The Story Behind Gerda The Cheetah

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This is the story about Gerda the Cheetah, who is part of the Messi The Puma family.
The Alexander and Maria Dmitriev wanted to adopt a Cheetah, but this was not easy, they searched all over Russia, but could not find one, after awhile, anyone who was connected with big cats knew about the couples search for one.
Just when they ready to give up looking, the Sochi Zoo in Russia, approached the couple, looking to sell a healthy 7 year old female cheetah, which they could no longer afford to keep, but the price tag was above all expectations.
For 2 weeks they tormented over the decision, until Alexsandr decided to fly to the zoo to see the cheetah in person to help decide.
She turned out to be a very affectionate big cat, she allowed Aleksandr to do an examination of her, and during that time she purred and licked his hands, and he fell in love instantly.
After seeing her in person, that was it, from that moment on it was all about how can they raise the money.
The couple put up part of their property for sale and borrowed some money from a friend, but finally they had enough.
Soon after, Gerda arrived at her new home, and the cat immediately felt at home and the couple felt the same.
Gerda may have a fierce appearance of a wild animal, but just like Messi, is loved and has become part of the family.
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@WonderWorldYTC 2 года назад

This story took awhile to put together and edit, but I am really happy how it came out. what do you think?

@ShitStainedBallSack 2 года назад

When you raise a baby it loves you forever

@BlunderDownUnder 2 года назад

Love it, have been following both their channels for a while, but I didn't know the story of how they got Gerda, as most of their content (apart from some limited subtitles) is in Russian. Thanks for the effort putting this together 👍

@2manybooks2littletime25 2 года назад

This couple ooze love for each other and for Messi and Gerda! I've followed them since they started their channel, I Am Puma. Only in Russia could this living arrangement come to be! Two big cats of the wild have adjusted - and enjoyed - living with their pawrents and each other. Those big cats are so precious AND they obey Sasha and Masha!! Housecats don't even obey their pawrents!!! 😄❤

@Finnec123 2 года назад

Enjoyed it very much! Good job, and thanks!

@nitrobreed 2 года назад

Very good video Good to see the cats meeting went well would not want to try break up a fight

@irisb7205 2 года назад

Gerda is constantly purring. A sign of contentment, trust , joy and security. She is finally in a place she can call home .🐆

@amaraarcana7243 2 года назад

Cats also purr while afraid extremely stressed or when sick. So purrs do not always indicate happiness.

@amaraarcana7243 2 года назад

From one cage to another. This is SAD.

@irisb7205 2 года назад

@@amaraarcana7243 they were extremely in poor health and to be euthanized till this lovely couple rescued them. I guess you are one who favors killing them, aren't you? Messi is not native to Russia, and his condition cannot warrant his being exported to foreign zoos. He cannot survive in Siberia either or any Russian forrest as he was born in the zoo, he has no survival skills , he is a foreigner . It will be a death sentence if both of them are released into the wild. The zoos that gave them up were underfunded to continue their medical treatments. Are you going to campaign now to murder them ? I would rather live with them than be around a human like you.

@ChrisAndCats 2 года назад

@@amaraarcana7243 they do, but in Gerdas case, looking at her body language, she's a happy cat. She's learning commands and a lead, but stuff like that can't be rushed, they learn at their own pace especially at 7 or 8 years old. They also have to have control over her before venturing out of the immediate area on walks like Messi - that said they did try, but Gerda wasn't keen at all, so it's a case of going at the cats pace. She does have time out of the enclosure, to play freely and at some point will go further afield, so it's the best that can happen as animals such as Gerda can't be released, they wouldn't survive in the wild. She has a loving home with enrichment and comfort so for an animal born in captivity, it's a good place for her.

@lexburen5932 2 года назад

@@amaraarcana7243 then you also have to look at the body language of the animal wich obviously showed contentment affection joy and no fear at all. showing the belly while laying in the grass also shows a lot of thrust

@teahmartinsaw2182 2 года назад

Gerda is such a mommy's girl and Messi is a daddy's boy. It's perfect. Both large cats are very much loved and adored.

@anastasia_31 Год назад

You're absolutely right

@richardmcree6992 Год назад

If Messi is a boy, why did he pee like a female??

@pamelavetrano2811 Год назад

Oh yes for sure. These two are very much loved ❤❤

@katedragoo5906 Год назад

@@pamelavetrano2811 pm

@WhiteWolfFree Год назад

Именно, кошки, только большие ))))

@heatherwarner865 2 года назад

I have followed the story with Messi since the beginning. No one in the world but Sasha could sleep with a Puma and wake up to morning kisses and snuggles. Their bond as well as Masha's relationship with Gerda is incredible.

@thetransformatorium7980 Год назад

People like Alexander and Maria give me hope for humanity. I feel honored to share a planet with them, and of course I love Messi and Gerda.

@thetransformatorium7980 Год назад

@@dm285 Totally! Luna is absolutely beautiful! With all the ugly stuff happening in the world, it's nice to see people who are loving and kind to our fellow creatures. Cheers! :)

@tanastoiberg7981 5 месяцев назад

I agree. They are wonderful human beings. ❤️

@ChrisAndCats 2 года назад

I'm really glad Ichel was able to experience care for the first time, even if she was struggling to accept it after a lifetime in the circus. What especially impressed me was how they tried to adapt their ways to help her, such as realising why she lashed out - she was almost blind and couldn't see until things were close which startled her. Sasha realised that and they started wearing brightly coloured overalls so she could see them sooner. This type of thing shows their attention to detail in the care of their cats.

@toyotanerd2269 2 года назад

It's a shame she didn't make it long enough to integrate more

@tee5210 2 года назад

Yes and you could see Ichel becoming more comfortable with them as time went on. Poor baby rip Ichel. God then sent them Gerda ♥️

@The_Kiosk 2 года назад

They're really amazing people.

@1jazzyphae Год назад

They are the only couple I'm ok with owning wold animals. They take the time to research and understand animal behavior so everyone is happy and safe

@ChrisAndCats Год назад

@@1jazzyphae the other I agree with is Viktoria, with Luna the panther. Sge saved her life when rejected as a cub and they also treat her in the same way as here. She runs and plays in the forest in Siberia with her rottweiler friend Venza.

@neilhamill318 2 года назад

The couple don't own Messi and Gerda for selfish reasons. They own them to give them a better life and most definitely have succeeded in doing just that.

@donnamealy4877 2 года назад

Even more Sasha is a big proponent for responsibility and pet ownership with “wild” animals. These cats are loved, cared for and appreciated by supporters from all over the world.

@sylviebird9490 2 года назад

We Do Not own other animals.

@neilhamill318 2 года назад

@@sylviebird9490 What do you have to do with this video.?

@inspiregaia 2 года назад

@@neilhamill318 I think she means like humans don’t own animals but she is very dumb because she is ignoring the fact these kind people took these sick cats under their wings and took care of them and she is focusing on stupid things instead rather than the important thing

@neilhamill318 2 года назад

@@inspiregaia Well said and I agree. By her saying other animals had me thinking otherwise.

@terrilynkoetting3066 Год назад

What the couple has achieved with the addition of the cats and their adjustments to each other is proof of their loving nature and kind hearts. Truly a wonderful family.

@RaymondBCrisp 2 года назад

Messi and Gerda are two of the luckiest big cats on the planet. And we are all lucky to get to see their interaction with each other, Masha and Sasha, and their environment. If you've ever watched the Gerda channel, you'll know Gerda purrs more than probably any other cat in existence. Can there be any greater indication that she is a VERY happy cat?

@millomweb 2 года назад

Purring - it's what pet cheetahs do - see Dolph C Volger channel (or is it vogler !)

@sergeantmasson3669 2 года назад

Obviously, both cats are highly loved and very well cared for.

@SerialChiller1000 2 года назад

Yeah Gerda purrs so much, that it just seems like her natural noise(?)

@user-mv8it3to5l 2 года назад

Subscribed to the "I am puma" channel from the first video, I remember the first stream. A very cool and kind channel. Messi is a very sweet cat. Gerda as car ferari is fast, drifts and murchies. 😻😻😻 Подписана на канал Месси с первого видео, помню первый стрим. Очень классный и добрый канал. Месси очень сладкий кот. Герда как ферари быстра, дрифтит и мурчии.

@vantuyenninh2192 2 года назад

Luna the panthera too

@fernandotorres570 2 года назад

It's amazing how Messi, despite being an originally wild feline, is so affectionate and behaves like any other cat. Only those who have cats know that all this affection is only achieved with a treatment full of affection. Congratulations! 🥰🇧🇷

@fifthbusiness1678 Год назад

Agreed. But, with respect, these two big cats seem far more affectionate than the cats I’ve had or have met!

@alasskaluna2446 5 месяцев назад

@fifthbusiness1678 cats are often incredibly affectionate animals. They are a mixture with some being more self-contained and standoffish while others absolutely fawn over you. Amazing animals. If you’ve never met or owned an affectionate cat then you must not have owned or met very many. They’re not that hard to find. Hopefully your luck will change in future lol 😺

@gerharddeusser9103 2 года назад

Soo nice to mention Ichel first.. She is not forgotten.. ♥️🏡♥️

@nothingisfree3534 2 года назад

Right, what happened to Ichel was really sad. She is not forgotten.

@GoblinsAreAGirlsBestFriend Год назад

I ran into their videos and I'm so glad I read them wrong. I thought they were collectors, but now I see they are rescuers with the best intentions. That's beautiful. I'm glad these cats are loved and safe.

@beece2413 Год назад

I agree. "Loved and safe". !!!!!!

@jeffk1482 8 месяцев назад

Yeah, they’re the best of people!

@sarahaltizer2285 5 месяцев назад

Nah…just cuz they’re sweet people (in this short RU-vid video) doesn’t mean they aren’t collectors. They didn’t look for what animal needed help, they sought out a cheetah specifically and paid an insane amount, when it should be on a proper reserve where it can hunt and roam and spray all it wants-and in its OWN HABITAT. Not in fucking Russia 🙄 If you can’t see how that’s selfish and self serving, you’re part of the problem. I’m sure they’re nice ppl…still selfish tho.

@KrisD007 2 года назад

I didn’t realize the first cheetah died so soon. I’m glad she was loved in her final days.

@daskapital3532 2 года назад

First cheetah was bullied by other cheetahs in circus ( probably animals knew that she was sick before doctors know). I ve seen it among cats, when somehow they know which cat gonna die. So Dmitrievs were given Ichel, because she could not stay in circus anymore. Yes, she was very loved during her last months of life.

@kineahora8736 2 года назад

Poor ichel was I think mistreated in the circus-she was super defensive hissing all the time. Sasha and Masha calmed her down a bit, but then she was very sick… Cheetahs generally have a more affectionate manner than other large cats (they are not “big cats”), and particularly the females, but I think even among cheetahs, Gerda seems unusually sweet. But it helps that Sasha and Masha truly love their cats and are very nice people… and the animals sense this right away.

@giovanna8187 2 года назад

@@kineahora8736 Yes. They always bring such wonderful energy around their cats. Such positive people.

@meera6702 2 года назад

She was really loved. Sasha Masha even got specialists from Moscow to examine Ichel. Her initial diagnosis was wrong (she lost her eyesight and they wanted to get her operated for cataracts) and only later they learned she had cancer. They made her comfortable and were with her. Sasha Masha are incredible couple.

@AKVAEL 2 года назад

She had lung cancer

@nahshonimmanuel1704 2 года назад

Cheetahs especially female ones can be the tamest of the big cats Gerda is a real sweetheart

@fr-tigerfangs7039 2 года назад

Gerda not only purs, but she also rolls on the ground, presenting her soft, very vulnerable belly to the world. If these are not signs of total trust in her masters, then nothing is!

@freeanimals594 Год назад

Yeah, but she didn't like those bubbles!

@fr-tigerfangs7039 Год назад

@Harry Potter's Beard So how do you suggest we call them then?

@karmacanquints4222 Год назад

Parents not masters 😁

@fr-tigerfangs7039 Год назад

@KarMa CañQuints Parents? Nah, that's for kids. With cats, we are their servants, feeders, cleaners, play-friends, and stuff. Yeah, servants is probably the best word for us! ❤️😼

@gogereaver349 Год назад

one is not a master of any cat. we serve them.

@CaptainBamboo Год назад

props to the couple for doing the world a valuable service, not only saving the lives of these animals but spreading and sharing the positive energy they carry around the world

@elenamorozova1920 2 года назад

Очень приятно, что о Месси и Герде знают уже не только в России, но и далеко за ее пределами. Спасибо огромное Саше и Маше за заботу и бесконечную любовь к своим любимцам. Всем здоровья и удачи в благих делах!

@catherineeckstein2705 2 года назад

Well said👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️❤️❤️

@elenamorozova1920 2 года назад

@@catherineeckstein2705 спасибо за оценку

@xand5090 2 года назад

Sasha and Masha are heroes for giving the two kitties another chance at life!

@catherineeckstein2705 2 года назад

@@elenamorozova1920 my pleasure ❤️

@billjones3071 Год назад

This guy has a natural gift for loving cats, I hope people don’t think they could raise wild animals like this, this is a very unique couple

@Gaius__ Год назад

There is a long documentary about Messi on another channel, it's nearly an hour. During that interview Sasha repeatedly mentions that he has learned about big cats for years, in preparation to having some in the house. He pointed out several times that people should not try that without expert knowledge, or they would end up dead. Even with calm cats like these two, one mistake can get you in huge trouble. That's why it is so nice to have channels like _I am Puma, I am Cheetah,_ and _Luna the Pantera_ ... we can enjoy admiring those cats from a distance while letting their expert guardians interact with them ... although I would really love to one day be able to touch a magnificent animal like these. But that will remain a dream, I guess.

@blaze_ihyli8619 Год назад

Yes, and remember - touching such animal is your dream ;) not that animal’s dream

@kombasanpracka 2 года назад

Cat´s purring is the most soothing sound :)

@WonderWorldYTC 2 года назад

That's why I left such a long segment of video at the end, was so enjoyable to listen to.

@joek2430 2 года назад

dog agrees!

@zeusmasterson4117 2 года назад

If you’ve ever wondered, cats can relax and contract the muscles of their throat, and that creates the vibration you hear when they purr.

@michaelrussell3890 2 года назад

Fun fact: Cheetahs are the only big cat that are capable of purring. Lions, Tigers, Leopards, etc can't do it

@whalesong999 2 года назад

For a person in emotional pain, that sound and the interaction of cats is most endearing, helpful, and healing. I've inherited by the grace of god over a dozen abandoned cats in my m.h. park for nearly 20 years and it is perhaps the most positive thing I've encountered that I can give care since my retirement.

@maryturner7633 9 месяцев назад

I am truely in awe of both of you Sasha and Masha what wonderful caring loving people you are I have so much respect for you you have given those beautiful stunning furry babies the life that they deserve I adore Messi and Gerda I would simply love to meet you all but I know its impossible however at least I can watch your incredible journey together god bless all of you with long healthy happy lives together please give Messi and Gerda a hug and a kiss from Mary in the UK ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

@NewYawkahBroad Год назад

They worked so hard with Itchel (and her beautiful lashes). I miss Masha calling her 'Eeechee" What an absolute heartbreak. It took someone as wonderful as Gerda to fill that gap. I wish Messi would lighten up with Gerda. She's such a wonderful girl.

@mako9673 2 года назад

My unerstanding is that these two cat species are largely solitatary and highly territorial. Getting them to live together is impressive.

@resourcedragon 2 года назад

Most of the time they have a fence (such as the outer part of Gerda's enclosure) or glass between Messi and Gerda. I think it's an excellent compromise. Both cats can interact and feel safe without any loss of face. So while they can't be left unsupervised like a pair of domestic cats, I think each does gain enrichment from the other.

@ryosworkshop500 2 года назад

Female cheetahs are solitary but males are not though

@cirnosnumberfan6449 2 года назад

@@ryosworkshop500 Males Cheetahs can also be solitary too, it kind of depends on how they'll grow up.

@TheCompleteMental 2 года назад

Cheetahs are probably the most docile big cats from what I know. Naturally anxious I think

@royalspin Год назад

A lot of cats including domestics are naturally stoic and solitary but obviously they can adapt to new situations . I have seven rescue cats and each has their own territorial boundaries, their own agendas and definitely their own personalities and all of them think they own me LoL 😂 Getting them to take turns getting their affection and cooperate and live together peacefully can be a challenge at times but we manage . One of the most important things is that they have enough space between themselves and that I give them attention as equal as possible , otherwise jealousy fueds can erupt . Whenever I watch a video like this or any other video regarding wildcats I always recognize the exact same behaviors I see every day with my own little pride of felines and it's really interesting to see.

@Sunny-ye9sd 2 года назад

This couple makes me so happy. I’m not usually supportive of wild animals in captivity, but how they take care of and love these big cats is just beautiful and amazing. What a life- for the cats and the humans! So much love. Thank you for sharing your love and experience with these beautiful cats with us💕

@senjahawks857 3 месяца назад

That's so sad. They are the best people to have these cats. They have put a lot of training in them. They have a better life than most people. Good job!!😊

@smellyolegoat150 Год назад

I love watching both Gerda and Messi’s channels on RU-vid. The love and care they are shown, and the love they obviously return is beautiful to watch.

@marietheresa7866 2 месяца назад

Me too.

@user-ye9ph5iq5z 2 года назад

These are such good & caring people. I watch their videos all the time and it always reminds me that most people on the planet just want to live their lives and be happy, no matter what country they are from. It’s the supposed leadership of our countries that don’t seem to understand that and ruin it for us. Much love to messi, gerda and their parents.

@yianpap6093 7 месяцев назад

"no matter what country they are from", oh, did you really need tha part? To acknowledge the anti-Russian brain-washing Americans do? I mean, it's sad what is happening.

@nidheeshk4691 2 года назад

Past 18 months i am watching all videos of messi and gerda ❤❤❤❤

@RobbertsTravelGuides 5 месяцев назад

Alexander and Maria are the most humble people on earth, and not just gave Messi a healthy life, but also Gerda!

@mandyrobinson8353 3 месяца назад

Fantastic to see how far these 2 beautiful Cats have come along

@mikemckenzie3175 2 года назад

Gerda is amazingly happy now that she lives with the couple. They allow her out of the enclosure all the time and she’s happiest when she’s rolling around the grass. Messi and Gerda are very lucky as they were given almost no chance to live a harm free life

@user-mv8it3to5l 2 года назад

@Giant_kingfisher 2 года назад

Gerda was purchased from an accredited zoo for personal greed. She had lived all her life "harm free" in a zoo. She was well treated at the zoo. That is why she is a very healthy animal and is not a rescue. Messi is a true rescue with serious health problems. He was ill-treated at the zoo/petting zoo, and suffered fractures as well as nutritional deficiency. That's why his legs are shorter, spine is crooked, and is 1/3 smaller than normal pumas. He would have died if he was not rescued. He still currently suffers from kidney failure, in addition to the above health problems. Messi is a TRUE rescue that is now living a "harm free" life. Messi is a rescue, while Gerda's is a pet cheetah purchased for personal gains (as admitted by Sasha in their livestream).

@SEJ3333 2 года назад

@@Giant_kingfisher I agree! But I would clarify that the personal gain was on the zoo's side. They were closing so were no longer going to keep Gerda and sold her for an exorbitant amount. Lots of money that Sasha had to scramble for!

@garfield2439 2 года назад

@@Giant_kingfisher the zoo could no longer afford to are for her so I'd say they did rescue her

@deea3859 2 года назад

@@Giant_kingfisher I watch all their streams and Sasha never said it was for personal gain, why are you saying things he never said? It might be for personal reason, they said Sasha always loved cheetahs but maybe also mention that while Gerda lived a healthy life, the zoo was selling her because they were closing or selling animals they could not afford keeping anymore during the pandemic. As long as in their country is legal for them to have them and they are treated very well I don't see a problem. These are not animals that were ever to be set free, Messi was very sick and Gerda lived her whole life in a zoo, now she even goes for walk and gets a lot of attention just for herself. You make it sound like they got her just for money and you are spreading misinformation, maybe tell us where he said that they got her for personal gain, because that is not true.

@Spidouz 2 года назад

Gerda’s purr is always something amazing and relaxing to hear.

@greenroad4834 2 года назад

What a heartening story! The world seems so cruel at times. I just love to watch this wonderful couple so unselfishly caring for these cats.

@johndouglass3691 2 года назад

Gerda is so stunningly beautiful. Such a wonderful cheetah. I would have never believed these big cats could be so affectionate and loving until I saw Messi and Gerda. Wonderful pets.

@letsgobrandon7750 2 года назад

Messi and Gerda are loved, and their hoomans are lucky to have them

@deanronson6331 2 года назад

All cats seem to like a bald head as a licking object.

@nagratna793 Год назад

Since my childhood I always fascinated to pet a cheetah..they looks so adorable and beautiful...

@stephensharma5275 Год назад

Yeah good luck getting your hand chomped up. Gerda is a carnivore she’s licking her owners only to eat them. They’re animals, dangerous and deadly

@Taufik411 Год назад

WHY??? these are animals of nature and not to be pets you sicko !!!

@stephensharma5275 Год назад

@@Taufik411 still man she’s not some easily domesticable animal because she is a big cat. Big cats are wild

@user-cl6qs1vn6h 3 месяца назад

Obama is you?

@pcarts232 8 месяцев назад

Awww 🥰 I love the way Gerda only needed TWO steps to catch Messi 😂what absolutely amazing creatures, they’re majestic 😊

@souzeenergo1669 2 года назад

Ура семье Дмитриевых! Замечательные коты и люди!

@joebloggs7828 2 года назад

This couple are amazing. I think it's wonderful that they can take care of these animals and give them a new lease on life. Thanks for sharing this one Wizbasky.

@WonderWorldYTC 2 года назад

sure no problem, but I would prefer you say Wonder World instead of Wizbasky, hardly anyone here knows me as Wizbasky. it's probably confusing to those who read your comment and don't understand who you are talking too. That being said i still use Wizbasky as my gaming name :)

@felixcat9318 2 года назад

How utterly beautiful that these two magnificent cats are together in this loving family! Whilst the Puma was clearly happy, having another big cat enhances the lives of both of them, because its very important for animals to have companions in addition to their human family. Watching the man at his first meeting with the cat at the zoo was very special indeed. Thank you for covering both of these wonderful cats and their beloved humans.

@Amphetamii Год назад

I don't think the haters realize how many of these beautiful animals are no longer given the option to live out their lives in the situation they are in, this is amazing

@PECOSO0 2 года назад

I have been following this couple for a few years now. They are all amazing

@FartCakes 2 года назад

The cheetah and the puma are not dating. They aren't a couple.

@earrapestudios9066 2 года назад

okay, stalker

@elizabethjaneda2456 2 года назад

Thank You so much for taking me on this trip about the acquisition of Gerda. I knew they had another Cheeta before Gerda but never knew what had happened to the first one other than she’d passed away.This was a beautiful story and you put it out wonderfully.Well done Wonder World.

@WonderWorldYTC 2 года назад

I am glad you found it informative :)

@Arabella__ 5 месяцев назад

it was Ichel the cheetah. She performed in a circus in a group of 10 cheetahs. When Ichel grew old, no one needed her and Sasha took her to his place to rest. But Ichel lived for 4 months and died at the age of 12 from illness.😢

@linda6987 Год назад

An Indian legend says: “When a human dies, there is a bridge they must cross to enter into heaven. At the head of the bridge waits every animal that the human encountered during their lifetime. The animals based on what they know of this person, decide which humans may cross the bridge... and which are turned away”. That would be karma at it’s finest. Thank you for the rescues! 🐾❤️🐾

@angelinanobile6212 Год назад

This couple is so amazingly loving to these beautiful cats……it makes me cry. If only the world of humans could be that loving to other animals and other humans, what a wonderful world it could be. These two people are so unselfish and merciful to these big beautiful cats. These cats know they are loved without conditions and beyond this physical world.

@chrisbennett6260 Год назад

its easy to be that way with cats nothing extraordinary about how about adopt an african baby or child in russia ,their would be a whole lot of resistance then so their nothing impressive about it

@TheCossack Год назад

@@chrisbennett6260 I already have 4 adopted African children and 3 from south America where are yours? If you have 0 you're an awful person

@chrisbennett6260 Год назад

@@TheCossack i have were are yours and were the film showing this so called proud lwelcoming affectionate love that your showing to the african animals

@injusticevideos9459 2 года назад

this kind of interaction is truly amazing. 2 big cats from 2 different species meeting and becoming family is only possible with the love and care shown to them by this couple. Remarkable.

@afterglow6143 2 года назад

Gerda is just beyond graceful, almost seems to float as she jumps up on the porch. Beautiful cats, both of them.

@michelchapman8313 8 месяцев назад

Just absolutely melted my heart

@nedthumberland 2 года назад

Thank you for telling the story. Thanks to the couple who loved and cared for Ichel, giving her a chance to pass on in peace.

@VS9050909 2 года назад

Two of the best big cat adoption parents ever 🤴🏻👸🏻🥰

@sandrapicciotto2508 2 года назад

I've have never seen such a beautiful video. This couple can teach us how loving animals are. God bless them

@arunstudd 2 года назад

The couple is lovely too. That shows how good people can be

@Savannah_Simpson 2 года назад

This couple can teach us how stupid humans can be. They treat wild animals like pets instead of putting them in zoos or nature preserves where the belong it’s fucking disgusting and they are going to get their faces eaten one of these days. These are wild animals not pets and it is unbelievably arrogant and stupid to treat them that way.

@LifeOdysseyMotivation 2 года назад

@@Savannah_Simpson You are just jealous!

@SamuraiGozyasi 2 года назад

@@Savannah_Simpson absolutely i agree with you

@xxvavyguy4457 2 года назад

@@LifeOdysseyMotivation You are sooo right.

@realkangaroocafevietnam 2 месяца назад

I think this couple are extraordinary. They're absolutely devoted to their cats & provide the rest of us a window I consider very fortunate to have.

@StellaArtnoir 2 года назад

"so the couple decided to try again" - not an expression I thought I'd hear.😅 Hearing the story of Messi & seeing his amazing life with this wonderful couple (& the special relationship he has with his human dad) has been so heartwarming! ❤️ Bless them for taking on another & providing that awesome setup!

@Erintii 2 года назад

I knew Messi story before and it was amazing to learn how they managed to take care of wild animal. This is rare situation when keeping big cat is good for an animal. Alexander developed amazing bond with his big cats and both Messi and Gerda are taken good take of. Watching them both playing in a yard was amazing.

@Italian_girl89 2 года назад

I love this family so much. Amazing and sweet people and Messi and Gerda are so adorable 🥰

@noel12655 2 года назад

Вот так выглядит СЧАСТЬЕ!!!!!! Слезы радости за счастливых и любимых животных в три ручья 🥲🥲🥲🥲 Саша и Машенька - вы самые лучшие родители на свете!!! 💘💘💘 Девочку Ичельку помним😢

@waterbird91 2 года назад

Zoos should never euthanize an animal. NEVER. It's appalling that the zoo was going to euthanize Messi. A sickly animal should be rehabilitated. They deserve that much. Glad Sasha & Masha bought him and took care of him. He lucky he found caring people who took the time to rehabilitate him and give him everything he needs. Animals lives matter. Every one of them matters. Messi & Gerda are happy, safe and very much loved.

@liukang3545 9 месяцев назад

HA HA

@princesshuahua 2 года назад

I actually never realized how small Messi was until Gerda came. I could totally understand why they decided to take him home. He will never survived in the wild. I'm so happy watching these two happy with Shasha and Masha. RIP Ichel. I'm glad she finally felt love too...

@chrisbennett6260 Год назад

they shouldnt have been in a european zoo in the first place

@ChildOfCosmos Год назад

He's propably that small because he was abandoned by his mother and didn't receive proper nourishment for a while. You're right, he could never survive in the wild. People need to understand that sometimes, some animals will sadly never be able to live their natural lives, so giving them a loving home is the best we can do.

@davidglynn9670 Год назад

The love you have for these animals speaks volumes of the people you are .respect to you both.

@cyncin7247 Год назад

Such a lovely family... Messi, Gerda and Ischel. Thank you, Sasha and Masha, for sharing with the sorld. God bless you all! Love from USA

@quietusplus1221 2 года назад

That purring must be so loud, considering how loud a relatively small cat's can be.

@WonderWorldYTC 2 года назад

and I had the volume down about 50% at the end of the video, so yes it must be loud in person.

@hydrosapien5947 2 года назад

Big cats do not purr. They roar. Pumas and cheetah are cats, not Panthera.

@acescafe7713 2 года назад

I can't believe it this couple has too amazing wild life big cats. Messi and Gerda . They're both so loving and affectionate I've never seen anything like messi he is so tiny and so playful . Messi didn't wanna meet or play with Gerda at all in the beginning. but look how they both turned out the both them are now running around and playing with each other. These animals have so much love and affection for humans , so eventually if you keep introducing them to each other and give them time, eventually those too big cats will eventually learn to love each other too. just like they both love their too human parents. A PUMA and a cheetah living together in the same space and in the what a wonderful family.

@user-pb6fs3rz5f Год назад

Я горжусь вами,земляки! Прославится добрым сердцем дорогого стоит!😘🤗

@SEP392 Год назад

You Guys are an Amazing Couple with Wonderful Cats, God Bless You both !

@kimlindsey5178 2 года назад

I follow Messi’s & Gerda’s channels. If there is a perfect environment for two “domesticated” (accustomed to human interaction) big cats, they have it with Masha & Sasha.

@xxvavyguy4457 2 года назад

You and me both, Kim. I stumbled on Messis' channel on here and I as hooked at 1st sight. Then of course there's Gerda. The love and care that Masha and Alexander have and show them is a heartwarming sight to behold.

@BrokenCurtain 2 года назад

In order to be domesticated, those cat species would have to be subjected to multiple generations of breeding, in order to consolidate desirable traits (such as being comfortable around humans) and diminish undesirable traits (like the spraying of urine to mark their territory). Domestication isn't something that happens to individuals. If you want to say that Messi and Gerda have grown accustomed to humans, it would be more precise to use the term "socialized".

@FYAHWEHL 2 года назад

@@BrokenCurtain No, the proper word is that they have a “bond” with each other. They have equal love and respect for each other.

@candyphillips2642 2 года назад

I follow both too & I love them all. Only special people with a feel & love for animals & cats can be successful at something like this. You have to have a true heart & soul for it.

@LottiDotti76 2 года назад

That purr though!

@isodomizetrumpthreetimesad2232 2 года назад

So happy for these kitties being able to live in such happy circumstances.

@user-mv7ig8zv3l 2 года назад

What a beautiful land Russia is 😃😃💞💞👍👍🐯🐯🦁🦁🐅🐅🐆🐆❣️❣️

@2024cats 2 года назад

Alexander and Maria are just wonderful wonderful people , I am always so blissful to watch how they are taking care their two beautiful cats.

@user-bx1pm5nw9q 2 года назад

НАШИ ЛЮБИМКИ !

@Hey_LB Год назад

Beautifully done! Really represents how much they care for Messi and Gerda, they are truly their children. Gorgeous family.😊

@m.t2814 Год назад

Es ist so wundervoll Sascha und Mascha zutzsehen wie normal und liebevoll mit Gerda und Messie umgehen. Einfach top 👍

@larysas118 2 года назад

Жаль, что в это видео не вошёл потрясающе красивый кадр, где Герда гордо сидит на печке

@acy2004 2 года назад

The very end of the video was so special; watching Masha 😘 🐆 and how Gerda kissed her right back. What a beautiful story and connection you have with your fur babies. Thanks for sharing this with the 🌎🙋🏻‍♀️🙌🏼👏🏼👍🏼💜🇨🇦

@zeusmasterson4117 2 года назад

I was glad to see Gerda seems to love Masha, because Messi strongly prefers Alexander. It’s gotta sting when your pet is mainly indifferent.

@user-bh1ze4zn8d Год назад

Как хорошо,что у Месси такая удивительная,роскошная,очень умная подруга! Как здорово,ребята,что вы помогли им подружиться,тактично,без давления... Спасибо ,что даете возможность нам наблюдать за этой неподрожаемой парочкой-король и королева! Спасибо огромное!

@debrakleid5752 Год назад

Their story is amazing and somehow their channel was recommended to me and I subscribed. They are so good to Gerda and Messi and they post videos often including videos in English. They have a beautiful home and backyard for them to play. Once they had a small inflatable pool and put some fish in there for them to catch and eat. Needless to say the pool ended up full of holes and I assume they got rid of the pool with holes. They also have taken them to Moscow to see a vet who specialized in animals usually seen in the wild but now lives with families. They are so good to Messi and Gerda.

@tanastoiberg7981 5 месяцев назад

I have also watched their videos, and it's incredible how much Masha and Sasha love Messi and Gerda. They give both cats plenty of attention, lots of play time and exercise, and a good home to feel safe forever. The Dimitriev's are such good people. I wish them a Merry Christmas from the United States. 🇺🇸 🎀✝️🎄🎁🎀🤶🎅😇

@user-bx1pm5nw9q 2 года назад

Масяна из-за угла как саблезубый тигр выскочил !

@youtubesucks1499 2 года назад

Messi is the happiest puma in the world.

@user-uw7dv5rh2j 2 года назад

Yes

@larryjack8489 2 года назад

Of course Messy with Puma shoes is the most happiest footballer

@youtubesucks1499 2 года назад

@@larryjack8489 What??

@Ken-vl4wk 2 года назад

He has the fastest left winger

@sultanijabl6313 2 года назад

It s true ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤i love Messo so much

@jonathansoko1085 2 года назад

Imagine breaking into that house only to realize theres a giant cougar... You narrowly escape it and get outside only to realize you now have to go 1 on 1 with a cheetah

@jearaplanet5542 Год назад

amazing creatures , as a Muslim I was told cats were the first to enter heaven . So it's true in spite of their killing nature they have a different side which is family comes first and they are very clean.

@oldman7452 2 года назад

Bubbles flying.....sorcery. Gerda bails out. Great story. The love these people give these cats is awesome.

@namelastname5418 2 года назад

the author didn't mention that in order to buy out Gerda, the Dmitrievth sold out Masha's beauty shop.

@jenniferbates2811 2 года назад

Exactly! What kind of wizardry is this shit!?

@Numbers_6.24-26 2 года назад

@@namelastname5418 I didn't know that!

@johnny5isalive2020 2 года назад

This is so incredibly awesome! Thanks Russia! Puma's and Cheetah's are my favorite big cats, great video!

@graciemaehollowbone1455 2 года назад

it's the first time I've seen this story and learned so much about Gerda. Lovely story, beautiful cats and beautiful people with great loving hearts for big cats. I am sure many of us envy them their feline relationships and warm inviting home.

@marinkajohansson7267 2 года назад

Friska, vackra, nöjda djur har så mycket kärlek från Aleksandr och Masha👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️❤️

@AJavid-cn6kx 2 года назад

I love Messi. It reminds me that every creature can be kind and loveable😍😍😍💖💖

@thepinkpollyanna766 2 года назад

I absolutely & simply love my sweet Gerda girl!!! I’ve been watching I Am Puma & I Am Cheetah, ever since their channels began… Alex & Marsha are the most loving parents of these to big cat’s & it shows!!! First was Messi’s channel & I was hooked… He is such a amazing, lovable & laid back pussycat plus, he loves his Daddy & Mommy more than most house cat’s do especially, with his Daddy!!! But to be equally fair, Gerda simply loves & adores her Mommy, just as well!!! These two big cat’s are such big mushes & are so well behaved, so much that they both are very approachable to any human… They are simply so wonderful & tame, that every house cat should take note, on how to be well mannered feline’s!!! LOL… I love how Messi wakes up & cuddles with Alexander & how he basically talks to Alex or talks, while he impatiently waits for Alex to return home!!! LOL… And Marsha, actually spends her time showing Gerda how girls apply & plays makeup with her plus, Marsha actually reads to Gerda, like if she is her child!!! And Gerda, will just lay there near or on her Mommies lap & listen while Marsha reads to her plus, Gerda never stops purring, ever!!! LOL… They are both, the most marvelous & sweetest fur babies ever!!! ❤️🐕&🐆❤️

@whalesong999 2 года назад

Their interactions are golden. They never talk down or relate to the cats in a dominating way that insults the cats' sense of sovereignty for themselves. This is better treatment than many human children get.

@Victoria-cm4jr Год назад

I am glad this was finally explained in english...Ive been following Messi on RU-vid for a long time then was thrilled to see Gerda introduced into the family...This couple is to be praised for doing such a magnificent job and showing both cats with lots of love and affection....May they all live long and happy lives....

@user-bk7kf4qj1r 2 года назад

Обожаю смотреть видео этой котосемьи.😀Саша и Маша-отличные ребята! Ну а, Герда с Мессичкой-это нежность и любовь!!!💋💋💋

@user-oi5lf6gb1j 2 года назад

Вспомнила нашу Иччи, радужную кошечку... Смотрит сейчас на Гердочку сверху и радуется за нее.

@gerharddeusser9103 2 года назад

Ich denke auch oft an Ichel... Ich hoffe sie hat die Liebe gespürt..

@user-zj3fz9ek5w 2 года назад

А где сейчас Герда?

@anastasia_31 Год назад

С Гердой всё в порядке.Она живет у Саши и Маши и пытается подружиться с Месси потихоньку

@margui6224 2 года назад

Gerda is a wonderful addition to the family after the devastating loss of Ichel./ Gerda es una maravillosa integrante de la familia después de la dolorosa perdida de Ichel.

@user-rx1vh9he1f Год назад

Наши любимые котики,мы вас любим от души.❤❤❤

@Sunshinexoxo4795 2 года назад

Greda really changed from when she first was new to her new home. She of course was suspicious and was edgy. Fast forward, now she's grown accustomed to her mom and dad and the new home. She's very confident in herself, loyal, loves Marsha and Sasha and she loves where she lives at. She's grown to be a elegant beautiful cheetah and walks with Grace and dignity. She developed trust in her environment and the property she resides on. She's very curious like Cheetah's are known as part of their character curious and very nosey. As we go along in her journey, we see she learned to jump on the outside oven to view the scenery, neighbors and trees abroad. That's just part of their character, they have to inspect and see everything what's going on. She's learned some new commands and admires her Mom Marsha. She looks up to her her hero as sister/ buddy/mom/ her everything. She turned out to be a adorable charming cat.❤️💕👍💋💯🐈

@LadyMaria 2 года назад

Gerda has always been sweet, affectionate and kind. You're thinking of their first cheetah, Ichel.

@meryuk 9 месяцев назад

@@LadyMaria Yeh, Ichel was hissing all the time. Remember how Sasha was cautious when he he first stepped into her box to feed her. I felt sorry for her, she hardly trusted anyone.

@Riox147 2 года назад

such beautiful animals! i'm so glad they have rescued them!

@WonderWorldYTC 2 года назад

yes, but technically they did not rescue Gerda, they bought her from a zoo who could not afford to keep her any longer.

@user-lt7uz9fq1t 2 года назад

Саша и Маша, Мэська и Герда… Полная гармония и счастье.

@amyholley4331 2 года назад

Just love Masha, Sasha, Gerda and Messi. 😍👍

@badkatrising3918 2 года назад

Gerda is like royalty and Messi is like a 8 yr old who will try and get away with being sneaky but is really bad at it. He makes me laugh every time I watch him. They are well loved by their people parents and their internet friends.

@JamesAllmond 2 года назад

Ichel was a sad story, remember following it. Was a shock when they announced she was gone. Was hard looking at the aviary, then came Gerda... But she is not sleeping in their house, yet...

@xtraspecialj 2 года назад

Doubt she'll be able to unfortunately. It's in a Cheetah's nature to spray for territory. If they let Gerda just hang out in the house for any substantial amount of time, she'd mark it. Not to mention Messi would probably not be happy...

@akinpaws 2 года назад

I've read that the law requires she be kept in an enclosure that meets certain standards, and not in a house; that Messi has an exemption because his health requires closer supervision. (In addition to the spraying and the territorial issues.)

@daskapital3532 2 года назад

@@akinpaws her enclosure -aery- meets Ritz Carlton requirements. He goes for a walk in the yard during day time, she is day predator. Messi ( evening predator) sleeps during the day, goes out late afternoon.

@Bralo20 2 года назад

@@akinpaws The laws have changed indeed but Gerda would be permitted to live in the house, this was their initial plan when they got Gerda. Unfortunately Gerda is a full grown Cheetah and was never "potty trained" when she was young, she does her thing wherever she pleases. Having no training means also that she marks her territory whenever she pleases. Contrary to Messy who was potty trained from young age and does his thing inside in the shower or on walks. Gerda is too old to have her behaviour changed and thus will remain in her enclosure (which is a very nice one, the outer part will be closed off by glass in the next couple of days just like previous winter so that it's protected from the elements).

@resourcedragon 2 года назад

@@akinpawsJ: My understanding is that they had to get a licence to be a zoo so that they could keep Messi. That was also why they had to move out of their old flat - some pets were considered a bit too much. Gerda's enclosure meets the legal standards - and I suspect probably exceeds them. As noted, she can't go inside their house for too long or there will be a _lot_ of very smelly puddles to clean up.

@margui6224 2 года назад

Thank you for sharing Gerda’s story. / Gracias por contarnos la historia de Gerda. She is a very affectionate cheetah/ Ella es una guepardo muy cariñosa.