Even though the idea is as funny as it is intriguing, I don't think that would work, because Todd and Glamour know each other for I don't know how long; I can't imagine a cat he just met - a perfect stranger - would necessarily communicate with him; let alone tell him where it hurts. 😄
It fascinates me that he knows what part of Glamour’s body hurts. I can understand he knows she doesn’t feel well, but the specific body part is crazy!! But he clearly does know.
I'm inclined to disagree with Dad here. He may not be giving Todd credit for knowing things just from conversation. I heard Dad say I'll be back soon a few times soooo Todd must have heard Dad be back a thousand times (not recorded) and knows what "be back soon" is in that context as well as back. :)
We have seen Todd use buttons in ways they weren't modeled, and I agree he has heard his dad say "I'll be back soon" or "I am back", so it isn't impossible that Todd would start to use the button that way. However, when Todd uses a button in a way that it hasn't been modeled, it is usually because the information he wants to communicate doesn't have its own button, so he has to use what he does have to get the thought across. Todd has a "home" button and he also has an "upstairs" button (although I don't remember if he had the "upstairs" button when the video was made). So, if Todd wanted to acknowledge that Dad had returned, he had a very easy way to say it. He could have said "Home Now" or "Dad Home" or "Upstairs Dad" or even "No work now" or "Dad Hi Now" or something along those lines. If he used "back" but meant it in a new way, he would use other words to make clear the new usage. For example, he would likely say "Back Dad" or Dad back now". Todd is pretty logical. It wouldn't make sense for him to use an existing button in a new way that Dad may not understand, when he already has buttons that would communicate the same idea in a way that Dad would definitely understand.
@@HearTruthGlamour's back was in pain. If you go through the account you can find the original video for it. They took Glamour to the vet and she had inflammation in her spine. She was treated and there are a few follow-up videos. This man knows his cat and he's modelled the buttons for Todd to use them in specific ways.
It's interesting to me that people mix up the meanings of "back" - I suppose it's if they're just dropping in for the first time, but when you've watched Todd with his buttons enough, you know "home" is used for someone returning from something, not "back." It's sort of why it's so alarming that it was the first thing he said. So glad Glamour is feeling better. Being old sucks, never mind being an old kitty! Todd is so sweet. He really is a stellar example of how complex cats think when they're given ways to communicate.
Exactly. The root question anyone who isn't strong in linguistics and, in a way, etymology, should ask: how does **Todd** define "back"? And while Todd is very smart and can pick up new words + string many ideas together, they are all rooted in fact and faundational knowledge (of wrods, phrases, already present buttons), unless Dad was repetitive with saying a phrase like "I am back from..." or "Dad came back..." (which Dad has not done)
The lady that had Billie the other talking cat used the word back only as a body part also. But the cats probably hear it used in normal human conversation in the other context and might pick up on it . I find it amazing that the animals are able to keep the button locations sorted out. I understand why they would have a strong reason to know where the food or pets buttons were but other buttons don’t have immediate gratification . They must have a strong desire to communicate.
There is no doubt he was telling you Glamour's back was hurting. It's made even more evident by the fact that he informed you she was feeling better after treatment. It's been so amazing to learn just how much our cats are actually able to communicate with us. Todd is quite the special guy though. Love you Todd! 🥰😘♥️
At first I was like, "oh no, not again" 😢 Glad that Glamour has continued to do well with her arthritis treatments and back to her sassy self. Hopefully the improved video will be helpful to folks new to the channel. It's a significant moment not only for your family but for cat behavioral science.
I loved this the first time, Todd is so clever & loving. Back-Glamour-want-happy is one of Todd's most beautiful sentences. It is good to know that Glamour's back is happier and Todd is looking out for her. So sweet his love for all his family. 😻❤️😻
Todd and Glamour are true mystics. In stead of using a negative word "ouch" , the focus is the pursuit of happiness and aligning the chakras. I'd only joking a little bit. Maybe less than a bit.
@@Cloxxki I'm new here, and I don't know all words available to Todd. But "want" can be cat-understood as "not". Indeed, if you want smtg, it means that you do NOT have it. Once again, I haven't seen other exemples of Todd using "want", but this might be the most "negative" word possible
Watching these videos of Todd has helped me pay closer attention to my felines and to figure out what they are trying to tell this old dense human. Such a handsome little man Todd is and so clever!
I’m a firm believer that they will let you know what they want, just as long as you really pay attention. My cats know to come to me when they need something. I say, show me, and they lead me to what it is they are trying to show me. Cats don’t get enough credit for how intelligent they are.
To me, the fact that Todd knows specifically that he and Glamour are able to communicate or that Todd has remarkable observation skills and can see her limping and/or mobility impaired, recognizing that he walks like that when his back hurts. It confirms Todd can communicate to Dad with ords what Glamour cannot. I ❤ these communication buttons! Todd is a hero❣️ Thank you, Dad, for sharing... 😊
He definitely is saying Glamour's back hurts. Saying Back first like back from trip wouldn't be his first word. Todd is an Empath. He is the speaker for all the other cats
Also, 'back' has been modelled solely as a body part, not as "I'll be back", so for Todd to say back, he means it how he's been taught to understand it.
I recently left a comment in reply to a naysayer on another video about animals talking with the buttons and referenced Todd and this exact situation. Didn't get a response from the naysayer, but got plenty of other responses agreeing with me and a few who also watch this channel and confirmed everything I said. I really think this should be a full area of scientific study, but it may not work the same in a lab environment. It seems to work best when it's pets communicating with their owners because there's trust and affection there to bring out their willingness and drive to communicate. And at that, it has to be the right animal who has the desire to engage with the buttons and put the effort into learning and using them.
They have been working with Chimpanzees and facilitated talking for many decades. Their research helped them to develop some modalities for developmentally disabled nonverbal people. I've always been fascinated by this.
Todd is very intelligent and really great at communication. What's even more amazing is his empathy and thoughtfulness regarding his friend Glamour, who he obviously loves and cares for. It must feel wonderful for him to communicate, then see positive action; the vet visit and medication, caused by his observations and words, and seeing that it causes Glamour to feel better. Todd helps Dad take care of the cats! He is a truly exceptional cat, with a wonderful soul and Todd has the best Mom and Dad ever! You were meant to be a family, and you are a wonderful family. ❤
Oh, he is such a nice boy. He told you Glamour's back hurt, but he added he wants her happy. Its so sweet and shows more then just info, but understanding and emotion, most importantly empathy.
I am so glad that Dr. Todd was on the case. He is such a smart and caring kitty. And I am super glad that you take him seriously when he says something!
I had an older female cat who had arthritis so bad she couldn't walk. I took her to a holistic vet after regular treatments failed. Vet did acupuncture and used lavender oil. The kitty got relief from pain and regained the ability to walk. It got her an extra year and a half of quality life. Glad there are more alternatives now. Hope all your kitties are well and that Glamour continues pain free.
I remembered this video so wondered why it was here again, then saw that some folks misunderstood Todd. I’m glad you were able to demonstrate the process once again for them. Cats communicate with each other all of the time, sometimes re: intricate details when out of doors. How terrific that Todd has a means for communicating these details to you. He is one terrific friend.
This is the video that finally convinced me a few months back to invest in some buttons. So far, the only 2 that seem to interest any of our cats are "treat" and "fish wand" (the favorite toy of 2 of our boys), but we do model the others regularly, and this is still all very new. I dont think they have made the leap between pressing certain buttons yields specific rewards and the idea that they are actually engaging in interspecies communication. But we will keep trying. Who knows, maybe one of them will turn into a "todd". :)
Amazing. Todd is amazing. I know a stray cat who I bet could learn to use talking buttons. He is tame enough to be petted but doesn't like to be picked up. He comes and goes into the house in the warm months when the window is open. But, if I shut the window, he goes bonkers!! He obviously fears being locked up. With buttons, I might be able to assure him he may leave anytime he desires. He isn't LOCKED in.
Aww, Todd wants Glamour's back to feel better! He is such a sweet cat. Cats clearly have a way of communicating with each other that we can't comprehend. He is able to tell us what another cat is feeling. She let him know somehow.
I thought it was obvious Todd meant Glamour's back, seeing as Todd was taught the "back" button meant a part of the body. But perhaps some folks don't know that, thus the confusion. In any event, glad to hear Glamour is doing better. Love that at the end where she is "Gimme, gimme!" LOL
It helps to read the video description, but many might not do that or know what has been shared in the past, and if they don't *read "Dad's" clear explanations on the screen, they'll be missing so much of the story. "Dad" works hard to make all things clear to us, but we need to avail ourselves of those explanations.
Wow. That’s very impressive. He is an excellent communicator ❣️❣️❣️❣️Gets right to the point. Knows how important that message is to the whole household.❤❤❤
I've often wondered if our pets can tell if another isn't well and if they know specifics. Like mouth/teeth hurt, feet, bones, sick tummies, or just plain hair balls. They do seem to be legitimately concerned when it's potentially bad. But it's kinda funny when they react just as disgusted as we are when it's a hair ball. 🤢 No matter who steps in it.😼
Cats are so incredibly intuitive. They have to be because they have a much more direct link to the spirit world. Even knowing that it still blows my mind how smart Todd is. ❤
I feel for you having to give Glamour her shots. It isnt easy. But you did everything to ensure that it caused her as little anxiety as possible. Still, I cannot get over Dr. Todd's diagnosing Glamour's malady and getting straight to the point the moment he saw you. What a treasure you have created between you. It must have been hard to Todd to wait to tell you to get Glamour help. But since you have also established a way that you can tell Todd how many days you will be gone, and we know he can tell day from night, we know that he would be able to know when you would be back, which must have been a comfort.
Understanding a body part is huge. Unless u use the back often when interacting with them. Wondering about Todd touching the before button. Before as a concept can be difficult for English speaking humans. But for …say a cat or someone learning English it’s a tough word. I think it goes a long way to show just how much Todd listens and understands.
I agree but it is all modeling. When Todd asks for a brush then after that he asks for Bubbles I would go to the board and say Before Brush Now Brush and I will do that with as many different things as I can. After a while he will make the association and understand. I think it took Todd about two weeks to really grasp it.
@@TheChroniclesofToddToddTalks it was pretty cool to see. I work with animals in the basics and this guy is leaps and bounds ahead of the ones I’m training basics too. U have done such a great job in ur interactions and ur responses. And no clickers. Lolol
@@missykowalewski It's apples to oranges from training, because it's not 'training,' per se, but actual comprehension, for Todd. He is not trained to do a thing, he is learning word-meanings of a foreign language.
@@cacatr4495 I understand the difference. I was simply commenting on the way understanding happens between the two types of learning. Both require input from humans.
@@TheChroniclesofToddToddTalks If you have ever found a little bird, lizard or mouse in that condition in your yard, you could bring it in and show it to Todd, and repeatedly use that 'D' word so he has a word for it.
Cats definitely have a concept of death and mourning. Make sure that if you reach Todd about death, you include the information that death stops "ouches". Although I know it sounds a little morbid, it is very important that you also give Todd and Paulie the opportunity to interact with Glamour's body if they so choose. Not every cat will want this, some will just sniff, understand the body is now dead, and walk away, but there are many cats, especially bonded cats, who will want some time to be with their friend's body to say goodbye. Sort of like the way many people get closure by the ability to go to an open-casket wake. We were lucky enough to find a vet who makes house calls, so when it has been time to put our cats down, we have this vet come over, so the cat can be put down in the comfort of its own home and in the company of all those he/she loves. We are able to lay with the cat on a favorite chair or bed as it leaves, and when we are done saying our goodbyes, we set up the cat's body in his/her favorite cat bed or other sleeping spot, and let the cat stay there long enough for the remaining cats to discover him/her and use their own senses to understand their friend is gone. Often, we find that the cats closest to the departed cat choose to lay down with the cat's body and take a last nap together, then get up and leave to do something and ignore the body after that. We had one occasion which was exceptionally heartbreaking, where a younger cat insisted on fully grooming a senior cat with whom he was close friends. He must have spent 2-3 hours just grooming every inch of his friend's body, repeatedly returning to his friends face to lick at his friend's nose and eyelids, as if to confirm that his friend wasn't going to wake up. When that was done, the younger cat curled up so that the senior cat's body "spooned" him, and he fell asleep. That was the only time we actually didn't remove the cat for burial within a few hours. It was late, so we decided to go to bed and give the younger cat one last night with his friend, and decided that if he was still there in the morning we would separate them. Sometime very early the next morning, the younger cat crawled into bed with us, and chose to sleep in the senior cat's usual spot (on my pillow). Since then, that slot has become the younger cat's spot. When we woke up we took the senior cat out for burial. On the way, we showed the younger cat what we were doing. He came over, licked his friend's face a couple of times, then went to do something else. He basically was telling us that he was okay with everything now, and knew it was time to move forward. Just like we do, cats have a need to say goodbye and get closure. It is probably terrifying for them to have a friend just disappear one day and never come back. I think it is far less traumatic when they can be given a chance to engage in the instincts they would follow if they weren't living with humans. They are still sad and definitely mourn, but it seems like it is far less frightening to them when they have that chance to say goodbye.
@@TheChroniclesofToddToddTalks It is very important to creatures to know what happened so they are not distraught and wondering endlessly where on Earth their friend is. They need to see with their own eyes that things have come to an end, to smell the scent, to determine for themselves that there is closure. I hope and trust that you will allow Todd the dignity and peace of giving him closure to see for himself so he will know. While painful, it is much less so than not knowing. So says every elephant, horse and dog, and the others that have shown us their wisdom on closure. ❤🩹
@@susancregg472 I just saw your post here, it is beautifully written and heart-touching. You shared insightful wisdom on the subject, thank you. ~ 'D' stops 'ouch,' good word on that.
You're a fantastic cat Dad, you taught Todd the buttons, and understand the context. (Like back as a body part vs. back as you returning from a trip). And it makes my heart melt how Todd phrased it "want happy". Isn't that so accurate about pain though? That's fantastic Glamour's back is getting happy again! (I have 20 year old, sassy litter mates who I've raised from 8 weeks old. They are our senior divas, and my family lives to spoil them. One sprained her paw somehow this week and is on similar meds as Glamour. I was really wishing we had communication buttons to find out what happened. The sisters are both very active for their age and arthritis, and we feel blessed for every day with them at this point.)
Todd came up with the "Happy", meaning to feel better, a while ago. He had some oral surgery to fix an issue we found causing him mouth pain. Afterward, when he ate and it didn't hurt anymore he updated me telling me his head was happy. It always amazes me he shows he understands the concepts behind the words by using them to express ideas I had not taught him like I'm feeling better
I'm sure you can interpret what they're trying to get across much more clearly than we can from just clips, like whether "back" is always the body part. Some viewers don't know there's a lot more of the buttons than just what's on this channel! Thanks for putting everything together and clarifying.
Todd's word "back" is always *just the body part, per "Dad's" teaching Todd that meaning only, which "Dad" explained in textual graphics on this video's screen. Each pet owner teaches their pet the words they want them to know, words are owner-chosen, owner-recorded and owner-labeled, so the only words that Todd uses are on his sound-board. There are no other words until "Dad" gives more to Todd. It's just that viewers need to avail themselves to "Dad's" explanations that are offered in the videos, as maybe some didn't read the words typed and placed onto the screen for exactly that purpose.
It must have been so scary when Glamour passed out from the first medication. She took the shot very well. My cats would have ran as soon as they saw the syringe in my hand.
Years ago I had a diabetic cat. I always gave the shot with his meal, which helped. But he apparently associated the shot with feeling better, to the point that when my parents cat-sat once and my mom forgot to give him the shot, he followed her into the living room and led her back into the kitchen and to the fridge, which is where the insulin vial was kept. She then remembered about the shot and gave it to him.
So much of this is just so so lovely!! I wanted Daddy to know that the part where Todd shows that it’s you that he trusts to fix things, and I acknowledge that caring in you. Ty so much for sharing everything that you did here 😊
Wouldn’t it be something if Todd became a vet tech, and informed the vet of what’s going on with other cats? I know my vet would love that
I love this idea!
Ha Ha
Todd could do it! 😊
Imagine? Vet brings in a cat whose tail is aching.
Todd: "Tail... sad" And then the vet can do xrays.
He could genuinely do that though 😂
Even though the idea is as funny as it is intriguing, I don't think that would work, because Todd and Glamour know each other for I don't know how long; I can't imagine a cat he just met - a perfect stranger - would necessarily communicate with him; let alone tell him where it hurts. 😄
It fascinates me that he knows what part of Glamour’s body hurts. I can understand he knows she doesn’t feel well, but the specific body part is crazy!! But he clearly does know.
Cat language
Glamour told him ❤
He can probably tell from how she moves.
This just supports my theory that animals must communicate telepathically.
@@jenpw1525 Yes! And I think that is why Todd is quiet right after he pushes a button, he is telepathically communicating.
It was so sweet the way Todd rubbed your legs when you figured out what he was saying. He was like, "Yes, Daddy, that's it!"
My thoughts exactly!
I think Todd talking for Glamour is even more amazing than Todd talking at all! 😻
@@Hadenufyet Yea, verily.
I'm inclined to disagree with Dad here. He may not be giving Todd credit for knowing things just from conversation. I heard Dad say I'll be back soon a few times soooo Todd must have heard Dad be back a thousand times (not recorded) and knows what "be back soon" is in that context as well as back. :)
@@HearTruth but the button hasnt been modelled in that way. That doesnt make sense.
We have seen Todd use buttons in ways they weren't modeled, and I agree he has heard his dad say "I'll be back soon" or "I am back", so it isn't impossible that Todd would start to use the button that way. However, when Todd uses a button in a way that it hasn't been modeled, it is usually because the information he wants to communicate doesn't have its own button, so he has to use what he does have to get the thought across.
Todd has a "home" button and he also has an "upstairs" button (although I don't remember if he had the "upstairs" button when the video was made). So, if Todd wanted to acknowledge that Dad had returned, he had a very easy way to say it. He could have said "Home Now" or "Dad Home" or "Upstairs Dad" or even "No work now" or "Dad Hi Now" or something along those lines. If he used "back" but meant it in a new way, he would use other words to make clear the new usage. For example, he would likely say "Back Dad" or Dad back now".
Todd is pretty logical. It wouldn't make sense for him to use an existing button in a new way that Dad may not understand, when he already has buttons that would communicate the same idea in a way that Dad would definitely understand.
@@HearTruthGlamour's back was in pain. If you go through the account you can find the original video for it. They took Glamour to the vet and she had inflammation in her spine. She was treated and there are a few follow-up videos.
This man knows his cat and he's modelled the buttons for Todd to use them in specific ways.
It's interesting to me that people mix up the meanings of "back" - I suppose it's if they're just dropping in for the first time, but when you've watched Todd with his buttons enough, you know "home" is used for someone returning from something, not "back." It's sort of why it's so alarming that it was the first thing he said.
So glad Glamour is feeling better. Being old sucks, never mind being an old kitty! Todd is so sweet. He really is a stellar example of how complex cats think when they're given ways to communicate.
My thoughts too. Todd has not been taught to use back that way but as a body part.
Exactly.
The root question anyone who isn't strong in linguistics and, in a way, etymology, should ask: how does **Todd** define "back"?
And while Todd is very smart and can pick up new words + string many ideas together, they are all rooted in fact and faundational knowledge (of wrods, phrases, already present buttons), unless Dad was repetitive with saying a phrase like "I am back from..." or "Dad came back..." (which Dad has not done)
The lady that had Billie the other talking cat used the word back only as a body part also. But the cats probably hear it used in normal human conversation in the other context and might pick up on it . I find it amazing that the animals are able to keep the button locations sorted out. I understand why they would have a strong reason to know where the food or pets buttons were but other buttons don’t have immediate gratification . They must have a strong desire to communicate.
It's so hard to have a sick pet that can't talk. thankfully Todd and you have her covered.
Especially a cat. They are hard wired to hide pain or illness at all costs.
There is no doubt he was telling you Glamour's back was hurting. It's made even more evident by the fact that he informed you she was feeling better after treatment. It's been so amazing to learn just how much our cats are actually able to communicate with us. Todd is quite the special guy though. Love you Todd! 🥰😘♥️
It would be fun to tell the vet that Todd says Glamour's back hurts!
What a sweet cat. He knew he could tell you and that Glamour couldn’t. It’s nice to see such altruism.
Dr. Todd is in the house.
At first I was like, "oh no, not again" 😢 Glad that Glamour has continued to do well with her arthritis treatments and back to her sassy self. Hopefully the improved video will be helpful to folks new to the channel. It's a significant moment not only for your family but for cat behavioral science.
I loved this the first time, Todd is so clever & loving. Back-Glamour-want-happy is one of Todd's most beautiful sentences. It is good to know that Glamour's back is happier and Todd is looking out for her. So sweet his love for all his family. 😻❤️😻
Todd and Glamour are true mystics. In stead of using a negative word "ouch" , the focus is the pursuit of happiness and aligning the chakras.
I'd only joking a little bit. Maybe less than a bit.
@@Cloxxkisuch a wonderful point!
Agreed Todd is so cool
@@Cloxxki I'm new here, and I don't know all words available to Todd. But "want" can be cat-understood as "not". Indeed, if you want smtg, it means that you do NOT have it.
Once again, I haven't seen other exemples of Todd using "want", but this might be the most "negative" word possible
Watching these videos of Todd has helped me pay closer attention to my felines and to figure out what they are trying to tell this old dense human. Such a handsome little man Todd is and so clever!
I’m a firm believer that they will let you know what they want, just as long as you really pay attention. My cats know to come to me when they need something. I say, show me, and they lead me to what it is they are trying to show me. Cats don’t get enough credit for how intelligent they are.
To me, the fact that Todd knows specifically that he and Glamour are able to communicate or that Todd has remarkable observation skills and can see her limping and/or mobility impaired, recognizing that he walks like that when his back hurts.
It confirms Todd can communicate to Dad with ords what Glamour cannot.
I ❤ these communication buttons!
Todd is a hero❣️
Thank you, Dad, for sharing... 😊
Todd is so clever and considerate. And Glamour is very beautiful.
and I wonder how she got her name Glamour .. is obvious really. She is a Beauty Queen. Todd's other half ! well the third as we also have Dad
@@I.Clarify
and Paulie!
Todd is so sweet. He really cares about his sister, Glamour. 💖
Love watching Todd translate cat speak to English.
Cat speak has its own rules of grammar!
He definitely is saying Glamour's back hurts. Saying Back first like back from trip wouldn't be his first word.
Todd is an Empath. He is the speaker for all the other cats
Also, 'back' has been modelled solely as a body part, not as "I'll be back", so for Todd to say back, he means it how he's been taught to understand it.
@@blakewhite3131 right
I recently left a comment in reply to a naysayer on another video about animals talking with the buttons and referenced Todd and this exact situation. Didn't get a response from the naysayer, but got plenty of other responses agreeing with me and a few who also watch this channel and confirmed everything I said. I really think this should be a full area of scientific study, but it may not work the same in a lab environment. It seems to work best when it's pets communicating with their owners because there's trust and affection there to bring out their willingness and drive to communicate. And at that, it has to be the right animal who has the desire to engage with the buttons and put the effort into learning and using them.
there is an ongoing study run through theycantalk. I believe Bunny and Otter are part of it.
There is research going on, with the buttons. Eg see Bunny the dog.
@@meganm1074 Ah, yes, I tend to watch more of the cat button videos but I have seen a few dogs and am somewhat familiar with Bunny.
They have been working with Chimpanzees and facilitated talking for many decades. Their research helped them to develop some modalities for developmentally disabled nonverbal people. I've always been fascinated by this.
I think Billi (Billispeaks) was part of a study.
Omg, he is so smart!!!
And such the little statesman...looking out for his peeps.
I'm glad that Glamour is feeling better. Todd is one smart boy!
Poor old girl. Todd is very good to alert you to Glamour's condition. He is quite the cat translator. ♥
Todd is so sensitive, caring & lovable baby kitty who looks after everyone in the house. Bless his heart.
Well done Todd!!🥰😍 such a good kitty!!
Doctor Todd is on the case ❤
Such a good boy ❤️🎉💯💕💗
Glamour is so pretty. We don't get a close up very often. ☺️
He wants her back to be happy 🥰 it’s the sweetest thing.
Todd is very intelligent and really great at communication. What's even more amazing is his empathy and thoughtfulness regarding his friend Glamour, who he obviously loves and cares for. It must feel wonderful for him to communicate, then see positive action; the vet visit and medication, caused by his observations and words, and seeing that it causes Glamour to feel better. Todd helps Dad take care of the cats! He is a truly exceptional cat, with a wonderful soul and Todd has the best Mom and Dad ever! You were meant to be a family, and you are a wonderful family. ❤
Poor glamour lucky she has todd❤
I’m so glad that they had a comparable med for her. I’m happy she is doing so much better. Love watching Todd! He is doing smart! Love him! ❤
Oh, he is such a nice boy. He told you Glamour's back hurt, but he added he wants her happy. Its so sweet and shows more then just info, but understanding and emotion, most importantly empathy.
Todd is one smart cat 🐱👍
What an AMAZING cat. I Love TODD.❤😊
Loved the rare closeup of Glamour's sweet face and spicy attitude. 😻😻😻
HOW can this little guy do all this, know all this, and he cares so much? Todd is astonishing, beautiful, love his story.❤❤❤
I am so glad that Dr. Todd was on the case. He is such a smart and caring kitty. And I am super glad that you take him seriously when he says something!
I had an older female cat who had arthritis so bad she couldn't walk. I took her to a holistic vet after regular treatments failed. Vet did acupuncture and used lavender oil. The kitty got relief from pain and regained the ability to walk. It got her an extra year and a half of quality life. Glad there are more alternatives now. Hope all your kitties are well and that Glamour continues pain free.
So sweet he wants to help. I love watching him think what to say. He's so smart! But you already know that.
I remembered this video so wondered why it was here again, then saw that some folks misunderstood Todd. I’m glad you were able to demonstrate the process once again for them. Cats communicate with each other all of the time, sometimes re: intricate details when out of doors. How terrific that Todd has a means for communicating these details to you. He is one terrific friend.
I absolutely believe that he is associating, glamour and back.
Yes so do I.
Thank you for taking such good care of 'OUR' cats.
😊
I feel like it's "our" room,too! I am so familiar with it, it feels like home. Plus Dad qnd the kitties are so nice, that makes it feel homey, too.
Todd is a special Lil guy ❤❤❤❤
I remember getting chills seeing the original video. It'd take a lot to convince me Todd wasn't talking about Glamour's back.
Todd is such a sweet, caring brother. 😍
This is the video that finally convinced me a few months back to invest in some buttons. So far, the only 2 that seem to interest any of our cats are "treat" and "fish wand" (the favorite toy of 2 of our boys), but we do model the others regularly, and this is still all very new. I dont think they have made the leap between pressing certain buttons yields specific rewards and the idea that they are actually engaging in interspecies communication. But we will keep trying. Who knows, maybe one of them will turn into a "todd". :)
Amazing. Todd is amazing.
I know a stray cat who I bet could learn to use talking buttons. He is tame enough to be petted but doesn't like to be picked up. He comes and goes into the house in the warm months when the window is open. But, if I shut the window, he goes bonkers!! He obviously fears being locked up. With buttons, I might be able to assure him he may leave anytime he desires. He isn't LOCKED in.
Nice idea.
Glamour took that shot like a champ.
It was so nice to spend a few moments with Lovely Glamour. Her name is very fitting. 🥰
How wonderful for Glamour to ha e Todd advocating for her and saying the things she cannot say. Todd is a very caring brother.❤
Aww, Todd wants Glamour's back to feel better! He is such a sweet cat.
Cats clearly have a way of communicating with each other that we can't comprehend. He is able to tell us what another cat is feeling. She let him know somehow.
I thought it was obvious Todd meant Glamour's back, seeing as Todd was taught the "back" button meant a part of the body. But perhaps some folks don't know that, thus the confusion. In any event, glad to hear Glamour is doing better. Love that at the end where she is "Gimme, gimme!" LOL
It helps to read the video description, but many might not do that or know what has been shared in the past, and if they don't *read "Dad's" clear explanations on the screen, they'll be missing so much of the story. "Dad" works hard to make all things clear to us, but we need to avail ourselves of those explanations.
I think Todd is smarter than people who misunderstand him so vastly
@@blakewhite3131
You said that so nicely, I had wanted to acknowledge that seeming reality, but didn't, for a lack of nice wording. 😂
Wow. That’s very impressive. He is an excellent communicator ❣️❣️❣️❣️Gets right to the point. Knows how important that message is to the whole household.❤❤❤
I am always amazed at the way Todd is on top of things that are going on with his two housemates and can tell his Dad if anything is wrong !! 😺
Glamour has a beautiful profile. She's aptly named, a real Beauty.
Todd is the Einstein of cats!! He knows how to be a big help.
This is the saga that introduced me to Todd and friends :)
I've often wondered if our pets can tell if another isn't well and if they know specifics. Like mouth/teeth hurt, feet, bones, sick tummies, or just plain hair balls.
They do seem to be legitimately concerned when it's potentially bad.
But it's kinda funny when they react just as disgusted as we are when it's a hair ball. 🤢 No matter who steps in it.😼
Oh my goodness, Todd is so caring. It's just amazing how very much our pet family members know.
im happy Glamour is feeling alot better thank you Todd
Cats are so incredibly intuitive. They have to be because they have a much more direct link to the spirit world. Even knowing that it still blows my mind how smart Todd is. ❤
I’m so fascinated with this button thing for animals. If we get another pet I’m getting one!
Todd the protector!
Todd tries to keep his Papa up to date on Glamour.. such a smart boy he is!
So happy to hear she's doing better. Senior citizens have their aches and pains. It is SO fantastic that Todd can tell you his concerns.
What a smart sweetheart! 😻🙏🕊️
Todd is very smart. My Micah (who passed away from cancer 13 days ago) was also very smart. 💔😿
So sorry you lost your fur baby, but I know you provided a loving environment for his transition.
I'm sorry for your loss. Micah had a good life with you; may your life always be richer for the memories of your time together.
I am so sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your loss. 😢 hugs
@@TheDopekitty Thank yo. 😿💔
Blessings to glamor ❤️🩹
❤❤❤❤ Just amazing. God bless
you are such a great daddy!! Bless Todd and Glamour, sweet kitties.💖💖🐈⬛🐈⬛🐾🐾💞💞
Todd is so smart and concerned about the other cats. Telling you about their health issues.
He's such a smart and empathetic cat. I'm really amazed!
Glamour: my back hurts, can you tell dad?
Todd: of course! I got your back! 😏
This sweet boi reminds me of my lil boi longhair who recently passed, these kitties are so incredibly smart. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Why do you spell boy BOI?
@@BB-nz5sk Because I can.
@@serafaus because you like soy?
Wow…Todd is amazing ❤ poor Glamour 😢
Todd's amazing and you sir are a very kind soul😊
I feel for you having to give Glamour her shots. It isnt easy. But you did everything to ensure that it caused her as little anxiety as possible. Still, I cannot get over Dr. Todd's diagnosing Glamour's malady and getting straight to the point the moment he saw you. What a treasure you have created between you. It must have been hard to Todd to wait to tell you to get Glamour help. But since you have also established a way that you can tell Todd how many days you will be gone, and we know he can tell day from night, we know that he would be able to know when you would be back, which must have been a comfort.
YEs, Todd has shown that he can dwell on and worry over things. I'm sure he was wanting me home even more than usual to tell me about Glamour.
❤Todd is a sweetheart. I read that Tuxedo kitties specifically tend to be very sweet. Our Ollie was that way too.
What a lovely boy🥰🥰🥰
Todd is just amazing.
I am glad Glamor feels better. My 4 are approaching the age where I will need to watch for arthritis. ❤
I love Todd ❤😊
Understanding a body part is huge. Unless u use the back often when interacting with them. Wondering about Todd touching the before button. Before as a concept can be difficult for English speaking humans. But for …say a cat or someone learning English it’s a tough word. I think it goes a long way to show just how much Todd listens and understands.
I agree but it is all modeling. When Todd asks for a brush then after that he asks for Bubbles I would go to the board and say Before Brush Now Brush and I will do that with as many different things as I can. After a while he will make the association and understand. I think it took Todd about two weeks to really grasp it.
@@TheChroniclesofToddToddTalks it was pretty cool to see. I work with animals in the basics and this guy is leaps and bounds ahead of the ones I’m training basics too. U have done such a great job in ur interactions and ur responses. And no clickers. Lolol
@@missykowalewski
It's apples to oranges from training, because it's not 'training,' per se, but actual comprehension, for Todd. He is not trained to do a thing, he is learning word-meanings of a foreign language.
@@cacatr4495 I understand the difference. I was simply commenting on the way understanding happens between the two types of learning. Both require input from humans.
Absolutely love this channel. Todd is so very bright. Keep up the great work, Todd.
Todd is going to be devastated when glamour goes to heaven 😢
Yes he will be. I have actually been trying to think of how to explain that to him.
@@TheChroniclesofToddToddTalks
If you have ever found a little bird, lizard or mouse in that condition in your yard, you could bring it in and show it to Todd, and repeatedly use that 'D' word so he has a word for it.
Cats definitely have a concept of death and mourning. Make sure that if you reach Todd about death, you include the information that death stops "ouches".
Although I know it sounds a little morbid, it is very important that you also give Todd and Paulie the opportunity to interact with Glamour's body if they so choose. Not every cat will want this, some will just sniff, understand the body is now dead, and walk away, but there are many cats, especially bonded cats, who will want some time to be with their friend's body to say goodbye. Sort of like the way many people get closure by the ability to go to an open-casket wake.
We were lucky enough to find a vet who makes house calls, so when it has been time to put our cats down, we have this vet come over, so the cat can be put down in the comfort of its own home and in the company of all those he/she loves. We are able to lay with the cat on a favorite chair or bed as it leaves, and when we are done saying our goodbyes, we set up the cat's body in his/her favorite cat bed or other sleeping spot, and let the cat stay there long enough for the remaining cats to discover him/her and use their own senses to understand their friend is gone. Often, we find that the cats closest to the departed cat choose to lay down with the cat's body and take a last nap together, then get up and leave to do something and ignore the body after that. We had one occasion which was exceptionally heartbreaking, where a younger cat insisted on fully grooming a senior cat with whom he was close friends. He must have spent 2-3 hours just grooming every inch of his friend's body, repeatedly returning to his friends face to lick at his friend's nose and eyelids, as if to confirm that his friend wasn't going to wake up. When that was done, the younger cat curled up so that the senior cat's body "spooned" him, and he fell asleep. That was the only time we actually didn't remove the cat for burial within a few hours. It was late, so we decided to go to bed and give the younger cat one last night with his friend, and decided that if he was still there in the morning we would separate them.
Sometime very early the next morning, the younger cat crawled into bed with us, and chose to sleep in the senior cat's usual spot (on my pillow). Since then, that slot has become the younger cat's spot. When we woke up we took the senior cat out for burial. On the way, we showed the younger cat what we were doing. He came over, licked his friend's face a couple of times, then went to do something else. He basically was telling us that he was okay with everything now, and knew it was time to move forward.
Just like we do, cats have a need to say goodbye and get closure. It is probably terrifying for them to have a friend just disappear one day and never come back. I think it is far less traumatic when they can be given a chance to engage in the instincts they would follow if they weren't living with humans. They are still sad and definitely mourn, but it seems like it is far less frightening to them when they have that chance to say goodbye.
@@TheChroniclesofToddToddTalks
It is very important to creatures to know what happened so they are not distraught and wondering endlessly where on Earth their friend is. They need to see with their own eyes that things have come to an end, to smell the scent, to determine for themselves that there is closure. I hope and trust that you will allow Todd the dignity and peace of giving him closure to see for himself so he will know. While painful, it is much less so than not knowing. So says every elephant, horse and dog, and the others that have shown us their wisdom on closure. ❤🩹
@@susancregg472
I just saw your post here, it is beautifully written and heart-touching. You shared insightful wisdom on the subject, thank you. ~ 'D' stops 'ouch,' good word on that.
This is the first time I have ever seen this channel or cat talking through buttons, I’m just amazed.
You're a fantastic cat Dad, you taught Todd the buttons, and understand the context. (Like back as a body part vs. back as you returning from a trip). And it makes my heart melt how Todd phrased it "want happy". Isn't that so accurate about pain though? That's fantastic Glamour's back is getting happy again!
(I have 20 year old, sassy litter mates who I've raised from 8 weeks old. They are our senior divas, and my family lives to spoil them. One sprained her paw somehow this week and is on similar meds as Glamour. I was really wishing we had communication buttons to find out what happened. The sisters are both very active for their age and arthritis, and we feel blessed for every day with them at this point.)
Todd came up with the "Happy", meaning to feel better, a while ago. He had some oral surgery to fix an issue we found causing him mouth pain. Afterward, when he ate and it didn't hurt anymore he updated me telling me his head was happy. It always amazes me he shows he understands the concepts behind the words by using them to express ideas I had not taught him like I'm feeling better
I'm sure you can interpret what they're trying to get across much more clearly than we can from just clips, like whether "back" is always the body part. Some viewers don't know there's a lot more of the buttons than just what's on this channel! Thanks for putting everything together and clarifying.
Todd's word "back" is always *just the body part, per "Dad's" teaching Todd that meaning only, which "Dad" explained in textual graphics on this video's screen. Each pet owner teaches their pet the words they want them to know, words are owner-chosen, owner-recorded and owner-labeled, so the only words that Todd uses are on his sound-board. There are no other words until "Dad" gives more to Todd. It's just that viewers need to avail themselves to "Dad's" explanations that are offered in the videos, as maybe some didn't read the words typed and placed onto the screen for exactly that purpose.
Tell Glamour my back is also ouch for the same reason, and I want it to be happy, too. Need lots of medication so back can be happy.
Me too; just saw ortho dr today 😂
@@Hadenufyet You have my sympathy and my support.
Your cats are so pretty and smart!
It must have been so scary when Glamour passed out from the first medication. She took the shot very well. My cats would have ran as soon as they saw the syringe in my hand.
Years ago I had a diabetic cat. I always gave the shot with his meal, which helped. But he apparently associated the shot with feeling better, to the point that when my parents cat-sat once and my mom forgot to give him the shot, he followed her into the living room and led her back into the kitchen and to the fridge, which is where the insulin vial was kept. She then remembered about the shot and gave it to him.
Amazing kitties. ❤
Adequan injections are amazing for arthritis and are completely safe and without side effects unlike NSAID’s. Best of luck 🤞. ❤
Todd is so sweet.
Todd, you are the most loving care cat I ever saw. God bless you.
Too cute...I get so much joy from these videos.....thank you....
So much of this is just so so lovely!! I wanted Daddy to know that the part where Todd shows that it’s you that he trusts to fix things, and I acknowledge that caring in you. Ty so much for sharing everything that you did here 😊
Touches my heart!
Todd's so smart and caring
I thought we'd seen Todd comment on the other cats' health before.
Just shows how well cats can communicate when not held back by words.
Yes, this was an updated version of the July video.