A cat kept her kittens safe from the rain under a trunk until they were found and placed in a warm home.
Three kittens were discovered by a Bronx family who had a trunk in their yard. The mother cat tried to keep them warm, out of the rain, but it was too cold and unsafe for newborn babies. The mom was fed by the homeowners who moved them to a safe area.
They reached out Little Wanderers NYC The organization is a volunteer-based animal rescue group in New York. It was established to provide the family of four with the care they need to thrive.
Love Meow was told by Megan, a foster volunteer, that Lisa, our cofounder, found out. “She let me know because she had just finished up fostering mom and babies and we had space.”
She kept her kittens dry and warm in the rain. Little Wanderers NYC
“The family that found them offered to transport them in a car and drive them to me. These guys truly went above and beyond.
Megan and Tyrone, her partner, received the feline family yesterday. The mama cat was able to walk out of her carrier and into her new home. After touring the space, she gave her approval. She found plenty of good food and other amenities, and loved humans who welcomed her with open arms.
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The tabby girl approached her parents for some much-needed head scratches. “She jumped on the playpen we had put up and wandered around our office (aka, the foster room). Megan shared with Love Meow that she trusted us instantly.
“She kept an ear on me when she weighed her babies, but didn’t mind my handling them.” They were all healthy and at a great weight (no eye problems or runny noses).
Momma cat exploring new space – Little Wanderers NYC
The sweet tabby has done a great job keeping her kittens clean, safe and healthy.
After a long day on the streets, the momma cat is finally able to relax in her warm, comfortable bed and not worry about her next meal.
She is a wonderful mother to her three demanding kittens. Little Wanderers NYC
“Mama loves her children, but clearly has an adventurous spirit. She likes exploring the room and hanging out with us. She moved the babies to a cardboard container we had made to keep them safe over night.
Watch Mama and her kittens play in this video
Stray cat with her three kittens
The kittens are opening their eyes and moving in a more balanced manner. They are kicking their legs up like roly-polies and kicking their legs in the air to find balance. Mama is content to be indoors, but will rise from her nest to greet her foster family.
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“Fostering is essential to everything rescues attempt to do, and I wish there were more people who would be willing to help. Megan explained to Love Meow that we get so many requests and that fosters are crucial in saving lives.
“A little love and a spare space in a room can make such an impact.”
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Mama is so happy that the kittens are gaining weight and strength thanks to the kindness of a family and many volunteers.
