Elderly man feeds stray rats; netizens say this is what real compassion looks like
Radhika Nair | Times Life Bureau | Mar 26, 2026, 22:39 IST
Viral video
In a bustling city, a compassionate elder is capturing the public's heart by feeding street rats. A touching video of him softly coaxing the little creatures with food from his palm has gone viral, receiving millions of views.
We often see people feeding stray dogs and cats. Some even show their compassion by placing food for birds on their balcony. But this elderly man is winning hearts with his true humanity. He is feeding rats on the streets. Yes, rats!
In the video shared on the Instagram page of Sue, an elderly man is spotted on the streets. He is seen holding some food and calling out softly. Soon, a couple of rats come near him and take the food from him. Well, what makes this scene adorable is his way of calling the rats; it makes them stay and get the food from his hand by stepping up a bit up. Undoubtedly, this video is truly adorable and this man proves that humanity and compassion don't have any criteria.
Feeding the hungry means any living creature, be it a dog, cat, or bird, and for this elderly man, it is the rats too.
The video has won not only hearts but also 1.9 million views. The comment section is full of comments, adoring the kind man and his chemistry with the rats.
"This is exactly what compassion looks like for those worried about rabies; don’t go and poke your nose everywhere. Let them live in peace," reads a comment.
"Every animal deserves love, food, and compassion," reads another comment.
"This is so sweet to watch—God has actually sent someone for rats on the road," says another netizen.
This video serves as a gentle reminder that compassion exists beyond our regular boundaries. His actions demonstrate a complete and impartial form of kindness. It shows that people share their true humanity nature through empathy, expressed through compassion for all living beings around us.
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The adorable chemistry of a man and rats
In the video shared on the Instagram page of Sue, an elderly man is spotted on the streets. He is seen holding some food and calling out softly. Soon, a couple of rats come near him and take the food from him. Well, what makes this scene adorable is his way of calling the rats; it makes them stay and get the food from his hand by stepping up a bit up. Undoubtedly, this video is truly adorable and this man proves that humanity and compassion don't have any criteria.
1.9 million views!
Feeding the hungry means any living creature, be it a dog, cat, or bird, and for this elderly man, it is the rats too.
The video has won not only hearts but also 1.9 million views. The comment section is full of comments, adoring the kind man and his chemistry with the rats.
Every animal deserves compassion and food
"This is exactly what compassion looks like for those worried about rabies; don’t go and poke your nose everywhere. Let them live in peace," reads a comment.
"Every animal deserves love, food, and compassion," reads another comment.
"This is so sweet to watch—God has actually sent someone for rats on the road," says another netizen.
This video serves as a gentle reminder that compassion exists beyond our regular boundaries. His actions demonstrate a complete and impartial form of kindness. It shows that people share their true humanity nature through empathy, expressed through compassion for all living beings around us.
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