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  • @RachelandJunAdventures
    @RachelandJunAdventures  Год назад +7273

    Poki also has a hard lump in some fatty tissue, but the vet didn't think it was anything. Poor Poki is just a lumpy boy. But I am too, so we can just be weird sacks of lumps together.

    • @cici6495
      @cici6495 Год назад +72

      I have one in my neck 😭😭😭😭😭😭

    • @maryjane9407
      @maryjane9407 Год назад +550

      My cat also has some lumps on her back I took her to the vet for a checkup turns out she's just fat 😭

    • @AlanWalkerFan1357
      @AlanWalkerFan1357 Год назад +30

      Poki is so cute

    • @NickDoesArts
      @NickDoesArts Год назад +3

      I have one in one of my... actually, idk...

    • @dogcrazy25
      @dogcrazy25 Год назад +10

      Ove seen older dogs with fatty lumps on their body too.

  • @SLTheOneAndAwesome19
    @SLTheOneAndAwesome19 Год назад +2066

    Rachel, don't feel bad that you didn't realize Picchi's teeth were bad. Cats instinctively hide their pain, and skittish ones even more so! You and Jun are excellent cat parents 💜

    • @XSemperIdem5
      @XSemperIdem5 Год назад +58

      Bunnies and birds are notorious for hiding symptoms too; for them because they're prey animals (I've only had small birds).

    • @coloursaur1494
      @coloursaur1494 Год назад +60

      One of my orange girls never showed annnnyyy pain whatsoever and was acting completely normal. Then one of her teeth literally just fell out, and when we took her to the vets they had to remove a bunch because they were so bad :( We got her when she was 6 from a rescue and her teeth were already bad but man it does feel awful when you don’t notice 😭😭

    • @SLTheOneAndAwesome19
      @SLTheOneAndAwesome19 Год назад +41

      @@coloursaur1494 My girl had torn out her claw. No limping, no excessive licking, nothing. I only noticed it when I was trimming her nails and when I tried to push it out nothing came out and she yipped.
      I cannot imagine how much pain she was in.

    • @user-me6jl9ht2m
      @user-me6jl9ht2m Год назад +11

      Also, the main kinda indicator that any of my cats have had tooth problems is that they started to look a little rough because they werent cleaning themselves - but of course you won't have that if you have multiple cats who groom eachother

    • @bansku9661
      @bansku9661 Год назад

      My 4 year old cat, got a (TR), to four teeth 😭... In December, see a doctor again 🙄

  • @girl1213
    @girl1213 Год назад +1618

    Pichi (with Poki): We're both street cats. It's natural that we cuddle.
    Pichi (with Haku): Don't get used to it. I've had a very stressful day.

    • @rei_cultist
      @rei_cultist Год назад +7

      Catsism? 🤨

    • @girl1213
      @girl1213 Год назад +173

      @@rei_cultist Nah, just Pichi's comfort with something familiar. Haku and Nagi have been home cats their whole lives, but Poki and Pichi had their lives changed by Rachal and Jun by chance. Poki was won over by the access of "free" food but Pichi is still learning she's safe. The fact that she allows herself to cuddle with Haku because she's stressed is a good sign of her adjusting.

    • @seppuku6230
      @seppuku6230 Год назад

      timestamps

  • @ladybuggger
    @ladybuggger Год назад +2818

    Poki being pichi's emotional support cat is adorable.
    Also, don't feel bad about not noticing pichi's teeth, cats instinctively hide signs that they don't feel good, so it can be impossible to know that something is wrong before it has reached an extreme point. The fact that you brought her in for an annual wellness that allowed this to be caught early is wonderful.

    • @callmewaves1160
      @callmewaves1160 Год назад +94

      They can also be impossible to let us check them! Let alone give them any treatments to help them deal with those health issues.

    • @aquitaineq
      @aquitaineq Год назад +38

      Yeah, cats are very stoic about pain.

    • @nikok.s.5427
      @nikok.s.5427 Год назад +59

      @@callmewaves1160 yeah! the only way to avoid that is to raise them from a kitten and annoy the heck out of them by poking around in their mouth until they get used to it. and even then my cat still isn't thrilled when i need to check her teeth

    • @struwuberrysoda6151
      @struwuberrysoda6151 Год назад +19

      poki is my emotional support cat too tbh

    • @theawesommonkey
      @theawesommonkey Год назад +10

      I believe yearly check-ups are mandatory in Japan

  • @faebledstories
    @faebledstories Год назад +3622

    As somebody who works in a vet clinic, I really appreciate y'all showing your kitties going to the vet frequently and getting preventatives and such. A lot of people think that's not necessary, especially for cats, and I appreciate that y'all are such good pet owners and that you really do take care of your cats. Thank you.

    • @pamelajohnson7813
      @pamelajohnson7813 Год назад +89

      I'd take mine in more but it's crazy expensive here in the states(Arizona) . An appt is $88. Blood work is $300 to $600! My one kitty has Stomatitis. That's where the gums are allergic to the teeth. The vet said she should have all her teeth removed & even that doesn't always cure it! And, I have to go to a specialist & he's over an hour away. For now I take her to the local vet & she gets 3 shots(an antibiotic, a steroid, & a pain shot) every 4 or 5 weeks. She is hard for me to catch & she will hide. I tricked her today by opening the door & letting her look out the screendoor, then I grabbed her. It's $128 for the shots. Right now it helps her so we'll just keep giving the shots. I wish I took my others in for preventative care but I can't afford it. One has bad tartar build up but she was so freaked out about getting spayed that when I attempt to put her in a cage, she hyperventilated so badly, I had to let her out of the cage. I thought she was gonna die! Wish I had a cage like one of yours. Glad your kitties are doing well!

    • @AuskaDezjArdamaath
      @AuskaDezjArdamaath Год назад +27

      When they reach 12+, my kitties go to the vet every year. Before that, if they’re healthy, it’s every 2 years unless they have a medical event (like breaking a claw badly). The trip is stressful for them so I want to minimize it as much as possible. My Siamese is 16 and because he had a tumour in his belly, he goes every 6 months or so for follow ups.

    • @sakuranbochanko
      @sakuranbochanko Год назад +42

      I'd assume for most people (I live in the US) it's so expensive. and in my area, all but one have horrible reviews. and even that one with gold reviews recently "accidentally" killed my cat by what I assume is overdosing anesthesia. if it was at a lower cost, I'm sure people would. a typical checkup at my local vet is about $300+. just like any business in America, money comes first, caring for their patients come second. it is a business after all. I'm sure the people working there truly want to help, but it's just too much. (and I'm sure employees get an employee discount, at least according to Google). I really only go to the vet unless my cats are showing signs of distress, or changes in behavior, which I assume is what the average person does as well. plus, car rides are insanely stressful for them. there's no real reason to put them through that, unless there was a real reason. a checkup is kinda like a sanity check in my opinion.

    • @Lisa_Flowers
      @Lisa_Flowers Год назад +23

      @@sakuranbochanko I'm not a professional but I'd assume that only taking them to the vet when they show signs of distress might be an issue if they develop illnesses or issues that might not have external symptoms or signs you can easily notice (and that a vet might). Or when the issue has a very subtle effect on their behaviour that you might not notice (like pichi and her tooth). When I had a cat the recommendation was to take her once a year for annual checkups, or some regular time like that. But like you said, vet care is so expensive, that it really is enough to just do what you can. Better to have a cat and provide them the healthcare you can afford than let them languish in shelters unadopted. And if they seem happy, it's probably alright.

    • @JadeCanada237
      @JadeCanada237 Год назад +6

      @@pamelajohnson7813 2 of my cats had early deaths because of Stomatitis (both adopted from shelters who lied and told us the cats were healthy). The vet told us it's a bacterial infection and/or an immune response by the cats body. often it's caused by poor dental care (gingivitis). I highly suggest you do what you can for your cats dental health, as well as look into giving kelp powder (there is a brand called Plaque Off which is designed for pets). Also know that steroids and pain shots will only last so long, and it will stop working. We managed to medicate and treat one of our cats for 4 years until the vet said there was nothing more that could be done.

  • @evelyneca7454
    @evelyneca7454 Год назад +1528

    I almost cried seeing Pichi cuddled up with all the cats. She's had such a journey. So rewarding to see her so calm and happy and loved. Happy to know she's not dealing with her toothpain anymore.

    • @CreditR01
      @CreditR01 Год назад +38

      Rachel and Jun were truly the miracles she needed. It restores a little faith in humanity to see such loving people.

    • @bansku9661
      @bansku9661 Год назад +2

      🥰

    • @LeMacMac
      @LeMacMac Год назад +4

      same here. sweet Pichi was probably feeling misunderstood. I donno why I relate so hard with her. I'm glad she is feeling better now, it can make a world of difference

    • @maurashouse624
      @maurashouse624 Год назад +4

      Yes the cat cuddle puddle is so heartwarming I loved it !

  • @ilikechococookies342
    @ilikechococookies342 Год назад +2261

    Pichi has come lightyears from where she was, it makes me cry happy tears seeing her snuggle with all the cats and being petted 😭❤️❤️❤️

    • @balentay
      @balentay Год назад +111

      Don't forget licking Rachel's hand 🥺

    • @dianaellul9345
      @dianaellul9345 Год назад +31

      @@balentay yes that means she loves Rachel.

    • @PowerSpirit50
      @PowerSpirit50 Год назад +14

      @@dianaellul9345 How can you not?

    • @jovi-ravetietje9508
      @jovi-ravetietje9508 Год назад +3

      Such a big step!!

    • @mary-janereallynotsarah684
      @mary-janereallynotsarah684 Год назад +5

      Poor Pichi. I've been having tooth pain for ages but I have an appointment in a week and I think they'll wanna rip out so many teeth... it's terrifying.
      So glad Pichi isn't in pain anymore. 💛

  • @wickeddance93
    @wickeddance93 Год назад +1494

    I’m a vet nurse and am astonished at the low cost 😳 where I am (Australia) a dental clean without extractions is $700 aud 😬

    • @meowmeowfan
      @meowmeowfan Год назад +81

      Same! I work as a vet nurse in Singapore and im astounded to hear an echo only costs $40??

    • @favoinousscum3718
      @favoinousscum3718 Год назад +92

      bro in america that's 1K

    • @lilmm7258
      @lilmm7258 Год назад +56

      I was a vet nurse and a dental clean can easily be 1k to 2k

    • @whitewave09
      @whitewave09 Год назад +59

      I am always amazed (and a little heartbroken) for our friends who run a vet clinic in Canada. They know every trick in the book to try to bring costs down so animals can live happy full lives, but it's still hard to get a visit below $100 CAD and if the animal is sick...I wish their expenses could be like Japan. I sit there knowing they are not charging for the actual vet exam half the time.

    • @13kumiko
      @13kumiko Год назад +15

      Canada, i paid 2k for 4 teeth extractions, 1 was a fang, the other 3 were tiny tiny teeth on the side of this mouth.

  • @jlshel42
    @jlshel42 Год назад +1866

    Poki’s screams are a comfort to my soul.

    • @anthonynelson6671
      @anthonynelson6671 Год назад +37

      I see it kinda as Poki choosing to be the loudest to assert dominance somehow.

    • @flonny1340
      @flonny1340 Год назад +1

      @@anthonynelson6671 keep telling yourself that buddy

    • @anthonynelson6671
      @anthonynelson6671 Год назад +16

      @@flonny1340 What's that even supposed to mean?

    • @flonny1340
      @flonny1340 Год назад +1

      @@anthonynelson6671 oh yk

    • @anthonynelson6671
      @anthonynelson6671 Год назад +13

      @@flonny1340 no, I do not, 😕🤔

  • @MikuLeekz
    @MikuLeekz Год назад +274

    "Poki is my biological child" Rachel gets it

  • @TheRibottoStudios
    @TheRibottoStudios Год назад +820

    I love how that entire time Poki was near his fellow street cat friend encouraging her like "Great StarClan Pichi going in the basket is super easy, barely an inconvenience."

    • @carleighalpha
      @carleighalpha Год назад +60

      Loving the warrior cats reference

    • @blessedcocoa5729
      @blessedcocoa5729 Год назад +17

      Love the screen rant, Pitch meeting reference.

    • @LunaRayArclight
      @LunaRayArclight Год назад +18

      The Warrior Cats reference is beautiful

    • @piperbird7193
      @piperbird7193 Год назад +17

      @@LunaRayArclight Man, those books are so fun. I'm in my 40s and I still love them.

    • @stephanieok5365
      @stephanieok5365 Год назад +7

      Pichi's going to need us to get all the way off her back. ;-)

  • @redcenteno7150
    @redcenteno7150 Год назад +693

    I remember when Pichi was just rescued, so happy to see her become more and more comfortable

  • @mentira32
    @mentira32 Год назад +542

    Pichi licking Rachel's hand made me so happy! I'm glad she found you guys and I'm glad you guys found Poki so he could show her that she can lower her guard and nobody will hurt her.

  • @iwuzhere505
    @iwuzhere505 Год назад +568

    I didn't realize Haku was old 😭 I need him to live forever! And I love that the goodest boy Nagi, has the healthiest body

    • @swish043
      @swish043 Год назад +41

      Cats routinely live until 18-20 in Japan, so don't worry at all!

    • @raerohan4241
      @raerohan4241 Год назад +60

      @@swish043 Most indoor cats live to that age, regardless of country

    • @andrealee716
      @andrealee716 Год назад +31

      My cat is 13 and still spritely as hell! No worries, cats live pretty long lives when theyre well taken care of!

    • @iwuzhere505
      @iwuzhere505 Год назад +21

      Ty everyone for the reassurance 😭 happy to hear our boy Haku will continue to live his best life

    • @ReddyRAD
      @ReddyRAD Год назад +8

      The way theyre happy and well taken care of is honestly a sign the cats might even outlive the usual age

  • @nekoruu
    @nekoruu Год назад +1462

    Pichi and Haku cuddling is all I needed this holiday season 💝

  • @vernderi7828
    @vernderi7828 Год назад +496

    My cat(Truffle) and I spent many nights together watching your videos. We loved watching your cats and your content, and Truffle was encapsulated while watching Haku, Nagi, and Poki. She passed away a few weeks ago from a tumor, but I want to thank you for the memories. We have really enjoyed your content together.

    • @chrissy24-7
      @chrissy24-7 Год назад +12

      I'm so sorry for your loss! I still mourn the cats I've lost..

    • @pandamon8681
      @pandamon8681 Год назад +5

      Pan and I use to watch this channel together.. I am so sorry for your loss. Hope you will love more cats asap because there are many that need this kind of love. And TYSM for loving Truffle 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

    • @lesliecleary9197
      @lesliecleary9197 Год назад +5

      @@chrissy24-7 Condolences. Sorry for your loss, RIP Truffle..💛 What matters is that she had a good life!

    • @ILuvAyeAye
      @ILuvAyeAye Год назад +4

      I'm so sorry Truffle isn't still with you, and I'm so glad she had you.

  • @tazloon
    @tazloon Год назад +763

    Seeing all four of them curled up together put the biggest smile on my face....😊

    • @kcraft88
      @kcraft88 Год назад +7

      The kitten puddle was so awesome 🎉😂😊

  • @Fullflame333
    @Fullflame333 Год назад +334

    Not me sobbing over how cozy and comfortable Pichi is all snuggled up right in the center of all the boys. Thinking about how she was living outside being warmed by a bigdangerous fan unit of some kind- and now she is here, safe and sound and recieving more love than she could ever imagine.

  • @MythicalPhoebe
    @MythicalPhoebe Год назад +526

    Pichi seems like a whole new cat! so much more relaxed and at ease.

  • @Ismaring007
    @Ismaring007 Год назад +200

    of COURSE Nagi is the healthiest, he's just such a goooood boi!!
    and looking at Pichi, cuddeling with the other cats and letting both Jun and Rachel pet her, she's like a completely new cat. I would definitly love an update video on the little angel

  • @tiny_flower
    @tiny_flower Год назад +270

    ohhh Pichi hiding under Poki was just so cute😭💖 i am so glad she's not in pain anymore! and they all look so happy in their cozy fluff sleeping party!!!

  • @sinaedjk9765
    @sinaedjk9765 Год назад +326

    Don’t feel horrible about the “not noticing” about her teeth. You DID notice, because you said you thought she was getting more skittish again. All we can do as pet parents is take our pets to the vet regularly and even then the vet may miss something. That kitty’s life is so much better thanks to you! Just remember that! You do the right thing making sure they get to the vet and pay for their treatment! ❤

  • @melanievanderwesthuizen5802
    @melanievanderwesthuizen5802 Год назад +935

    I'm actually quite shocked how reasonable Japan's vets are with their pricing. In my country blood tests alone (IDEXX SDMA & CBC) costs around $200. A vet visit can cost anywhere from $40 to $60, that excludes any form of diagnostics (x-ray / ultrasound). I'm impressed with the thorough tests they did on your cats.
    Thank you for taking such good care of your cats. All your cats are cute 😻 But I've got a soft spot for Poki 🐈‍⬛💚

    • @its99pm
      @its99pm Год назад +64

      Same. When she listed the prices for teeth removal I was shocked! To remove two teeth here (Norway) would be around $400 alone!

    • @crains8087
      @crains8087 Год назад +63

      The prices were shockingly low compared to America. At first, I thought the total on one page was $1400 and I thought that was reasonable. But it was $140! What?!

    • @hoomancatslave1738
      @hoomancatslave1738 Год назад +23

      Lol a base vet visit here is like $90-150 so I'd be stoked at your prices (but yes JP is next level)

    • @mpika228
      @mpika228 Год назад +30

      Yes! We paid $1500 for ONE cat’s checkup and teeth cleaning/extraction. What great prices they have in Japan!

    • @cyn4476
      @cyn4476 Год назад +23

      We just paid $304 to put our sweet kitty down. It makes no sense, why it costs so much, and it's not like we had a choice.
      Every time we walk in the door, it's at least $150 for each animal, any treatment multiplies the cost exponentially.
      I'm thrilled that Rachel and Jun have access to wonderful care for their babies!

  • @piperbird7193
    @piperbird7193 Год назад +62

    It was so great seeing Pichi in that cuddle puddle in the end. She didn't even jump when Jun pet her! I'm so happy for your happy kitty family. I lost my beautiful 15 year old Ivan suddenly on Nov 1st, and for the first time in a very long time, I am catless. Please give your babies forehead kisses from me, if they enjoy forehead kisses.

    • @thlayliroo
      @thlayliroo Год назад

      im so sorry for your loss

  • @katf57
    @katf57 Год назад +537

    I think once Pichi got those teeth removed she felt so much better! She even got more comfortable with the other babies

    • @rachelrecycles369
      @rachelrecycles369 Год назад +31

      So much better! My old man had to have all but 3 fangs out, and now when he wants attention *he bites me!*

  • @TinyDog_SummerGirl
    @TinyDog_SummerGirl Год назад +129

    seeing Pichi actually lay there and give you a kiss while you pet her is just so heartwarming to me! I still remember the video from when you first caught her and brought her home and how scared she was, and just seeing how far she has come makes me so happy!

  • @dietcokelisa
    @dietcokelisa Год назад +578

    The timing of this is impeccable. I JUST walked in the door from dropping my cat off at the vet for a teeth cleaning & grooming under sedation too!

    • @ginger_e
      @ginger_e Год назад +4

      wow me too, but my two girls both have absorptive lesions so they will each lose multiple teeth. here in Virginia each one will cost about $1.500 US dollars.

    • @texasbuttercup1972
      @texasbuttercup1972 Год назад +3

      @@ginger_e That's about the SAME price as we pay here in Southern CA.
      With the labs, extractions, follow-up, meds and laser used for healing, it is money well-spent to extend their lives and also to improve their quality of life.
      😊

    • @texasbuttercup1972
      @texasbuttercup1972 Год назад +2

      @@neko7606 Depends on the quality of the Vet and how much is done. Including the full, pre-op labs, multiple extractions and follow-up meds, that is a fair price.

  • @tara-nay
    @tara-nay Год назад +82

    I work in the vet industry in the US and this video was a dream come true - your kitties and vet care! ❤️ Was so excited to see the dental water additive - I noticed an improvement in my kiitties’ teefies when we started using something similar! Also - cats are CRAZY good at hiding pain and disguising it as fear, aggression, etc etc. Don’t feel bad about Ms. Pichi - now y’all have a good idea of what pain for her could look like AND she seems so much more comfortable!

  • @ana-cp4nl
    @ana-cp4nl Год назад +703

    Pichi: meow
    Rachel: Pichi are you okay? U traumatized?
    Poki: MEOW DRAMATICALLY
    Rachel: Pfff u just hungry

    • @A10.33
      @A10.33 Год назад

      Lol

    • @bishopsknifetrick
      @bishopsknifetrick Год назад +55

      Poki simply has one setting: hungry

    • @pemilystallwark
      @pemilystallwark Год назад +63

      Poki: Scream meowing repeatedly
      Rachel and Jun: Oh good, he's normal

    • @vigilantcosmicpenguin8721
      @vigilantcosmicpenguin8721 Год назад +4

      There are two kinds of people.

    • @TinaDanielsson
      @TinaDanielsson Год назад +9

      It's a bit like my cat. He hates being in the car and he almost sounds like Poki through the whole trip. It breaks my heart hearing him trying his best to sound like he's dying 😅But the only time I really worry is when he's quiet. Then I know it's actually serious. 😟

  • @Pat_patty
    @Pat_patty Год назад +29

    I wish they all have a long healthy lives and always be happy.
    I just realised Haku is a really big cat when he lays next to Pichi. Like Rachel always says ‘ He is such a big boy’
    They are all so ADORABLE when they all cuddle up together.
    Awe my heart. 🥰

  • @Starling135
    @Starling135 Год назад +288

    Thank you for the timing because I'm having the absolutely worst day and just immediately hearing Poki scream really helped :')

    • @BubblewrapHighway
      @BubblewrapHighway Год назад +3

      Keep your head up, b. ❤️

    • @JCXP123
      @JCXP123 Год назад +29

      Poki's scream honestly makes me so happy 😁 I definitely have a soft spot for the loud boy ever since they rescued him ♡

    • @RainebowEvee
      @RainebowEvee Год назад +7

      If Rachel and Jun made a compilation vid of poki screaming I wouldn't mind 🥺👉👈 asmr poki screams

    • @jlin1116
      @jlin1116 Год назад +2

      We need antistress app on mobile thone with Poki's fotos and meows)

  • @alaudezk.7643
    @alaudezk.7643 Год назад +135

    As a veterinary receptionist I'm amazed at how low the cost was for all 4. For a dental cleaning it's typically about 1/4 of what you paid for that complete visit. I'm just happy that your kitties are healthy and you are not charged an outrageous amount for their care.

  • @tamsyn5850
    @tamsyn5850 Год назад +389

    So cute to see Pichi cuddling in a cat pile. Thank you for rescuing her.

  • @notentirelyincorrect
    @notentirelyincorrect Год назад +87

    Add me to the list of people whose hearts were melted by the shot of Pichi sleeping in a protective puddle of lorge boys.

    • @inspiteofshame
      @inspiteofshame Год назад +3

      I first read log boys and it was oddly fitting

  • @waxwinged_hound
    @waxwinged_hound Год назад +153

    You don't have to feel bad for not noticing Pichi's discomfort. Cats are extremely good at hiding any pain or sickness, and I would assume Pichi is especially good at it since she was feral before you took her in.

  • @Rose-rv8ps
    @Rose-rv8ps Год назад +26

    as a vet technician its pretty interesting to see the different vet practices in other parts of the world. Also, wow that's honestly so cheap for 4 cats with all the stuff being done! easily would have cost thousands more in the US. Also it makes my heart melt every time i see Pichi with the other cats

  • @emmaellin
    @emmaellin Год назад +194

    I loved seeing how much confidence pichi has now. Seeing her lick you and accept pets is so heart warming

  • @TimelessHope
    @TimelessHope Год назад +27

    I'm amazed by how much Pichi changed after just one checkup at the vet! So wonderful to see her show so much love to the her brothers.

  • @akiramiyashi
    @akiramiyashi Год назад +182

    AWWWW all 4 cats snuggling together was the sweetest! The 3 bros protecting their baby sister~ ❤❤❤❤

    • @stargirl7646
      @stargirl7646 Год назад +9

      Oh my gosh you’re right! My heart 🥹

  • @magicaleevee843
    @magicaleevee843 Год назад +40

    How you said that Pichi was so jumpy because she was in pain, and she licked you in reassurance like 'it's okay, I forgive you'...
    Man, it almost brought me to tears!

  • @skaharumi
    @skaharumi Год назад +119

    After hearing that Haku is already 9 years old, I do be getting hit on the face with some nostalgia, I can’t believe it’s already been been 4-5 years since I first stumbled upon rachel and jun’s video about haku being a weird kitten ;;
    Glad to see him still so healthy and very haku for all these years with the other bois (and girl) ❤

  • @DaemonInWhite
    @DaemonInWhite Год назад +108

    The final shot with Pichi face down in all the fluff, she's truly living the life

  • @edo0girl2.03
    @edo0girl2.03 Год назад +43

    It's so nice to see Pichi being more relaxed. Seeing her be more snuggly and out in the open makes me happy.

  • @darkstar2874
    @darkstar2874 Год назад +3

    “You’re so loud, and bumpy, and weird!” Summing up why we love that weird little gremlin 🥰

  • @slushyslush2185
    @slushyslush2185 Год назад +236

    Love seeing how comfortable Pichi is now! ❤

  • @savannahlawson2869
    @savannahlawson2869 Год назад +113

    I am crying American tears of envy at how affordable you guys have it ;_; I really want to check my cat's heart murmur and have a plaque removal for her, but *just visiting* the vet is ~$150. Getting a heart scan was estimated to be $500, and that's if I go cheap and get the x-rays from vet students 😭

    • @easytoslip
      @easytoslip Год назад +6

      my rabbit's vet quoted $650 here in the northeast US for a spay, holy moly

    • @radicaledward8969
      @radicaledward8969 Год назад +2

      I had the same experience!!! I had to pay 500 to get my kitty's heart murmur checked!

    • @savannahlawson2869
      @savannahlawson2869 Год назад +1

      @@radicaledward8969 I did that just yesterday and it ended up being $584 💀

    • @radicaledward8969
      @radicaledward8969 Год назад

      @@savannahlawson2869 im so glad you take such good care of your kitty!! the expenses are so hard :((((

    • @fatcat5817
      @fatcat5817 Год назад +1

      Just like Jschlatts twitch chat said, Pet insurance. 🧐

  • @MysticYoYo
    @MysticYoYo Год назад +125

    Wow, you spent quite a bit of money but services are so much less expensive in Japan than in the States. NGL, 8:56 and 13:01 made me tear up a little at how content and safe Pichi feels now. Thank you, Rachel and Jun, for rescuing Poki and Pichi and for loving and caring for all four of your fur babies. Happy Thanksgiving!

    • @cayenigma
      @cayenigma Год назад +5

      Same here in Finland. It is about 300 euros per bloodwork *sigh*.

  • @renhimura177
    @renhimura177 Год назад +12

    I literally grew up with Poki hahahah, i was in 15 when you rescued Poki and now im literally out in the adult world working for that money. How fast times flies! Thank you for sharing your life with us Rachel and Jun. Love you guys always and always stay healthy 💛💛💛
    ps i teared a bit when you talked about how Haku is already 7 years old already. It remind me of my cat back in the hometown

  • @BewareTheLilyOfTheValley
    @BewareTheLilyOfTheValley Год назад +136

    That's the scary thing about pets, they don't always show when they're hurting, so it can be difficult to know when something is going on. Really happy Pichi is feeling much better, enough to even snuggle with the other cats and allow you to touch her! What an amazing transformation 🥰

  • @irosquaredboku
    @irosquaredboku Год назад +50

    I'm studying hematology right now for an MLT (medical lab tech) program and I had to pause at 8:01 to read the results of Pichi's bloodwork. Her hemoglobin and hematocrit are a little high, but the indices are still within acceptable ranges, and her platelets are a low. IDK what the rest of the results mean, but I'm just proud that I can read both the bloodwork and the japanese. :D
    Edit: SHE'S LICKING HER

    • @TinaDanielsson
      @TinaDanielsson Год назад +4

      I know the feeling! In the beginning it's like "Wow, I can actually use what I learn in the real world! 😲" It's so cool 😀

  • @Beruthiel45
    @Beruthiel45 Год назад +8

    Pichi is so much better! Don't feel bad, we know cats hide pain so it's hard to figure out what's behind some behaviours. Now you can be happy with her relaxed attitude! Progress! Your lovely boys are just fine and dandy, everyone is looking good. 🥰💖🇨🇦

  • @zazzy2015
    @zazzy2015 Год назад +1

    Poki's yells make me happy
    I just spent close to 2000$ to get one cat their checkup and teeth cleaned. They were supposed to remove some problem teeth but I guess the vet doing the cleaning disagreed and is happier with them getting cleaned every year (my cat is in pain because of it frequently). I am so jealous of this care, it seems like such a dream

  • @Altakanne
    @Altakanne Год назад +39

    Nooo ! Rachel, don't feel bad about Pichi's teeth, she couldn't tell you, you could not know and thanks to your dedication to catch her and bring her to the vet, she feels much better !♥ You are doing a great job. If you let guilt take place, you will spoil Pichi and feed her too much of Jun's kitty-cake and they will be chonky cats ! Chonkitty! ... Wait, I lost the point of this comment somewhere.
    And well done with catching your cats in such a big house : it is like changing the video game setting from normal to extra hard. ^^

  • @blaireshoe8738
    @blaireshoe8738 Год назад +60

    I'm so glad Pichi seems to be doing so much better with the teeth removal, I can't imagine the relief going from "my mouth hurts so much that I don't want anything to do with anyone" (jumping at your touch when she could see you going in for the pets) to "cuddle puddles and I'll even let you pet me and groom your hand for you while you're at it". She really is like a whole new cat from when you got her. So glad she ended up with people who are doing their best to do the best they can for her. As much as she lets you, lol. Maybe one day she'll learn to be less opposed to nail trimming and teeth brushing, haha

  • @michellevanderbyl
    @michellevanderbyl Год назад +6

    I adore all your cats, but have a bit of a thing for Pichi. Was great to see so much of her. That furbabie puddle near the end with Pichi in the prime spot was divine. So happy that they're well. Love to you all from Australia.

  • @maja23_82
    @maja23_82 Год назад +6

    Nagi really is a prince!

  • @ellie_sarabellum
    @ellie_sarabellum Год назад +10

    It's honestly so beautiful how much love and care you guys offer these fur babies. Good to see that for the most part, they're all doing ok 🥰

  • @Manj_J
    @Manj_J Год назад +1

    PICHI AT THE END FACEDOWN IN A PILE OF FLOOF!!!! LIVING THE DREAM LIFE!!!!🥺🥺🥺🥰🥰🥰💜💜💜💜

  • @JaniceWithTheTarlovCyst
    @JaniceWithTheTarlovCyst Год назад +10

    I want Poki's meowing as my phone's ring tone! 🧡 You're amazing cat parents; I wish every cat was well cared for as yours. And Pichi! Wow, such progress. Rachel, are you going to rescue or foster cats? You're a dab hand at it. 🥰

    • @RachelandJunAdventures
      @RachelandJunAdventures  Год назад +13

      Right now we've got our four plus a community cat that came with the land (Rin-chan) who we've informally adopted as well. I'd like to do rescues in the future too but I want to make sure I can handle it all before taking on more!

  • @glomontero6011
    @glomontero6011 Год назад +2

    You have made a miracle. From when & were you found her to today her being in the middle of her brothers. With the best mom & dad

  • @rosiemurasaki7509
    @rosiemurasaki7509 Год назад +91

    I'm so glad Pichi is doing so well! The other cats are still as goofy as ever, and I'm happy you guys are doing great too!

  • @seaofnan
    @seaofnan Год назад +7

    The progress you've made with Pichi is really amazing! She is a lucky kitty, to have been rescued and treated so kindly and loved so well. Heartwarming.

  • @anthonynelson6671
    @anthonynelson6671 Год назад +6

    Pichi using Poki as a guard was adorable.

  • @syneye
    @syneye Год назад +1

    I had a similar issue with my dog. We get our yearly check ups and I knew one tooth had gone bad. It wasn’t til they did X-rays that we realized how bad they truly were. I felt so bad but even my vet had no idea til the X-rays. The important thing is that they are taken care of now and she’s feeling better! Please send my ❤ to Pichi. I have two feral girls as well. And it’s always been so nice to see Pichi open up too!

  • @lynh.1214
    @lynh.1214 Год назад +50

    Video opens, Poki: mreeeow.
    Me: my day is made.
    Considering he didn't have breakfast this was quite a subdued miaow, wasn't it?

    • @XSemperIdem5
      @XSemperIdem5 Год назад +7

      She's mentioned that they lower the volume of his meows when editing the videos. I still want a full volume Poki meow video 😅

  • @Mimble_Doodles
    @Mimble_Doodles Год назад +2

    The love the two of you have for your cats always makes me feel so much better about life. The emotion in Rachel's voice when she was talking about Pichi's teeth was drenched in love and made my heart hurt (but in the good way)

  • @ElisePlays
    @ElisePlays Год назад +45

    My cat Luca had been behaving weirdly and we took him to the vet and they said it was nothing. But we got home and I realised it was his teeth and they'd just never checked? I'm glad your vets are doing a great job! Also that shot of all four of them cuddled up made my heart melt!

  • @lil_zee_zee
    @lil_zee_zee Год назад +33

    the way rachel was praising nagi for being the goodest, healthiest boy. he seems like the angel child who is the role model for other siblings. Nagi going to workout was too funny. Also glad Pichi is feeling better. Thanks for the video

  • @ILuvAyeAye
    @ILuvAyeAye Год назад +33

    I loved seeing Pichi get out of the carrier - look how much she trusts you. I bet if this was a year ago, she'd have disappeared immediately and found something to hide under. Of course she doesn't want to go to the vet, but I think she knows now that the carrier doesn't mean she's about to be homeless again.

  • @vvvoyager3218
    @vvvoyager3218 Год назад

    My cat recently had to be euthanised because she had pancreatic cancer, which is asymptomatic until the damage has already been done. I felt terrible that I didn't know she was so sick, but her blood tests showed her pancreatic function was perfectly normal just 2 weeks previously. I wish vets here did such in-depth annual tests, because they might have caught it earlier. She was 13 and a half, and I loved her so much. She was my baby. I try to remember that she had the best life she possibly could've had, because I did everything I could for her. Your cats also have a wonderful life. I'm sure Picchi and Poki are happy you saved them from the streets. 🐱💕

  • @Kittyintheraiyn
    @Kittyintheraiyn Год назад +59

    Pichi in the cuddle pile with her three brothers just warmed my heart right up on this cold cold day!

  • @3eyedwonderkid
    @3eyedwonderkid Год назад +22

    Seeing Pichi all cuddled up with everybody at the end actually made me emotional 😭 I just think about how she went from being a scared street cat- not knowing where her next meal would come from, and sleeping in the cold and the rain- to living probably the best life a kitty could ever ask for. ❤

  • @kawaiisakuramochi4957
    @kawaiisakuramochi4957 Год назад +17

    Holy crap. For one of my cats doing all of what you did, it can easily cost 1,000-2,000$. And I have four cats. This is why I have to space out their vet visits so I can afford it! Dentals will be next year, and ouch, my wallet…. But you’re right, they really do deserve the best. If only I could take them to Japan for their checkups lol ;)

  • @DipityS
    @DipityS Год назад

    Oh my, they're all snuggled together! I did not know they would do that and I am so charmed! You are the best kitty-parents and I'm so happy all these little ones have you to care for them and love them.

  • @punkartwantstew
    @punkartwantstew Год назад +140

    Peachy and Poki being soulmates always makes my day better

  • @reniecoffey
    @reniecoffey Год назад

    I love all of your cats, but I have a major soft spot for pichi. I loft soft, sweet yet nervous kitties because when they open up and begin to trust you, it's so gratifying. My kitty (same breed as pichi) has so many boundaries I've had to learn over the years, as she has trauma from her first 6 months of life, and seeing her flourish makes me so proud- just like watching pichi's progress ❤️

  • @StellaTZH
    @StellaTZH Год назад +41

    This is probably the only instance where my two chaos cats are easier to handle than Rachel and Jun's pets. Both of mine love the carrier and jump in as soon as I put it down. They used to dislike them but then I put the carrier in the living room for a couple of days with treats inside until they saw it as nothing else but another piece of furniture to spread their scent on. Now they expect good things to happen when they get in, like treats.

    • @flonny1340
      @flonny1340 Год назад +3

      Same thing I did, well we, technically, when we got our first pet, a maltipoo 🐩 We took him, when he was ready, of course, after all the vaccines and stuff, with us on lots of car rides 😉 so now, we realized, if we ask if he wants to go in the car, he doesn't hide or whimper cause he doesn't associate going to the car as only for vet stuff or grooming stuff. 😲

  • @hannahnohlgren989
    @hannahnohlgren989 Год назад

    I am so happy you post this. People dont realise cat needs maintenance and regular care and check ups. Annual vaccination and just general vet checks to be sure they are healthy.
    I take my ex-stray in once a year for a general check up, vaccination and eventually schedule dentist appointment. Since he is probably some... inbred stray he has issues here and there.
    Super important to do annual check ups for your pets in general. If you can not or do not brush regularly the vets can fix them up to make sure they ste not in pain, it is more expensive than brushing teeth but sometimes it's super hard to do it.
    Thanks for spreading awareness of good care of pets! It's not cheap to have them, but it must be done and it is worth it.
    Lots of love from sweden!

  • @Margar02
    @Margar02 Год назад +28

    The way Rachel loves that dumpster cat 😺🤣

  • @noradennis4361
    @noradennis4361 Год назад

    Pichi has come so far since you adopted her. Just seeing lick your finger made me smile. And her sleeping berwwn the two boys is such a big change from when you first brought her into your lives. I can see they are all very happy cats.🙂.

  • @IWatchYouTubez
    @IWatchYouTubez Год назад +33

    A trick someone mentioned to me: keep the bags open normally so they can wander around and maybe use it. That way they're already comforable being in the bag, or at least near it.

  • @MsPuppydogeyes
    @MsPuppydogeyes Год назад

    It’s surprising how long we can go not noticing our cat’s pain! I’m very vigilant about changes in my cats but when my male cat was developing some health issues the transition was so slow that I didn’t notice his pain until he was verbally screaming at me! I was so sad after the treatment because he had gone back to his happy self and I realized how long he had been lower energy, his fur was different, and his need for attention was reduced. Don’t worry about not noticing Pichis teeth! All that matters is that you both are doing the absolute best as cat parents and sometimes we can’t heal them immediately but she’s in such a better place than where she came from and now she can experience a world without pain!

  • @soupnikoniko
    @soupnikoniko Год назад +67

    So it was Pichi's teeth all along 🥺
    I'm so glad seeing her comfortable around you and the other cats now!

  • @atomicglitter
    @atomicglitter Год назад +1

    Pichi reminds me of 2 of my cats! One that was scared of us like pichi and now after getting her bad teeth out she's the sweetest and cuddliest cat ever 😭💕 and my other cat would only let me pet him cause I would avoid to touch his mouth at all cost(very visible mouth problem and very painful for him) had to have a all his teeth removed and now he gives kisses and let's everyone cuddle him and give him pets❤️ he's the happiest cat I've ever seen!

  • @Epictacotime
    @Epictacotime Год назад +5

    I love your 3 cats....and your vacuum cleaner

  • @savannahcarter1082
    @savannahcarter1082 Год назад +1

    That last shot of all of them together is one of my favourites ever 😻💕😽 They are so damn cute!

  • @cerindiputy
    @cerindiputy Год назад +15

    When Pichi licked your hand I wanted to cry. She's come so far from when y'all first found her!

  • @jennthehuman1491
    @jennthehuman1491 Год назад +1

    The end shot of Picchi in the middle of the cuddle pile with all the cats made me tear up. She has come so far and it is a testament to both of yours' dedication in making sure she is healthy and has a happy home.

  • @yumiinky
    @yumiinky Год назад +35

    It's so heartwarming to see Pichi snuggled up with her cat fam, safe and sound🥺shes come such a long way!❤❤

  • @6eid9
    @6eid9 Год назад +1

    pichi seems so much happier and thankful, it made my heart so happy! you guys are great parents 🤍

  • @sophiaisabelle01
    @sophiaisabelle01 Год назад +78

    Seems like Rachel and Jun's cats are being well cared for. They all seem to enjoy being around their owners all the time.

  • @SofSof.
    @SofSof. Год назад

    The change in Pichi is so lovely to watch. The final shot of all the cats cuddling together is everything

  • @Cooses
    @Cooses Год назад +31

    I can imagine Poki sitting at the vet impatiently waiting to come home for some food!poor Poki I feel bad for him with his lumps and all ❤❤

  • @toastybisks
    @toastybisks Год назад +1

    The way Pichi jumped out of the carrier xD I had to rewatch that a few times, so cute! hahaha

  • @Eyerleth
    @Eyerleth Год назад +34

    That giant puddle of cats at the end, all snuggling each other, was just adorable.

  • @colleentrodge1968
    @colleentrodge1968 Год назад

    I love how much you love your cats. I hate how awful you feel about pichis tooth pain, she’s so lucky to have you guys.

  • @rayreineu
    @rayreineu Год назад +23

    Poki’s yelling meows are the highlight of every video you make 😄🖤 give your 4 sweeties some treats on behalf of your subscribers 🥰

  • @MoonLitChild
    @MoonLitChild Год назад

    For all that needed to be done, the pricing was so reasonable! I'm considering getting pet insurance for my boys because one of them is a stray, we've had him less than a year and we've had to take him in to the vet several times-- when I first started feeding him he had a massive partially burst abscess on his face that I couldn't do anything about until he trusted me enough to get him in a carrier. He needed two rounds of antibiotics and to have it lanced twice before it healed totally. He was really lucky though, as he started coming around the house when it was still really cold (late Jan/early Feb) so there were no insects that could get in and make it fester. We've *managed* to pay for things but my dad and I are both on limited income (he's retied, I'm disabled) ans insurance would take at least some of that financial burden off us. It was was, so sweet seeing Pichi curled up with everyone else, she's really settled in-- and I'm sure Poki has helped in that process, letting her know that you're both good humans, with lots of love to give!

  • @eira5586
    @eira5586 Год назад +23

    The cost of vet care there insane! Tooth cleaning is like twice as much where I am, and a vet visit is like 50 minimum.
    Glad all of your kitties are safe and healthy, and I'm SO GLAD that Pichi is feeling better and more snuggly!

  • @RamenNoodle1985
    @RamenNoodle1985 Год назад

    Omg poor pichi! You could see how much more friendly and affectionate she was after having her sore teeth removed!