How to rescue kittens with a feral mom 

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Imagine just laying down and then you just get scooped by a random spatula from nowhere

"We duct taped a spatula to the end of a broomstick" Modern problems require modern solutions

It’s funny because a few months ago I had the exact OPPOSITE problem. There’s this stray momma cat who always comes around where we live and she grew quite fond of us. For a while she had disappeared and she came back PREGNANT and decided to have her kittens there. The mom is really friendly, so much so that she would even try to call her babies to come and see us. But the kittens were not having it. Finally we lured them into a kennel and took them to a place where they could get trained and used to people and hopefully adopted. She had SIX of them and I find that really funny because the mom is an extremely tiny cat lol. We later got her fixed so no more babies. Guess she’s ours now lol.

One day i woke up in the morning to a constant meowing outdoor. I went out to check and saw a cat hiding in a bush on my frontyard. It's no older than 4 months it seems. She seemed lost and was looking for someone, she was cautious but curious when i tried to approach her. My gf suggests that we feed her, i refused at first because i don't want her to get attached to me, since i've never had any cat before. But in the end, i did end up feeding her, she's so happy that i did too.. Fast forward half a year later, and she ended up staying here and gave birth to 2 kittens. I guess im a cat owner now

I just realized she's a calico with three kittens, and each kitten displays one type of coloration. They're like the RGB profile of their mum.

"We wanted to give her privacy, so we set up a camera." -momma knocks out the camera-

“Even if it means she doesn’t want to be in doors or around people.” 7:00 oh I think she’s perfectly content being indoors. She’s just sketched out by you. She knows she’s safe and her kids are safe but she doesn’t know your intentions. This is best showcased by her allowing you to be close, while feeding them. She knew full well that the stress of feeding her children was being alleviated by some other creature, she just can’t begin to rationalize why.

I had a feral cat mom and two kittens. After the kittens left when they were 14 weeks old the mom relaxed A LOT. Like she hid all the time ja hissed at us and didnt want to be touched, but without kittens he turned out to be a snugglebug!

I love how in order to put your arm anywhere near a feral cat you wear a welding glove, which (correctly) implies that a 5 pound cat is as dangerous as molten steel

"So we set up a little camera to monitor them remotely" *Cat messes up camera* *"Your position has been compromised"*

I'm a dog person but it's so cool to see how differently cats are with their young and different ways of displaying affection

A feral mama cat had 3 kittens in a secluded backyard space at my home. It was a junky area behind a gate. A splendid wonderland for the kittens. We left mom with her kittens up to a point where we brought the kittens in to be tamed before spaying. I continued working with the mom giving her wet meal rewards for coming close to me to eat in a quiet place in the yard. Through patience, everyone was spayed, given their shots, and comfortable with our presence. Mama cat has discovered we have cozy laps and seeks us out for cuddling time with lots of petting and chin scratches. The kittens are very tame as well. Emphasis on patience, folks. Early on, I would daily spend some time on a comfortable seat in the junkiest part of our yard just so that everyone was used to my presence. I set up mom with a pleasant layer of towels for a nursing area and the kittens were corralled with sandbags butted up against our shed so they could safely play contentedly or run for cover under the shed when scared. Mom always had dry food on hand with fresh water. I’m glad I took the extra time to tame the mom because she is a wonderful addition to our household. She sleeps outdoors in a warm little bed on the covered porch with one of her grown kittens that we kept. The coastal California weather has been very helpful in our taming endeavors and the cats find it fun to come in and sit with me on the couch for evening TV or reading time when we’re home in the winter months. Getting the cats acclimated to coming indoors has also helped on noisy nights around the 4th of July when we want everyone indoors. I decided to fix up the junky area in the yard where the kittens were born. All the junk has been tossed or relocated. Now there are lots of flowers and a teeny lawn. I have a big umbrella and a cozy chair there to enjoy the view. Mom has decided that chair is a great place for napping and we can find her there on any warm day. 💜

Me: Oh look it's a kitten! Flatbush Cats: *S C O O P T H E M E A T B A L L*

I know it's just human feeling and it's the nature, but I feel so sad when mother cat is released alone without her babies.

awww when the mom is was playing with her kittens that’s the sweetest thing i’ve seen in a while

This made me think of my own cat She is a pregnant stray cat when she came to me I never forget the time when she take care and played with her children She is a wonderful mother, I can tell Until 5 years later when she fell ill with FIP and left me, my heart is broken Sadly, unvaccinated stray cats as young children are often vulnerable I regret this even after 8 years have passed

Mama protecc She attacc But most importantly She scoop her meatballs bacc

I will now refer to all kittens, and maybe puppies, as "little meatballs."

Cats are amazing. Such diversity in appearance from one litter.

Thank you for making life easier for the feral moms after they are spayed.

“She prefers enough privacy as possible.” *Shoves a camera in her face*

I love how her kittens have 3 different colors resembling her

Awe the little orange one has a bobbed tail! Feral mommas are no joke. I just snagged a feral little one an hour ago and now we’re working on momma and one more kitten. The feral colony in my neighborhood is OFF THE HOOK.

The mother was beautiful. I have a soft spot for calicoes and torties, I was asked to take on a calico kitten that wasn’t fully weened and I had her for 20 years. I’ve had other cats that cracked 20 but she was the only one who always saw me as mum. She would often sleep in the crook of my arm and would often paddle me and suck on my clothes. Some one in the U.K. did the same for our two brother kittens with their feral mother. It’s far better to have two kittens, it’s amazing the amount of energy they use up playing with each other. The play is also far more 'rough and tumble' than any human could do with them.

“Scoop those lil meatballs out” THATS THE CUTEST THING EVER SAID

Mom cat: NO PAPARAZZI! **smacks camera down**

I love Flatbush Cats. This man's voice is so honest and soothing.I'm learning alot by listening to this series.

what a good mama cat

"she prefers privacy so we put a camera down to moniter her remotely" *mother cat obliterates any chance they have of watching her remotely*

Shame she can’t be socialized, she’s quite the lovely calico, and seems pretty calm when it’s just her and her kittens

She is 1 of the most beautiful calico cats I have ever seen!!! Such a good mom!!! God Bless Her, I pray she is well!!! Her kittens are so fortunate, & I know she knows that!!!🐱💖

I found moms usually want to be with their babies for at least 12-16 weeks (3-4 months). I try to adopt kittens out in pairs too. I did learn from your video about taming feral kittens, that was great, I was doing it wrong by making physical contact before they were ready. Spent time playing with the 4 feral kittens I have with their feral momma and it went great! They are 10-12 weeks old now. I have 5 others that are about 7 weeks, they and their mom aren’t very feral, tho. Currently I have 37 in my rescue and feed about 10 more outside.

“So we can very carefully scoop the little meatballs out” I’m dying LOL

Saving kittens one meatball at a time. Godspeed.

I got a feral kitty. I took from a pet carrier my cousin held and I went for the least aggressive one which was a Siamese looking cat. It appeared they all had different dads. It was a couple, male and female, that came with his cabin he bought in the woods right off the reservation. This was a gift for my my families’ male cat had a brother that just passed away, the male cat is 17 years old now! So I got him a companion, but we had to surrender him & couldn’t afford a UTI issue he had. He was beautiful and my brother is always a cat’s best friend. He couldn’t afford him when he moved. He’s diabetic, and in America…It’s your insulin or your companion. 😪 this is a great channel. Much necessary info in life I think all people should know!

Your videos continue to inspire! Currently fostering 5 kittens, the mom, and an older senior that was found on the streets. Went from one cat to eight pretty quickly. Appreciate all the helpful information in your videos.

2:01 "She prefers as much privacy as possible, so we set up a camera." Mom cat: "Didn't you hear him? I prefer my privacy. Get outta here with that camera!"

I love how accepting the kittens are. A big ass random thing scooping and pushing you around? Just take it as it comes. They really just couldn’t care less

The kittens are adorable, thank you everyone who helped to save them ,🇦🇺🌻💕

My parents have a cat named Simon who used to spray indoors even after he was fixed. They ran out of options so they decided to let him be an outdoor cat. He’s much happier and more approachable. He sleeps in the garage where he also feeds. You can tell he’s happy because he also brings gifts now. You don’t really choose whether a cat is an indoor cat or not: they do. I think that’s what makes cats unique from other pets. You accommodate their needs, they decide the rules and who they will trust. Cats can’t be forced to do anything

"So we could very carefully scoop the little meatballs out of the carrier" my heart

There are so many people on here who don't seem to know what anthropomorphism is. The mother cat really doesn't care about her kittens once they're gone. And they don't care for her once she's gone. Stop thinking cats and humans function the same way. They don't have a problem with it. You do.

That was such a well-done video! The music set the mood for each scene. We really got to know the feral mama cat and her kittens. And she was fixed and set free and her kittens got safe happy homes.😊

she's a good watchful mother, and you guys the Saviors of little lost lives....God Bless you with the most wonderful Karma.....

“She prefers as much privacy as possible” **Smack Smack Smack Smack**

Mama kitty has the prettiest coat. Edit: I started a war in my reply section somehow.

I fostered 8 kittens + their feral mom early this year. It was very exhausting. I can't imagine how much work do I have to do without the mom. I was also working full time. Lucky I was working from home.

Last time i helped a feral female cat,i released her when she is healthy again and on all four,but when i woke up the next morning,she was there,on my bed next to me,she simply decide to be a housecat,buried her last year

“We duct taped a spatula on the end of a broom handle” Just tellin it like it is

S O W E C A N S C O O P T H I S L I T T L E M E A T B A L L

Thanks for all you do, guys. Not only have you trained countless people valuable skills to help these poor little kitties but you've also motivated so many to take part in the whole process all together. Whether it just helping out at a shelter for a day or two, trapping, domesticating and raising them or anything in between. You've made such a huge difference and it's such a relief to see that people like you exist and are actively changing the world for the greater good for humans and animals alike. Bless y'all.

It's sad but beautiful in a way that Mama cat doesn't know what a favor you have done for her kittens and for her. 😢❤

“scoop the little meatballs” that’s how i’m describing kittens from now on!

I couldn't foster kittens. I'd end up keeping them all.

I foster feral kittens like this. Love it. It is like I have endless kittens.

Thank you and God bless you for rescuing, caring for, neutering, vaccinating, and everything else you do in saving these precious creatures of God! I pray for more compassionate people to do the same. These beautiful animals need human help at times.

“scoop the little meatballs” was my favorite line

*Harley and Phoenix finally able to eat “wet food?”* Jasper: “YOOO! Check out this box!”

What you did for mama and kitties was angelic. Who knows what their fate would have been had you left them outside alone. They all got the best care possible and love and attention as well, along w security for the present and future (by getting them spayed/neutered and vaccinated). I have no words to express the gratitude and happiness I felt watching this. All that come to mind is "thank you", such wonderful and thoughtful folks. We need more ppl like you, ppl that do the right thing JUST BECAUSE it's the right thing and for no other reason. Rare in this world.

Doing amazing work. All are so friendly & sociable!

It’s almost like she knows the concept of privacy. Incredible how she smacked the camera away at night 🐈

Cat: I was abducted by aliens, held hostage, operated on, and they stole my babies! You have to believe me!

From a person who volunteers there time in way they cud to try in help cats,and as a cat lover... Ur videos r just so amazing to watch... From the bottom of my heart ( I mean it!!!) thank u!!! And thank u for everything that you do...

Can't tell you how comforting it is to see such kindness toward the feral cats. Thank you so much!

Cat version *HOW TO GET CUSTODY OF THE KIDS FROM KAREN*

Human: So where is your dad? Kitten : He told us that he was going to get some catfood, but he never came back.

AMAZING everything: shooting, editing, storytelling, approaching and handling cats, excellent space for them in your home, all the “tools” for them…etc etc BRAVO !!

I've done it and let Mom decide to be friendly. Ten years later the smartest and best house cat I've ever had. Heaven help a mouse that gets into this house

For anyone worried.. basic cats like this feral cat do not have the same attachment as other felines do.. once the kitten is fully grown the feral cat can leave them and go off on her own.. and they can fend for them self.. so.. separating them wont hurt either of them

2:04 "we set up a camera so we can watch them remotely" Cat: I don't want to be on RU-vid! **slaps the camera**

We adopted a feral Mama and her 4 kittens. She chose our house about 15 months ago. All 5 are now spayed or neutered, vaccinated, etc. One of our other 5 rescued cats really enjoyed watching this video. ❤

Mom cat loved her kittens but she wanted her themselves. The kittens went from pre-feral to domesticated. They did that is best: love, happiness, a new home for the owners and the other cats to be around. Those kittens are precious and angels 😇 to anyone who wants a kitten from a feral mama cat. Great job with mom and her happy kittens. They are blessed with love.

"scoop out the little meatballs..." Love it! And that little orange kitty with the stubby tail... OMG!

"We set up this camera to keep an eye on them" *paf paf paf ker-CLUNK* You may not like it, but this is what peak cat looks like xD

help Im bawling my eyes out over the kittens playing with their mom

Y’all do incredible work! Blessings and Peace ❤️✝️

Momma knocking down the camera "You perve stop filming me and my children"!

i love that y’all understand that feral cats are just like normal cats except that they dont like people. they still play around and relax just like any other cat

Another great job guys, thanks! Sad to see the mom was feral, she was a beautiful cat. I've been working with some ferals myself, its rewarding to see what little progress you can make with them, some more then others. Keep up the awesome work!

Nice job guys, thanx for helping our friends out.❤

It's crazy how different cats can be. One day a feral cat approached my grandpa and kept meowing at him while he was doing yardwork until he followed her behind the garage. What happened was she had given birth to a litter of 4 kitten in barrel, but it was raining and said barrel was slowly filling with water and the mama cat was smart enough to know she needed help with the kitties. They were all taken in and given this kind of treatment, but the mama cat absolutely loves my grandpa because I guess she knows what happened and was grateful her kitties are safe. She's super affectionate with everybody now, years after and hates being outside now.

Without the broom stick this all would be impossible thank you broom stick

This is just brilliant strategy and technics. I guess years of experience with saving these poor cats make you a rescue-rehab specialist of stray, street cats. Keep it going man More power, health and energy to you!

I love watching your channel. Thank you and the others for caring.💕Cats and kittens have brought me so much comfort and joy just watching them during these stressful times due to medical issues. This is a goal i didn't realize that i wanted to do. When i'm able, i want to help rescue, foster and adopt soon.❤🙏

Those kittens didn't even know what to think when you scooped them lol

It's kinda sad looking at the mom just leaves like that

Thank you for all you do for cats in need. ❤😊❤😊

You did a great job and brought much love to the world.

I never really realised how dangerous feral cats are, because I’ve always been around tamed cats. until my cat was having a nightmare, and my mum tried to wake her up and she was freaked out and bit her hand, her tooth went so deep it touched her bone and she had to get a shot. When cats are freaked out they can hurt you. Especially if they bite hard.

the way you just gently rolled them out of the cage with a spatula and called them a meatball is so funny omg

There was a feral cat that always wandered around our house and one day we saw kittens with her. We planned on getting them all into a crate so that we could bring them to an animal shelter. When it came time to do so we found the kittens one by one but couldn’t find the mother and later on found out by a tweet that near our street a cat that was recently pregnant was hit by a car.

I am going through the exact same thing right now. There are 5 kittens. Mom was spaded yesterday. Kittens are eating on there own. Mom will soon be let go. I have seen her have 10 litters. Took me 5 years to catch her. One of her kittens from a few years ago has now been living with us for 2 years. He is a wonderful kitty.

2:41 Mom: 😾 *"BEAT IT!"* Kitten: 💞 *"Hi"* 💕

Guy: they make the most magical moments. Cats: *does quadruple front flip*

You did great helping them. I feel sad for the cat mom, she just put back out without her kittens.

Thank you guys for just an amazing job you do with these poor little animals. 😊🎉❤🎉😊

I love how the footage when the cats are alone is just the kittens annoying the mom

I rescued a feral mama, abused by our neighbors severely (they would kick her and throw things at her). She was like this...no, much worse. It has taken 2 years for her to trust us and stop randomly attacking us. Now she only gets spooked by weird gestures or noises, and will swat. Animals can experience fear and trauma too, and you just have to be patient with them. Give them the space and time they need, show them you are safe.

Oh Gosh... I've binged on your videos. I just love what you do for Cats. Beautiful stories and music. I am a cat mommy myself but want to do more. I will look into volunteering in my area ❤