Elizabeth Keedy

In my last blog, I shared the sadness of losing an animal companion too soon, but in this post I want to share the joy of having kittens.

Not everyone would agree with intentionally breeding domestic cats. In some places, animal shelters are full to the brim of abandoned animals, especially kittens and puppies. And with the cost of living rocketing in the UK, some people can no longer afford to buy food or healthcare for their furry family member, so they give them up. I can’t help but wonder if these people would give up their children so easily. So, to some, having kittens is irresponsible, and I understand this point of view, but it is a limiting view. So in this post, I’ll share another perspective.

If you’ve read any of my blogs or watched my Youtube videos, then you’ll know I look at the world quite different to most: I see the bigger picture that goes beyond the everyday view of what’s right in front of us. And the animals have opened my eyes even more.

Since talking to the animals (you can listen to the interviews on my Patreon community) about various topics and gaining their perspective, I’ve learned that every animal, just like every human, has a purpose. Some animals choose to experience life on the streets because they want freedom. Some animals choose to spend time in a shelter because they have a shared purpose with someone who works/volunteers there, or because they know their chose human will only look for a cat in a shelter. It isn’t by accident that an animal lives on the streets in a shelter or in a human home.

And it isn’t by accident that Lilly, my lovely two-and-a-half-year-old cat, chose to have four litters, with me assisting. Lilly and I have a joint purpose. I knew as a child that I would one day experience the joy of having kittens. And honestly, with so many years under my belt now, I’d forgotten about it! So what a wonderful surprise when that wish was finally granted last year (2023).

I’ll be honest with you. It hasn’t been easy. Taking care of kittens is time consuming, lots of hard work, very stressful and emotional. I understand why some people choose to drop the kittens off at a shelter. But for me, it has been one of the biggest blessings I’ve ever received.

These little kittens have helped me evolve and grow beyond what I thought possible. They helped me realise I was an animal communicator and that it was my calling to work with animals. As a child, I wanted to work with animals. The only option back then was to become a vet, but cutting animals open for surgery or euthanising them wasn’t something my fragile emotions could handle. So I got caught up in unfulfilling activities.

Over this last year, Lilly has had four litters, eighteen kittens in total (of which one didn’t make it). And I’ll be forever grateful for sharing so many precious moments with every one of the little bundles of fluffy love. Plus, the experience has brought me closer to Lilly.

I’ve never had (or wanted) children, so for me, being a kitten-grandma is as close as it gets to parenthood. Watching these delightful little beings change and grow every day, navigating their new reality and learning how to interact with each other, has opened my heart more than I ever thought possible. I can’t remember the last time I smiled so much.

Every day has been different. They grow so fast. One day they’re wobbling along on their unsteady legs, their flattened ears twitching for new sounds. A few days later, they’ve figured out how to climb and play. It’s truly amazing. I’ve laughed and cried so much.

I wanted to keep them all, of course. How could I not? Kittens are, by far, God’s best invention! But with each one, I knew they’d already chosen their human guardians. My role is to listen to my gut feelings (and the kittens) for matching them with the right people. 

I had a strict process, interviewing prospective animal guardians. I learnt to speak my truth and stand in my power, and if it seemed as though I wasn’t paying enough attention to my intuition, Divine intervention happened. I’m not kidding! Even though the people seemed lovely, the kittens knew they weren’t their chosen human. So a few times I had to say ‘no’, which upset one or two people. Who am I to interfere with destiny?!

Throughout my life, I’ve had repeated experiences of ‘Everything is as it is meant to be’. Having kittens was no different. I hope you enjoyed this post. I’d love to hear your thoughts on having puppies and kittens.