Driving 3 hours to pick up my cat OSPCA | I adopted a cat during quarantine AdoptDontShop | CNDVLOG5
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- Hey Guys, I ADOPTED A CAT!
I drove 3 hours during quarantine to pick up my cat (Wilfred) from Ontario SPCA! He was 10 weeks old and barely 2.5 lbs when I adopted him. Since I am a first time cat owner, I had a lot too learn and I was worrying about every little thing about the cat adoption process. Luckily OSPCA made it very easy for me and they helped me a lot along the way.
Wilfred is a very smart kitten and he loves to play. He is super cuddly and loves to be around people. I couldn't have asked for a better addition to our family.
Check out my full cat adoption process video below! I go through the step by step process of adopting during the quarantine. From finding your purrfect match to questions to ask in the interview to challenges I faced, hopefully this video can be helpful for some of you guys!
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- Just wanted to provide some background to this video. Cats typically purr when they are happy and content but can also purr when they are anxious. In stressful situations, cats purr to calm themselves down. Although Wilfred doesn't seem stressed in the clips, he was having a very hard time in the car while we were driving. He was panting and crying. This wasn't shown in the video as I wasn't focused on filming at that time. As a first time cat parent, I was pretty concerned about his initial reaction to being in a moving car. He ended up adjusting really well to our driving after an hour or so, so I stopped being worried. We made multiple stops along the road due to his panting to make sure he was fine before we started driving again. Big thank you to all of you who are so nice and understanding. I really appreciate you! -
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Hey Guys! I am blown away by all these sweet comments and I can't thank you guys enough! Wilfred thanks you guys too!! 💕
Just wanted to note - I know that purring is usually a really good sign and means that the cat is happy/content. However, I also read that cats may purr due to stress or anxiety! As a new cat parent I couldn't help but worry about everything and that's why I was so concerned in the video! 😅
He is a super happy and cuddly cat now, so everything worked out!
You are right about purring.It usually mean they are content but in times of sickness they will purr to heal themselves..
Make sure that is a break away collar ..okay..safe if gets stuck on something
And you were stressed too!
This baby just needed comfort of her mum. And still will and likely for the rest of time because cats have to and loves company also especially sleeping next to their mum n dad. Will follow you everywher
And they do get separation anxiety even if you pop out a few hours x
Of course he was stressed out and was scared being transported to his new home in your car and wanted to be on your lap for comfort! He already bonded with you and he now loves you and his new loving home!
“He keeps making that purring sound, and I’m really worried....” lol. That purring thing is absolutely fine, as I’m sure you figured out by now. He’s also making biscuits, so you got one happy kitty.
Thank you for your sweet comment!! He is the sweetest and cuddliest kitty ever! I don't know how I ever got so lucky! ☺
@@CNDVL He really is the cutest! You *are* lucky! And so is he!
@@CNDVL hey! Purring is really good as long as it’s not really long and the tail is wagging very fast and very aggressively, if so he’s getting stressed or anxious, it’s like a child sucking their thumb, and the needing means that they’re happy and reminds them of their mother’s love. I hope you and him have a great life!
Making tortillas.
She is so adorable.
OMGG HE STARTED MAKING BISCUITS AS SOON AS HE MET YALL HES SO INTERACTIVEEE
Haha seriously!! I definitely got lucky 😄
No he didn’t
@@BenjaJohnsonIII He did
@@pastellocloud9585 no he didnt
@@BenjaJohnsonIII He did though
That kitten was actually pretty chill on the car ride. He was purring -and not in a stressed way-his ears were up, his tail wasn’t lashing, he was exploring pretty bravely, he was grooming and playing. Try not to overthink things and just enjoy him-he seems to like you very much, and it’s obvious that you already love him!
Cats pick their humans. You both scored out of the park 🙃
I don't know what I did in life to deserve such a wonderful match!! Thank you for your kind words 😊
I love my cat but I also wanted him to have his own choice so I took him outside and let him go only to see him run straight to my front door.
If he's playing with the toy, he's not too stressed. 😺
My cat picked me and she would not let go untill i adopted uer
@@gachadinolol2389 that’s so cuteeeee😭😩
My kitten slept in my arms the whole ride while my husband drove! 🐱❤️ Don’t worry so much. Your kitten doesn’t look stressed at all!
Thank you so much for your sweet comment!! That's adorable!! It made my heart so full when he climbed into my arms. Wishing you and your kitten the best! 😊💕
@@CNDVL please don't use bells it's dangerous on long term
@@raemuowalter4737 really?? how? i’m getting a kitten soon lol
I hope my husband will let me have a kitten
I'm a simple man. I see cat, I click. He's very cute though. And seems pretty confident. Not scared, immediately exploring the car.
Here's a good tip after you done playing with the cat it's good to feed them so they feel like they have hunted something especially for a kitten that's a good tip they feel like they have hunted something and that's a good thing to do for the kitten
amazing thank you for the tip!! I really appreciate it especially as a new cat owner! we've actually been trying this and it works great! we play with him before dinner time and it always gets him super excited for food.
i don’t think he was purring from stress, the little guy was probably so happy to be out of his cage and getting love from his new humans :) i think you did a good job he looks like a happy lil kitty, already playing with you
thank you!! I couldn't help worrying back then as a new cat mom! my understanding of cats is a little better now, I promise! haha 😅
@@CNDVL and that’s perfectly fine, it’s better to be safe than sorry! :)
I laughed thru the whole video. Purring is a good thing! You will be good kitty parents!
I'm so glad you had a great time watching the video! Thank you!! Wilfred is the sweetest cat ever, so he makes it very easy for us ☺
Omg he's so freaking adorable, making biscuits all the time?!?!!!
he must have been a baker his past life!! 😂 & thank you!!
7:28. you actually know how to pet them. Cat likes to be scratched and it seems that it's your instinct to know how to pet them right off the bat.
7:50. he wasn't stressed at all. he was making biscuit so he was content.
8:13. I'm glad that you actually did research of their purrs. They can purr because of pain but it usually happens to sick cats. A healthy young kitten purring is highly to be content.
How concerned you are is actually so precious. I can tell you are a great cat mom.
Tuxedo cats are really special. Your presence is getting laid eyes on you he chose to love you. I am an old cat lady he was purring because he was happy his tail was held high and he was kneeding.Thank you for saving his life and giving him a Forever Loving home.cats choose their special soul mate and that is you beautiful young lad,THANK you for sharing 💖💖💖💖💖💖🐱💖💖💖
You are so sweet 💕thank you so so much!! I am extremely lucky to have him!!
@@CNDVL again God bless you young lady for adopting this Precious Precious cat
Awe, he is cute. You will be so happy together, I can see it now. Thank you for adopting and for literally going out of your way to get him! He is purring because he is happy! Enjoy and treasure him. May you all be blessed with a long life together! Cats bring such joy to our lives!
Thank you for your sweet words!! He is honestly the best addition to my family. I would go the distance again! ☺️
She's no idea how happy that kitten was to be adopted.
You worry far too much! I've never seen such a chilled out kitty on its first road trip. The only person stressed out in that car is his mama!
"He keeps making that purring sound"
That's his purr motor, Mama!
That's what your new kitter baby is gonna do all the time now hopefully.
He's a doll & you are a great furbaby Mom.♥️♥️♥️
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Your cute Tuxedo kitten was bonding with you by wanting to sleep on your lap! His purring means that he was contented and happy!
I adopted a tuxedo 8 yrs ago...now Stella is 15 and in such good shape. That breed is the most loving. Wilfred is happy...dont be afraid! U will be a good mommy!
he’s so adorable!!! i’m planning on adopting a tuxedo kitty too 🥺 he seemed so calm around you even though you guys were in a car definitely means he’s chosen you as his cat mom lol 💞
thank you thank you!! tuxedo kitties are sooo cute. I call him my little bodyguard since he looks like he's always in uniform 😂 I am so excited for you to adopt your tuxedo kitty, they are so loving 💕
@@CNDVL they rlly are the cutest ❤️❤️ and yesss i’m excited too i’m still looking for one at local shelters cuz i don’t want to shop i’ll update you if i find my own little tux baby 😊😊
I love that you're committed to adopting! and yes, please update me when you find your little tux kitty 😊💕 sending tons of good luck your way!!
Tuxedos are the SWEETEST! I had a long haired Tuxedo - as he was dressed in formal Evening wear, I named him Jeeves! My upstairs Butler. He was that indeed. Sweetest Boy ever.
@@mdee860 I'm more of a dog person, kind of regretting getting a cat. I just got her cuz my mom wouldn't get another dog. Baby is a jerk, lol. She gets attention when she wants it. Cats own us, we don't own them. Dogs are the opposite, sometimes. Yeah, but I prefer large male dogs. Very specific, Ik. Had a really good connection with my late dog, Nala. Died from parvo, may she rest in peace 🙏. She was a semi-white American Bully, had some brown spots on her tail and on her lips. An American Bully is a type of Pitbull.
The dogs I like are German Shepherds, Huskies, Pitbulls, Labradors, Aussie Shepherds or any large mutt. But there's a 90% chance I will end up with a mutt because I'm adopting, lmao. #TeamAdopt
I MISS MY DOGGOS, HELP! 😱😱😱
This is the most adorable thing ever. If you're this worried over a new kitten you are going to be a great hooman mom too.
What a sweet, friendly kitten. Not afraid of human touch. You're stressed, nit the cat. Purring means they're content and comfortable.
CHILL😊
I think he's stressed... lol that kitten is not stressed he is ready to roll!
He’s so cute ❤️!! Literally been planning to get a cat but it’s been such a struggle to find one, idk why it’s hard 💀. But he’s so adorable 🥺!!!
Ty ty!!!! Good luck 💕 it’s super hard during this time, but you’ll find the right kitty soon! ☺️
So many on pathfinder give a couple of them a 🏡
It’s kinda hard bc it’s not kitten season just wait a little longer until spring and summer Ik it’s super hard
if the kitten is playing and purring he;s fine.
We just got our first cat 6m ago. I can so sympathize with feeling like you don't know how interpret what they're feeling. Honestly, your kitten looked really happy right away. You obviously prepared quite well and kept everything calm. Enjoy!!!
thank you!! wishing you and your cat the best life together 😊
She was stressed about him purring lol
I’ve never seen a less stressed kitten 😊 he’s so happy
He is purring to have people who love him and he is happy. It was stressful for him being in a shelter. Thank you for giving him a home. He is a cutie pie.
That purring means he's really relaxed and happy 😊
He's looking like my foster kitten from last year ♥ I like how you are stressed out because of his purring lol. That means you are thoughtful and recognize if somethings wrong with him. Thats great. I wish you all the best and many happy years together
Thank you for understanding! It was pretty hard to communicate why I was so concerned through the video. 😅 I really appreciate your comment!💕 Your foster kitten must have been the cutest! In regards to the bell, I was worried about the same thing so I brought it up with my vet! My vet said that it's completely fine and that it's probably a good idea for kittens since they tend to get lost in the house the first couple of weeks. So it's better to be able to hear where they are and be able to track them down!
what a sweet boy
Riding in a car lulls everybody and animal to sleep. And I can only imagine that you realize by now that purring means the cat is happy.
Welcome to the world of raising a kitten. I adopted a rescue cat at 12 weeks, and now he will be 8 months on 3/3/21. I absolutely lucked out with my cat. He is an absolute gem.
It's the best feeling in the world being matched with the perfect kitty! Our kitties' birthdays are super close to each other! Wilfred will turn 8 months on 3/22/21 😊 happy 8 month birthday to our little boys!
@@CNDVL I am absolutely blessed to have Apollo in my life. I know you have to feel the same way with your cats. Happy 8 month birthdays to our youngsters!
I start put in a harness for walking and safty at 4 mos. Now my Smokeybear has been walking and hiking with me since then. He lived in my RV as we are travel all over three place. Love you new baby boy!
thats amazing!! I love that you guys are going on adventures and building so many memories together. 💕
Putting is away to say I love you momma ! Thank you for picking me ! He is a happy little fella!😸😸
I saw Wilfred slow blink at you a few times. The slow blink is cat for I love you. If you see him slow blink at you, you can return the slow blink as an I love you back. That is one happy kitten you have there. He's quite the hoot!
He’s purring because he feels comfortable and loved❤️❤️
You are the sweetest new cat parent! Fb sent me this video and it cheered my day. We foster kittens and I hope they all find humans who care as much about their emotional well-being as you do. Don't be embarrassed about not knowing everything...people in cat world are quick to jump on every little thing, but we're ALL learning new things as we go along.
PS you seem like the sort of person who might enjoy harness training your kitty. If that's something you're into, he seems like the type of super-confident kitten who might take to it quickly (after the obligatory initial protest flop) and really like joining you for walks!
This is one of the sweetest and most understanding comments I've received, thank you so much! It's difficult being a new cat parent but we're trying our best to educate ourselves as much as possible and to provide the best for him. The learning never stops! And you are completely right about the harness training! We brought him out before the winter hit here in Canada and he loved it. It's a little too cold now but when the spring hits we'll bring him on walks again! 😄
THAT IS SUCH A CUTE LITTLE KITTTYYYYYYYYYYYYYY I LOVE HIMMM😫
thank youu!! 💕
The way you pet him is fine. But as soon as you took your hand away, I could tell Wilfred wanted more.
That's a happy purr he's making. Relax and enjoy him, he loves you.
Just adorable ! Boy did that little guy ever luck out with his forever home. I see a spoiled little kitty growing up .... and rightfully so lol. So many super fun times ahead and can't wait to see more of him in the weeks ahead. Cheers and meows from Canada.
You have definitely picked a wonderful furbaby! The following is if you haven't already heard. Hardly any cat will ever be very happy in a car especially when travelling. Our cats cry the whole 2 hours when we make extended visits to family so we do that rarely. It's true purring happens for different reasons but if it's in nervousness they won't fall asleep on your lap. Watch Jackson Galaxy's channel he is very experienced about cats.
When a cat purrs it means their really happy
her: “UR SO TINY AND CUTE”
the cat: “imbecile human i am a mighty beast”
That little cat's purring is telling you he is super happy to have his own human. You will do just fine.
Im So So Happy he wasnt left in a Shelter hes Sooooo Sweet ♡♡♡
He was already making biscuits! Such a good sign!!
You probably already know this. But cats purr also because they liking what is happening and yes playing is a good sign. He is adorable
I have 4 cats and when a cat or kitty makes the Purring sound it’s nothing to worry about bc all cats do the sound it’s normal. The REAL meaning why cats purrle is: Purring often are associated with positive social situations: nursing, grooming, relaxing, being friendly. More likely, though, purring is simply soothing, or self-soothingq
There's no greater source of unconditional love than a cat. You are very lucky to have one! Two would be better so that the cat has a cat friend. My wife and I have 20 cats, mostly abandoned or unwanted.
He’s happy purring. Don’t worry 😻 If he gets annoyed or angry, you’ll soon know about it!
He's beautiful and you can tell straight away he's not stressed and it's going to be a wonderful happy excited cat😻
Purring me good thing he's happy
He is so cute and sweet. You got so lucky. The purring is a good sign he's happy
Thank you! I feel like the luckiest cat mom in the world!!
He is purring because he is so happy! I have a 12 year old cat named Mayhem and he purrs all the time laying on bed next to me. Your cat loves you and you should be proud. I'm so excited for you and your future with your little Loved Cat
you should feed your cat both wet and dry food.
imagine how some people go all the way around the contry to get a pet!
He is content. The purring is a good sign most of the time. He doesn't seem to be in distress, so its a good thing.
Kittens are balls of pure energy followed by short periods of sleep!
Thanks for adopting! Please, whoever is watching this, adopt and don't shop! You don't have to get a kitten or a puppy from a breeder, shelters have plenty of them 🙂
And most puppies come from puppy mills, terrible places where people breed dogs over and over again to make money. They don't care about the dogs' health at all and the long-haired dogs are usually found matted. The cages are filthy and the dogs are usually covered in feces, urine and fleas. They stay in the cages, only getting out to breed. They usually pace back and forth in their cages due to stress. It's disgusting and very sad. Luckily, the Humane Society of the United States is fighting for these dogs and they have shut down a lot of puppy mills so far 🙃
Congratulations, Wilfred! You found the best hooman! And congratulations to you too! 🥰
Fact: Cats purr when they're happy, stressed or giving birth 😃
When hes purring its bc hes happy and comfy :)
He’s a brave little man,,, you not going to have any problems with him...very happy purrs,,,, you’ve got a beauty... plenty of fun and entertainment...❤️
Thank you for your comment!! I am one lucky cat mom!
He is so happy with you………otherwise he wouldn’t play with you or making biscuits! And falling asleep on your lap shows he trusts you…………all the best for you! 🙋♀️
twofold, all that fella's introductorily non-stop purring: although evidently quite comfortable he's nonetheless tempering the stress that must be welling in him -- everybody must've beamed, coz matchmaking appearing stellar here..!
That kitten was purring because he was so happy. Well done for doing everything correct, have a happy life together. x
Love is to you for being so kind and giving him love
Wilfred is absolutely adorable,happy life to him,good to adopt!.😃😻👌
thank you!!
Tuxedo cats are my favorite!! Orange a close second! And, hey, I got a airPod from Amazon. It came with a collar. They’re for basic tracking. My three legged orange cat made his bad self down the small state hwy when I got an alert! I panicked and went looking for him. Stinker!! It also has a chime so you can locate with sound! If you have iPhone, it’s real handy!
What a sweet kitten, and I love his name!!!❤❤❤
purring is a sign of feeling safe and happy!
hi!! when your cat put his nails in your seat or furniture, he wants to scratch something if you have a scratching board or a scratching post that would be amazing, it stops cats from ruining ur furniture or ect, they do that when they are super stressed and scratching helps them cope,
they get super stressed out and un-well if you do not have anything for them to scratch, if u do that’s amazing and keep up the good work!
He obviously lucked out in owners. And yes he is already letting you know he is happy. You did everything wonderfully. Good luck to you both. But i dony think youll need it. Thanks for adopting instead of shopping
thank you for your kind words!! I'm definitely the one who lucked out with finding him!
My tuxedo cat purrs SO loudly and looks just like yours! He is so smart too! If he goes outside take the bell off.
Smart girl! You took good care of the kitten to make sure he was not stressed on the trip
It is adorable to see how much Wilfred loves being with you and your friend. His purs are loud because he is happy. So very sweet ❤️❤️🐾🐾
when I saw the thumbnail I thought that it was my kitten lol- but he’s adorabllleeee 🥲!!!!!
thank you!! your kitten must be super duper cute!! 😊😜
You scored on this sweetheart. Wilfred has a terrific personality. Such a happy cat and a happy video, thank you
Purring he’s happy 😂
ive been binging cat videos recently, and some peoples cat vlogs i cant finish, bc i notice them making mistakes, or doing things that could stress out the cat, but your video, and you putting your jumper in the little carrier is so good!!
You've got a confident adorable kitten! Happy for you💕🐈💜
New car. New cat. Life is great!
wilfred is so cute I can't wait to meet him :'(
ME TOO! Can’t wait for him and mantao to meet
You poor thing. You are more nervous than your baby. That purring is definitely contentment. You are going to be a great cat mommy as you really care. Lucky cat, lucky people. A win all the way around. Oh yeah one more thing. That kitty is beautiful.
Don't worry too much, if they're hiding and purring, that's when they're scared of even hurt usually, when he's being playful and purring and putting his head to your hand etc. it's usually just because he's happy and likes being pet.
If they keep hiding or sitting in a corner and pur and you pet them or they bump your hand but will not move at all, even with treats or whatever, that's usually they're hurt.
This is 100% just a happy kitten ;)
If he's going to be an outdoor cat you might want to take his belt off, they can get stuck on a branch or whatever, not get loose, and become easy prey or not able to return home or die due to lack of food and water, or when they jump down and hang themself. Since he's from a shelter i think he's probably chipped, so that can be read and they can contact you if he's found, if you really want to him to have something, make sure it's so big he can get out himself when he gets stuck, which probably also means he'll lose a few of them then, best is not to have one.
So adorable!
He is adorable and I hope you all are doing well together. 😊 His purring sounded very much like a happy boy.
He’s a precious soul. I wish you patience and joy🐾😽💫💫
Wow, you're such a natural cat mom. You guys bonded right away!
awww precious!!
Oh my word, he is so cute. I looked at him and said if I had a cat like that I would name him Fred, he looks like a Fred, and then I saw that his name is Wilfred, good name choice. LOL.
She is adorable tuxedo..love the chin spot..He is playing and happy!
Congratulations on getting the cute cat. Best of luck guys! 💪
purring means ur cat is comfy
haha I was hoping that was the case!! couldn't help worrying too much as a new cat owner 😅
Omg what a fun, loving, curious little cutie he is.🐱
Omg Wilfred is such a cute cat and it is awesome that he has a great owner. Thanks for adopting him 😭😺
Awww so cute. When you get him a new collar get him one without any metal. I had a similar collar with the metal piece for the bell and it eventually wore away at my cats fur. There are collars with plastic bits. Congrats on becoming a cat Mom.
Beautiful cat and what a doting mother. I am sure this cat is very happy having a caring mother like you and thus purring. Probably so happy to be with you and wants to stay close on your lap to feel secure.
Looks like to me you did a great job, we were a lot like you, never had a cat before but now will always have cats. But we were told we needed another cat, we said no way but we ate our words. We ended getting another one, they are sisters but 4 months apart, another best thing we did. They are so funny together, when we are not home they entertain each other. Get another one about the same age, you will not regret it.