Brooklyn Foster And Rescue Hero Wins A Stray Cat’s Trust And Transforms His Life

Looking after stray cats in your community can be an incredibly fulfilling experience. With a little food, shelter, and medical support, you can give vulnerable animals a real chance at life.

Today’s story is about one such cat who was rescued by Will Zweigart, a devoted foster and rescue advocate. For more than 15 years, Will has been dedicating his time and energy to helping the stray cats of Brooklyn.

Brooklyn has a serious problem with stray cats, many of whom gather together in colonies to survive.

One of those colonies found its safe haven in Will’s own backyard, where he makes sure they have food waiting for them each day.

However, one day Will noticed a ginger newcomer. He placed a camera outside to monitor him and soon found out something heartwarming. 

Usually, the cat colony in his backyard would scare away any stray cat that tried taking a bite or two from their food dish. However, this time around they let the ginger fluffball join them. 

While he was eating, Will noticed the poor boy had trouble breathing.

Since he was an experienced fosterer he instantly recognized the signs of a respiratory infection. Will was determined to bring him to the vet as soon as possible.

However, trapping the cat was not an easy task. The poor soul was afraid of humans and Will figured out a way to gain his trust.

He placed the trap with some food inside, but he didn’t catch him on the first day. Will let the ginger fluffball eat inside the trap for days, before finally releasing the hatch!

Will decided to call the ginger cat Julius and wasted no time bringing him indoors. To his delight, Julius settled right in, calmly choosing a cushion as his favorite spot for a nap.

The next morning he was prescribed two rounds of antibiotics and a lot of rest. Will separated him from his other cats in the house and his recovery journey officially started!

Julius happily passed his days lounging on his favorite cushion, enjoying the comfort of his new home.

Will took the time to gently brush his coat, working out the mats and tangles until Julius looked every bit the handsome boy he truly was.

Will used a damp and warm washcloth to gently remove all the discharge from his nose and eyes. Julius was pampered like a true king and he enjoyed every minute of it!

After a quick vet visit, Julius was finally free of the respiratory infection! As Will said in his video:

“The last and best part of recovery, is seeing when a cat is ready to play again.”

This meant only one thing – Julius was ready for adoption! Although Will bonded with Julius, he knew he had to give him away, as mentioned:

“People always say they could never foster because it would be so hard to give up the cat after they’ve bonded. It’s hard. What makes it easier is knowing that Julius is going to be a center of attention somewhere.”

Because Will has dedicated his life to rescuing strays, making room for more cats in need was the best way he could continue his mission. It really shows the kindness of his heart.

Julius officially went to his forever home and Will continued to help stray cats in Brooklyn. Make sure to follow his amazing work over on Instagram!