Our cats get a full health check-up
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 12 พ.ค. 2024
- It's time for our cats' yearly health checkup. It's a little more expensive than our last vet, but they seem pretty good and we like them so far.
0:00 - 2:22 Catching Pichi
2:22 - 3:01 Catching our other cats
3:01 - 3:14 To the vet
3:14 - 4:34 Home!
4:34 - 5:15 Nagi's results
5:15 - 5:51 Haku's results
5:51 - 7:56 Poki's results
7:56 - 9:35 Pichi's results
9:35 - 12:17 Cost breakdown
12:17 - 13:22 More of cats
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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.
I have one in my neck 😭😭😭😭😭😭
My cat also has some lumps on her back I took her to the vet for a checkup turns out she's just fat 😭
Poki is so cute
I have one in one of my... actually, idk...
Ove seen older dogs with fatty lumps on their body too.
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.
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!
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.
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.
@@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.
@@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.
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.
Catsism? 🤨
@@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.
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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 💜
Bunnies and birds are notorious for hiding symptoms too; for them because they're prey animals (I've only had small birds).
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 😭😭
@@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.
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
My 4 year old cat, got a (TR), to four teeth 😭... In December, see a doctor again 🙄
Pichi has come lightyears from where she was, it makes me cry happy tears seeing her snuggle with all the cats and being petted 😭❤️❤️❤️
Don't forget licking Rachel's hand 🥺
@@balentay yes that means she loves Rachel.
@@dianaellul9345 How can you not?
Such a big step!!
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. 💛
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.
They can also be impossible to let us check them! Let alone give them any treatments to help them deal with those health issues.
Yeah, cats are very stoic about pain.
@@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
poki is my emotional support cat too tbh
I believe yearly check-ups are mandatory in Japan
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.
Rachel and Jun were truly the miracles she needed. It restores a little faith in humanity to see such loving people.
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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
Yes the cat cuddle puddle is so heartwarming I loved it !
"Poki is my biological child" Rachel gets it
This was my favorite part
Poki’s screams are a comfort to my soul.
I see it kinda as Poki choosing to be the loudest to assert dominance somehow.
@@anthonynelson6671 keep telling yourself that buddy
@@flonny1340 What's that even supposed to mean?
@@anthonynelson6671 oh yk
@@flonny1340 no, I do not, 😕🤔
Pichi: meow
Rachel: Pichi are you okay? U traumatized?
Poki: MEOW DRAMATICALLY
Rachel: Pfff u just hungry
Lol
Poki simply has one setting: hungry
Poki: Scream meowing repeatedly
Rachel and Jun: Oh good, he's normal
There are two kinds of people.
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. 😟
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
Cats routinely live until 18-20 in Japan, so don't worry at all!
@@swish043 Most indoor cats live to that age, regardless of country
My cat is 13 and still spritely as hell! No worries, cats live pretty long lives when theyre well taken care of!
Ty everyone for the reassurance 😭 happy to hear our boy Haku will continue to live his best life
The way theyre happy and well taken care of is honestly a sign the cats might even outlive the usual age
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.
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.
I think once Pichi got those teeth removed she felt so much better! She even got more comfortable with the other babies
So much better! My old man had to have all but 3 fangs out, and now when he wants attention *he bites me!*
I’m a vet nurse and am astonished at the low cost 😳 where I am (Australia) a dental clean without extractions is $700 aud 😬
Same! I work as a vet nurse in Singapore and im astounded to hear an echo only costs $40??
bro in america that's 1K
I was a vet nurse and a dental clean can easily be 1k to 2k
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.
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.
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! ❤
Seeing all four of them curled up together put the biggest smile on my face....😊
The kitten puddle was so awesome 🎉😂😊
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."
Loving the warrior cats reference
Love the screen rant, Pitch meeting reference.
The Warrior Cats reference is beautiful
@@LunaRayArclight Man, those books are so fun. I'm in my 40s and I still love them.
Pichi's going to need us to get all the way off her back. ;-)
I remember when Pichi was just rescued, so happy to see her become more and more comfortable
Add me to the list of people whose hearts were melted by the shot of Pichi sleeping in a protective puddle of lorge boys.
I first read log boys and it was oddly fitting
Pichi and Haku cuddling is all I needed this holiday season 💝
Also shows off what a giant Haku is!
Nothing could bring me more joy right now.
Love to see them together 🥰
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 🐈⬛💚
Same. When she listed the prices for teeth removal I was shocked! To remove two teeth here (Norway) would be around $400 alone!
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?!
Lol a base vet visit here is like $90-150 so I'd be stoked at your prices (but yes JP is next level)
Yes! We paid $1500 for ONE cat’s checkup and teeth cleaning/extraction. What great prices they have in Japan!
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!
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.
I'm so sorry for your loss! I still mourn the cats I've lost..
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 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
@@chrissy24-7 Condolences. Sorry for your loss, RIP Truffle..💛 What matters is that she had a good life!
I'm so sorry Truffle isn't still with you, and I'm so glad she had you.
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!
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!!!
Pichi seems like a whole new cat! so much more relaxed and at ease.
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
The final shot with Pichi face down in all the fluff, she's truly living the life
So cute to see Pichi cuddling in a cat pile. Thank you for rescuing her.
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!
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.
@@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.
😊
@@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.
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.
When Pichi licked your hand I wanted to cry. She's come so far from when y'all first found her!
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.
Thank you for the timing because I'm having the absolutely worst day and just immediately hearing Poki scream really helped :')
Keep your head up, b. ❤️
Poki's scream honestly makes me so happy 😁 I definitely have a soft spot for the loud boy ever since they rescued him ♡
If Rachel and Jun made a compilation vid of poki screaming I wouldn't mind 🥺👉👈 asmr poki screams
We need antistress app on mobile thone with Poki's fotos and meows)
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
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. ❤
I loved seeing how much confidence pichi has now. Seeing her lick you and accept pets is so heart warming
AWWWW all 4 cats snuggling together was the sweetest! The 3 bros protecting their baby sister~ ❤❤❤❤
Oh my gosh you’re right! My heart 🥹
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
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 😭
my rabbit's vet quoted $650 here in the northeast US for a spay, holy moly
I had the same experience!!! I had to pay 500 to get my kitty's heart murmur checked!
@@radicaledward8969 I did that just yesterday and it ended up being $584 💀
@@savannahlawson2869 im so glad you take such good care of your kitty!! the expenses are so hard :((((
Just like Jschlatts twitch chat said, Pet insurance. 🧐
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 🥰
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) ❤
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
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 😀
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.
im so sorry for your loss
The way Rachel loves that dumpster cat 😺🤣
Love seeing how comfortable Pichi is now! ❤
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!
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!
Peachy and Poki being soulmates always makes my day better
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.
Pichi in the cuddle pile with her three brothers just warmed my heart right up on this cold cold day!
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.
Video opens, Poki: mreeeow.
Me: my day is made.
Considering he didn't have breakfast this was quite a subdued miaow, wasn't it?
She's mentioned that they lower the volume of his meows when editing the videos. I still want a full volume Poki meow video 😅
Seems like Rachel and Jun's cats are being well cared for. They all seem to enjoy being around their owners all the time.
Right?!
I’ve missed Poki’s screams- nothings more comforting then him screaming for food.
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. 🥰
So it was Pichi's teeth all along 🥺
I'm so glad seeing her comfortable around you and the other cats now!
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!
That giant puddle of cats at the end, all snuggling each other, was just adorable.
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.
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!
Same here in Finland. It is about 300 euros per bloodwork *sigh*.
It's so nice to see Pichi being more relaxed. Seeing her be more snuggly and out in the open makes me happy.
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
seeing them all laying together?!?! I CANT HANDLE IT.
Rachel having to execute persistence hunting on Pichi is just XD
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.
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. 😲
a good trick is to leave the crates open with their fave blankies in them in the weeks before vet visit
My cat crates are always left available for the cats to come and go as they please. They are not afraid of them at all.
“You’re so loud, and bumpy, and weird!” Summing up why we love that weird little gremlin 🥰
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. ^^
The moment Pichi started licking Rachel's hand, my heart melted 🥺💕 she's come so far!!
That last shot of them napping together was pure happy cozy vibes.
It's so heartwarming to see Pichi snuggled up with her cat fam, safe and sound🥺shes come such a long way!❤❤
*cries in the cost of vet care in the U.S.* I actually said "What!?" in astonishment out loud when you said how much the vet visit itself was (600 yen for returning patients and 1200 yen for new). Pretty sure it's like $60+ here TT - TT. Aside from that, I'm very glad all your kitties are doing well!! Don't feel too bad about not noticing Pichi's teeth, as I'm sure you know cats are incredibly good at hiding when they don't feel well. The important thing is that she's feeling better now ^-^. The cuddle pile of all of them at the end is so adorable and fluffy~~♡♡♡
I was also blown away! $6 for drawing blood?!! Wow
It was like 6000 for my family for a single thing. Well, maybe like three things for a single pet. I... I wish dude. Veterinarians seem mad that people aren't going to the vet as much as they should. My family literally cannot go as much as we need.
@@jewels3400 It was over $4000 for me last year trying to save my baby. And what upsets me the most is I wonder if it could have been prevented just by going to the vet when I originally wanted to for a checkup. But since the money isn't mine it wasn't my direct choice and I wasn't able to convince the person of going. It still would have been expensive but nothing like it was and we'd potentially still have her. So I completely understand when you say you can't go as often as you should. Someday I'm hoping I'll be able to support myself and have cats and also care for them and be able to get them checkups.
@@beyond-the-night I am sorry for your loss. I am with you.
@@jewels3400 Thank you, I'm sorry for your loss as well 😔
Nagi really is a prince!
The cost of vet care there insane! Tooth cleaning is like twice as much where I am, and a vet visit is like 50 minimum.
Glad all of your kitties are safe and healthy, and I'm SO GLAD that Pichi is feeling better and more snuggly!
Holy crap. For one of my cats doing all of what you did, it can easily cost 1,000-2,000$. 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 ;)
All four cats snuggling together, my heart can't take it 😭♥
I still love Pichi’s little meows. She sounds like a violin string sometimes it melts my heart
Nagi's furry pantaloons get me every time. haha 4:18
Thank god I’m not the only one! My ex had a fluffy cat with the furry pantaloons and she had no idea what I meant about his little pantaloons lol
Your pre-vet cat wrangling skills are amazing. The post vet cuddles were too adorable, especially Pichi with her unofficial hubby Poki. 💞
I’m also impressed with the vet costs. USA vet bills are insanely expensive now.
My kitty Sunny would sing the songs of her people and look so sad when in her carrier but turns into MMA fighter when the doctor arrives, mostly because the smells of other animals triggered her fight. She was an Alpha female with past trauma before I adopted her so vet trips were tough.
Cats don't do the whole "alpha" thing, so I don't really get what behavior you are trying to communicate, that whole thing comes from outdated research
@@flonny1340 Dominant behavior absolutely exists, it's the social hierarchy aspect of it that has come under scrutiny of late. Funnily enough dominant behavior specifically in cats seems to have stemmed from domestication.
Pichi using Poki as a guard was adorable.
The important thing is that Pichi's teeth were taken care of. I hope you don't feel to guilty Rachel since cats are not the type to show pain. Its heartwarming to see how far she's come and giving you kisses and cuddling with all the boys not just Poki.
I literally teared up when I saw pichi nestled amongst her brothers😭 You're both such wonderful cat parents and seeing them all so happy and healthy made my day 💖
Not even one second the air raid siren known as Poki meows his way to our hearts.
Vet receptionist here. I was super curious to see this video and how things compare with my clinic in florida. Find it hilarious both our vets carry Churu. Although its about $25 for a kitty nail trim here, so jealous! All around just glad to see the kitties getting such wonderful care, they are so loved!
Pet insurance 🤔
Poki’s yelling meows are the highlight of every video you make 😄🖤 give your 4 sweeties some treats on behalf of your subscribers 🥰
It brings me so much joy to see how much Pichi has adapted to living in your home with the other kitties. You've given her such an amazing quality of life.
Omg, them all cuddling in a pile at the end was too cute!! Glad everyone is doing ok.
That closing shot with them together on the couch melted my heart. Such good kitties.
The pile of kitties absolutely made my day! So glad to see Pichi so at ease
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
Omg, Peach had such a quick improvement on quality of life!! I bet that girl will be way happier now and I’m happy for her ❤
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. 🥰💖🇨🇦
It’s amazing how cheap vet costs are compared to in the US, we just spent $1600 for a vet visit, X-rays and an ecg for one of my cats.
You can't just end the video with all 4 of them cuddling up on the couch like that, I nearly died from the adorableness-shock
I leave the cat carrier out for my cat so she doesn't associate it with just going to the vet, she sleeps in there a lot and if im lucky i can just shut the door when she's in there and take her to the car. I have a hard plastic carrier so it survives being out all the time.
I do the same! but it's a bag and he really loves it, in the colder season it's pretty much his favourite bed (it's cushioned and I put it up on a chair, specifically because he loved being in it)
Pichi looks so good now! Wonderful to see them all
It warms my heart to see Pichi doing so well and living so comfortably.
Man, calculating the rough amount you still made out way better then most of us taking our cats in for yearly exams here in. I’m so jealous of the level of animal care you can get for a decent price
omg I'm just melting seeing all of them curled up together on the couch, that is SO cute!