Earlier this month, workers at a junkyard in Massapequa, New York, were in for a surprise when they opened the trunk of a wrecked car. The vehicle, which was destined for demolition, held an unexpected discovery—five tiny newborn kittens nestled inside.
A Shocking Discovery
The kittens, estimated to be only about 2 weeks old, were found in the dirty trunk of the abandoned car. A worker at the junkyard carefully removed the kittens and placed them in a safe box. News of the tiny feline family quickly spread, reaching local animal rescuer John Debacker, who wasted no time in heading to the scene.
By the time Debacker arrived, the kittens were sound asleep. Knowing that these helpless babies needed urgent care, he took them to his friend, Deb Oliver, an experienced animal caretaker skilled in bottle-feeding young kittens.
The Search for Their Mother
While the kittens were now safe, Debacker knew their mother was likely still in the junkyard. Determined to reunite the little family, he quickly set up humane traps and placed surveillance cameras around the area. His efforts finally paid off when he spotted the mama cat hidden among the junkyard scraps.
Using his trapping skills, Debacker managed to safely capture the mother cat. To his relief, the process went smoothly.
“[We] caught her fairly quick.” Debacker shared with The Dodo.
A Heartwarming Reunion
Once rescued, the mother cat was transported to Oliver’s home, where her babies were eagerly waiting. The emotional reunion was a heartwarming moment—she immediately recognized her kittens, and they wasted no time cuddling and nursing from their mom.
What’s Next for the Kittens and Their Mom?
For now, the cat family will stay in professional care. The kittens will need about three months before they’re ready for adoption. Once they are old enough, they will start looking for their forever homes.
Experts will also assess whether the mother cat is fully feral or if she might be socialized and adopted. Regardless of the outcome, she will receive the best care possible. If she is determined to be feral, she will be spayed and released in a safe environment.
Debacker is thrilled with how everything turned out for the feline family.
“It’s the best feeling when you have a happy ending,” he said.
Thanks to the quick actions of the junkyard workers and dedicated rescuers, this feline family now has a second chance at life. Their story serves as an important reminder to always check abandoned spaces for hidden animals before demolition.
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