This Boy Got a Cat For Christmas After His Pet Died, and We Are Actually Weeping

According to Austin's mom, he and Gizzard hit it off from the very night he came home.

"They are best friends! They sleep together every night and when Austin calls Gizzard he comes running," Mari said. "They play all day! When Austin is at school or wrestling practice Gizzard is sleeping in the chair waiting for him!"

And to make the situation even more heartwarming, Gizzard arrived at the humane society on Nov. 14 — the very same day Mari and Austin lost their cat; yes, clearly their friendship was meant to be.

Ever since welcoming Gizzard into the home, Austin's been a top-notch cat dad. He does everything from feeding his new friend to scooping out the litter box regularly.

"Austin is a big sports kid," Mari explained. "To see a kid who is a beast in football and wrestling get so emotional over a kitty is what killed me." All we can say is, this seems like a match made in heaven!