Phone-Sized Kitten Turns Guy Into A Cat Person | The Dodo

This tiny kitten made his new dad a cat person ❤️
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[@BSIII]

Remember, you're not 'replacing' your beloved animal that passed away. You're giving another animal a awesome life that your beloved animal had.

[@Vishakha_B897]

Exactly!

[@Tummyenjoyer]

I needed that

[@catkeeen]

Truer than 2+2=4

[@kuchennnn]

Thank you so much ❤ Sometimes I feel guilty about loving my new kitty after the oldest one died

[@SkylarThompson-mu1qs]

@@Vishakha_B897 I think the kitten is a reincarnation of Lilly but different since similar traits. "I see so much of Lilly in that cat."

[@priscillawagner4939]

You aren't replacing. You are giving a rescue a chance to survive

[@beetleorangejuice]

so true

[@carmelabiernacki107]

That's what I always say

[@annefischer1433]

And thrive!

[@laurendaryani4893]

Exactly! And I'll bet Lily would have loved to play with Matt. He's an addition to a loving family, not a replacement ❤

[@rachel705]

I heard a quote once that said “Grief is just love with no place left to go.” It’s not replacing, it’s giving all that love somewhere to go ❤

[@TXBOBBER32]

You never stood a chance my man, that cat chose YOU ❤

[@cookieberkheiser7227]

Awwh, what a sweet kitty.

[@mixedmediaartgirl300]

The best ones do....the absolute very best ones.❤

[@mrsimo7144]

This has been like this for millenia. ❤🐾

[@___idk]

yhhhh

[@charmaineelizabeth8723]

😂😂💫☺️

[@willgame4coffee]

The cat distribution system knew what they needed and sent them the littlest little it had on hand.❤

[@shelliepoitras2473]

Aww think lilly led that kitty to u n kitty knew ❤

[@kimmieh8419]

I crack up every time I read a comment about the cat distribution system! 😂 I’m beginning to believe it’s a real company! 😂❤

[@helema23]

@@kimmieh8419 yup we ended up with a woodpile kitten that grew up to lead odd animals to us at times and brought us a calico that had 5 kittens (we kept 4) and now we are getting them fixed soon and loving them. altho it keeps giving me gingers.....we have the elderly ginger an dnow a set o ftwin gingers from the calico. she is gone but they live on

[@hardtogetnamehere]

@@kimmieh8419it is!!! I have like 10 cats. The distribution system sends me young cats that need a safe place to grow up. They may not always be friendly, and I’m okay with that, but they get here skinny, sickly and skittish. They grow up to be healthy, generally happy cats.

[@acMcCantsWrites]

​@@shelliepoitras2473Lilly did indeed🥰💞

[@kathyduncan40]

I love it when a cat persuades humans to be a “cat person”. To know them is to love and appreciate their personalities!

[@sib5464]

Same here. And I am allergic to cats. But I was found by a stray too. Just he was already almost grown up and he will probably never that... 'house catty'. But I am happy as long as he is not sick, did not get bitten again by other cats in fight and as long he is eating properly. I will probably never be able to have him on my lap or something. But... he has his house where he feels safe outside my door and he comes in several times a day to feed. Sometimes comes in and just allows me to pet him... I think he is happy. So I guess that is the most important. He has found his safe harbour on my terrace and regular food. Medicine if sick. Maybe when is gets old he might want to stay inside more.

[@coryjackson3131]

Well said 👍🏻👍🏻

[@TomieTomie-tq6wi]

The bond I have for people like you transcends what ever difference we may have.

[@ayodari_style]

It happened to my husband-it’s the sweetest thing!

[@sophiecat14]

@@sib5464I think it’s wonderful that you respect his boundaries & enjoy the affection he gives you, as well as the ways he shows his love for you even though he’s not a “cuddly house” cat.😻❤️ Cats have a way of knowing who will love them for who they are, when given the opportunity to choose a person, like your little guy. His personality certainly will change as he gets older and especially if he’s neutered (hopefully there’s programs to help with that if necessary). I’d bet someday he will be a cuddly house cat.☺️❤️ Thank you for saving him , caring for him & loving him! I find it extremely funny when a person says they aren’t a cat person. Often times cats will gravitate towards that person & prove them wrong. Soon the cat is showing the person affection in some way and the person suddenly loves cats. Cats enjoy being right, lol. 😸

[@onebadassmomma]

Lily contacted the Kitten Distribution Center from the great beyond and had Mat delivered ASAP.

[@sakrefunholy]

Was about to say the same thing 😂

[@archietal]

😂😂😂 💯

[@Nathan_Coley]

Facts

[@JennaLeigh]

Rainbow Bridge 🌈 has what I call "New Baby Embassy" where I am convinced our babies are sending us babies who need us.... like, they see the babies in need down here and are like "I think my people are ready. Make it so!"

[@deannastone9377]

100%

[@stuborn-complaining-german]

The cat chooses it's owner. You're very lucky! ❤️

[@donnywilliamson5807]

Yep I have a cat that chose me and didn’t know she was pregnant at the time. ❤

[@AT-eu4zu]

Yes so true although we don’t own them, they are not enslaved beings , we are just in a love relationship with them

[@SeverityOne]

Cats don't have owners: they have staff. 🙂

[@creativemindplay]

Its*😊❤

[@carriehellyer1777]

I agree, my little tabby chose me nearly 22 years ago and I had to say goodbye to him in April, it broke my heart. RIP Brodie ❤🐾

[@kaileyenns]

Lilly sent this precious love to help you heal your soul.❤

[@careychitrena1888]

My thought too. ☺️

[@TheMissblue2u]

I love how you put it...❤

[@ThomasWalker-m2y]

Heart, Not Soul

[@liamseekins9488]

​@@ThomasWalker-m2yNope to them it's the soul so it's right to them . Just because you think differently doesn't mean you should try force your opinion and say they're wrong.

[@shareeclifton2265]

Lilly sent the kitty 100%

[@aresmarte9000]

I think so too😊

[@ashlouw5350]

When they started talking about Lilly i thought she came back in the cat❤. Because Matt started playing with all Lilly's toys and he came not too long after her death.

[@jennifergraceh]

@@ashlouw5350me too! I immediately thought she was Lily reincarnated 🥰 My beloved cat, Cairo, passed away 2.5yrs ago. My parents and daughter were looking to adopt a kitten at the animal shelter and, despite the multitude of adorable kittens, the cat they were drawn to was a 2 year old stray. She immediately bonded to them and was at ease in the house, even choosing the same sleeping spots as Cairo used to. Too many similarities to list, but the biggest thing for me was when I met her on FaceTime, I called her name and there was immediate recognition in her eyes, as she tried to place where my voice had come from. She ran to the screen super curiously and I was talking to her the way I did with Cairo and, I don’t know, it was just the weirdest feeling of familiarity. I’m a firm believer in reincarnation, but the evidence of it holding some weight is substantial-particularly the research about children who remember past lives (if interested, check out the work of Dr. Ian Stevenson, who is now deceased, and his predecessor, Dr. Jim B. Tucker , both of whom who work for the university of Virginia division of perceptual studies. Fascinating stuff; I’ve read every one of Dr. Tucker’s books multiple times.

[@JennaLeigh]

I literally just commented this elsewhere! Lily's the mastermind here❤❤

[@Gr8P]

Yep

[@sharonhensley9081]

"When a man loves cats, I am his friend and comrade, without further introduction" Mark Twain ❤

[@kipponi]

Nicely said❤.

[@Sinsults]

I know another famous person who was an animal rights activist and vegetarian. He didn't care much for human rights, however...

[@SlimeandToast]

was he also an Austrian painter? i think I've heard of him@@Sinsults

[@nana8nanashi]

@@Sinsults A great little factoid i keep handy to troll militant vegetarians...

[@user-wj2hn8eq5j]

The -oid part means it's not a fact​@@nana8nanashi

[@clicheguevara5282]

This is how I found my Mochi. She was barely two weeks old, TINY, and was all alone in my yard. Nine years later, she’s still my best friend. ❤

[@Virjunior01]

Hnnnnng

[@faith5401]

Mochi, such a cute sweet tiny name :) nice ❤ thank you for giving Mochi a loving home. GOD BLESS YOU BOTH WELL ♥️♥️✝️

[@BooBuKittyPhuk]

My baby Tiggy was so small he wasn't even pooping or peeing by himself yet, but I heard crying, opened my back door, and he ran as fast as he could inside that he ran right into my foot. His nose was bloody and he was filthy so I immediately gave him a wash and had to give him milk that night until I could go get him kitten milk. He was my little Prince and think of him all the time. I miss him, but I'm so happy he ran himself, on his tiny wobbley little legs, into our lives.

[@lancedyea5041]

We have a Mochi also, my son found him in the drive thru where he works he was so young his ears weren't even open yet. We had to nurse him with a little bottle and he grew up to be a lion. Lol

[@NavigatorMother]

Perfect stories! ❤❤❤!

[@smz7182]

Cats are so special! I have 2 17year olds, I can’t get enough of them, so excited everyday I get up!

[@jairomontiel3514]

SO TRUE .SO LOVELY THEY ARE..THIS GUY AND HIS WIFE ARE LOVELY TOO....THANKS A LOT..🤗👌...

[@richardortiz8704]

God bless you people for life 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊😊🎉🎉❤😊😊😊 I have five cats 😍😍😍😍😍😍😊😊

[@carolethorn3211]

A big muscular guy loving a tiny kitten makes the world good for right now.

[@miguelon9682]

I mean he needs to do legs 💀

[@Cruddy129]

you speak as if this is unheard of

[@اسكندرفكار]

Yeah big muscular guys have small fragile hearts​@@Cruddy129

[@MrBuTaforos]

sounds like something from the yellow-black youtube

[@canterburytail2294]

I have noticed sometimes the most manly men have tiny dogs, they don't need a big mean dog to complete their masculinity as it is already complete, same here with the kitten.

[@cyn7869]

You honored Lily by saving this little one. You should be proud.❤️😇

[@gracejohnston2692]

❤

[@syrusorelio2309]

I think Lily sent tiny Mat to her family to help them heal

[@christinevillanueva54]

Good word ❤❤

[@kburke9615]

@@syrusorelio2309Agreed!!! Our beloved cat Moggy sent us a new kitten shortly after he passed. I grieved him so hard, he was always with us, left a big hole. Macy had so many of his traits, it was eerie but beautiful.

[@SunayanaSB1998]

Lily wanted her mom and dad to be happy so she ensured you found another furry angel just like her🥹

[@onepersonisthechanceandcha155]

😢😢😢😢😢

[@CROWNEDDOOMER682]

Beautiful Lily's words ok God I have one final request please give my wonderful family a new friend one that will help them continue being happy one that will continue my legacy God it is done now follow me to the cloud of treats

[@CharliArmstrong]

And now I’m sobbing! 😭 😭 😭

[@CROWNEDDOOMER682]

@@CharliArmstrong I'm sorry I just wanted to add another lair onto an already excellent comment

[@tonyarodriguez2098]

❤😊

[@LS-mp7co]

LOL the cat distribution system ALWAYS knows where the love of a cat is needed the most!

[@vickibazter3446]

Well said

[@jenniferlakeysimmons3885]

That kitten was sent to you to comfort you over the loss of Lilly. It's an honor.

[@mandyk9192]

Lilly sent him to you. She knew you needed the kitty as much as the kitty needed you!❤❤❤

[@daylehudson6810]

Oh! I love what you wrote

[@benjaminbrown4367]

Amen...this is the comment I was looking for, I totally agree 💯

[@margaretbancalari4261]

Yes ❤

[@Add_Account485]

Beautiful Comment

[@lilybug246]

Nothing more endearing than seeing a big strong man caring and protecting a helpless little one. This is a real man.

[@JesusBichito99]

😂😂breeder

[@elisabeterodrigues4459]

❤❤

[@Светлана-с2з2ю]

💯

[@davidforden]

@@JesusBichito99what???

[@dinaheath]

My husband was a 250 pound biker. His love for the cats and bird(african grey) was ridiculous. He would be on a trip and facetime me, ask me what I was doing then ask if the bird was nearby. Then proceeded to facetime with the bird. I had to get one of the cats put to sleep when she was old because he couldn't. She was "his" cat.

[@jamiebaker7066]

Lily knew that you were sad so she sent you a little friend to cheer you up ❤

[@Wrexxxx]

When a kitty picks you to nap on, cuddles up and that little purr box goes to town, there’s just something special about it. You feel bad when you have to move.

[@Rhino-Prime]

Simple solution you don't move

[@Wrexxxx]

@@Rhino-Prime that’s right! Boss I’m gonna be late, family emergency.

[@mpredgate]

Purring is actually a healing frequency.

[@silvergirl7810]

That’s so true- you just don’t disturb that little purrbox! 🐱

[@everlasting9292]

Sometimes the best way to heal from the loss of a pet is to find a new one to love! You never forget the first one, and you’re not replacing them. You’re just continuing to share all the love you have!

[@clubbasher32]

I’m convinced my cat reincarnated to be back with me. Another black stray, super affectionate. Broke into my house just like Hugo did. The hole of grief from Hugo’s passing left when Amadeus came. He acts just like him.

[@denisea8747]

Your not replacing them you’re starting over

[@haveagratefuldae]

​@@clubbasher32omg I almost named my boy Amadeus!!! Such a beautiful cat name and kitty I'm sure!! ❤

[@zubalocco1761]

​@@clubbasher32I know that feeling, suddenly the pieces of your heart come all together, you can literally feel how it heals ❤️‍🩹🐈‍⬛

[@sakitoby1581]

100% agree.

[@annaadrignola2635]

The bond between a guy his cat is so precious ❤

[@denisea8747]

We always had dogs but my son chose our Cornish rex for his best friend

[@Anon1gh3]

Not as strong as that between a father and son.

[@kimbibbs5700]

Precious!!! This kitty needed you, and you needed the kitty!!

[@facetedperspectives9950]

This sweet little bundle was sent to you by your Lilly. She knew how much you missed her and sent this cutie to fill the "hole in your hearts". My departed fur loves have done this for me and I KNEW the new love was their gift to me. Even from the other side, they STILL give us their love, loyalty and devotion. Such a wonderful story. Just confirmation of Universal beneficence 💜😇🙏🏽🐾🐾🐾❤️

[@marz736]

I believe that they do come back as another dog or a different pet.

[@paulagoeringer9466]

Lilly contacted the cat distribution center and told them to send one over ASAP. 🐶😸💕

[@robotstonka7118]

🤪

[@Milk-ck1wv]

it's the cat distribution system!

[@janapoulton4333]

Absolutely ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@kimberlypeters1658]

Your doggie that passed away sent this kitten to you. Congratulations on your kitten and I'm sorry for your loss of Lilly.

[@DanniMonroe23]

❤❤❤

[@MatildaV1980]

It was Lily who sent that kitten to you from above. She knew you needed another fur baby to love, even though you hadn’t realized it yourselves yet, and he filled your hearts with the love she could no longer provide.❤

[@sunnyandthechlo]

After I lost my soul mate dog Chloe, I couldn’t imagine getting another anytime soon. But then a tiny black cat started straight up coming into the house and decided she was gonna live there. I always think she was a gift sent from Chloe.

[@ChrisSmith-rd6dm]

Delusion women as usual

[@freshsox7052]

I was about to say that maybe even Lily

[@faketohma]

I lost my other cat Artemis 2 years ago..I was miserable over it then…that wintee/fall , Luna found her way to us

[@a1ntcry1noveru]

Nahhhh

[@kittyastorga9947]

You both saved each other a relationship made from heaven. 😊

[@UkeOne]

The presence of a cuddly little kitten can melt the hearts of anyone. They are precious little fuzzy angels!

[@dunstonmartina1234]

They sure are, my little fuzzy fur Angel means the World to me, I love him sooo much❤

[@rorosanchez1538]

I luv cats and dogs too. But some people don't like cats or any animal probably. So you can't assume because it's cute and cuddly that it's safe. There are some mean, hateful people in the world. I have heard and seen horrible things done to animals. Bless this gentleman 😊❤.

[@jsophiamm]

I have two cats, my mother in law always said she didn’t like cats (my bf even told me she has NEVER liked them at all). However, she seems to have fallen in love with my orange boy 😂😂 whenever she visit she doesn’t stop looking at him and following him to see what he does haha. They truly get you to love them with their cuteness and innocence.

[@GidgettheMidget1103]

Lily sent that baby to you because she wanted you happy again.

[@muddyshoesgardener]

You were adopted by a loving kitty💗

[@evarosa3499]

Many blessings to you both for saving that precious fur baby. 🙏🏼❤️🐾

[@lorihutton4719]

Lilly sent that kitten to watch over her father as her body was to tired. I fully believe in this crap. I lost my only son ( 1 son plus 4 daughters I have no human children living ) Sparky, was my only male dog. 20 year old Boston terrier that would do anything with me. Anything I tried, he tried. Be it food, sports, water activity, driving anything!!!!!!! Not long after Sparkys passing I saw a dog along the four lane just like him, appeared homeless but couldn't be caught or touched. I wasn't from there, so I returned home. End of last fall, tiny young black dog showed up in a field next to my momma's house. 1,2,3,4 days go by trying to earn her trust. No luck. I put out a live trap full of food. 5 minutes the door slammed, Afraid of the world she was caught and safe. Moving 7 months forward. She answers to Princess Zaela and we don't no her story but she so loves the tale I half made up, other half I took from the movie. Princess Caraboo, yes I tell her she is from Javasu, yes I tell her she was abducted by pirates. Then jumped ship to swim a shore, then be taken in by a wealthy lady whom lived in a castle 🏰 ( which I am not ) and dressed in the finest cloth and drank from the finest China. If Love is Wealth, this farm for rescues is my Bank!!!!!!! Thank you to Lily and Sparky for making sure one cat daddi and one dog mom-mom feels 💕 the love. We miss you kiddo- love all your siblings but mom-mom the MOST🩵

[@eikoqdupree101]

So many people are blind to cats as pet material. But given them a chance. You will be surprised how easy to fall in ❤️. Give love a chance.

[@kasabianrage7487]

Everyone should have a cat, if you're ready to show it love, affection and kindness, you will have a life long friend that becomes family. RIP Lilly

[@Hal-yc9jd]

RIP

[@Singularity-v5q]

Their poop makes you sick and attracts rats unless already have rats and need a cat that walks in and outdoors or have enough money to be in a place where rats don't go with enough room for a place for cat litter not near people

[@kasabianrage7487]

@@Singularity-v5q I have 3 cats and absolutely no rats

[@ZTheLastViking]

​@user-cb4qd5fc1x rats in the house? Where i live people in older houses have mice at worst but nobody has rats where i live.

[@Singularity-v5q]

@@ZTheLastViking yea rats they're huge like a lil Chihuahua

[@HoneybeeJohnson-yz6ie]

I believe Lillie brought him to say goodbye and it's ok to love again.... She's still watching over you❤❤❤! Congratulations on your new family member!

[@missgreen8959]

Yes. Amen.T/U. Far sayn so.

[@MomCat03]

One thing I can tell you from owning pets all my life is that when you find a pet, even if it’s after losing one, it’s always meant to be, and you will be amazed when you realize just how much they fit into your life. Nobody can ever replace a pet that you lost, but a new pet needing a human as desperate as some do out there in the wild there’s no greater feeling in the world they’re yours and their loyalty will always run deep…

[@TheCelestialhealer]

❤

[@valleyofashes]

Well said 👏🏼 I got a mini dachshund for my 18th bday. My first love and bf had a house full of wiener dogs because his mom & sister bred them. Anyways, I had a couple cats at the time but a few years later, I bought her for $400 (half price) and she became like my child. I took her everywhere with me, and I planned so much of my life around my Lucy girl. Whenever the thought of losing her crept in my mind, I’d get so scared and emotional. Anyways, many years passed and she eventually passed away and I was in shock and then a deep depression hit me. I knew I had been so lucky to have been blessed to have her with me for 16 long years. Hell she almost reached the age I was when I got her. I never thought she’d love that long, so I was grateful to have had that, but I just felt so lonely after having a buddy by my side after all that time and then now, I’m not just without my long term bf but now I lost my bear friend who made it so I could get thru that breakup of that long term relationship. She had been with me through so much considering I’ve had her for almost half my life.

[@MomCat03]

Thx 4 sharing, I can feel your emotion, as we know it too!💕🐈@@valleyofashes

[@valleyofashes]

Some friends talked me into getting another sooner than I expected so I got another little doxie and she’s named Tana. She’s the same kind of dog as Lucy, but other than that, they have really nothing in common. I still miss her, but Tana’s helped me a lot. Because of her, I started to smile and laugh again. And she’s helping to change the whole vibe in the house 🏠🐶❤️

[@MomCat03]

We just lost our sons cat she was 19 years old, yours being 16 you understand the feeling of grief we are experiencing. it’s only been about a month or so maybe two and I still hurt every day and miss her. We lost several pets over the last three years all over the age of 13, and, the hole they leave in your soul is just indescribable. we have two cats left and needless to say are spoiled beyond belief. I said I would never get another pet again, but I really can’t see my life without a pet as they add so much joy and such unconditional love to each and every day. I’m so happy that you are smiling again, thx for sharing love!💕@@valleyofashes

[@Piti2X]

you are never replacing Lily.... god just gives you what you need to heal.

[@wilfredbruce5327]

You never own a cat, a cat owns you. They choose you and when they like what they see they bond forever.

[@ninakochan7]

There is just something so wholesome about a grown man taking care of a tiny helpless kitten 😸 ❤ Says a lot about him personally in my opinion 😊❤

[@nikkic0509]

I agree ❤

[@lazybelphegore6748]

He would no doubt be a good father and a good husband/boyfriend

[@tamaramadison7563]

I think the Cat knew he needed Love and care❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@tamaramadison7563]

The Cat wanted help him God them Both

[@bruce9073]

Finally I MADE THE Decision he’s going to stay with us I hate that that man had the already made up

[@katywilliams9477]

There is no way you can give up a baby after you bring him home😮 the attachment process is almost instantaneous, and they become yours❤He is precious, and will help with your grief over Lily big time, because of the happiness he brings to your home 🤗

[@Mariah-StellaBear]

The script is beautiful like a poem.

[@DeniseTerrell-oy5tm]

You saved his life! That kitten will forever be grateful and love you for all of its days… Congrats! 💝

[@natalia_juniper]

Haha nothing like that 😁 I found an adult cat 5 years ago and now he sometimes generously allows himself to be petted. About once a day 😁 I periodically remind him that I found him on the street, I saved him that he should be grateful to me and allow himself to be petted at least twice a day but he is unwavering 🙈

[@ronagreenfield9545]

That kitten won him over. A man who loves a cat is a special man. ❤

[@canderellanaturella8316]

I love seeing guys with cats!! Thank you for rescuing Matt!

[@unknownplayer10k]

ikr its usually single mothers

[@xellos305]

It's hard losing someone, especially in animal. But don't close your heart or your home just because of that hurt. Sharing a life is amazing. I love my boy. I don't know what I do without him.

[@Hawknelsonfan07]

The first clip of Matt running behind his hooman is too freakin cute!😍😝🥰🤭

[@erikafreebird6449]

So cute it made me cry.

[@JenGable-Justeson]

Thank you for sharing this short story ! The kitten is adorable !

[@animaltalk1515]

This kitten IS LILLY..REINACARNATED.. 100%!!!

[@sylviahofmann5066]

e@@animaltalk1515 I believe it is like that! I am in a similar situation. My little boy Mačak passed away in February because of sickness. He was only 2y.o. 😢 A few weeks later our neighbour moved out. But his cat Mimi moved in at our house a while BEFORE HE moved away. She decided to stay with us and chose us as her new family. The neighbour seid he didn't care!! 😮😮‍💨 First I wasn't thrilled but I couldn't throw Mimi out either because I liked her. She is such a wonderful Calico cat. It was just because I wasn't over Mačak's loss yet. The longer we are together I realize again and again that she and our little Mačak have a lot in Common! and: Sometimes I hear myself saying that Mimi must be the Reinkarnation of Mačak. Today I am (almost) sure she is! I love her so much and hope we can spend many many years together 😺😻💕🐈 P.S. Sorry, that was much writing 😊🤗

[@carmaela2689]

A man who is good to animals and kind to a kitten is a keeper. You are blessed!

[@fotis3v480]

It's a matter of you folk being worth keeping.

[@flysinsoup]

@@fotis3v480get right with life guy. Stop blaming women for how fucked in the head you are

[@allahalkareem8055]

​@fotis3v480 Yup, and by the sound of her voice in this clip I'm not convinced 😂

[@animallover9037]

Awe, thank you for rescuing this little baby. Lilly can’t be replaced, but you will carry her in your heart forever. Animals come into our lives in mysterious ways. I can’t help but think Lilly might have had a little influence. 😘 This new little guy will gradually help heal your heart. Cherish him. God bless. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@donnabirtley6790]

Lily will always be with you. The love you have for her enabled you to care for & love little Matt. That tiny kitten needed you both too.

[@KandyPaddock]

Little baby needed you and you two need love too . THANK you for loving him

[@summerstarr9339]

Kitty did pick you so you were doomed from the time he saw you!! ❤ Matt loves you!! You're blessed!!

[@PossessiveK]

I’d like to think Lily sent the kitty, from beyond, as a way to comfort her humans. So glad this happened

[@robynetaylor6605]

You didn’t take another animal into your house; you took them into your heart. That’s the way it works. Life.

[@maryshanley329]

Life, and there is no life without love. Love is how we are meant to be throughout life. Especially when life is tough.

[@shakeerah7967]

Thank you for rescuing him and loving him.

[@DearProfessorRF]

Behind the façade of a tough man there is the kindest heart in a man you’ll find.

[@kenhoughton5476]

Sometimes I wonder if little Matt the kitten is really Lilly the little dog. You know Lilly comes back as Matt. Kitten really like lilly's toys . Matt seems to take right to the guy who found her cuddled right up to him sleeping on his shoulder. It just makes me think about your pets always being around you after they pass on.

[@DearProfessorRF]

@@kenhoughton5476 based on what I know about rebirth and the impermanent nature of life, you might be right. They can be reborn as humans, and we can be reborn as them.

[@user-0jdk284g]

​@@kenhoughton5476 BS...

[@donnabursey1457]

If you have love for an animal and it goes, you're meant to share that love again. So many creatures need it...including you!

[@romarae3723]

He was sent to you because you needed it! You appear to be great with creatures and boy, so many animals need help. They are a blessing!!!

[@infiniteinspiration1628]

Yesss❤❤❤ Wishing you infinite love, blessings and miracles filled with more joy, compassion, love, forgiveness and peace within you and ultimately on earth 🌎 ✨️ ❤️ Louise

[@Seaotters.and.smiles]

It's so funny and touching to see this kitty running behind a big grown man 😂 I ❤ to see men be vulnerable and gentle... especially when it's with animals. It's the sweetest thing ever. Wish you all a wonderful life together 🤗

[@caroljo420]

REAL men are kind and gentle with animals!

[@joypalos474]

These big guys ( or any person) has/have no idea what a beautiful gift a tiny animal can be until (lil ball o’fur falls in love with them.❤ magic.

[@joegreatmusicfirstweir9646]

This is a pretty little. 🐈🐾. Kitten that's amazing these people lost their other. Cat and a gift from God they got another. Little. Kitten❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤Love

[@majbrat]

Aw, he is such a little bundle of love! He will help you heal and you can tell him all about Lily. 😊 He knew you needed hugs.

[@jeanines4417]

We faced the same situation... Last year we lost our 10 years old German shepherd and none of us wanted to adopt another dog anymore. Then 2 months after our loss, a tiny black kitten appeared tired and hungry in front of our door.... I can proudly say now that he is our family savior❤

[@sugarplum5824]

This little guy isn't Lily; he's going to carve out an equally precious part of your heart. Our hearts are big enough to love many little fur babies throughout our lives. Bless your new family dynamic. ❤

[@janebailey8032]

There’s nothing sexier than a man who cares for a little helpless animal like a kitty. ❤

[@TheCeciD]

Completely agree 💯❤

[@vr_virtualrealm1221]

" Hey tiny, Little helpless creature !! Watch out !!! Phew !! That was close, you're coming home with me.....Oh hey....didn't see you two there, aw shucks "

[@roseappleberry]

its one of the first things i look for when meeting people. i think respecting and caring for animals expecting nothing in return tells a lot about the good in your heart

[@YarnhamBrainsucker]

@@roseappleberryyeah that’s definitely a green flag if you’re nice to animals, shows a lot about a persons character the way they treat animals

[@melz3752]

What a sweet little kitten. I believe Lily sent Matthew to your home knowing he would be loved and cared for and that you two would get the unconditional love you’ve needed since Lily went to Heaven. I know your pain and I wish you both peace

[@MeanBlackKitty]

there is no greater act of kindness, then turning your grief into the love for another needy pet. Love never dies...it is just transforming.

[@mikiomahoney1]

New pets can be very healing after loss, whether a pet, or human loss, as it gives the heart somewhere to put the love from the loss and helps heal the heart in my experience and what I’ve witnessed. A specific human or animal bond can’t be replaced, but new love and life can be very comforting. Love seeing this but strong guy and the tiny kitten. I’m a great believer in kismet, clearly this little kitty was in the right place at the right time….. ❤

[@thedivinefeminine1821]

After I lost my dog to cancer I was gifted this tiny little furball kitty from my brother, who found him homeless on a corner near a hotel in South Carolina a few years ago... he drove him up to CT to be with us because we have a big house and room for him to play, now he is a member of the family and we spoil him rotten with the best food, toys, and blankets❤ it certainly healed the grief from the loss of my dog

[@kierstengarza7230]

Not my dog 💀. My old dog was my life, she was my everything and I was her favorite person. My step dad didn’t want another dog but we found one and brought her home. A year later she is my dog but loves everyone especially my stepdad more than me. Then the cat distribution center made its way and we took in a stray cat who loved me and only me just for her to love my sister more and was eh about me. 🥲

[@TG-rf5uf]

Well put. It gives all the built up love in your heart somewhere to go after a pet baby loss

[@18rabbit31]

Kissing and cuddling with kitties is just the best. May you have a good life with your little furball. It's adorable! So glad you found an animal to love you!😻🐾🐾

[@shellymclain-zf6uv]

That kitty chose you!! Embrace it!!❤❤❤

[@rlarson8470]

God sent this kitten for you to love. Thank you for sharing.

[@amandaboesel568]

Love how our beloved fur babies send a special friend, you didnt even know you needed. ❤

[@faithmwabi1707]

I think a reincarnation of lilly you can see how the kitty easily adjusted to them

[@sopronunciareglignocchi7255]

*pets. These aren't your babies.

[@pladampa]

Fur burgers?

[@CandyPIdaho]

Thank goodness Lily sent you! That baby needed help! As I read somewhere, it was the all-knowing Kitten Delivery System that brought you together! Lily knew what you needed because she knew you so well and you loved her. ❤😊

[@Chubbasaurus]

Lily totally sent the kitten. "You need to go make my people happy again!"

[@LoriPinkerton-m2i]

​@@Chubbasaurus..❤😊

[@kathywarrick2084]

Happy for you both❤ Enjoy your kitty☺️💗

[@faithmwabi1707]

​@@Chubbasaurus yes lilly sent the kitty there through a spirit form and he possed her to go to the destination 😊😊😊

[@rangeelixir8921]

It was god who sent both lily and the kit

[@Zeenomoth_Gzxpho]

This reminded me of a fun memory I have with my dad. I brought home a sick kitten that I had found at the homeless shelter, i was at a chruch event to help feed the homeless, but anyway I brought this kitten home and cared for him took him to the vet and he’s now maybe 2 years old, well the other day I found my dad holding him like a baby all swaddled up in a blanket, my dad normally complains about the cat.

[@eliacenteno7618]

I had a dog for 15 years. When Oreo died I felt my heart break 💔. I have not been able to have another pet. I still miss him. He was my guardian, so understanding of my illness, a very special companion and friend. I am happy for those who are able to care for another pet with so much love. 😍😍😍🙏🏾🦋

[@CoilCannon]

You can never replace an old friend who’s passed. When a new friend comes into the picture, that’s a new experience, not a replacement for a former one. Lilly shall always remain as a fond memory, and now you’re creating a new memory alongside hers.

[@davidirizarry4758]

Wow, God knew this was what this man needed for emotional healing. Almost the same situation happened to us.

[@johnsherman8649]

Cats are awesome. Be there for them from beginning to end.

[@jshilohshea381]

I believe that when our beloved furbabies leave us for heaven...they send another animal to help us heal from loss and heartache....and keep our hearts open for love.

[@mcpeewee68]

People who actually give their cats a chance to play and love just like a dog.... And who TALK to their cats, just like they would to their dog... Will get a (or many) very loving and entertaining cat(s). One that really acts no different than any dog does.... They will listen to your voice... They will understand commands... They will follow you everywhere... and they will know their name(s) And the hooman will get tons of comfy snuggles to boot ❤

[@mrflappie6553]

I'm fully convinced cats can understand human speech.

[@TheDennys21]

@@mrflappie6553 they definitely understand what the word food stands for haha.

[@mcpeewee68]

@mrflappie6553 Oh absolutely I know that mine do I can call to my cats from the front of my house and they will come around from the backyard. The correct cat will come.I should say, lol

[@jeanmarierock4603]

I love seeing a big guy, with such a soft tender heart❤

[@VARCENO]

WOW- such a BIG and BUFF GUY, just fell in love with a tiny kiddy cat. ITS SUPER ADORABLE! He was sent to you by Lilly. He will love you forever!!!

[@celestebenamara6606]

Agree, the kitty cat CHOSE YOU. You will be Loved and emotionally healed.Thats what they do. Happy for you. Blessings ❤🙏

[@kahetiger]

I love this story. I spent an hour reading comments, and they are all so special and heartwarming. Thank you everyone!!

[@shamiemaaboobaker539]

There’s a special place in heaven for people that adopt little strays and give them unconditional love and affection. Bless you… for giving this precious fur baby a beautiful home😻

[@NancyWelch-ik5wl]

He is a real man,letting his heart out to kitty,kitty;and not worried about being so macho,which makes him very manly&great.🐾🥰they are both great parents to Matt.and lilly is in heaven,looking at her brother matt.bless all of you.

[@becool_444]

111 👍💕

[@NancyWelch-ik5wl]

Thanks for all the likes you wonderful people,makes me aware ;there are still some.great people in this world!bless you all!😇🙏😎

[@arketta-]

Nothing like a big, jacked dude falling in love with a little kitten ❤ he migh look tough but you know his heart is made of gold!

[@lisaschreiber2893]

Lily sent this family a heart to love ❤

[@BuyingDaDip209]

When a cat chooses you and you let him or her in your heart... It's a feeling words can't describe. One of the purest forms of love you can ever feel. FACTS...

[@niknax5159]

Lily’s last gift to you from the other side…..that’s just precious ❤️

[@user-ki8hb4he1o]

The kitten chose you for a reason. Dogs and cats are precious fur-babies that love unconditionally; they heal and warm our hearts and their antics are so amusing.

[@laurenrowland4886]

Humans need unconditional love from animals.❤

[@moemcgovern7345]

I agree

[@petitthom2886]

Mat is adorable, he came at the purr-fect time 😁

[@sheilamore3261]

Oh my goodness I’m so happy you found that little kitten that little kitten loves you. It was meant to be.🥰💕🐾

[@JacobWilson-uf6zq]

Hello how are you doing today 😊

[@LesaMcComas]

Thank you for rescuing the kitten. Lily probably sent you the new pet. Lily knew how much ya'll missed her.❤❤❤

[@Kitty_cat2001]

I’m pleased that the kitty is playing with Lily’s toys-memories of Lily will stay with you forever ❤

[@philiptownsend4026]

Lovely story of love and compassion. Years in my eyes. Thank you so much for taking the kitten in.

[@beverlytaylor1745]

You're both so kind. Keeping a connection to the animal kingdom through this little guy is not only a blessing to him, but a tribute to Lily. Her toys and scent are a huge part of 'Matt's' joy. 🤗💖🐱

[@spdadventurer1754]

What a wonderful thought love it, yes u r correct

[@Preciousone456]

Ur precious lily, sent this kitten ASAP to ease both of your broken hearts. Is soo good ur grief did not close both you from accepting this buddle of joy. Peace and joy both of you.

[@malaikahs3841]

These stories are the best. Kitty filled an emptiness and helped both his humans heal.❤🐱🐈‍⬛

[@paulaswann6990]

Beautiful wife. Husband a keeper. Keep the love going.

[@allahalkareem8055]

Yes he is a high value male, and it's independent on whatever labels u have for him, Paula

[@audrayoung7102]

Aww... Such a sweet story!! It is very hard sometimes to move on to another animal. They are "us" ... our everything!! God bless you for taking in such a small animal & helping it. I'm glad you also formed a special bond!!

[@charleneinman3625]

Reminds me so much of my husband .A stray cat had her kittens in our shed .The mom disappeared after few weeks .My husband fought tooth and nail to nature these lil fur balls .We kept one .She was the smallest and ill .He called her Weazy…she follows him all over and cuddles up on his shoulder .It’s funny seeing this 260 lb ,six foot one man being so gentle and loving to a lil tiny kitty .Hes a great father too so it’s his nature .