Firefighter Raises A Baby Magpie And Then 17 Ducks Show Up At His Door | The Dodo Heroes

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  • Опубликовано: 27 янв 2025

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  • @andrewroy9263
    @andrewroy9263 2 года назад +5307

    Ducks: "It's him, honey. It's the bird guy. We can have our kids here."

  • @shogunbj
    @shogunbj 2 года назад +4243

    Wow, this man is a firefighter. Not only he saves lives and properties, he saves animals in his private life. That is a true hero there.

    • @Jackmack365
      @Jackmack365 2 года назад +82

      You said it and he’s got the biggest beautiful heart too.

    • @mkatseal
      @mkatseal 2 года назад +30

      No that is a witch. And his familiars. And I'm into it

    • @TimeSurfer206
      @TimeSurfer206 2 года назад +34

      "If you have the ability, you have the responsibility."
      As I sit here and pet one of my 5 Rescue Cats.

    • @martywhitten3419
      @martywhitten3419 2 года назад +25

      @@TimeSurfer206 You're AWESOME!!!! Me and My Lady have 6 rescues in a two bedroom 🤪.... They bring so much love to Our Humble Abode.... I wouldn't change it for anything....

    • @stacyfrazierbauer8811
      @stacyfrazierbauer8811 2 года назад +25

      I also have rescues...mine are off the street though I have a cat room off the back of my house. I tnr but they come and go last I counted this winter was 16...right now I have a beautiful litter of 5 needing homes and then I'm fixing their mother. She's a keeper I love her.

  • @stephengavin2208
    @stephengavin2208 2 года назад +1168

    His house is worth every penny. The sunsets were amazing and that shot with the rainbow in the background was epic.

    • @jessicaaguirre1229
      @jessicaaguirre1229 2 года назад +10

      That's what living in another country is like

    • @jerelsalazar7959
      @jerelsalazar7959 2 года назад +19

      That's Australia. Where the better your scenery is, the deadlier the critters are. That's where prey animals seek shelter whenever they can. Insects, reptiles, mammals, etc all deadly

    • @joellewhite912
      @joellewhite912 Год назад +6

      @@jerelsalazar7959 Matt lives in NZ

    • @jerelsalazar7959
      @jerelsalazar7959 Год назад +2

      @@joellewhite912 a short distance away, right next door, same nature's concept of isolation induced defences

    • @_Krazy47
      @_Krazy47 Год назад

      I thought so as well…

  • @eqfs9455
    @eqfs9455 2 года назад +2736

    He’s like a Disney prince but better! What an absolute sweetheart of a human. So glad he has a steady stream of loving animals in his life.

    • @CrankyBarista
      @CrankyBarista 2 года назад +72

      As good looking as a prince as well 🥰

    • @alphaomega5909
      @alphaomega5909 2 года назад +33

      @@CrankyBarista Im in West Michigan, USA. I have 7 granddaughters. A couple Id like to match him up with,lol.

    • @Gwyndolinn
      @Gwyndolinn 2 года назад +25

      Beautiful story, beautiful man!

    • @CrankyBarista
      @CrankyBarista 2 года назад +5

      @@alphaomega5909 I understand why

    • @desireesanchez9665
      @desireesanchez9665 2 года назад +7

      HOTTER TOO!

  • @nimi92niro91
    @nimi92niro91 2 года назад +1752

    It's like Dad send these little "angels" to keep you company when he's gone.
    This got me all teared up 😢

    • @alexia3552
      @alexia3552 2 года назад +24

      oh now me too 😭

    • @camez2345
      @camez2345 2 года назад +43

      I have an uncle who I just adored - everyone did - and who passed too soon, but I'm convinced that he visits me through squirrels. Every day, rain, shine or snow, they're in my life, and they ALWAYS make me laugh. It's definitely him!

    • @liviwaslost
      @liviwaslost 2 года назад +15

      @@camez2345 I feel the same way with my grandma’s cardinal. My grandfather may have died before I was born, but he has still left a large impact on my life and I appreciate what he has done. I wish I could of met him.

    • @nicosoftnt
      @nicosoftnt 2 года назад +6

      @@liviwaslost Same with all my grandparents, I only met my grandma once through Skype as a kid

    • @JamesUmbrello
      @JamesUmbrello 2 года назад +10

      I've had a few people close to me pass away. I know birds are the messengers of angels/spirits.

  • @kevinshea6293
    @kevinshea6293 2 года назад +78

    Your father did a great job raising you for sure he's quite proud of you 😉

  • @joshthemediocre7824
    @joshthemediocre7824 2 года назад +1381

    seeing how his animals treat him allows us to see directly into his soul...He must have the patience of a saint to have a cat and a wild bird that love cuddling. No question his dad is proud of him, how could he not be, he raised a real man.

    • @gailhasler8435
      @gailhasler8435 2 года назад +44

      Absolutely right 👍😍

    • @mcarter9839
      @mcarter9839 2 года назад +19

      Just maybe he is a Saint?.... 😇🥰😇

    • @pauldwalker
      @pauldwalker 2 года назад +23

      that’s exactly it. they can sense his loving soul.

    • @sp-fl7qb
      @sp-fl7qb 2 года назад +28

      All people who love and care for animals are angels on earth
      They are doing God's work.

    • @CaughtSlackin_
      @CaughtSlackin_ 2 года назад

      @@sp-fl7qb not all. there are plenty of bad people who like and care about animals. hell look at Pablo escabar he had hippos and zebras and giraffes. loved animals but would kill you and your family if you looked at him sideways. ran drugs was a terrorist murderer. etc

  • @vodkarage8227
    @vodkarage8227 2 года назад +696

    If there is an afterlife, and your dad can see you, he is definitely proud of you. Heck, I'm not your dad, and I'm proud of you!

  • @patmash
    @patmash 2 года назад +4

    Animals can read people the best. It is obviously clear that this guy has a heart of GOLD! Truly one of a kind.

  • @potatobanana688
    @potatobanana688 2 года назад +662

    He’s like the Prince Charming of animals. He cares for the birds when nobody else wants to. He is literally a life saver.

  • @kcario
    @kcario 2 года назад +2085

    Handsome: ✔️
    Great accent: ✔️
    Author of children's book: ✔️
    Big heart: ✔️✔️✔️
    Dude is knocking it out of the park

    • @Quackert2
      @Quackert2 2 года назад +102

      The real question.... is he single? 🤔😏

    • @debbieappelhans9055
      @debbieappelhans9055 2 года назад +36

      Heat of gold Mr bird whisper, Angel 😇sent to help out God bless them all

    • @theuniverseisme432
      @theuniverseisme432 2 года назад +78

      Firefighter ✔️
      Sensitive ✔️
      Funny ✔️
      Give me this man

    • @EndritVj
      @EndritVj 2 года назад +12

      @@theuniverseisme432 That’s gae.

    • @2zwaantjes
      @2zwaantjes 2 года назад +48

      If he'd whistle at me like that I'd come flying in come hell or high water🤣🤣🤣

  • @CristinaF210
    @CristinaF210 2 года назад +101

    Wow this man is totally a bird whisper I mean birds with him are completely relaxed and actually WANT his company they are non stop chatty very loving with him too, the kisses the talks laying on their backs it's all love showing for h... this is incredible it's almost unbelievable and how incredibly lucky thus guy is ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @alexcollins71090
    @alexcollins71090 2 года назад +621

    It may sound crazy and I don't know how she was precisely able to communicate the concept, but I really feel like Swoop DID go out and tell other birds about this guy. So cool

    • @SuhSayuri
      @SuhSayuri 2 года назад +24

      I think the same!

    • @tracesmith4966
      @tracesmith4966 2 года назад +1

      Swoop more than likely did tell others. We have no science...but every critter video I watch...with millions of folks getting that magic on their phones....its clear most if not all creatures have emotions. The know fare,share,friendship with different species, kindness and love. Even a snake knows a human giving it water is only there to help...and in their reptilian brain....their thankful.

    • @alexcollins71090
      @alexcollins71090 2 года назад +28

      ​@@tracesmith4966 Exactly!! I've seen too many wildly varied positive interspecies interactions to think differently at this point. Just because we all don't share a common language doesn't mean there's no communication. Thanks for your comment!

    • @alexcollins71090
      @alexcollins71090 2 года назад +18

      @@SuhSayuri Thank you for agreeing!! Yeah, I've seen waaaay too many videos of interspecies interactions beyond just human and animal to not believe at this point that animals of different species can still communicate 'complex' ideas. Like, to say that 'hey go to this guy he's awesome' is actually pretty complicated!! Like, how do they give specific directions? Do other animals just see her doing well and then look to see where she's flying back to?? I don't know how it works but I've seen the results way too often lol.

    • @ooo_Kim_Chi_ooo
      @ooo_Kim_Chi_ooo 2 года назад +32

      @@alexcollins71090 I had a few Crow friends that I would feed every morning and everyday a few turned into like 30 coming every single morning. It was actually kind of funny. Then one day I went out side and there was a duck and 6 babies in my pool.

  • @j.artiste8596
    @j.artiste8596 2 года назад +463

    I wish I could tell this guy that Vikings belived that when someone died, a bird needed to take that person's soul to heaven... Swoop left when his dad died to set his soul free. She flew with him❣️

    • @MariaBareiss
      @MariaBareiss 2 года назад +52

      This is beautiful, but you've made me start crying again!

    • @timmys8823
      @timmys8823 2 года назад +28

      Yup right about it was Odin, they also thought it was the crows who were always on the battlefields who helped take to souls up to vallhala

    • @ingeabrahamsen4684
      @ingeabrahamsen4684 2 года назад +29

      @@timmys8823 I think it must have been ravens, as they were helt in high regard in norse mythology. Like Odins two ravens Hugin and Munin. Every morning they left Valhalla, flew out into the world, and returned in the evening. Then sat on Odins shoulders, and told him about everything that had been taking place in the world - both in Midgard (where humans lived) and in Asgard where the Gods dwelled.

    • @Miishachan
      @Miishachan 2 года назад +12

      That’s so beautiful…

    • @goldysalomon
      @goldysalomon 2 года назад +20

      This is incredible. When my mother passed away, a pigeon came to visit me every day, either on the balcony, or just sitting in the trees around my house, and I swear it was watching me. I had the feeling that it had something to do with her, but I always dismissed it. Thank you for sharing this information.

  • @carollunn3370
    @carollunn3370 2 года назад +53

    This is the coolest guy ever. I've rescued lots of cats & dogs all my life, took in mourning doves who were looking to nest., so I put up flower pots for them, bought dove food, and have watched them have little ones that fledged. I wait for them to be born & check daily like I'm the mom anticipating the birth. I think that is just an awesome thing you're doing, and you're so blessed to be part of their lives. Yeah, they put the word out... the nursing wildlife Dad. What cool relationships with the animals!" Not everybody gets this honor!!!! Keep up the great awesomeness!! They love you for it!!

    • @georgeweeman9057
      @georgeweeman9057 2 года назад +2

      You sound sweet, and loving yourself. Keep up the good work!

    • @carollunn3370
      @carollunn3370 2 года назад +1

      @@georgeweeman9057 Always been an animal lover. Thank you!!!

  • @hmdonohuehd
    @hmdonohuehd 2 года назад +745

    he's a keeper. eye candy and a humanitarian.

    • @epep50
      @epep50 2 года назад

      He's not a vegan, probably doesn't pass the sniff test for feminists and most feminists wouldn't pass his sniff test, lol.

    • @selectiveapathy
      @selectiveapathy 2 года назад

      Would bad looks take away from the “keeper” part? If so, youd be nothing but another shallow female.

    • @sameerolail
      @sameerolail 2 года назад +26

      I'd be his mate,and help him with the rescue mission.

    • @Skylerraspen
      @Skylerraspen 2 года назад +22

      And Australian if thats a plus for the women. Australia is so cool Honestly.

    • @GmailCom-hh6yq
      @GmailCom-hh6yq 2 года назад +18

      Hell, yes!! His eyes, smile, personality...hubba hubba hubba❤️... but I've got my Italian 💖....my soul mate on many levels

  • @gildamarzatico5696
    @gildamarzatico5696 2 года назад +770

    Matt is a special guy....thank God there are still people like him in this crazy world...there should be more

  • @tp1453
    @tp1453 2 года назад +5

    I believe that certain people have a special gift of communication with animals. Here’s another example. A lovely story.

  • @lisanidog8178
    @lisanidog8178 2 года назад +247

    Swoop definitively put the word out. It's great your cat likes your birds as friends and not as appetizers.

  • @The_KlaVra
    @The_KlaVra 2 года назад +253

    When he mentioned wanting to show his father his book and everything he done... It hit me like a bag of bricks.. So happy for him and all the animals...

    • @TheLegendary353
      @TheLegendary353 2 года назад +5

      Made me ugly cry

    • @candy2325
      @candy2325 2 года назад +6

      Made me tear up 🥺

    • @maryann_bekind
      @maryann_bekind 2 года назад +6

      I believe everything we do here is seen in heaven and I would go so far as to say that his father probably sent the bird Swoop to him. They helped each other heal and I believe that animals are sent to us from God when we need them. Beautiful man and a wonderful story.

    • @MariaBareiss
      @MariaBareiss 2 года назад

      Yeah, I'm sitting here missing my dad as well and crying...

  • @isaiahwelch8066
    @isaiahwelch8066 2 года назад +273

    It is a rare thing to find one's calling in life.
    Especially with aiding and rescuing animals.
    Good job, mate! The world needs more like ya!

    • @Mosesinmusic
      @Mosesinmusic 2 года назад +1

      The greatest calling is through Jesus Christ we can become children of God ❤️

  • @HEllis-qu5nn
    @HEllis-qu5nn 2 года назад +375

    When he talked about the duck bringing his "wife" to meet him...ahhhhh 🥰

    • @tanyasteers4802
      @tanyasteers4802 2 года назад +1

      Check out Pablo at ima surviver sanctuary he's the best

  • @saramorris1727
    @saramorris1727 2 года назад +134

    This man refers to the duck's mate as his "wife". Adorable all round.

  • @Theomite
    @Theomite Год назад +1

    Some people live their best lives. This guy is living *The Best Life.*

  • @Jaro-ij7lg
    @Jaro-ij7lg 2 года назад +193

    He is like a bird whisperer. They know him and he knows them. They gravitate towards him naturally.

    • @idenpropovad1034
      @idenpropovad1034 2 года назад +6

      Why does this not have more likes take my energy sir

    • @hmfoden
      @hmfoden 2 года назад

      Radagast

  • @mikefriend1514
    @mikefriend1514 2 года назад +267

    What a totally rewarding life. Something his Dad would be very proud of I’m sure.

  • @eloerch7
    @eloerch7 11 месяцев назад +3

    The matter of fact of "because im her Dad" was spot on.

  • @kpeezyforsheezy
    @kpeezyforsheezy 2 года назад +284

    Everything in nature has its own way of speaking and knowing - animals, bugs, plants, even grass - it’s just up to us if we’re open enough to understand it.
    Much love to this gentleman for not only understanding but taking the initiative to step up and help.
    This is definitely one of my favorite Dodo stories now. ♥️

    • @spark_6710
      @spark_6710 2 года назад +5

      👍👍💜🥁🐉🎤🎶💘💞

    • @slitten33
      @slitten33 2 года назад +5

      Well said!

    • @TommyGetTheBag
      @TommyGetTheBag 2 года назад +2

      I love trees and just saw a video on how trees communicate bk and forth. I loved it and I've always loved animals and nature. I'm thrilled to be able to keep learning facts through the internet...

    • @jaclynpavlica69
      @jaclynpavlica69 2 года назад +2

      Beautifully written love ❤️🙏🏼🎉😎 !!!

    • @spark_6710
      @spark_6710 2 года назад

      @@TommyGetTheBag 👍👍💜🥁🐉🎤💞

  • @Tassie85
    @Tassie85 2 года назад +76

    Wow. This guy obviously has a heart as gorgeous as the rest of him. What a great life!

    • @susand9296
      @susand9296 2 года назад +4

      He's living his best life by the sea with his animals, and he sure deserves every bit of it! x

  • @pamelacullinane
    @pamelacullinane 9 месяцев назад +2

    It’s a beautiful thing when a human being finds its true purpose❤

  • @StarNetworkRescue
    @StarNetworkRescue 2 года назад +357

    nice guys ...so adorable 🦅🦅

    • @daxabenmodi3562
      @daxabenmodi3562 2 года назад +1

      True...

    • @daxabenmodi3562
      @daxabenmodi3562 2 года назад

      @@adfa6109 Yes

    • @adfa6109
      @adfa6109 2 года назад

      @@daxabenmodi3562
      You have to say the Shahadah and believe in it without a doubt to accept Islam and become Muslim.

    • @adfa6109
      @adfa6109 2 года назад

      @@daxabenmodi3562
      The translation of the Shahadah:
      I bear witness that there is no God worthy of worship but Allah.
      And I bear witness that Muhammad is the messenger of Allah.

    • @adfa6109
      @adfa6109 2 года назад

      @@daxabenmodi3562
      The Shahada:
      ASH-HADU ALLA ILAHA ILLA ALLAH WA ASH-HADU ANNA MUHAMMADAN RASULU ALLAH

  • @MissTiff84
    @MissTiff84 2 года назад +213

    His dad would no doubt be proud of him. I firmly believe in signs from the other side and things like this are absolutely beautiful. We had a stray cat come into our lives the same year my dad was diagnosed with terminal cancer as well and I feel like these animals are sent to help us navigate tough times. (Yes we still have the cat, hes currently looking out our window) 🧡

    • @Catmom2004
      @Catmom2004 2 года назад +3

      I am sorry for the loss of your dad. May happy memories comfort you as time goes on. 💓

    • @violetsrayreikishop2
      @violetsrayreikishop2 2 года назад +1

      Yes animals can see spirits and communicate with them I'm a medium and my cat always warns me when something is gonna happen or if someone is around that shouldn't be my cat even can sense where portals have formed, I find it crazy some people still think the spirit real is fake they'd be surprised if they lived in my shoes for one day.

    • @wilsonrawlin8547
      @wilsonrawlin8547 2 года назад

      Intangible Ram
      No doubt. God sent Ravens to him with food. I'm sure God can still send animals to help people today.

  • @jordanbutler3422
    @jordanbutler3422 2 года назад +106

    Your dad is extremely proud of you ! He's in heaven watching over and sending you all the birds and ducks and everything with feathers in need. 😊

  • @guneeta7896
    @guneeta7896 2 года назад +230

    Beautiful! What an amazing human. And I can’t help but notice, so many different species in love here. We are all connected 🌼

    • @spark_6710
      @spark_6710 2 года назад +5

      INDEED !!! WELL SAID !! 👍👍👏💘💜🥁🐉🎤🎶💞

    • @spark_6710
      @spark_6710 2 года назад +1

      @Elastic Fantastic 👍💜🥁🐉🎤🎶💞

    • @TommyGetTheBag
      @TommyGetTheBag 2 года назад

      Yes we are all connected. Mostly good.

  • @Erizedd
    @Erizedd 2 года назад +75

    Man.. a guy that's gorgeous, has a heart of gold, and is great with animals! 😍 Also, I thought he looked familiar - I think a while back I saw the video on here of him raising Swoop, too. The Bird Whisperer, it seems! 😄

    • @behemothsbaby
      @behemothsbaby 2 года назад +1

      Same here. I heard his wonderful Kiwi accent and remembered him!

    • @behemothsbaby
      @behemothsbaby 2 года назад

      @@adfa6109 No. I respectfully decline.

  • @karoonboomie2813
    @karoonboomie2813 2 года назад +11

    I absolutely love men that express their true hearts to animals, so tender, soft & pure!
    Thank you for sharing & caring animal love

  • @camez2345
    @camez2345 2 года назад +51

    😂😂😂 This story is the best! Just when you think it's winding down, he's like, "And THEN, I introduced the bird to my cat and they snuggled....And THEN, there were ducks at my door and they had a family...And THEN a stranger said she met my first bird....And THEN, we wrote a book..."
    Can't wait to see what's next! Great story.

  • @EliMardirossian
    @EliMardirossian 2 года назад +129

    i'm literally in TEARS wtf... also like this is further proof firefighters are literal angels!!

  • @ivanmitchell9207
    @ivanmitchell9207 2 года назад +4

    Your dad is very happy with you looking from above on his beloved son

  • @liliom3835
    @liliom3835 2 года назад +136

    I love this guy, his dad and this beautiful story. Makes me think there's hope for human kind

    • @dannymate1209
      @dannymate1209 2 года назад +2

      There always was and always will be. Just gotta stop looking at the negatives :)

    • @rockizocki1430
      @rockizocki1430 2 года назад +1

      @@dannymate1209 Damn Right

    • @givemefreedom2359
      @givemefreedom2359 2 года назад

      @@adfa6109 There you go...at least you're not just targeting the women in this one.
      Don't think you'll find many takers bud...but hey, whatever floats your boat.
      God bless

    • @givemefreedom2359
      @givemefreedom2359 2 года назад

      @@dannymate1209 and turn OFF the tv!!!

    • @dannymate1209
      @dannymate1209 2 года назад

      @@givemefreedom2359 all technology yep

  • @lisanidog8178
    @lisanidog8178 2 года назад +99

    Yup! Animals know who they can trust and pal around with even wild.

    • @jaclynpavlica69
      @jaclynpavlica69 2 года назад +1

      It’s amazing what love and respect accomplishes ❤️💪🏼🙏🏼🎉😎

    • @lisanidog8178
      @lisanidog8178 2 года назад +1

      @@jaclynpavlica69 exactly. I like how you added in respect in addition to love. Love always comes easier when you also respect and animals deserve respect.

    • @jaclynpavlica69
      @jaclynpavlica69 2 года назад

      @@lisanidog8178 You got that right sweet human ❤️😎🙏🏼.

    • @lisanidog8178
      @lisanidog8178 2 года назад

      @@jaclynpavlica69 thanks.

  • @meganhuggins7494
    @meganhuggins7494 2 года назад +30

    My uncle was a ‘bird’ guy, it was magical to watch his relationship with them. It’s a gift! 🥰

  • @skittles3310
    @skittles3310 2 года назад +61

    What a lovely man. His dad was definitely so very proud of him!

  • @blackraven763
    @blackraven763 2 года назад +283

    Gorgeous man and Gorgeous animals!! He clearly has a good soul when all these animals gravitate to him. The magpies, ducks, cat are all so adorable 😍 💖 💕 🤗😘

    • @cupidok2768
      @cupidok2768 2 года назад +5

      Where is this man

    • @rubytuesday5412
      @rubytuesday5412 2 года назад +8

      @@cupidok2768 ~ I can hear Australian or New Zealand accent.
      Just saw NZ written on his teeshirt.

    • @oddfcherry
      @oddfcherry 2 года назад

      @@cupidok2768 random

    • @cupidok2768
      @cupidok2768 2 года назад +1

      @@oddfcherry not. Relative

    • @graziedashing7095
      @graziedashing7095 2 года назад +2

      @@cupidok2768 google his book titled swoop

  • @cindim.martinez9476
    @cindim.martinez9476 2 года назад +40

    What an angel! His dad is so proud of him.

  • @robertgoss4842
    @robertgoss4842 2 года назад +128

    Kind of a tough story about your dad passing, then Swoop soon thereafter returning to the wild. But logical and balanced, in the grand scheme of things, I think. From rescuing a bird to co-authoring a book with a fine artist! In your video, you seem to be the exact kind of chap to bring all this about.

  • @y_fam_goeglyd
    @y_fam_goeglyd 2 года назад +54

    That guy's a keeper! Whoever is lucky enough to catch such a wonderful man, work hard to never let him go. You'll never find anyone better 💕 A true gent and a real good bloke!

  • @xsty1968
    @xsty1968 Год назад +5

    Magpie Madness - you’ve become “every Dad” for your Father! Lovely !!

  • @broodyraccoon1
    @broodyraccoon1 2 года назад +61

    Gorgeous, magpies àre loyal, funny little critters that people severely underestimate. I've had a few magpie families visit over the years and can only say it's magic to interact with them .

  • @rhondatrujillo-lambert3289
    @rhondatrujillo-lambert3289 2 года назад +78

    This man is absolutely what " human " should be !! Kind, caring, compassionate !! Thank you !!

  • @Brovillion559
    @Brovillion559 2 года назад +1

    I think your calling is helping ppl heal, the birds and creatures are just a vessel. This guy should be on the front page. If the world paid more attention to the great things like this, we wouldn’t think we lived in a terrible place.

  • @joanhoffman3702
    @joanhoffman3702 2 года назад +22

    A firefighter and an animal rescuer. What a great guy!

  • @IYeleven
    @IYeleven 2 года назад +44

    If I ever get married, it has to be someone with such a warm and caring heart like this gentleman 💖

    • @haar637
      @haar637 2 года назад

      Don't make kids though, our world is already overcrowded

    • @lexsmith1285
      @lexsmith1285 2 года назад

      @@haar637 no india is overcrowded

  • @bored588
    @bored588 Год назад +1

    his dad would be extremely proud of him!! almost cried when he mentioned that he had passed and he just wanted to call him, same man, same.

  • @Just_Pele
    @Just_Pele 2 года назад +47

    We have a raven guest whom we rescued. He was roughed up by a cat so we patched him up, watched him for a few weeks, then set him free. But he never went further than the backyard and decided to live on the deck for safety and companionship, so I made him a nice big nesting box and stuffed it with a blanket, old shirts, and most importantly a weatherproof warming pad, and that's where he sleeps. He can come and go as he pleases though, so he spends his time hunting and flying around, then comes back to turn in for the night. In the mornings we have breakfast on the deck, and he sits on me and enjoys his toast and fruit while telling me about what's been going on, plus he regularly needs to check on us when we're outside walking around.

    • @surfinganonymously
      @surfinganonymously 2 года назад +2

      That is so lovely! I’m so happy for you that you get to enjoy his company. :)

    • @givemefreedom2359
      @givemefreedom2359 2 года назад +1

      You're awesome...thank you for sharing this and may I say...that k you from your winged friend! ❤

    • @susand9296
      @susand9296 2 года назад

      Love the pic from The Crow...

    • @biff5856
      @biff5856 6 месяцев назад

      Fabulous. How fortunate you are. I could really use something like that in my life right now.

  • @TheGamesClub.
    @TheGamesClub. 2 года назад +8

    A person destined to help and save lives. Truly a blessed fellow human being.

  • @JackMontana69
    @JackMontana69 2 года назад +33

    HE WILL BE A GREAT AND AWESOME DAD OF HIS OWN KIDS NOT JUST FOR THE ANIMALS.
    ... AND THAT'S FOR SURE

  • @cindygrout3743
    @cindygrout3743 2 года назад +105

    What a Beautiful story. He is Amazing. So sorry for the loss of his Father🙏 I hope he keeps helping the animals. God Bless him❤

    • @spark_6710
      @spark_6710 2 года назад +1

      👍👍💜🥁🐉🎤🎶💘💞

    • @adspur
      @adspur 2 года назад +3

      Part of me wonders if his father sent any of those birds his way.He’s an amazing guy.

    • @spark_6710
      @spark_6710 2 года назад +1

      @@adspur 👍👍💜🥁🐉🎤🎶💞

    • @adfa6109
      @adfa6109 2 года назад

      @@adspur
      I invite you to accept Islam as your religion.
      Do you want to accept Islam as your religion?

  • @Jazz_Tamatea
    @Jazz_Tamatea 2 года назад +15

    @3:03 "What do you think you're doing" 🤣
    Yes I think Swoop did put the word out to the other birdies in the area 😋
    Kia ora Matt! Thanks for everything you do to help both humans & animals out.
    You're an outstanding human being and I'm certain good karma and good vibes will always be looking for you.

  • @joshrakestraw3319
    @joshrakestraw3319 2 года назад +55

    What a phenomenal human being. I dare people say we are all a bad rotten bunch, there's plenty of wonderful souls in this world to give us hope for our kind ❤

    • @FATillery
      @FATillery 2 года назад +1

      Indeed, my friend...indeed.

    • @KENTUCKYUSA1
      @KENTUCKYUSA1 2 года назад +2

      Yes, and thank you for saying so.

    • @TheworldiseffdUP
      @TheworldiseffdUP 2 года назад +2

      I am one of "your kind".... any animal that needs help, I'm there!

    • @adfa6109
      @adfa6109 2 года назад

      @@FATillery
      I invite you to accept Islam as your religion.
      Do you want to accept Islam as your religion?

    • @FATillery
      @FATillery 2 года назад

      @@adfa6109 Thank you but, no. I do not believe in the 'Gods' of mankind or their associated religions. If there is (was) a creator of the universe and Earth, it was done to bring life only, not to divide or control life. Humans seem to be much more concerned with dividing and controlling life. Again, I thank you for your offer.

  • @mikeymike758
    @mikeymike758 2 года назад +61

    Don't try to figure it out or explain his connection with the wildlife.
    Just embrace it 😁
    I'm sure a part of his Dad's soul is in each of these animals! 😁

    • @Cats.Got.My.Tongue
      @Cats.Got.My.Tongue 2 года назад +5

      It made me think of that saying; “When feathers🪶appear…angels are near” He is definitely an Earth Angel😇💕

    • @mikeymike758
      @mikeymike758 2 года назад +2

      @@Cats.Got.My.Tongue Well said. 😁

  • @marlee5385
    @marlee5385 7 месяцев назад +1

    A true firefighter who rescues all creatures great and small

  • @waterbird91
    @waterbird91 2 года назад +205

    Condolences on the passing of your father first of all. Those birds are beautiful, intelligent and precious.. Saving any animal makes one feel good. This is a great video, hope you sell lots of books and possibly enough to donate wild bird sanctuaries. Children need to be taught about love for ever living creature out there. They must ,at all costs be discouraged from hunting because animals lives matter. Your book should be in the classrooms of schools.

    • @carollunn3370
      @carollunn3370 2 года назад +6

      Definitley!!!!! Agree!!!

    • @georgeweeman9057
      @georgeweeman9057 2 года назад +2

      Are you vegan or vegetarian?

    • @rosesareredbutzerglingssti9290
      @rosesareredbutzerglingssti9290 2 года назад +6

      @@georgeweeman9057 Protecting the wild life in our world is important, you fool!

    • @georgeweeman9057
      @georgeweeman9057 2 года назад +1

      @@rosesareredbutzerglingssti9290 I wasnt being sarcastic with my question; it's usually a view given by Vegans and/or Vegetarians. Enquiring information isnt foolish, but name calling is rude.

    • @rosesareredbutzerglingssti9290
      @rosesareredbutzerglingssti9290 2 года назад +2

      @@georgeweeman9057 Sorry about that, but not everyone that defends *_wild_* life needs to be vegetarian or vegan.

  • @georgespalding7640
    @georgespalding7640 2 года назад +22

    My God this handsome man has a big heart. God bless him and his Critters.

  • @nikiTricoteuse
    @nikiTricoteuse Год назад +2

    Dang. I'm a little bit in love rn. So proud that this guy is a kiwi, can only imagine how proud his dad is.

  • @bathsheba.b8656
    @bathsheba.b8656 2 года назад +19

    4 minutes and 38 seconds of sheer joy and non stop smiling. Thanks for this lovely video.

  • @EA-mj5nu
    @EA-mj5nu 2 года назад +73

    This such a precious story I started crying when he said swoop had left to make her life idk why 😔but at the same time I’m happy she is being wild as she should 💕!! Be safe!

    • @cherylkruisheer3267
      @cherylkruisheer3267 2 года назад +6

      He treated her like a parent loves their child. You raise, love them, make them to be independent, then they fly the nest as they should. That must have been the way he was raised.

    • @givemefreedom2359
      @givemefreedom2359 2 года назад +2

      I teared up a bit myself. It was just THAT touching. 😊

    • @lenisnorre1441
      @lenisnorre1441 2 года назад +1

      Swoop had to leave, to tell all the other birds her story..as this wonderful man said, and then all the different birds showed up. That artist did a wonderful thing with presenting proud daddy her art. And that book is a cherry on top of it all. I I would have loved, to see, that daddy and artist fall in love. But that would be far too perfect, to believe it

  • @karonnemetz7376
    @karonnemetz7376 Год назад +2

    Another handsome Firefighter 👩‍🚒

  • @jenmarks6594
    @jenmarks6594 2 года назад +23

    Gorgeous, sweet, incredibly kind with a killer smile and is an animal lover and rescuer! Matt IS the perfect man!!!!!

    • @jackie1502
      @jackie1502 2 года назад +9

      Most firemen make very good husbands and they have a big heart and very good looking

    • @D-Z321
      @D-Z321 2 года назад +1

      @@jackie1502 😂 what a generalization

  • @yakkidiyak
    @yakkidiyak 2 года назад +22

    OMG… crying first thing in the morning 😭 Beautiful story Dodo!

  • @juliataylor4385
    @juliataylor4385 Год назад +2

    What an amazing person. You are an Angel.

  • @emikotagahushi941
    @emikotagahushi941 2 года назад +30

    Zoe's voice is so cute. Such a sweet story - I bet he was right and Swoop went and told all the birds about him lol.

  • @amberstamp1965
    @amberstamp1965 2 года назад +13

    WOW this man has such a beautiful soul!! Swoop totally went out and told all her friends about her daddy, and I believe his dad is definitely watching over him and proud of the man he is🥰❤

  • @donaldminton9295
    @donaldminton9295 2 года назад +7

    Caring for a wild animal brings a special childlike twinkle back into our heart. It's an honor to gain a birds trust and a pleasure to make an impact on something so majestic

  • @SuperWittleGuy
    @SuperWittleGuy 2 года назад +64

    Wow, what a story! Bruh, you inspire me! And LOL, All those animals already knew that you were the type of a good human soul that they could come to you for help, guidance and love. You're a magnet, dude! ;) What a great video today!

    • @givemefreedom2359
      @givemefreedom2359 2 года назад

      What an awesome compliment. YOU are special right alongside him. 😊❤

  • @mj6962
    @mj6962 2 года назад +42

    What a great story. I’ve always loved birds. When I lived in Miami we always had tons of Muscovy ducks and I absolutely loved them. We don’t have them back here in Indiana though. But I’ve raised robins and sparrows and ducks as well and it’s always a very special blessing every time.

  • @henryhercules4920
    @henryhercules4920 Год назад +11

    This has to be one of the sweetest things I've seen in a while. What an amazing gift they are to each other.

  • @palpichulo6969
    @palpichulo6969 2 года назад +161

    Honestly I didn't even know birds could behave like that. Thats incredible

    • @Nclght
      @Nclght 2 года назад

      Magpies, crows, ravens and jays ie corvids are extremely smart. From the net...
      "Scientists compare the intelligence of crows to that of a seven-year-old human child. Crows, ravens, and other corvids are the only non-primates that make tools. Crows are capable of abstract reasoning, complex problem-solving, and group decision-making."
      Not only do they understand complex properties like water displacement...will wait to use a token to receive more food instead of using the token to get less yet immediate food but a recent study showed they exhibit altruism when scientist, attempting to track magpies, witnessed other magpie flock members removing trackers off the bird being tracked.
      There's also a fascinating video where a mother and daughter, who feed local crows, were given many shiny items from the crows as repayment/gifts...the daughter's collection of gifts is very interesting indeed...i guess the birds believe we favor shiny objects. lol

    • @ampolcyn1
      @ampolcyn1 2 года назад +18

      It’s probably based off of intelligence. Magpies are actually really smart so I would imagine the have the ability to form connections with people

    • @Tao_Tology
      @Tao_Tology 2 года назад +13

      Magpies, crows, ravens are very smart. They remember people, too, and if you are helpful.

    • @camez2345
      @camez2345 2 года назад

      @@Tao_Tology Poor crows are getting hit by the H5N1 bird flu that's plowing through the US...the world. It's mostly water fowl, chickens and turkeys (in cramped factory farming conditions, surprise surprise) and birds of prey. Not sure how crows got roped in. It's sad about all of them -- TENS of MILLIONS(!) of chickens and turkeys have been preemtively euthanized by a method called "ventilation shutdown." Look it up (and then give up meat!), it's not pretty.
      It doesn't appear to affect songbirds, and is said to be way less transmissible to humans than other bird flus, which is good.
      Still, such a heartbreak of a disaster. Killing birds that we made so we could eat them. Killing them because while they were alive, we kept them in such crowded, unhealthy filth that the virus was able to spread like wildfire and become superaggressive. Another winning strategy courtesy of homo sapiens 😣

    • @TheEfeham325
      @TheEfeham325 2 года назад +3

      Corvids are incredibly intelligent! I love them.

  • @justincase2281
    @justincase2281 2 года назад +29

    The living embodiment of Dr. Dolittle. But he does ALOT! Good man, to be sure.
    Sorry for your loss. Been there, and my animals helped me get through it too. Keep up the good work, young man. You're a hero.👍

  • @RightOne1
    @RightOne1 2 года назад +3

    Lets praise the cat too, graciously bearing being 'somewhat neglected'

  • @erikad0511
    @erikad0511 2 года назад +52

    Saves humans and animal lives, while being that good looking ! Someone is gonna be lucky to get him as a partner :)

    • @susanbaker-schloth1152
      @susanbaker-schloth1152 2 года назад +3

      Yeah, that 's my thought, precisely.. what a sweetie, Aussie, sounds like...
      ..

    • @1kallay
      @1kallay 2 года назад

      @@susanbaker-schloth1152 100% Aussie

  • @macrichardson7904
    @macrichardson7904 2 года назад +26

    This guy is awesome !! Hope there is a wonderful man or woman out there who truly appreciates how special he is.

  • @kmnunu
    @kmnunu Год назад +6

    Wow, what a blessing! This is definitely his calling and a very fulfilling one. Swoosh blesses their lives and the lives of everyone else she has chosen to imprint on. Beautiful!

  • @tinylite4964
    @tinylite4964 2 года назад +68

    You're a smashing chap - bet your dad is looking down and loving you and your ever increasing flock! Carry on! The birds need you!!!!!!

  • @Supadupacream33
    @Supadupacream33 2 года назад +15

    What a lovely gift from his dad , send him all those birds. I’m sure he’s so proud !

  • @AstolfoCh
    @AstolfoCh 2 года назад +18

    Damn, the way she nodded and shook her head whilst answering his questions is just heart warming

  • @elaineisabelle427
    @elaineisabelle427 2 года назад +21

    What a nice guy & absolutely gorgeous! Keep up the good work.

  • @markg1490
    @markg1490 2 года назад +29

    What a great story. Purchased your book for my grandkids. Thanks for sharing your story with us.

    • @markg1490
      @markg1490 2 года назад +3

      To add to this. The book is awesome and the illustrations are beautiful!

  • @cjp592
    @cjp592 2 года назад +8

    I understand his loss. It’s hard. Angels can come from anywhere of any species. ❤️

  • @dianec.287
    @dianec.287 2 года назад +23

    Kinda sad that Swoop left Matt, definitely bittersweet! But I get that Swoop wanted to thrive in her natural habitat and I am glad Matt prepared her. So happy that he was there to help Swoop when they needed each other.
    Matt if you read this, you are an amazing person! Thank you for all the work you do! Zoe is lucky to have you watch over her. I think all birds know your there to help! ❤️🐧

  • @JasonCarney.
    @JasonCarney. 2 года назад +8

    The way Magpies lie on their backs is adorable 💜

  • @melaniestarkey7868
    @melaniestarkey7868 2 года назад +5

    This is so heart warming what a beautiful person you are

    • @stephanprimeau6150
      @stephanprimeau6150 Год назад

      I wholeheartedly agree. It is nice to know there are still good people with big hearts down here on Earth. When I watched this clip, I just wanted to jump in the screen and give Matt a great big hug.

  • @leahdawn3477
    @leahdawn3477 2 года назад +4

    I think it was your dad sending you all the birds after swoop. He knew it was good for and it was your calling. It helped on both ends. You're amazing. Keep up the good work.

  • @rizingpho3nix
    @rizingpho3nix 2 года назад +55

    As human beings we tend to forget that animals are just like us. Yes there's a language barrier and even a species barrier but there are some languages that don't need words such as kindness, empathy, and love. Animals have this instinct to avoid humans but more often they're starting to realize that all humans aren't dangerous. A lot of us are intrigued and want to understand, help, and love them too. I genuinely believe that these birds not only have seen him with other birds but have gotten word from other birds about this incredible man. Love knows no bounds.

    • @mikethats4thebirds600
      @mikethats4thebirds600 2 года назад +1

      ALL birds are loving and beautiful with their own personalities, as this man has proven. Now lets stop eating the ducks, chickens and turkeys, they're just as precious and there's no need to harm them. Hopefully this guy rescues those birds too by keeping them off his plate -- and all other sentient beings on land & in ocean ;)

    • @violetsrayreikishop2
      @violetsrayreikishop2 2 года назад +1

      @@mikethats4thebirds600 nope chicken and turkey taste good if you wanna keep one as a pet go ahead just as people keep cows and pigs as pets we can still eat them

    • @ConstantChaos1
      @ConstantChaos1 Год назад

      Well with a corvid there isn't even a full language barrier, they can understand and speak English they just have to learn (no there's no barbaric surgery involved they just have to learn)

  • @imsleepingbeauty
    @imsleepingbeauty Год назад +6

    Wow! He's gorgeous, and he loves animals. That's it..... I'm moving to Australia ❤

  • @1105pitbull
    @1105pitbull 2 года назад +5

    You just never know where one small act of kindness will lead you. Well done.

  • @TEEJAYBOS
    @TEEJAYBOS 2 года назад +2

    At 2:42 that sunset view is beautiful, bless u for caring 🙏🏽 touching video

  • @pumpjackpiddlewick
    @pumpjackpiddlewick 2 года назад +17

    Such a beautiful story. The understanding and empathy of birds is truly amazing! Thank you for sharing. I have become very aware of how empathic ducks are, so it makes sense that all or most birds are. They truly understand when you need emotional support or are hurting. It was quite an eye-opener for me. If you are ever lucky enough to have a bird in your life, this is certainly a bonus side to be aware of.

  • @sugarcookieP
    @sugarcookieP 2 года назад +4

    2:52 I love how we'd think that the cat was the next animal he meets but it then comically pans to the duck next to it 😂

  • @brittywren2877
    @brittywren2877 2 года назад +1

    Condolences on the passing of your dad. Congratulations on your book. As a parent I can 100% say Dad would be pproud. You're a beautiful soul when animals come to you for help.