Christmas is all about giving, and more often than not those who give the most are the poorest of all.
On Sunday, I visited the Belgian city of Dinant with friends. At the entrance of the Church of Our Lady (Collegiale Notre-Dame), we found two beggars, Ivo and Yan, and their pets, Kenzo the dog and Tchoutchou the cat. They were the perfect representation of that Christmas spirit.
On Sunday, I visited the Belgian city of Dinant with friends. At the entrance of the Church of Our Lady (Collegiale Notre-Dame), we found two beggars, Ivo and Yan, and their pets, Kenzo the dog and Tchoutchou the cat. They were the perfect representation of that Christmas spirit.
"We are so very grateful for our pets," Kenzo's owner said. "We'd do anything for them. First, we think about their wellbeing and only then do we eat."
Kenzo the dog was the one who set the right example. "Six months ago, Kenzo found a three-week-old kitten in the bushes. He refused to leave it behind. We had no choice but to bring the kitten along and to bottle feed it until he was grown enough."
The cat and dog truly taught those two beggars the spirit of Christmas.
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This is a heart warming story and much needed not only because of Christmas but what happened in Berlin at the Christmas market. Obviously this pussy cat does not stray
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ReplyDeleteJoyeuses fêtes de fin d'année de la part de IVO, KENZO, YAN et TCHOUTCHOU
ReplyDeleteI've always know beggars and homeless people to take better care of their pets than themselves. Love that the took care of the kitten, and the pup looks so happy.
ReplyDeleteIt's sad to see anyone homeless, but at least they have their pets and take good care of them.
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful! Makes you wish you could do something for them since they have been so faithful to their furry friends.
ReplyDeleteVery sweet story.
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking up at https://image-in-ing.blogspot.com/2016/12/visiting-bethlehem-gloria-in-excelsis.html, and have a wonderful Christmas!
What a perfect Christmas story
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They sure make the heart smile, tis the season. We are sure glad they have each other.
ReplyDeleteThat sure is great indeed. Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful story!
ReplyDeleteHappy holidays...
Noodle and crew
Love comes in many forms. I think people who have the least can see that most clearly. Merry Christmas.
ReplyDeleteThat is so wonderfully sweet! I have met a few homeless people with animals and they are devoted to their pets.
ReplyDeleteWishing you a very merry Christmas and happy new year!
Lynne x
Oh, thank you for this story and beautiful photos. Thank you, owners, for caring for these two.
ReplyDeleteWishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy, and safe New Year!
This is a wonderful post and what lovely people to be so devoted to their pets! I wish them all the best and hope their lives improve for the better. Just so sad to see so many homeless people and animals. Hope they get the help they need.
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Athena and Marie
Wishing you a Happy Christmas ~ ^_^
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry these folks are homeless, but how nice that they're so devoted to their pets, and that Kenzo rescued the kitten. Both Kenzo and Chouchou are gorgeous! Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteLet the animals show the way for all of us.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful Christmas.
Thank you for sharing this story,just what we need at this time of year,Have a merry Christmas Vanessa and Sadako,xx Speedy and Rachel
ReplyDeleteWe are starting to have shelters here that let people bring their pets, finally! No one should have to be on the streets.
ReplyDeleteHow sweet the dog saved the kitten and now they are family.
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas!
They are poor things. I hope everything is getting better for them.
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I hope you & your fameowly have a fantastic time
✽ ❄ 🎄 Meowy Christmas 🎄 ❄ ✽
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The love of animals and for animals is a beautiful thing...prayers to each of the humans and animals in the post. Wishing you a lovely Christmas and holiday season and a New Year filled with tons of blessings!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing such a sweet story. May God bless them. Merry Christmas, Vanessa ☺
ReplyDeleteSad but also heartwarming.. Merry Christmas xoxo
ReplyDeleteLove the puppy and kitty! A sad, but beautiful story! Sending them all many blessings for the holidays and the new year!
ReplyDelete(Merry Christmas my friend! Here's to an amazing 2017!)
what a beautiful story and what beautiful animals...
ReplyDeleteI hope you had a very Merry Christmas and I hope 2017 only brings amazing things your way!
Love the story and pictures! Hope you had a wonderful Christmas. Happy New Year! I wish you all the best in 2017!
ReplyDeleteWat een mooie herinnering van de betekenis van Kerstmis van twee bijzondere mensen en twee hartverwarmende dieren. We hopen dat je fijne dagen hebt gehad en wensen je alvast een Prettige Jaarwisseling. Extra Pawkisses van Binky en liefs van mij :) <3
ReplyDeleteI hope these beggars and their pets find a new life in 2017. Have a awesome 2017!
ReplyDelete☆ ＨＡＰＰＹ MＥＷ ＹＥＡＲ ☆ 2017
ReplyDeleteI hope this year will bring all the best to you & fameowly
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The animals look very content and well cared for. It's nice that they can all depend on each other.
ReplyDeleteJust to be sure better to consult the vet. Cats also get infected with different diseases like urinary tract infection, upper respiratory infection, kidney failure and diabetes. This Is Pet
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