“As Long As He Lives, He’s My Best Friend”: 8-Year-Old Trades His Skateboard To Save A Kitten

Every now and then, the internet agrees on something, usually cats, sometimes kindness. This story has both.

An 8-year-old boy saw some kids hurting a kitten and traded them his skateboard to save it. No hesitation, no drama, just pure good-kid energy. When asked why, he said, “As long as he lives, he’s my best friend.”

The internet did what it does best. They rallied behind him, raised donations, and made sure he got a new skateboard. A wholesome trade all around.

1. The story starts with one brave 8-year-old

An 8-year-old from Arizona saw some kids being rough with a kitten so he did the unthinkable.

2. He traded his skateboard to save the tiny cat

No hesitation, no second thoughts.

3. His mom stood proudly by his side

4. The kitten’s recovering at the shelter

It’s a long road ahead, but the little guy’s in good hands.

5. The boy visits his new best friend every day

He named him and made sure the kitten knows he’s loved.

6. “That’s okay. As long as he lives, he’s my best friend.”

Try reading that without tearing up a little.

7. The internet stepped in too

8. People donated so he could adopt the kitten and get a brand new skateboard.

9. A happy ending for both of them

He lost one board but gained a forever friend.

10. The internet had nothing but love for this kid

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