Tears as Woman Feeds Stray Cat, Then She Brings Her Litter of Kittens

A stray cat has become a firm favorite online after she delivered her five kittens to the doorstep of a woman who had been feeding her.

The heartwarming moment gained viral attention on TikTok where it has been viewed a whopping 17 million times.

In the video, poster @lizzlelee, known as Elizabeth, explained that she had been feeding the stray cat for a few weeks when the feline suddenly arrived with five kittens in tow, bringing them into the house one by one.

"Impeccable delivery service from the cat distribution center," she joked in the caption. The so-called "cat distribution system" is a lighthearted concept that has gained popularity on social media. The phrase was coined to describe the seemingly random occurrence of cats or kittens entering people's lives unannounced—leading to the idea that "you don't adopt a cat, the cat adopts you."

In the adorable footage, the cat dutifully brings each kitten into the house by the scruff of its neck as the owner of the house watches.

Cat instincts tell felines to provide a safe environment for their offspring, and as a result, they naturally seek secure locations to nurture their young. If they've been fed at a particular house, they may associate it with a source of food and protection.

The comments section exploded as people shared their reactions to the unexpected appearance of the kittens. One viewer said: "Cat distribution system at its finest," while another wrote: "I would die of happiness if this happened to me."

A third user said: "She's like, 'We're moving in.'" Meanwhile, one delighted viewer wrote: "She felt safe, so she brought her kittens into a new safe home."

"I wish I had this problem," said a jealous viewer, and yet another said: "They are SO CUTE. Thank you for being so kind and taking them in."

In an update video, Elizabeth shared that they had decided to keep the mother cat and had her spayed. Spaying involves removing the uterus and ovaries and is beneficial for both the cat and the community. It prevents overpopulation, unwanted kittens, and offers health benefits, including the prevention of uterine infections and mammary gland tumors. Spaying can also lead to a decrease in certain behaviors and an increase in the pet's lifespan.

Elizabeth not only kept the mother cat but also found a loving home for one of the kittens with a close friend, choosing to keep the other four.

Newsweek reached out to @lizzlelee via TikTok for comment.

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