Our Ancient Street Cat Passed Away

Hello friends! Unfortunately, we come bearing some sad news - our ancient ex-street-cat Crusty passed away a little while ago at the ripe old age of 21. So we decided to make a little memorial video for him here, as a celebration of his long, dusty life and how much he impacted ours. We met him back in 2015 on the streets, he was there when we started our channel - he judged my ugly clothing and lounged in a giant beanbag - and when we moved across the country, he came too. Tyler & I loved him like crazy, and we're gonna miss him like crazy - and we know that a lot of you guys will too.
A huge thanks to Shelby & Sandy for the really sick art piece - you can check them out here!
/ shelbyandsandy
MUSIC
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PRODUCED & EDITED by
Safiya Nygaard
Tyler Williams
Hannah Bruce
GFX by Dayana Espinoza

[@safiya]

he was a good cat ❤️ thanks to all of you guys who have loved crusty over the years, and thanks to all who are leaving sweet messages in the comments below, it's making me cry but it's also making me feel better. love, saf

[@whiskeredshrimp]

we will miss crusty so much ❤️ may he rest in peace

[@1ryan273]

😪😪😪

[@tekkiico]

he was such a great cat

[@ruby.xoxo04]

@@Savetion. stupid spam bot can you not

[@thexcummins]

He had the best golden years. Don't ever doubt that ❤

[@m_gwb]

"He's willing himself to keep going." I think it was because it became apparent to him that he found his people and doesn't want to leave yet. So he kept going as long as he could just to be with both of you.

[@justjaein]

oh gosh I’m crying so bad

[@MistyLarasati]

oh my heart 💔

[@missk6193]

this comment really gets to you because it's so true 😢❤

[@enigma8764]

great now im sobbing

[@sharonjoy3197]

Ok I definitely didn’t tear up at that part of the video…

[@Bull-me8tz]

"Do you think we can do this without him?" absolutely broke me because that's how I feel about my ancient dog. He's not just a cat. They're never just cats.

[@ivannadelcastillo6127]

i have an anchient cat too and i relate with this videobut i dont wanna kive wtthout boni[my cat shrs a girl]

[@CoRLex-jh5vx]

Had the same feeling when the cat I'd had my whole life (as in my parents got her as a wedding present before I was born) died. When she breathed out I held my breath for a really long time not knowing what it would be like to breathe in a world she wasn't there.

[@AMarie333]

@user-xo5zl6xr9e I lost one of my childhood cats when I was 19 and sometimes I still swear I see her out of the corner of my eye. We never forget our loved ones, no matter what species they are. 💗

[@rentrie__]

my chihuahua is getting older, and im so stressed out knowing he's getting older. this really helps, knowing that everyone gets this feeling.

[@Bull-me8tz]

@@rentrie__ I work in veterinary medicine. One of my main job duties is walking owners through euthanasia paperwork. Trust me, just about every owner I've interacted with has this feeling.

[@bigdawg77]

"'He was only a cat' But he was human enough to be a great comfort in hours of loneliness and pain." -Gravestone inscription for Dewey, a cat that passed away in 1910.

[@meredithcarter3175]

Holy shit, that’s beautiful. 😭

[@riabouchinska]

Oh cmon I didn’t want to cry today

[@MorganVsTheInternet]

I keep flip flop between having our current hell fluff cremated so I can have his urn bared with me or find a place that does both human and pet burial!

[@rubyrock7302]

I really feel that. My older cat (I have two), who we adopted when she was 3 months old, is very smart. I came home one day feeling upset and just had to cry and she rubbed against my legs at first and then settled on my lap. I felt better almost instantly. She’s always up to something mischievous and I often complain about her antics but I really love her and don’t know what I’d do without her 😢

[@pisssoakedbombas]

There was another cat named Dewey who lived in a small town library in Spencer Iowa in the 90's who was also a rescue like Crusty And he ended up passing away in 2006 from a tumor. There's a book on him as a joint project of another author and the librarian who raised him, that is to me, an extremely underrated bit of non-fiction

[@Alicehad3cats]

I know you said many times “I know it sounds silly”, but any pet owner know it’s now. They come into our lives and change them forever. We all loved Crusty and I’m so happy you had him in your lives

[@leeman23664]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/qYaVlap7edGqh8k Finally it’s here.

[@thoatran2718]

ok

[@suzannax]

Cats and dogs are part of the family and sometimes they're the only family member you can get on with

[@ink3539]

Completely agree ❤❤❤

[@TitoTheRaccoon]

Crusty absolutely deserved this tribute video. RIP lil Crusty 🤍🤎🤍🤎

[@rainbow_dust57]

shame on all the bots and spam postings under this comment.

[@itsme_knb]

Awww...so sorry for your loss.. What a beautiful tribute. #RIPCrusty

[@Katie_Lady]

Animals absolutely have feelings and can return ours.

[@LadyB_20]

He really did 😭

[@cozypup2011]

@JENNITA B.O bye

[@Pansyleia]

"Do you think we can do this without him?" That. That summarizes the pain and sadness of loosing "just" a cat. Hell, I did handle it pretty good until the painting.... Then, the rest of the video was blurred by tears.... Rest in peace, Crusty, you got the best family.

[@DanaePap_official]

same

[@seremartinez8428]

literally

[@TessaSjoberg]

Oh man that painting got me good

[@MistyGlades567]

same

[@amberrousseau1517]

That’s exactly when I started crying too

[@sarahsarosh]

Sobbing my way through this. Crusty you will be missed💔

[@HurstTheHybrid]

I've watched this so many times. I miss crusty but they helped him more then any cat could dream of. I bet he's in peace knowing he made so many happy and loved

[@lynseychinnery5707]

Same here! When she saw that awesome piece of art you can see that just hit her heart so hard and that's what hit me; I've been there many times over the years, it's never easy but it's always worth the pain since I know they had the very best with me.

[@GothStocking]

Don't you ever dare to say "he was just a cat" and put down your feelings of your loss. You're allowed to grieve a pet that was your companion for many years. I sincerely believe Crusty had the best possible golden years of his life with you guys. ❤

[@chantellelandon85]

Absolutely. There's a lovely poem that is indeed about a dog. But tbh it applies to all pets it's called just a dog. And it talks about how dogs are special and people who say it's just a dog, Don't understand and Never will. It's a lovely poem. The same sentiment can apply to a cat a rabbit or any animal. No animal is ever just a.... They're family, they're our furry friends and companions and sometimes all we have in the darkness.

[@xReflamed]

You shouldn't apologize saying "it's just a cat". He's been a big part of your lives! Cats are just as much family as a human can be. He had a good run.

[@style_icon997]

Yes! I have a five year old cat and he is my baby!

[@jack63kids]

He was family.

[@Elyanley]

All pets are. They are family. They love us or tolerate us.. are our companions.. and they deserve to be mourned and loved and adored and cherished. Because they are our family. Feline, canine, or otherwise.

[@Mothman_In_a_T-Pose]

Agreed! Pets are never "just a x". They're our family, our friends, our companions. They are a constant safe space and provide us joy, contentment, and love. When my dog passed away, it ruined me for a few weeks. It was a natural, expected death and he went out in his usual considerate way (this was the kind of dog who would only poop near trashcans on walks; we never trained him to do this), and it was objectively an "easy" death. But my dog had been my rock and my home for so long, it was like losing a piece of myself. He was like my unofficial emotional support animal, who had gotten me through so much. My entire life upended when I lost him. He wasn't just a dog; he was my family.

[@kkuudandere]

@@georginarussell1507 don't even bother replying, just report. they're likely just sad no living being has ever given them unconditional love like a cat could lol

[@aplunks117]

“Do you think we can do this without him?” You know he will never leave you. He’ll be waiting at your door on a stack of towels when you meet him across the rainbow bridge ❤️

[@pigeondance]

BYE your comment made me cry even harder you're very sweet

[@aplunks117]

@@pigeondance I wrote it while crying! Sorry for the extra tears ❤️❤️

[@clintpotts5799]

It’s been 8 months since I watched this and I think I cried harder than the first time. RIP crusty.

[@Ichigo-HKC]

Same!!

[@auqoaakiauo9603]

Same

[@charityselick]

I'm bawling rn my kitty is 20 and getting skinnier b y the day. Rip crusty!!!

[@bluhtane]

Same here

[@brooklynstuckart7543]

Yep rewatched it again and it hits just as hard

[@michalgarner1382]

not me crying over an internet cat I never met. but seriously saf and ty: you two gave him the best six years of his life, I'm sure. losing a pet is really hard, keeping both of you in my thoughts.

[@mejutakemi51]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqqyc6aMrbJskJo

[@veroniicagu]

😟

[@TheGinaChan]

Crying over pets should always be ok

[@CelieCandy]

i started sobbing when Safiya voice cracked. every pet owner knows how much impact of losing one of their family members. he was not “just” a cat, he was a family and a best friend. RIP Crusty ❤️

[@tulsikanodia]

Dude, same. Starting tearing up, if the video had gone on for even a lil bit more I’d have cried.

[@honeydays]

I had to wait a few weeks before watching it because I knew I was going to cry I’ve cried twice now

[@jamangel]

Yes literally in tears 😞 rip crusty

[@jamangel]

@@honeydays yes😞

[@imjordanhanzon]

Saaaame

[@mamajin8035]

One thing I’ve learned over the years is it’s never “just a cat” it’s a best friend, it’s family. I’ve lost pet birds and while it seems so little from the outside, your relationship with crusty was deeper then we’ll ever know.

[@mamajin8035]

WHY DO I ALWAYS GET BOTS ON THIS CHANNEL OMFG

[@alicebthegachaweirdo8378]

In 2015 our cat Magnus died after being ran over by a car. He meant so much to me and my sisters, he really was our little prince. I still miss him so much and I wish he were here still. ❤

[@devakipurohit7363]

Absolutely spot on

[@dannimalsholderbro]

"I know he's just a cat..." No, he wasn't "just a cat," he was Crustuselah the Ancient, and part of your little family. It makes me sad that people feel the need to try to explain why they feel emotional when they lose a pet. The people that have never bonded with an animal will never understand it, but those of us who have loved and been loved in return by another creature will always understand wholeheartedly the feeling. RIP Crusty. Thanks for letting all of us be a part of your life.

[@elenasimone2773]

he's not even my cat and i'm crying, he wasn't "just a cat", he was a friend and a companion who got you and tyler through some really tough spots, and i genuinely hope that he's having an amazing time in the kitty afterlife and watching over you guys

[@charlottescott3496]

i could not stop crying when i saw this vid

[@nicolebailey9084]

I wasn't expecting to cry. I love how she told his story.

[@Person-bp7qk]

same

[@DieAlteistwiederda]

It got me near the end, I lost my oldest cat last year pretty fast and I still hurt so of course when I saw how they reacted to the artwork I had some tears in my eyes as well.

[@nikky1858]

While hearing Safiya voice cracking, my eyes started to water more.

[@huffleproud7171]

Not me crying over a cat I didn’t know. We’ll miss you too Crusty. Thanks for sharing him with us and for being open about your feelings.

[@tarajoa]

I'm over here crying too 😭

[@KristenK78]

Started crying at the art, which is PERFECT. He wasn’t just a cat, he was family, and this video tribute is beautiful. Never apologize for loving Crusty and giving him the best golden years.

[@coppereos]

Me too. Got through the first part but then lost it. 😭

[@heyamberray]

haha oh man, I lost it at the picture as well.

[@MrsLiddell]

I lost it at the painting too! 😭😭😭

[@foolishdonut]

Same. Really shot me in the heart

[@jamangel]

Yeah me too😞 rip crusty

[@sadiee.q]

"maybe he knew that we needed him." That broke my heart, but it's so true... crusty will be missed ❤

[@MariaEduarda-mp9kr]

The fact that you decided to do a roadtrip so that he could be left out of his transport box and near you two the whole time is one of the sweetest things ever

[@koi.in.pond3149]

I did the same thing with my cat when traveling. She passed last year. Kidney failure.

[@MariaEduarda-mp9kr]

@@koi.in.pond3149 that's sweet

[@alexasunshine83]

literally sobbing 😭 he definitely wasn't just a cat, he was your buddy and your family ❤

[@snugglepuppify]

I’m crying like a baby ❤

[@jessgarza6910]

I’m glad I’m not the only one

[@13hazelrain]

I was already sobbing, and then hearing the sadness in here voice at the end broke me. RIP Crusty.

[@arayategan9218]

There are dozens of us! Dozens!

[@solstice3190]

I was holding up until the painting and then I broke down :( I have an 8 year cat and as much as she drives me crazy and I joke about selling her, I still love her so much and would be devastated if anything ever happened to her. Sending lots of love, Safiya 🤎

[@ajtripp22]

People who criticized your coping mechanisms to handle Crusty’s deteriorating condition had no right to do that. Having a pet die is painful. Humor isn’t meant to be mean or spiteful; it’s so we can laugh, and that’s exactly what you did. Rest In Peace Crusty, you will be missed.

[@ReptilianTeaDrinker]

Well said!

[@ladylovelylocks]

Laughing, is a very positive way to cope. She tried not to cry, to be positive and light. I don't think its wrong to cope that way, In fact, it's a very healthy way to cope. I don't think crusty would be happy, to see his parents crying and completely broken. Instead we should celebrate that his in heaven, playful, and exicted there. Its so nothing is sad, heartbreaking, and difficult.

[@pupperpalace2363]

I had a puppy named bella and we only had her for about 6 or 8 months but she still had an impact when she died i could not stop crying for like 1 month

[@kris778]

Especially because people make stupid jokes (and often a little dark) about their own pets all the time !

[@s_mai8970]

Fr. The things like "how are you still alive" are simply coping mechanisms. I hate that people pretend they know exactly how you should be feeling and say when they've only seen glimpse of their lives through a screen. I lost a cat to a fatal disease. She was a strong little angel when she pushed through the "1 day left to live" up to a whole week and during the whole time I was just wondering things like how is she still alive when she's already so frail. It's all just to cheer yourself up. We know our relationship with our family more than anyone do.

[@andbree1014]

I know that I'm a little late to the party, but this hit so close to home. When I was in kindergarten, we got a kitten. She made it through everything with me. About three months after I graduated from college, she passed away, about a month shy of her like 18th or 19th birthday. It's been almost ten years and I still think about her and I still miss her. They're not just a pet, they're a friend, they're family.

[@rionka]

True 💜

[@nomoretwitterhandles]

I'm also a bit late to the party, despite being a Saf fan since she worked on Buzzfeed! I knew this video was going to destroy me, so I've been delaying the inevitable... and I definitely sobbed through this one. I've also had a cat pass away about 11 years ago, but not due to age; it was more like, she disappeared one day and came back with the most random, gut-wrenching problem that's too disgusting for me to talk about here. We ended up having to put her down the next morning. I even swore at my dad for the first time because, at the time, I didn't think he cared enough that my cat was dying. Looking back, I know he just didn't know how to handle seeing his child grieve so hard. But at the time, I would've sworn at anyone--my parents, the president, God, whoever--if it meant she got to live for one more day. Even now I miss her. Anyway, my point is that you're absolutely right. Pets are absolutely our family. You never stop grieving over family, but you cry less as time goes on. Our pets deserve that much.

[@wesleystolarchuk5018]

He wasn’t “just a cat.” He was your family, and it really shows how amazing you were that he chose you to be his family. Thank you for sharing your life with him. Now excuse me I’m gonna go bawl and cuddle my puppy 💛

[@jdethcreations1740]

I lost it at the art piece. Bless his little heart, he was the perfect vessel of love. Rest in purrs, Crusty.

[@MoonSt0n3]

Safyia crying at the art made me cry so much

[@ILuvAyeAye]

​@@MoonSt0n3 Yes, and Tyler crying. The first dog I ever had just passed away, I really loved how brave she was to put this out here. My little sister actually commissioned a friend to paint a picture of the dog, and of my current cat. I love the art so much.

[@FoldingIdeas]

Such a ripe old age for a cat, especially one with Crusty's hard start to life.

[@nlr92054]

Not me watching this 2 years later and still crying 😭

[@annagtace]

me too

[@sugarysaturn3597]

Damn, not embarrassed to admit how much I cried watching this. Anyone who's loved an animal as much as you guys loved Crusty will understand how it's like losing a member of the family, you gave him the best golden years and constantly surrounded him with love. What a beautiful tribute ❤

[@ximenagarcia8918]

same this was such a sweet video

[@mysterionz]

Same.

[@LE123LE123]

Me too. 😪

[@Vixenvp]

I’m still crying 10 minutes later. What a beautiful tribute.

[@tomservo5007]

cried ? didn't you hear the joy in the video ?

[@fighterfloyd22]

Safiya crying at the art piece got me. Tears immediately.

[@suzyq3095]

Me too. I was already weepy and then I cried.

[@murdertherain]

The voice break at the end got me... I tried so hard!

[@kr9807]

Same. 😭

[@kaitlin4u]

That’s when it got me 😭

[@vicbensonuk]

Anyone who says "they're just a cat/dog or whatever..." has never truly loved an animal. So sorry for you Safiya and Tyler, he was your fur baby and you gave him an amazing last few years and all the love and care he wanted. Now, excuse me whilst I go cry and hug my dog.......

[@roh8727]

I just re-watched this and I can't stop crying. I hate the fact that Safiya felt like she had to say "it's just a cat" but honestly, if you've had a pet in your life, you know they are not "just an animal". They are family. Losing a pet will forever be one of the toughest losses a person can go through.

[@stephnuniverse]

Listening to Safiya's voice over voice crying for the first time in a video made me cry, RIP Crusty, you will forever be in our hearts ❤

[@maise8590]

Never say “he’s just a cat”. He was a friend and, more importantly, a family member. It’s always sad to lose someone close to you, regardless of species. The pain is real. Never let anyone make you feel bad for that. Rest In Peace, Crusty. You were loved by many. Now excuse me while I go hug my furry old man.

[@sandraandrews9907]

He was more than "just a cat". 🐈 He'll never leave the two of you. God bless & RIP Crusty 🙏 🕊 🌈💔

[@revoltedray]

It's so sad that she feels the need to say, "I know he's just a cat" because he wasn't JUST a cat. That was her bestfriend and I know if I ever lost my dog I'd be broken. I feel so bad for people who say "well, they're just an animal" because they'll never understand the bond you gain

[@MonikaMonikaaD]

Truly

[@neonblkhole]

Facts

[@Last_kids_on_Earth_fan]

Yap

[@Last_kids_on_Earth_fan]

Yep*

[@karlamedina856]

It’s so true I used to say that to people when I lost my cat but then I realized that no he was Familly a companion through thick and thin and will be forever loved :) animals are a life just like us and can impact us just like other people do

[@MarloweStuart_29]

When she said the vet told us to put him down I started crying because it made me think about my two cats and how I know one is 12 weeks but the other one is 8 years. You never know how much time you have left or your animal has left. It’s hard to imagine life without my animals. So everyone cherish the time you have with someone, something, or an animal. And always please stay safe

[@macyyy1]

same

[@hiitsnicetomeetyou]

Saf keeps saying that Crusty was "just a cat", but I didn't even know him and I'm crying. Cats are family too. They need love and care, and they give it back in their own way. You gave him an amazing life from the moment you met him, and he gave back to you however he could. I hope you get to meet again someday. Rest in peace lil dude ❤

[@VolknerLightning]

I think she is saying that cause people with try to attack her with the argument of saying he was just an animal, we as humans forget we are just animals as well and that out existence is as worthy as their (cats, dogs, animals) existence.

[@sloanjulia17]

exactly. I think the hardest thing for me to comprehend with the pet/human relationship is that our timelines are different, that’s about it. They love as hard as we do, they get as sad as we do, they’re a part of our families as much as any person (my mom considered our dog Mike a sibling 😂, she even called him Michael when he needed to be scolded and he definitely learned that when his “full name” was being used, he was in trouble). They’re so much more than an animal and I don’t think anyone who says otherwise has even been as attached to a pet the way I have been or the way Saf and Tyler are to Crusty

[@FUNboost-lu4sp]

Took every word right out of my mouth ❤️

[@Zwaa]

First off, Rest in Peace Crusty. Second of all, as someone who volunteers at a cat adoption organization I think your video does a beautiful job expressing that a cat can and will give you love, regardless of their age. Just a strong pro-adopt-a-senior-cat message that I can really get behind. I'm so sorry for your loss, and your memorial is beautiful.

[@ashleylabaki2872]

I’m genuinely heartbroken over a cat I never met. Rest In Peace, Crusty. You were an icon.

[@megknitsstuff1727]

Same. I think this is the first youtube video that has ever made me actually cry. Thank you for sharing him with us Safiya and Tyler. Definitely a legend.❤

[@RnR369]

I just rewatched this and I still shed a tear, a whole year later and a half later. WE MISS YOU CRUSTY!!!

[@erinrenee980]

Gets me everytime 😢

[@rionka]

Same ❤

[@dolcegal100]

I was doing so well until the painting reveal of crusty, then saf cried, then I cried, then my partner looked over at me in horror as I suddenly turned from super composed to a blubbering mess right next to them 😅 You guys did such an amazing job giving Crusty the absolute best life 💗 What a lucky, fiesty geriatric little charmer💗

[@skarebear2470]

Same

[@sophiedempster-greenbaum8626]

exactly when I started crying too! something about a commemorative piece for animals really gets me

[@roopalineeraj5235]

Same. Why.

[@cammiedsouza1260]

Started bawling when you said “I don’t know if we can do this without him..” I lost my dog (the love of my life for 13 years) this September. It’s such a hard thing. It’s never “just a cat” or “just a dog”. They’re family.

[@KIM-cs8zw]

I'm so sorry for your loss🥺 I have no idea what i'm gonna do when my 15 year old buddy is gone💔💔💔

[@CosmicEngimas]

Same we lost our dog this past November and it was so unexpected (from one day being completely fine to four days later saying goodbye) and it is one of those things you never fully can comprehend until you go through it. Family but even more deep than that. They are like a part of us, a literal keeper of a piece of our hearts that we never fully get back. When Saf said “I don’t know if we can do this without him…” I also got tears in my eyes because that is such a relatable feeling in that moment. Crusty was, and still is, so incredibly loved and cherished. He was everyone’s cat. He gave Saf and Ty exactly what they needed, and got back the same in return. That stability, peace of mind, and unconditional love and attention. I’m so happy that Crusty and you guy’s paths crossed. He was the Crustiest of boys and the sweetest of dudes. Love you Crusty!!!

[@cindya0212]

There is no such thing as “just a cat” or “just a dog”… Our pets are our family❤️❤️May Crusty rest in peace.

[@immadrachett3290]

Agreed. I always saw Crusty as like their child. I remember seeing a random buzzfeed videos YEARS ago about Saf talking about their feral cat. Crusty was an icon just like Saf & Tyler, the best family youtube channel RIP Crusty, you were never "just a cat" you were family and trust me it isn't just Saf & Tyler that are going to be missing you like crazy. We all are

[@jordanhasch2544]

To #teamtafiya: Crusty knew that you guys were struggling a bit, so he made a promise to himself that he was going to hang around long enough for you to come up for air. I know he's purring with delight at watching you two succeed and grow each and every day. I haven't been watching your vids for very long, but I know he's excited to see your next step. Love, from the Midwest, Jordan.

[@Mellowcat.]

I fricking love the way you put it.. a couple years ago my cat jellybean passed away and it killed me

[@beabarretto2526]

I can't stop crying. You guys gave this cat the best life. He really loved you guys and you can see it in how he wanted to be around you two. when a cat picks its humans , you know it will be a special relationship. RIP Crusty.

[@saragreenfire4515]

Me too. When a cat decides you are their human, you know it's gonna be for life

[@maeva2371]

Same here (RIP Crusty)

[@yoonak333]

“Do you think we can do this without him? He was there from the beginning…” I held in my tears until that part 🥺

[@mizfithippie]

Sameeeee I low key lost it! I have a dog and I can’t even imagine him not being here

[@nathryl03]

Same thing for me. My cat joined me at that exact moment and I kind of broke down.

[@alltimevideos69]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2iyo42gebWba9k finally it's here.

[@alltimevideos69]

Stream Young Loud.

[@lexaena]

Losing a pet is the weirdest pain, because we know their lives are so much shorter than our own, but we love them enough for many lifetimes. Crusty was a part of your family, and by extension, our family as your youtube fam. RIP little buddy, I hope you're gettin all the turkey cuts you can handle while waiting for Saf and Tyler.

[@oscar.olg08]

It has been months since this video was posted, but I will still cry in the art studio with safiya every time.

[@nicolakunz231]

I also loose it in the art studio when Saffie cries.

[@MarabelleBlue]

As I was watching I said to myself, "I'm not gonna cry", but when it got towards the end, I couldn't stop crying. Crusty definitely found you as keepers. I had my cat Ariel from the beginning of her life until she passed away at 18 years old last September. I know and remember those changes and her coat getting matted. Thank goodness Crusty had the both you. A relationship like that can never be replaced. Most importantly, thank you for sharing when you were ready to do so. Losing a pet is like losing a family member. Crusty wasn't just a cat, he was your partner in your journeys. RIP Crusty. May all the loving pets at the Rainbow Bridge greeted you with open paws. 🌈🐾

[@dabriaaspen7343]

Dude same, went in with this idea that i was gonna be okay because i absolutely adore animals and then towards the end, i got hit with the tears. Animals are great, crusty had an amazing life

[@kelseymiller9030]

Same. Everything.

[@jenniejones-hawkes7641]

I was the same way...I lost my old lady cat (she was 20 years old, I got her just out of university) she was my constant companion for so long, through tons of moves, and relationships and all that life stuff, she went through the same stages that Crusty did, you guys were lucky to have each other and you have great memories (Safiya and Tyler also have the cool art piece)

[@CristalianaIvor]

everyone who says "it's just a cat" truly doesn't understand how much love you can have for those little demons. they are family members and they give you a special kind of love only cats can give you.

[@stephaniec3759]

Agreed. They are family and we love them like family. We lost our 16 year cat last November and well it still hurts. They are a part of us as much as we are them. 💜

[@craftyflutist]

Losing a pet is always rough. He was such a special cat. You gave him such a good life. He is definitely watching you guys in heaven, enjoying all the food.

[@marcushowell5898]

Especially the sandwiches

[@tarajoa]

@Savetion 👑 it is funny that Crusty is in Heaven having his own feast rn, finally one of your comments that make sense 👏

[@VynelRecords]

True kzbin.info/www/bejne/n57Gh4OmmZJrmM0

[@csailer2353]

What a sweet remembrance video. I did not know Crusty's origin story, or that you guys only had him for 6 or so years. You gave him what was probably the best years of his life. You can cherish that, knowing that he chose you to spend that time with. Both of my cats were strays, and chose me, and I think that makes me appreciate them even more. Having also lost numerous pets over the years, I can understand how hard it is to say goodbye. I loved seeing all the footage with Crusty, he lives on in the digital world.

[@jessied3696]

About a year ago we lost a family cat. I broke so many traffic laws getting to the vet. My brother wept so hard. One of the saddest memories was watching him angrily dig a grave. But right before he died, he purred so loud and snuggled us both. He was a solid cat.

[@ashleyb799]

It's so weird to be so invested in a stranger, and even more so a strangers cat. I definitely cried while watching this though. RIP little old guy

[@anoukskylar_art8375]

i was a bit teary but fine and then the last minute i heard safiya's voice crack i lost it !!!! rest in paradise crusty and may you be treated like the roman emperor you looked like ! with lots of turkey cutlet

[@ashleyb799]

@@anoukskylar_art8375 that was definitely the moment they were free flowing and I went into ugly cry territory

[@Waterflame]

There's no such thing as "just a little cat" when he's a member of the family. RIP Crusty. I hope you are both able to lean on each other in this time of mourning, and know that there are thousands of us mourning with you.

[@laurasimon3323]

Exactly. Even if your pet is a jumping spider, a lizard, a cat, or dog, they are family no matter what.

[@beliztola7177]

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[@mladylol6026]

he wasn’t “just a cat”, he was a friend, fiend and loved old man. RIP Crusty, he’ll be missed by us all 🤍🤍

[@sofiagodinho924]

in the "can we do this without him?" part i started crying. Best of love to you guys

[@cherishbroome5855]

Same. I’ve had to ask myself that question multiple times and it never gets easier.

[@kinokonezumi6821]

Literally teared up when she said that 😭

[@lilmeowmeow6784]

Ugh, same!

[@imseekinmore]

Yep me too. I was already in the feelings, but when Safiya said that, it was unleash the flood of tears. I love how you love Crusty and sorry for you loss. I know how losing your cat can make the heart ache.

[@karines1856]

Remember what Pooh said: “How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.” Crusty was part of the team and will be missed. Much love to both of you from Costa Rica 💚

[@anonymiss__]

"... Maybe he knew that we needed him." I lost it :'( pets show us real love is not always expressed with words. RIP Crusty.

[@sabinebruhns6632]

Crusty was not just "a cat". As you mentioned, he was your little buddy, kind of an guardian angel and the best friend to both of you. He will forever have a place in your heart and that's how it should be. Your channel is his legacy and he will watch you from above and waits for you.

[@abegley6588]

They're never just a cat. They're your best friend and child and it's always difficult when they go. He'll be in your heart forever and all of ours as well. Rip crusty

[@FiresideAngel]

Beautifully said!

[@acausedes]

can't believe i'm crying at a 20 minute long tribute got a cat i never even met😭😭 crusty definitely lived the best golden years possible. thank you for never giving up on crusty

[@YumCastrillo]

Same same 😭

[@madeleinegowers1608]

Literally cried so hard I gave myself a tension headache. All for a cat I never knew. I don’t even know his owners. This was such a beautiful tribute though. I’m also partially crying because my own cat is terminal at the moment, so I think it touched a nerve. But it was just lovely.

[@victoriajohnson871]

Sobbed like a baby for crusty and am unashamed❤

[@meredithcarter3175]

If I may - Crusty is not “just a cat.” He’s your cat and you loved him and he matters. You don’t owe any of us an explanation or justification for how much you love & miss him. He mattered to you & he helped you through some tough, uncertain years. That’s all we, as your supporters, need to hear. Take as much time as you need. Grief never hurts less, but, eventually, it hurts less often. ❤❤❤

[@katmorrison6078]

“How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard” - A.A Milnes Lost my furry best friend and former street cat, Cheddar in late 2020. I’m so glad you guys could give Crusty a place to be safe and call home for his golden years. We’ll miss you Crusty!

[@saanasalonen8684]

i will remember that quote. i lost the love of my life, tryffeli, in february of 21. it hurts still more than i can bear but mabye that is the beauty in it...?

[@a7xmaNga]

May Cheddar and Crusty rest in peace...

[@gianna322]

Crusty wasn't "just a little cat". He was a loved member of your family. He was a spunky little personality and even though I never met him, I cried when I read your community post. He'll be missed. ❤️

[@recitationtohear]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fnuUhJmEnq-Ugac Finally its here.

[@arrowversehandon2692]

Same, especially since your life has changed a lot in the last 6 years it’s okay to view him as part of that

[@biggestbraty]

16:37 Saf: "Sorry, I came to this super cool art studio and im crying" Me at home also crying : yea who on earth would do something like that * sniffle * * wet sneeze *

[@elisabethgillette1367]

Same though! That is precisely when I lost it

[@leidahodges2139]

Me thought out the entire video 😭

[@idontwantahandle436]

Me too, this comment made me chuckle 🙂 thanks for the laugh

[@adventureseeker8496]

I know oh my gosh I could not hold back my tears at that part

[@joey4222]

@@elisabethgillette1367 Same! Not me just sitting here bawling

[@kaylavarela7215]

Saf I’m crying. People don’t understand how close these pets get to our hearts. They’re like our babies. Our forever companions.

[@seraphyn22]

Safiya and Tyler - We all know their never "Just a cat" or "Just a dog" they're our family. Thank you for sharing and all fur parents know how hard it is when you lose a member of your family. A beautiful tribute to Crusty.

[@emiliofermi9994]

나도 내가 키우던 강아지가 죽었을때 너무 슬펐었는데...

[@mikamikan1079]

True I hate dogs but I would never say that

[@yey8288]

I never thought I would cry over a cat I never know, but here I am sitting in my bed, sore throat sobbing. Rest in peace Crusty, I’m glad you had such a long life. Even if the start was difficult, you had a lovely last few years with people that loved you.

[@ohgoodlordd]

the way you showcased how big of an influence crusty was to you and tyler’s relationship was so beautiful. ain’t no way was crusty “just a cat” if he made that much of an impact💔

[@willgeorge794]

It's been 8 months and now I feel like I'm ready to watch this video, but I'm still bawling my eyes out 😭

[@wunderthreads1211]

They're never just a cat. You gave him love, warmth, and everything a cat could need. I hope his love continues to give you both strength. RIP, Crusty.

[@aaralynelise]

i started to cry when safiya cried when she saw the painting. he wasn’t just a cat. he impacted many peoples lives :)

[@Sunstream58]

Here I am, sobbing uncontrollably for a cat I never met, but have seen since the beginning of your channel. I can only imagine how much you both miss him. He'll be so missed by all of us, too. Rest in Peace, little Crusty.

[@yasmineaz-zahra691]

i’m crying really hard when you said ‘maybe he like hanging out with us or maybe he know we needed him’ … and the fact he’s passed away when he’s sleeping, after doing the night routine normally make my tears just burst. i think he feel really happy at his last time, being with you guys… thank you for taking him in eventho he’s already old, thank you for always taking him to vet, and thank you for making him the happiest ancient cat in his golden time❤🥹

[@Marr-in-Memphis]

You never own a cat. A cat owns you. Crusty chose you to be “his people.” This is a brilliant tribute to a best friend. Condolences 😢

[@hyera251]

@@milea4233 bot, wtf 🙄

[@aoielf]

I'm over here crying my eyes out. This was absolutely beautiful.

[@lucytube8857]

SAME

[@bobby13855]

Me too ✋ 😪

[@lucilleuffelman9758]

Big cries. 💛

[@tarajoa]

Same 😭😭😭 this video reminded me of my childhood fur baby that I miss so much. I cry more for animals than I do people 😅

[@tarajoa]

@Savetion 👑 so you believe in an afterlife? Interesting for someone who seems to have no heart. I also have no time on my hands today, so every comment you make, I'll reply to. You buffon.

[@Mack2279]

When Safiya cried at the picture I can’t lie, my eyes welled up. Such an amazing cat, RIP baby boy.

[@Mack2279]

Okay the “can we do this without him” hit me. Now I’m legit crying I feel that, idk where I would be in life without my dog or if I’d even be here as dumb as it sounds it’s true

[@Yien_57]

don't worry we all feel the same

[@Millie_mae2342]

Yo same😢

[@rionka]

it's 2024 and im crying. He loved you. Thank you for giving him all the love, he knew. ❤

[@samirabythesea]

I kept it together until saf was crying in the art studio, then I was crying. I love y’all and we all loved crusty from day one, I’m very glad he found you guys.

[@yazzybananas3106]

Literally same 😭 I'm at work so I was fighting the tears so hard. A few managed to escape though 🥺

[@platitudestern5149]

I know.. I started sobbing when Tyler was like.. "sorry, I'm a little wierd about this cat" 😭 **Edited for exact quote. 😢

[@galactiicpup]

I literally started crying when you cried Saf. Crusty was so widely loved across the internet, we're all mourning this sweet little dude with you ❤

[@_avorquemraa1703]

same

[@naemabatool1512]

me too!

[@dannidannidan]

Yeah I held it until saf started I BURST into tears

[@karanterus]

Same Boyfriend looked at me weird XD

[@LC40716]

Same.

[@thedayshefellin]

Not me bawling my eyes out the whole time. I lost my 16 year old cat in September and I felt all of these things. It's like losing a best friend. You were lucky to be in each other's lives and so lucky you have so many memories on camera that you can relive over and over. RIP Crusty; the cat, the myth, the legend. ❤️🐾

[@shirleyduffer2081]

Sorry for your loss. Cats are family.

[@chicorish_]

@Savetion 👑 wtf dude

[@earth-]

@Savetion 👑 Why would you say that?

[@i.lowlife]

This video is two years old but I'll still cry every time I watch it. He was like a little emotional guardian angel for you guys

[@shiregray2952]

Oof. As a cat person, this hits right in the feels. I'm not crying, there's just something in my eye... Rest in love, Crusty. 💗

[@HyTricksyy]

nah fuck that i AM crying RIP Crust

[@Stv_dva]

Rest in love is beautiful I’m gonna start using that

[@natl5692]

I'm crying. I'm a mess

[@TheNoteblockLizard]

This video hit me pretty hard ... especially near the end when Safiya's voice started breaking up ... I did the same thing for my rat, Pearl, when she passed around Christmas. I wrote a song for her, which I called "Saying Goodbye" and cried a lot while doing so. She might have been just a rat, but she was my first rat and she was my rat. She helped me overcome a lot of childhood trauma surrounding being afraid to allow pets close to me or to even pick them up. She was there for me all through 2020, even if all she wanted was food ... I'm a better person because of her and I completely understand.

[@kiiiiiikiiiiiikiiiii]

Oh I'm so sorry you had to go through that! Pearl will always be with you

[@FREDDIECASH229]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2iyo42gebWba9k finally it's here.

[@carissa4081]

She wasn’t “just a rat” she was someone you cared for deeply. I hope you’re OK.

[@christinapierce873]

no pet is ever “just a…”, they are family 🥰

[@plentymoony7706]

this is so true, its been two years since my cat passed away. flash back a year before, i talked to my therapist about missing my cat and crying so hard.

[@scatachiel]

Me: Ok, don't cry, don't cry Me: *instantly starts crying* It's impossible to ignore how much a cat can mean to someone, no matter how crusty they are. You gave him the best golden years anyone could want, and it's obvious he loved you guys very much. I loved especially how "he was willing himself to keep going". That's a spiritful cat. Hopefully he left that resilience with you. I believe you can still keep doing this, but only if you still enjoy it

[@zanera8196]

Finally got the courage to watch this 🥺 My own cat passed away around the same time so it hit extra hard. It’s crazy how much we can love these little guys. Crusty seemed like an amazing cat ♥️

[@5166y]

i’m sure your lovely cat is resting i. peace smiling down at you, thanking you for all the love and care you provided for them 🫶

[@melz6126]

Crusty’s origins may be unknown, but we do know that when he found you guys you all saved each other. You had so much love in your hearts and Crusty must have known and chose you as his parents. He loved you endlessly and that’s something no one could ever take. Thank you for taking a chance on a little street cat and for making him yours.

[@kristyrussell1748]

This!!!! 💖💖

[@XXPlumBlossomXX]

A pet is never “just a pet.” They’re a part of your family, they’re a part of your heart. Crusty will always be with you, and he’ll always be in the hearts of your viewers who loved him.❤️

[@Clownbunnycosplay]

I was in the nail salon sobbing

[@bc3979]

He was never “just” a cat. He was your cat, and you can see how much he loved you. This video made me absolutely sob and I’m on my way to give my cats and extra hug today. RIP little Crusty boy ❤️

[@cherannn]

Crusty is an effing legend!!! I put off watching this for so long. I knew I would cry. Thank u guys for giving him the BEST life. Those years were def golden. Rip Crusty

[@tecalentito]

“just a cat” isn’t a thing, he was family and you are allowed to cry and feel however you feel after this loss. thank you for sharing him with us, i hope you both are well and that maybe you feel not so alone in your grief now.

[@manyachan6983]

that is so true

[@juliaa.4102]

the "can we do this without him" hit so hard. lost my baby bird last year, and it's obviously still hard to handle, but i relate to that so much. she had become such a stable part of my life, it's hard to move on. sending love, you aren't alone

[@anastasiamariediaries]

I cried my eyes out! Rest in peace Crusty Boy. You were so loved.

[@beliztola7177]

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[@gardenfairy1]

I cried so hard at this, my cat also passed away earlier this year and she was 20. I had her from when she was born and this just wrecked me. Rip to both of our little angels 💖💙

[@jessied3696]

I had a cat buddy for years, all through college. Then my family took him on when I couldn't bring him with me. He attached to my brother. At 15 he went over the rainbow bridge and I broke so many traffic laws getting to the vet where my brother wept. Another time I sat with a friend whose 20 year old died that wept. They mean a lot.

[@JellyJessYT]

Rest in peace Crusty, he will never be forgotten that's for sure.

[@SunshineStudios2021]

cat videos are always bound to make me cry

[@xineav]

Had me bawling at the end. As a cat owner myself who adopted my first kitten off the street, I understand that feeling of fear and loss at the thought of losing my animal companion who has been with me through hard and rough times. It's okay to feel that sadness and love for Crusty, Safiya. 🥺 And thank you for sharing his wonderful memory with us

[@Jennikreads]

Not me sobbing with Safiya when she saw that art piece. I love how much you guys loved Crusty and how much he loved you in return. This was such a beautiful tribute. Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@Shonner28]

That’s really what broke me 😭😭

[@janalucke9739]

Just watched it again…you gave an old man a good last hurrah. It’s so beautiful. Hope you have all the turkey you could ever eat, crust❤

[@danes.4551]

A life well lived. There's an old saying about a cat's nine lives: for three he plays, for three he strays, and for three he stays. I have no doubt that he used at least one of those last three with you. I'm sure he was happy and at peace. Rest in peace to Crusty, and all the best wishes to you and Tyler. Take care of yourselves. 💜

[@emiliofermi9994]

키우던 고양이가 죽으면 그렇게까지 슬플까? 그들은 가족이었을까?

[@yukinakou2542]

No, he wasn't "just a cat." People with dogs always talk about how they're part of the family and more than a pet. Cats are that way too. They snuggle up into your heart the exact same way a dog does. All animals, all pets are more than pets. They have personalities and thoughts and feelings too. Crusty was a beloved soul who will be remembered by many.

[@katherinemb5]

Yes!

[@Elentarien]

Absolutely this. They are sentient beings and are never 'just a. . .' I lost my kitty-companion in 2009 after a painful bout of cancer, and no joke, it was just as bad as losing a person. Thankfully this is now starting to be acknowledged, that the loss is just as 'big' as losing anyone else in you're life. The animals are never 'just a. . .' at all. They are friends, family, companions, loved ones. Their thoughts and feelings count just as much as any other person in our lives. Please don't feel the need to apologize or minimize how you feel about it. You two seem like you were awesome cat-guardians and took wonderful care of this little being and gave him a good life while you had him. He knew how blessed he was. Know that you did your absolute best by him and he knew it and appreciated it (cat style. :) ).

[@jazzbuchanan8478]

Absolutely exactly what I was going to say my cat was my fur baby and meant everything to me she was not just a cat and neither was crusty.