here in Portugal. He's beautiful but incredibly nervous. He'll only come to me and my husband.

[@lorigrimaldi194]

Gato is such a good boy!

[@Scottishenglish]

This worked really well and inevitably recalled a certain TV show. It would be cool to see more of this kind of content on KZbin. Good luck and happiness to Gato!

[@RitaRierson]

Thank you, so much, for helping Gato, and bless him finding the perfect forever home. 💕🙏💕🙏

[@mphillips4324]

What a beautiful cat. Black cats are the best!

[@Ykskolme]

This gotta be my favorite episode of Galaxy so far. Stranger-friendly kitty that sometimes bites. There are many videos where the cause of bad behavior to me (as very cat person) was obvious, but this is one of the case where it really needed a professional. I bet the owner of cat cafe (bless em') learned as well as I did Also I love how only black cats were presented in this. Voids are so much fun to have irl, which I only understood after I got one. When owning multiple voids, it can sure be bit hardly tell to notice specific void among the abyss