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Todd Is Giving Me Daily Updates On His Mouth Now.
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 ต.ค. 2023
- A month ago Todd had some oral surgery done. A week ago he irritated an incision by biting on a piece of kibble wrong and told me "Head Ouch". I took him to the vet to get checked out and make sure he was okay. Since then he has told me daily that his head is happy (pain-free).
Todd is a 6-year-old neutered male cat at the time of this video. Todd and his dad have been learning to communicate with each other since May of 2022 with the help of recordable buttons. We aim to let Todd express himself and tell me his wants and needs. Currently, Todd has 45 words on his soundboard. This channel is dedicated to Todd learning to “talk”. If you would like to see more of Todd and his day-to-day life please visit his Facebook page.
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Todd’s Buttons (Fluent Pet Affiliate Link): flnt.pt/Todd
Todd’s Website: thechroniclesoftodd.com
Maybe he’s telling you he feels great so you don’t get any ideas of taking him back to the vet 🙀
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I was thinking that too!
😂😂😂😂 good one!!
Based on the purring, Todd has learned that Look Head means extra attention.
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It was an immediate attention getter when his head was ouch, he’s a smart boy.😂🤣 A sure way to get your attention. 🙋🏼♀️
Ues, I think he knows I am concerned with how he feels.
Hopefully it won't become something like fake limping 😂. Our boy did that after injury until he (woefully 🤣) held up the wrong dangling 'ouchy paw' on the 5th day and switched after we laughed at him. 🎉
😂@@victrola2007
It's so sweet that he wants to reassure you that he's feeling better and his head is happy now!
I know, I am so proud of him. 😊
So enjoy these updates. It is clear Todd is not just using his buttons for single rewards like toy or food. He is continuing a dialogue over several days about his state of health, very iimportant as he likes to eat dry food and now that seems comfortable and something that bothered him for some time, but not known until he had his buttons. Can’t wait for Todd to have more buttons and we learn more about his thoughts. Amazing!
I am fascinated learning how his mind works.
Precious.
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Time to add a "mouth" button! 😂
He will get one eventually.
I love that we are all invested in Todd and his wellbeing 😻
And Dad is very grateful to you all. ❤️
I had a sweet girl Pia Maria who was Todd’s doppelgänger. She lived two weeks short of 19-years. He’s gorgeous.
Aww, it sounds like she had a long, good life. No matter how much time we have with them, it's never enough. Thank you for the kind words, and I'm glad you are here.
Did she also have the fluffy white pantaloons?
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@TheChroniclesofToddToddTalks true facts. My babies lived until almost 20, too. All short-haired tuxes but one. One of my tuxes had a "broken mask" like Todd's, but he was gray and white. The last kitties to leave me did so last year, so it's still a fairly recent loss, but it's true. Two decades is a lot of time for a cat, yet I'd still wish they'd have kept me company for another two... I wish they would've had access to those buttons, too, but by the time they became a thing, they were already pretty old. Thank you for taking good care of sweet Tood and sharing our language with him! ❤
I think when Todd asks you to look at him and waits to say "Happy" he might be saying that it makes him happy when you're looking at him/focusing on him.
He really does want all of dad's time haha.
That is very possible and I'm not sure all my time would be enough. Lol
Lol these talk buttons are a blessing and a curse. I have 2 tuxies. They like a lot of attention.
I think it's a tuxie thing. Most tuxes I know are attention hogs.
Tod got dad to pick him up. Then massive purrs
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This is so comforting that his head is happy!
Yes, thank you!
I love the tone and sound of your voice when talking to Todd. It is very sweet, kind, reassuring, comforting and safe. 👍👏❤
Thank you! 😃
Todd is glad he doesn't have to go to the Vet as frequently 🥰🥰 I love how loud his purring is!
Yes, he has a great motor. The best is when he comes and cuddles me at night , we spoon, and the top of his head is at the bottom of my chin. I hear and feel it. Great way to fall asleep
@@TheChroniclesofToddToddTalks▪︎ I'm jealous. Got a button for that, Todd?
@@bethanyanderson1745 😁
It's not just that Todd is telling you how he feels in the present, but that he's comparing the present feeling to the past. I find this fascinating! When he first started telling you he was in pain, the buttons were a major benefit to help you help him. That's when I really started wishing I could get buttons for the two cats that took over my home this year. Being strays, one severely starved and suffering systemic infection, and the other FIV+, I know they'll have health problems in the future, and I want to be able to keep track of their health before it's an issue. Having helped care for my son's feral street rescue who was older, and having felt helpless when he had symptoms that turned out to be very serious, life-threatening conditions, I just wish he could have told us he was in pain. My son only had him 3 years before he had to say goodbye at an emergency veterinary hospital after a crisis of non-stop seizures. I can't help but think he must have had headaches prior to the seizures. It was probably a brain tumor, plus he had advanced kidney disease. I just think it's so nice that Todd can tell you what hurts, so you can help him get treatment. And then to get confirmation from him that he knows he's not in pain any more is just the cherry on top. ❤
First off thank you for giving the two kitties a good home. I am also very sorry about your son's cat. Todd being able to tell me what is going on with his health was the whole reason we started the buttons as he has some chronic issues I must keep a close eye on. The added benefit is he can tell me his other wants and needs.
It makes me so happy when he says that he's happy! 😸
Me too. That's what I want, healthy, happy kitties living their best lives.
that is great that Todd is doing well. nothing worse then dull pain . nice video, pet Todd for me!
maybe todd understands you might be under consern so todd tries to tell you , he is feeling good
That is very possible, I believe he knows I'm concerned about his health.
This is fascinating.
I know, I am amazed by what he can do.
Such a Smart baby!! He knows your concern he is comforting you & himself ❤ Love & Light to All ❤
Thank you so much!
Does he usually say “hello” every time he sees you, or mostly just when he wants your attention? 💜
Since it was introduced, he usually starts the day with a hello to me. Also, when I get home in the evenings.
How sweet it's like a good morning happy to see you.
Suddenly I am thinking of that James Cameron 'Flicker Show.' (Also R.A.H's Martians. {If "memory Serves."} "I see you, Sully.")
@@TheChroniclesofToddToddTalksI can’t think of anything better than being greeted by a friendly cat in the morning or when you come back home.
He let you know how he feels ❤❤❤
Yes, he tells me how he feels, it's wonderful.
Listen to Todd purring 💚💚
Todd purrs a lot. 😊❤️
@@TheChroniclesofToddToddTalks and there is nothing better than a purring kitty.
When Todd looks up at dad and all you can see is the bottom of his nose and chin, it reminds me of the Peanuts comics when Snoopy is looking up and crying.
...Only Todd is happy.
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I wish you could see his eyes, they are full of love.
I wonder if Todd has an ear infection from the oral surgery! That happened with my pup. Did the vet check his ears?
I am so invested in this Todd’s Head Ouch series 😅
Yes, because he only has head right now on his button board to cover the whole area the vet checked his ears, eyes, sinuses, etc. The video Head Ouch Update talks about what the vet found. Thank you and I'm glad you are here!
Hmm, I’ve read all the comments and think what Todd’s doing is even smarter than those suggestions. I think timing is relevant here. He loves his Dad so much that I reckon the slight reprimand of Please don’t claw the board made him want to change the conversation quickly to something dad would respond to positively. Therefore… Happy head. Dads voice gets all warm and super friendly and all is very well in Todd’s world. He has manipulated the conversation… for everyone’s benefit (but mostly his!)
I didn't look at it like that. That is a possibility, I will have to go back and watch it again.
@@TheChroniclesofToddToddTalksWell I don’t know Todd like you do, but he definitely felt your comment, his ears went back further than the button error. If I’m right talking about Glamour was just the first thing he thought of to get everyone’s mind off his faux pas, his hesitation was partly because Glamour wasn’t his main concern then, but then he hit on a better conversational gambit!
Smart boy! His little red bow tie makes him look dapper
Yes, he's a spiffy kitty.
love the purr when you picked him up
He has a big motor
My head is happy, too!
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So happy that Todd's feeling better. He's such a sweety.
Thank you 😊
He’s so cute and smart! ❤😊
Todd wants to insure dad he has no need to worry awww
I love that he is telling me.
This is so cute
Thank you 😊
Todd is certainly no dummy, he has taught you well that you will pick him up a give attention and kisses when he says 'head' and 'look'.
I don't think that is it. I think he knows I am concerned about his health. He has Pets, Cuddles, Belly Rubs, Brush, and Floor Time buttons for attention.
That is a display of true trust, he wants you to check too. 😊
Yes, Todd trusts me completely.
Just discovered your channel an hr ago but I'm already bracing myself for a video where Todd types on his own keyboard. For Todd's blog, don'tcha know. Pet cats and dogs and pigs and birds and hamsters and turtles around the world follow him.
Welcome, I'm glad you are here! Todd actually does have a few pets that follow him, lol. Some viewers have sent me pictures of their pets watching Todd and reaching up to touch the TV.
@@TheChroniclesofToddToddTalks ▪︎ I knew it!
This is truly amazing!
Thank you
how did I get here?
I just needed to know his head was better 😂 now I'm subscribed
Lol, welcome, and I'm glad you are here.
I hear Todd purring
You can hear him purring on a lot of the videos. He's a happy boy :)
He just puts a smile on my face every time he communicates with you. And I heard his pur box going strong when you picked him up. It was so cute. I love hearing cats purr, it just makes me feel good, too. Thank you for the video, cya next time
You are so kind
AT LEAST HIS HEAD IS HAPPY HE IS BETTER NOW
Yes, and that is a good thing.
Someone is definitely under the paw!
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I am pretty sure Todd wants more pets. He is so cute!
I'm not sure there is enough floor time, pets, belly rubs, and brushes to satisfy him. Lol
Todd is such a loving boy. It's wonderful to see he has a way to follow up with his healing. In hindsight of course his gums would be sensitive for awhile after surgery. I went back to watch a few of the videos.. he thoughtfulness with Glamor was so precious. Thank You!!!
Aww thank you, I'm glad you are here! 😊
It's just so incredible how smart some of these cats are! I started w my cat last yr & she's been doing so well w her buttons. Wish I would have known abt these sooner! Glad u're feeling better, Todd! 🖤🤍🖤
Yes the buttons are amazing!
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Thank you 😊
Heh, looks like he's discovered a new way to get attention from dad. 😂 (head updates)
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Sweetest boy ever!!!
Aww, thank you 😊
Tod is adorable :)
Aww, thank you 😊
What button does he touch at 6:12 before he says "Head happy" at the end?
He sees Glamour off camera and touches the Glamour button.
My goodness😢 you two are so wholesome!
Aww, thank you so much, I appreciate it!
Great that he's telling how he's feeling.
Yes, it is. This was the goal when we started the buttons.
New viewer here. Does Todd ever act like a typical cat to get your attention. You know, wrap himself around your legs, lay on your book or across your keyboard, knock your glass off the table etc?
Oh yes, he still does everything he did before, except now he seems to have a lot more confidence in himself. When I am not around the buttons, he still communicates with me through body language and meows.
Love you Todd 💋💘 Greetings from Vancouver, British Columbia
Thank you and Hello!
I didn't know cat's could be this intelligent. Fascinating!
Thank you 😊
@@TheChroniclesofToddToddTalks you're welcome and thank you for sharing your marvelous feline friend and your interactions with him. 🐈😊
Yup, sounds like all cylinders are 'Turning and Burning.' (Basic story here seems to be, "Todd Wants {his Dad's} Attention." {Fellow named Hafen used to tell me, "I can't afford to Pay attention." Glad Todd's 'caregiver' seems to have a Fair Amount Available.})
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He's a handsome boy! And smart, too.
Aww, thank you!
Todd you are such a handsome young man with your red bow tie and you talk humanese.
Thank you 😊
Wow!! He is so interactive with you!
Yes, he will tell me things he going to do like Todd Sleep and go take a nap. Lol
Very smart little guy! ❤
Thank you.
Aw! Maybe he knows that it scares you, so he gives you updates.
He might have also learned that it gets your attention quicker. 😅
I think he knows I am concerned about his welfare.
He means come and grab my face and kiss my head.
I don't think so, he has kisses, cuddles, pets, and belly rubs buttons.
Look means ATTEND por favor. Touch my head.
I don't think so. In a previous video, he said, "Ouch Head" (See Todd Said Something Rather Concerning Tonight), and we went to the vet where he found the issue. (See Ouch Head Update) I believe he is telling me that it is feeling better and no longer hurts.
😻😻.
Thank you 😊
I also wonder if he is not trying to report a slight tenderness still and that is why he keeps circling back to head. He has no concept for discomfort. He knows it's not ouch, but he wants to tell you he feels it. ... just wondering.
It's possible. I looked in his mouth when he said, "Look head" and could not see any redness. That doesn't mean it's not uncomfortable for himbb
@@TheChroniclesofToddToddTalksI was also wondering if a healing wound couldn't have started to feel very weird at this point. Tingly or maybe itchy.
How often does todd use the buttons? Is it a constant stream of presses or is it more spontaneous? 0:
When he wants something, he will use it. When I first get up or get home, he will go non-stop with requests for about an hour.
This video is amazing! This makes me wonder if pigs could be taught to use a soundboard as well. Or even dolphins with waterproof ones underwater...I mean... So many possibilities!! Birds! (Ones that can't talk)... My mind is blown!!!
I don't think I have seen a video of a pig using the buttons but I'm sure they could do it, they are very smart. I have seen videos of a bird and a horse using buttons.
I forgot her name, but there is a cow using buttons ❤
@@SuperCrazyGirlfriend Oh, cool! I hadn't heard about that.
I’m so glad Todd is pain free 🩷
Me too, I wish yhe other kitties would show an interest in the buttons. It's such a benefit for them to be able to tell you when they are not feeling well.
@@TheChroniclesofToddToddTalksI've seen other channels where cats are posessive of their buttons, kind of marks them as their own territory. Perhaps other cats don't show interest, because to them those are Todd's buttons?
Hhmm I wonder if it could work to get separate buttons that are not Todds.
@@AnnaMorimoto I've tried that. They want nothing to do with them.
@@AnnaMorimoto I've tried offering the others their own button and pad to start and got the You kidding right look. Lol
I think he just wanted you to pet his head. 💞😁
Maybe, he does have a pets button.
@@TheChroniclesofToddToddTalks I think it’s just wonderful how well you care for and how much you love him. 😻
This is so amazing to watch. I'm not sure how in the world you get him to do that......but you do!!!!! I would love to try it with my Kip He is 5 years old.......is that a good age to try this gadget? Are they really expensive? How long does it take for you to get a response.....week.....month.....more than a month?
It is all patience and modeling. Some cats will do it and someone. Todd is the only one of three in my house who chose to do this. I don't think that age is a limiting factor. Billi was 12 when she started and made it to 70 words. There is no set time for your learner to acknowledge the buttons and start using them. It depends on the willingness of the learner and how much you are willing to do. Todd is a special case. He is a very smart boy and understood what the buttons were and what they could do for him right away. Hr started using his buttons 10 minutes after he got them. This is not typical.
Thank you so much for the quick reply.....very helpful indeed and SO much fun to watch you guys interact even if I never get one. I don't think we realize how smart animals are until we see something like this. Look forward to seeing more.....thank you!
I just felt the need to let you know, because it greatly amuses me... My cat does not appreciate these videos. My cat's name is Buddy. My cat does not like the computer telling him 'hello' lmfao
Glamour does not either. Here's a video of her expressing her distaste for the buttons the day I set them up. th-cam.com/video/NHa9qT8myOI/w-d-xo.html
I wonder if This button communication board is being used with kids ?
The buttons were originally designed to help non-verbal people before being adapted for animals.
Well, what I want to know, is, does Glamour talk as well? Also, I'm interested in the setup, and are you mapping by color as well as by say "type" or "relational concept" or is it just random. Also, you seem to permit loads of undulations in the perimeter of the board to permit Todd maximum reach and also, easy reach for words that might be likely to be used together?
I have 3 cats varying in age AND size AND agility. I'd be fascinated to try this myself... one of my cats, by far the largest and also the youngest, was pretty successful feral when she was rescued. She'd like way more interaction than she's currently getting.... But, she's also just as inclined to lay her full 20 something pounds on it. How sturdy be those buttons!
Glamour and Paulie do not use the buttons. I have offered and continue to offer it to them but they are not interested. I use the colors for myself, I don't know if Todd uses them that way. They are groups. Here is a link to a picture I used to set up Todd's board. how.theycantalk.org/c/discussion/order-of-introduction
The undulations are to allow him to reach all the buttons but it is not for certain groups of buttons. This is just the best layout for Todd. The buttons are designed to be used by large dogs, they are sturdy.
@@TheChroniclesofToddToddTalks Thank you!
@@godivademaus You are very welcome, I hope this helps.
What's that button on the red pad that he pushed before head? It didn't go off. I wonder if he chose "head" as an alternative.
Glamour was on my desk in her basket. He touched Glamour
So what is it you told the vet? Todd said his mouth hurt? 😼
I told him it is probably his mouth since he has surgery on that a while back bit I'm not sure as he doesn't have a word for mouth yet, just Head. The vet did find an issue in his mouth.
Does Todd have words for his mouth, eyes, nose, ears?
Not yet, he just started learning his body parts a few weeks ago. Right now he has Back and Head.
@@TheChroniclesofToddToddTalks It will be interesting if/when he twigs that everything can have a word for it.
Where can I get some talking buttons?
Todd is a FleuntPet affiliate, and there is a link to the buttons in the video description. The link will get you 12% off anything totaling over 50.00 at checkout, or you can use the code ToddTalks.
How do you have the patience to train a cat?? 😭😭
It takes time and patience, but knowing this is improving his life is worth it.
I didn’t get my cat buttons but I repeat words to reinforce and he understands what I’m saying or referring to. It didn’t take long. Maybe 4 -5 separate times I’d say “Outisde?” And open the door to backyard catio for my cat. Or when he wanted to go into the garage and wait by the door facing it, I’d say “garage?” And open the door for him. Or as I’m pouring water into his bowl and fountain I’d say “water.” Each time. He got what the words meant fast. If I get buttons, he’d be able to communicate back, which I plan to get later.
Day 1, Todd head pets hmm?
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Needs a mouth button next.
He will get one eventually. Since mouth is a sub group of head I want him to learn all the other major parts first. He can tell me his mouth hurts by saying head but I would hate for him to not be able to tell me his leg hurts because we learned mouth before leg.
the tooth ache must have been very bad then
It was more than a tooth ache. Here is a link to the explanation of what happened. th-cam.com/video/oWGa3GGN55o/w-d-xo.htmlsi=klmQ4cSW80YKeqAp
Maybe he’s just saying Head and Look because he wants attention!
That's a possibility, but he has cuddle, pets, brushes, and belly rubs buttons he can use for that.
Can Todd go outside?
Good question
I do not let any of the kitties outside. We live on a VERY busy road, and we have lots of hawks around.
We live where there is a large grove of trees backed up to our yard.
One day we came home to our tuxedo injured with a huge gouge out of the base of his tail and the back of his head.
We figured a hawk must have attempted to grab him and he managed to escape.
Weve tried to keep him inside, but he was born feral so he got too colostraphobic.
As a compromise, we only let him outside when we are out there with him.
Never at night. Too many predators.
You may have created a hypochondriac!
I don't think so. I think he knows I'm concerned about him and he wants me to know he's okay. I also think he is thankful that he can eat pain free now.
@@TheChroniclesofToddToddTalks I agree with you. I was just kinda joking. He’s lucky to have you.