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They helped a cat and her kittens found in an alleyway. Then, one day, she strolled into a nearby store and claimed it as her own. AmyA few weeks ago, a black-and-white cat appeared in an alley between a residential property and Stardust, a vintage and gift shop.Not long after, she was spotted with a bundle of kittens nestled against her. Feeding six hungry mouths was no small task. Amy, the owner of Stardust, along with her son and a few kind-hearted community members, began leaving out food and working to earn the mother's trust."She was very protective of her kittens. She growled when anyone approached," Amy told Love Meow. AmyTogether, they ensured the mother cat was well fed so she'd have the strength to care for her litter. Noticing the family sleeping on the hard ground, they prepared a cozy bed with warm blankets.Slowly, the wary look in the mama's eyes began to soften. AmyAs the feedings continued, the mother cat grew more comfortable, allowing her people to get closer. Realizing they meant no harm, she started eating in front of them and even accepted treats from their hands.Once trust was established, Amy began planning the next stepbringing the little family indoors. Amy"I lured her in with food. Once she got comfortable and felt safe inside my store, she didn't hesitate to come back when I'd leave the back door open for her."Curious, the cat explored every corner of the shop, examining displays as if she were taking inventory. When she was done, she flopped down on the floor, giving her official feline seal of approval. AmyWith her newfound confidence, the cat, named Mini, began coming inside regularly to enjoy her meals. She grew especially fond of Amy, following her around like a little shadow. Gone were the hisses and growls, replaced by soft purrs and affectionate snuggles.As her kittens became more independent, Mini spent more time inside, keeping Amy company. Amy"She became increasingly comfortable visiting my store and enjoying all the luxuries of mid-century modern furniture."Mini strutted around as if she owned the place, hopping onto sofas to "test" each piece and elegantly posing like a feline showroom model. Meanwhile, Amy worked with Tails High, her local rescue group, to find loving homes for the kittens, because it was clear Mini had already chosen hers. AmyFrom the moment Mini stepped inside Stardust, her sweet and gentle nature shone through. She was ready to leave the streets behind and bask in the attention she'd always wanted.Volunteers from Tails High took in the kittens so Mini could finally be spayed and retire from motherhood. The kittens were shy at first, huddled in the corner of their carrier, unaware that their world was about to change for the better. AmyThanks to a dedicated foster family, the kittens began to come out of their shells. When they realized human hands weren't so scary, their purrs rumbled like engines as they leaned into pets and cuddles.One by one, they grew bolder, exploring, wrestling, and showing off their playful personalities. AmyNow, the kittens race around their foster room, pouncing, scaling cat trees, and turning every corner into their own playground. When they're old enough, they'll be spayed and neutered and find loving homes of their own through Tails High. AmyOnce a wary alley cat, Mini has blossomed into a confident, happy indoor kitty.After a life on the streets and raising her last litter, she now spends her days lounging among vintage furniture, following her human from room to room, and purring in pure contentment. AmyShare this story with your friends. More on the kittens and Tails High on Instagram@tailshigh and Facebook. Thanks to Amy @stardustalx.Related story: Cat Waits 99 Days to Get Her Wish While Caring For Her Own Kittens and Helping Nine Others

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