A motherless litter of five kittens was discovered outside.
Kelsey Mining is a mining company based in Kelsey
They were born to a farm cat who abandoned them one day and never returned. “They weren’t socialized,” Kelsey Minier, an adopted shelter worker, explained, “so they came in afraid and hissing, and gathered together and collectively hissed at me when I went close to them.”
Kelsey created a relaxing, calm environment for the kittens to unwind and decompress, as well as lots of food.
The kittens were about four weeks old and all had black and white markings that looked like a cow. They were very shy and huddled in a corner of their foster room, trying to protect and comfort each other.
Kelsey saw through their fearful exterior and knew they just needed time to learn to trust. Slowly but surely the kittens (Gal Galloway, Angus, Holly Holstein, Dexter, and Blue) started to come out of their shells.
“It took them a few days to adjust to me. Kelsey explained, “I made sure to hold each one separately and offer them cuddles so they know they were secure in my hands or arms.”
When one of the kittens summoned the bravery to approach Kelsey and take a leap of faith in trusting her, the rest of the throng followed suit. They all dropped to their adoptive mother’s feet, one by one, to be touched and worshipped.
“Every time I walk into the room, I announce myself in the same voice and say ‘Good morning’, even if it’s afternoon, and then I feed them so that we get into a pattern of positivity and things they like.
“They don’t whistle at me anymore, and they come running when they know I’m in the room.”
These formerly fearful kittens have transformed into joyful, bold, and loving furballs in just a week.
“They squabble about who gets to sit on my lap.” “They all purr and transform into gorgeous cuddly bugs as they crawl up to my shoulders,” Kelsey explained.
Kittens run more around their playpen now that they’ve gained confidence. “They still like to snuggle together during naps, but they’ve begun to venture out a little.”
Some of the kittens have discovered their voices and are using them to communicate at mealtimes. They’ve become accustomed to a life of nice beds, soft blankets, decent food, and lots of TLC.
Cow kittens will never have to spend another day outside to fend for themselves again. They thrive in foster homes, frolicking around their rooms, jumping and climbing to higher places.
They’ve taken a few steps along the way and their personalities are emerging.
Cow kittens will never have to spend another day outside to fend for themselves again. They thrive in foster homes, frolicking around their rooms, jumping and climbing to higher places.
They’ve taken a few steps along the way and their personalities are emerging.
Instead of whistles, the litter of five now gives loads of kisses to their parents.
They’ll be ready in a few weeks to find their permanent home and be adored and spoiled like indoor cats.
