The cries were barely audible over the noise of the early morning street. While passing an empty lot near the market, the rescuer noticed small movements among cardboard scraps and puddles left by the rain. Kneeling closer revealed a heartbreaking sight: a homeless newborn baby monkey curled against the ground, a tiny duckling shivering nearby, and a weak baby chicken pressed into the dirt for warmth. None of them had a mother in sight. All were cold, hungry, and alone.
The baby monkey was the most fragile, her white skin visible beneath thin fur, eyes half-open and searching. The duckling trembled, feathers soaked and clumped together, while the baby chicken peeped softly, too weak to stand. It was clear they would not survive the night without help.
Without hesitation, the rescuer carefully gathered the three newborns and brought them home. Inside, warmth replaced fear. Soft towels were laid out, and the tiny animals were placed together, instinctively moving closer to one another. Despite being different species, they shared the same need: safety.
Feeding came first. Warm milk was gently offered to the baby monkey, who clung weakly to a finger as she drank. The duckling was given appropriate starter feed softened with warm water, pecking slowly but eagerly. The baby chicken followed, chirping softly as strength returned with each bite. Every small swallow felt like a victory.
That night, the rescuer stayed close, waking often to check their warmth and breathing. The monkey cried quietly, comforted by gentle hands. The duckling tucked its head under a wing, while the chick nestled beside it, no longer shaking.
Over the next days, change came slowly but surely. The baby monkey’s grip grew stronger. The duckling began to waddle. The chicken stood tall and chirped with new energy. What began as a rescue became a bond formed through care and compassion.
Three homeless newborns—different in nature but equal in need—were given a second chance. In a safe home filled with patience and love, fear turned into comfort, and hunger into hope. Sometimes, kindness is all it takes to save a life.
