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Best friends come in all shapes and sizes, regardless of their species. In fact, so many iconic BFF duos are virtual opposites! I love seeing a big dog and a small dog hanging out together, but the size disparity between friends can be even larger if other species are involved.

Just ask Ukranian artist Yusalka! She recently witnessed the budding friendship between a dairy cow and a tiny stray kitten, and it's just as heartwarming as it sounds. On March 17, the curious kitten approached the cow in the pasture, and the docile bovine responded in the sweetest way.

I wish I knew what Rusalka or the animals were thinking during this adorable encounter, but judging by the cow's kisses for the cat, I have a feeling it couldn't have gone better. They're two peas in a pod!

Aww, cow kisses are the sweetest! This black and white bovine couldn't have been any more gentle or nurturing to her new pal, but no one is surprised to see it. Anyone who's spent time around cows (or even on the farm animal side of TikTok) knows just how social and affectionate these animals can be.

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"So beautiful to watch. Cows are such sentient creatures; They are capable of strong feelings towards other animals & humans." You can say that again!

Cows are known to build strong bonds with other cows and animal friends. Cows mourn the passing of their loved ones, have strong family relationships, and love to have fun just like any other animal. This nurturing, almost motherly reaction to meeting a new kitten friend is the perfect example!

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Many commenters were quick to point out the adorable heart-shaped marking on the cow's head, while others loved that the kitten looks like a cow. Could that be why both creatures were so fascinated by one another?

Whatever led to this adorable interaction, it's clear that both animals were happy to meet a new friend. Hopefully, the stray kitten grows up safely nearby so they can be friends for years!

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U.S. Soldier Needs Help Rescuing Kittens She Cared For While Overseas: 'I'm Their Mom Now'

Two tiny kittens are preparing for a big journey.

U.S. Army Sergeant Lizbeth rescued the little felines — named Joan and Flo — while serving in the Middle East, according to a release from Paws of War.

Sgt. Lizbeth found the stray animals cowering under a porta-potty for relief from the extreme heat and knew she needed to step in to help the kittens.

The animal lover brought Joan and Flo — found without food, water, or a mother nearby — to her base and cared for the kittens. She helped the adorable duo gain weight and get healthy. It didn't take Sgt. Lizbeth long to bond with the baby animals and notice each kitten's personality.

Flo is an energetic climber and "spider-kitty," while Joan is much more "laid back," Sgt. Lizbeth told Paws of War.

After helping the kittens grow and thrive, Sgt. Lizbeth received orders to move to a new base. Unable to bring Flo and Joan with her and unwilling to leave the kittens behind, Sgt. Lizbeth reached out to Paws of War for help.

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"I can't imagine leaving them behind," Sgt. Lizbeth said in a statement. "I wish for them to be relocated back to my home so that when I finish my deployment, I can be reunited with them. I'm their mom now and love these little furry babies!"

Paws of War helps veterans keep the animals they connect with while stationed overseas. The nonprofit handles the complex logistics required to transport a pet internationally safely and fundraises to cover the costs involved with the trip.

"We can make these missions possible with the help of caring people, but they do not come cheap," Derek Cartwright, a veteran and the coordinator for Paws Of War, said.

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Paws of War is raising money to cover the expenses involved in Joan and Flo's relocation. Eventually, with the help of other animal lovers, Sgt. Lizbeth will give the kittens a forever home with her in the U.S.

"Sergeant Lizbeth is serving our country. This is the least we can do for her and certainly for the two babies she saved," Cartwright added.

To learn more about Sgt. Lizbeth and her rescue kittens, and how you can help them reunite in the U.S., visit Paws of War's fundraiser.

Clearfield County Woman Grows Orphaned Kitten Rescue Into Nonprofit Organization

IRVONA — Clearfield County woman Adale Glass has been caring for cats since she was just 14 years old. Now, at the age of 20, she runs her own nonprofit organization dedicated to caring for orphaned neonatal kittens.

It started, she said, with getting all 35 cats in the family barn spayed/neutered. All seven female barn cats started having litters of kittens, so Glass' grandmother told her she needed to find them homes. By then, she was too attached, and was told if she got them all spayed and neutered, she could keep them. At 14, she started a "GoFundMe" page and raised enough funds to fix all 35 cats in just six months.

Glass says she began following "kitten lady" Hannah Shaw on YouTube, taking an interest in caring for neonatal kittens and learning the importance of spaying and neutering.

When a barn cat on their property disappeared the day of her spay, gave birth to a litter of kittens and became ill, Glass says she reached out to multiple rescues to take the kittens or to help her with tube feeding, but no one was able to assist her.

"I've never felt so helpless, frustrated, and just simply devastated, watching these kittens pass away one by one in my hands. We weren't prepared and didn't know what to do."

At 15 years old, she started an Amazon Wishlist with all of the supplies she needed, learned how to tube feed, give subcutaneous fluids, raised funds for a Rcom incubator, watching many videos and doing much research. She sat down with her family, now feeling prepared, asking if she could try again, fostering kittens in need.

"In April of 2020, I took in my first litter of two-day-old orphaned neonatal kittens; their mom sadly passed away. I was before known as 'Adale Fosters Neonatal Kittens.' Ever since then, my passion has only gotten better and stronger. We are still to this day rescuing and advocating for these tiny vulnerable lives."

Like her love for fostering tiny kittens back to life, "Tiny Paws NICU" was born, starting with Glass independently rescuing as a young teenager, bringing in kittens and raising them, getting them vetted and fixed and finding them loving "furever" homes.

"So young and trying to save the world," Glass said she received tons of hateful comments, posts and people talking down to her as her rescue got off the ground; but, she's also had a lot of community support she is thankful for. Just as she grew out of her teenage years, so did her rescue. As of 2024, Tiny Paws NICU is officially a 501(C)3 nonprofit organization.

"I was learning, and still am," she said. "I've grown tremendously as a person, and especially as a rescuer. I've come so far, and am beyond proud of myself."

The nonprofit organization is registered in Irvona where this adventure for Glass began. Although the rescue is run in Altoona, Glass stressed that the need for these services is everywhere.

"Tiny Paws NICU has always served all of Pennsylvania, and even surrounding states," she said. "We've never been specific to just one area. We serve kittens from far and wide, as long as transport can be arranged."

The rescue also just recently acquired its first brick-and-mortar location in Altoona beside Second Chance Strays Cat Rescue and Lounge.

"This allows us to have a safe secured space for all of our supplies, to preform our intakes, foster appointments, and adoptions. Our gaol is to get the community more involved and educated in the precise care of orphaned kittens, and most importantly, educate (people on) the importance of spaying and neutering, as it's the only way to prevent the suffering and the best way to save thousands of lives."

The rescue takes in orphaned neonatal kittens only, no pregnant or nursing cats, no adults or weaned kittens, with priority focused on kittens 0-3 weeks of age, Glass said, especially those who are medically-challenged – injured, special needs, etc.

"We provide around-the-clock, intensive care to each little life that lands into our hands," she said.

Currently, the rescue is caring for 26 kittens. The peak of "kitten season," though, is approaching fast, said Glass.

Every donation made to the foster-based organization is tax deductible and goes toward their life-saving mission.

Usually adoptable around 13 weeks of age, kittens from Tiny Paws NICU are spayed/neutered; have their one-year rabies vaccine and Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, and Panleukopenia (FVRCP) vaccines; dewormed; have a full negative fecal exam; have flea and marmite prevention applied monthly; are tested for feline leukemia virus and feline immunodeficiency virus; and are microchipped an registered.

On April 24 from 11 a.M. To 11 p.M., a "Dine to Donate" event will be held at Primanti Bros. In Altoona, with 20 percent of proceeds benefiting the rescue if they are shown the event flyer, said Glass.

Some needed supplies for the rescue are Purina kitten chow and Sheba kitten wet food; cat litter; tissues; blankets and towels; food and water dishes; cleaning supplies; kitten playpens and hard cat carriers; puppy pads; office supplies; baby wipes; bottles and syringes. Tiny Paws NICU also has an Amazon Wishlist: www.Amazon.Com/hz/wishlist/ls/2F7COAWWTV2UT?Ref_=wl_share

Aside from their need for monetary and supply donations, Tiny Paws NICU is in need of animal-loving, dedicated fosters to join its team, volunteer to bottle feed, etc. Fosters must have reliable transportation to Altoona two to three times per month for foster appointments and emergencies.

"Our fosters raise and house all of our kittens until they're vetted/altered, and ready to find their furever homes."

Donations can be made via Venmo, Cash App, PayPal – tinypawsXnicu. Checks can be written to Tiny Paws NICU and mailed to 1101 13th Ave., Altoona, PA 16601. For more information, follow Tiny Paws NICU on Facebook: www.Facebook.Com/people/Tiny-Paws-Nicu/61559724158018/; visit tinypawsnicu.Com; email tinypawsnicu@gmail.Com; or text 814-515-8611.

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