Meet Marlin! The swimming, ocean-loving, boat riding CAT that thinks he's a DOG in the Outer Banks.
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- Hi. My name is Marlin :) I'm a cat....raised by dogs. And I think I'm a dog. I live in the Outer Banks of North Carolina with my mom, Caroline Jarvis, and dad, Mack Hopkins....and they are about to get married! I have 4 dog siblings - Buxton, Hattie, Shady and Buoy. They've taught me everything I know. My favorite things are going to the beach to go swimming in the ocean, jumping on the boat to go fishing, eating fresh seafood, and swimming in the canal. I'm pretty much living the dream! Follow @carolinejarvis on instagram to follow my adventures!
The fact you can take him outdoors and he stays with the "pack" (rather than sauntering off to do his own thing and/or getting lost) is just amazing. 😃
He NEVER wants to be left behind or miss an adventure! He loves watching and following the pups but he certainly still has all his amazing cat like tendencies as well. He's pretty awesome!!
I am not surprised by that actually. Our cat does the same thing. She never leaves us when we go out. Cats are like tiny little social lions sometimes.
I had a cat that insisted on coming on the long walk to the mailbox (down a winding dirt road in the woods) with the dog and me. After the dog died, she came alone. All the way down, and all the way back.
@@RobMacKendrick ❤️
Its absolutely bizarre. Maybe he thinks he is a dog? Is that possible? How can he put up with being wet so much without his skin being harmed? Cats have such thin skin. He has to be the toughest cat ever.
The close-up of Marlin sitting on the dashboard of the family car is priceless - if that doesn't put a smile on your face then nothing ever will.
G'Day from Sunny Australia.
Awwww! Yea he loves being in the sun on the dash!
@@marlinthecatdog
Gatos Bichitos🐈❤😢😭
Brissieskater-I completely agree.Thank you for saying it
Lovely video. Gives you a nice feline…
I thought he was outside riding on the windshield
If only the different groups of people/countries could learn to get along like your pets who have embraced each other despite differences.
Oh yes, a swimming cat will stand out from the other mundane cats. They are fun to watch too, but this cats takes it to another level.
Cute how the dogs always turn around to make sure that he's nearby
A term used to describe that is Social Referencing.
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To : Kelmie Bigelow --- I noticed that too.They really are older siblings.
they're a family
He's one of their pack.
they are always looking out for Marlin
Marlin does an excellent 'Dog Paddle'.
He's a CatDog in real life.
I think it's so amazing how animals Instinctively know how to swim. God took care of everything.
All cats CAN swim. The difference here is; "when they have to".
@@HattaTHEZulZILLA86 And when they want to. The way Marlin plays at the beach and doesn't run away from the water coming on shore tells a lot about his being good with water. There are other cats on social media who willingly and happily jump in the water.
Cat paddle !! hehehehe
What all the world bombards us with, this is definitely a breath of fresh air! Thank you for posting.
I was hoping it would spread joy with everyone! He brings so so much extra love, laughter and joy to our world and I wanted to share :) I'm so glad you loved it!
Absolutely I hate the news. I'd rather watch these kinds of videos. Makes me happy
Thanks! I needed that. And I will watch it again later.
I'm not a dog person, having grown up around cats (I don't hate dogs).... I love this little guy, Marlin & I love your dogs for embracing him. Your video brought a huge smile to my face! 🐱
thank you so so much :) I worked so hard on this video and we love our little fur family!!
I do hate dogs. There are more of us every day.
Agreed. I'd prefer to have one dog training a pack of cats to be adventurous. I could live with a dog under those cirumstances.
What a gorgeous little guy hanging out with his big brothers. Living his best life!
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He really is :)
That one shot at 3:10, where as a kitten he's checking the sea - the moment where he gets hit by the waves, he backs off a bit, unsure. Then one of his big brothers comes running to check on him !
It looks like cats are like humans in being creatures of habits ...
God is in everyone and everything, after the winter comes the spring,
But the divine is not limited by anyone or anything,
All that matters is a wonderful thing ...
@@matteparent2468 hahah :) so so cute! The ocean and the beach is by far his favorite place to play!
This makes me insanely happy. Thanks for sharing this, it’s a beam of light in a grim time.
I'm so so happy it could bring some joy! We have added a lot of new videos too :) Hope you love them all!
Marlin is full of the joy of life. Beautiful.
He amazes us! We love him so much ☺️
He is getting an extraordinary life for a cat. My great aunt had one the same. She would come fly fishing with us all over the place, playing with the dogs and generally being a little bugger with my fly line when I was learning to cast. She would also come on our night dry fly excursions as well. Never lost her once. Great aunt Jessy could call that cat from miles away with a yodel. Fun times.
This has to be the best and happiest cat life it's possible to have. This is paradise.
Awww, yay! We think it's paradise :)
and dog life as well!
The ocean loving cat that thinks he's a dog & is named after a fish!!!
LOL!👍😁🐕🐈🐟❗
Looking at him swim he's a catfish! :D
@@rogerelzenga4465
GOOD ONE 👍
Well, he looks like a clown fish. Orange and white. 😄
hehe :) :)
He seems a little hard of herring.
Red cats are just the best!
I totally agree :) And we just posted a new video tonight of Marlin's kitten memories :) Hope you love that one too! :)
Your dogs have done and excellent job raising Marlin. Your furry friends are all so precious! Thanks for sharing.
Awww...thank you thank you so much!! I just adore them all so much! :)
Such pure delight to watch Marlin with his family of pups. He is such a trooper!
Marlin is living his best life ✌🏼
Yes he is
that's the Truth!!!
@@lisalaurent8697 💛
Love the part where Marlin is staring at his own reflection in the bottom of the bowl! 😜 I imagine he’s saying “what’s that cat doing here?!! 😡 Can’t he see that this is a house only for dogs like me?!! 😡😡😡” 😋
hahahaha :)
@ David Burke So good to see that I'm not the only one who saw that, as that was exactly what it looked like he was thinking.
I thawt Marlin, (after looking at the image for a little while
was thinking,) holy mackeral!!!, that's me!!, I'm gorgeous!, & my name suits me as well, I'm better looking than the others. What a wonderful happy clever cat, will have fun watching again sometime, may marlin & family have a long happy life, & thank you heaps, you've added to my happines, happy to b happier 🤩
And the little dude says" what cat I don't see no cat here do you'? (lol)
@@Sunshinexoxo4795 That's exactly what he's saying. This story is so good for me health wise and I watch it often.
That's amazing. Long life to Marlin & friends. GB 🐱
awww, yay! Thank you for following along! we love sharing our adventures!
What a precious family
thank you :)
sooobgpod
why does she think she's a cat and dog
and not just a cat
Ye
This is about the cutest thing I’ve ever seen!
And they say cats don't. Like water? Sure you can't bathe a cat?
@@gnorville5764 .
Me too!
This video is so cute and so awesome it had me in happy tears! Way2go Marlin
Agreed! Marlin and his dog siblings are so adorable! God bless for providing them all with a beautiful life🙏! Greetings from Canada!
Marlin needs to be featured on the dodo. He is such a trooper.
Super agree
They contacted me :)
@@marlinthecatdog That’s wonderful to hear!!! Yeah!! Congratulations!!!
@@fearlessinchrist-5931 :) :)
INSANELY ADORABLE! Thanks for making my day :))
Awwww :) I'm SO happy you enjoyed it! That makes my day :)
Marlin is just about the cutest little guy! Hopefully he’ll grow up to be one happy “doggie”! 😻
He swam at his best ability and heart when he was so tiny. Brave soul. 💗🌸💖
He is such a brave little sweet soul! :)
Marlin knows how to spread the good vibes 🤙🏼
He brings a lot of extra joy and laughter and fun to our family! we love him so much!
LOVE THIS!!!!! I had a "Marlin" named "Daisy May"!!! She loved her dogs - a lab and a golden - I even had to feed her in a corner of their bowl. What a hoot - 2 big heads and 1 little head all stuck down in the bowl chowing down!!!
Awww..OMG! I can picture this now....SO SO sweeeeeeet! I just love it!
OMG I love it when cats do the crab walk...I'm at work and I LOL!!
hahahahaha omg it's hilarious right.. JUST WAIT until you see Episode #2 and #3 of the new series, "Growing up with Marlin" It's HILARIOUS!!!
What a great children's story book!!! Children would love too read the story of Marlin and his Adventures😀.
It's in the works right now :) hehe!
@@marlinthecatdog , Can't wait to read it🙂
@@silent_whispers319 yayyyyy!!
@@silent_whispers319 That's quick and very bright of you. I would hire you in an instant.
Hurry don’t let anyone steal that idea! Wink wink 😘👍🏼
That is a mind-blowing little kitty you have there. Cats never cease to amaze me with the things they can learn.
Cats are so CURIOUS and amazing learners! And him being raised by the dogs has been an insane story to watch :) I Just love it!!
Little man is growing up to be strong and tough like he big brothers . He's a little hero kid in my eyes.
He’s adorable! And he’s a great swimmer, too. He appears to be one happy “doggie”. 😻
I recently lost my beloved cat, BAILEY, I've been SO SAD!!! But, seeing MARLIN made me laugh, and put a smile on my face!
I am so so sorry and sad to hear that :( losing a pet/child/best friend is the hardest feeling in the world! thoughts to you!
@@marlinthecatdog Thanks for responding! Some people have snickered at me, they don't seem to understand you can have a STRONG connection with a cat!
My mom knows I love cats and she sent me this video the day before she passed away. Makes me happy to watch it.
Sorry for your loss
Sorry dear
To :Jeff Tee --- I am so sorry !
Your mom sounds like a special person.
This comment can mean two opposite things...
He's loving it on the dashboard 🤣🤣🤣😁
He’s a mess! Haha loves riding in the truck!
God bless you both for caring and taking Marlin in and making him part of your family 👍👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️❤️
We love our animals so much...they are spoiled rotten! haha....they are all living the dream!
Well said, Louis Mazza!
What a cute menagerie! I have never seen a cat that digs swimming!
2:44 - The moment when he looks into the bottom of the bowl and sees a cat's reflection looking back at him - "What the hell?!"
hahahaha ! Right....hilarious :)
I have fallen in love with Marlin the kitty kitty!!!!
Awwww, YAY 💛🐈 well we have shared a lot of new videos on our page and have a lot of new adventures coming to share too! I’m so happy you’re following along!
So many small animals are under estimated and never live up to their full potential. The more experiences and adventures Marlin has the more his brain will get exorcised. There’s no doubt that by the time he’s a senior cat he will be incredibly wise for a cat.
Amazing how pets adjust with different types of pets in the family
Happy this video was recommended, absolutely loved it
All your pets are gorgeous
I'm so so happy it was recommended too :) I worked hard on this video and I just love love love my fur babies and how they all interact with each other. It has so much to do with how I raised them and showed them the world and all that :) It's been amazing to watch. But my life has always been like this :)
This is truly a wonderful story most cats hate the water and will do everything NOT to be put into water.! Lol 🐈
But he cute he's special and unique and he's letting you guys know l can Roll with the Big Dogs Anytime.!! lol !🦮🐕🦺
Awwww, haha!!! Yes…he lets us know that every single day! He can definitely roll with the big dogs. He’s so cool! 😎
Doesn't get any cuter than that. Love how they interact with each other.
Me too...its constant funny entertainment! They are all so funny together. It's so fun everyday and they are spoiled rotten! haha :)
@@marlinthecatdog I could watch videos of this family with all the animals everyday. The cat is so unique. Glad someone else enjoyed it as much as me.
They are so cute together! Marlin loves his dog friends and they love him! 🥰😻
That’s the truth and they are spoiled rotten!
Sending Love to Marlin ,the dogs and the people that Care for them . You are great ! And lovely too
Pets are a reflection of their owners: You Scored 100%+ Wonderful! It's people like you that make the internet a better place! Thank You!
well this made me smile :) thank you! I was hoping this would make people happy! :)
I LOVE when Kittens are Raised with Dogs, even better with puppies. TOO Cute when they play!
Thank you! We love them all so much...they are all living the dream :). They play ALL day LONG hahah!
This cat is so living his best life! Cool family kiddo. God bless you all.🎉🐈❤🎈🎈🎈
thank you so much :) We feel very blessed!
He has a great life & knows he can always keep warm with his shaggy family.
Martin is the perfect name for that boy! Awesomeness! Thanks for sharing. I have an orange tabby named Chief who is also a nutjob....they are so funny..these critters!!!
Love them all.
hahaha nut job is a perfect name for orange tabbys! So wild and so fun :) I Just love it....so glad you enjoyed the video! We have so much more coming to the channel! Can't wait to share!
His name is MarLIN.
The cutest kitty ever. This makes me so happy!
awwww :) hi! thank you so much....he brings a lot of extra joy and fun to our life!
After the kind of year and a half we have had, this is so relaxing and happy. Takes kitties and doggies to make us happy.
And those puppers love him too.
Sooooo much 💛
He’s so TINY! Please protect this little guy!
we always do :) He has grown a lot now too! I've uploaded a lot of new videos! :)
I wouldn't have believed it if I hadn't seen it, a water loving cat!
he loves it!!!
@@marlinthecatdog That’s awesome! Years ago we went out on our boat, it was 32ft. if I remember right. It had the walk around that was less than a foot wide. We used to take our cat with us and one night we were down below eating dinner and we heard a splash and we ran out to find our cat swimming! We got her back on boat and she didn’t seem fazed too much. She’d still walk around the boat but we watched her like hawks after that! I think if given more time she would have been a water loving cat too! She loved the boat so much we even took her to Canada on it. Just had to show proof of immunizations at border. That was long time ago and she’s not with us anymore but she lived a pretty adventurous life, lol!
She is such a unique. Never seen such a hydrophilic feline. Loads of love and kisses to to her.
It's a male cat
When I lived in SoCal, I went to the beach often. At one particular beach there was a cat who was always hanging around, chasing the waves, having fun. He pretty much ignored people. And, that cat was also a ginger tabby.
@@robinpayne8916 that's awesome! I love this comment!
:)
@@humbled_pleb 🐈
This video makes me so happy. Marlin has the exact facial markings as a cat I had. I live in Norfolk and I love the OBX and Marlin! Godspeed Caroline and crew!
God bless him…Live Long Marlin
Marlin even drives! Lol. Very adventurous kitty :)
Haha! Marlin for president 😁
Marlin doing the crab walk on the beach was hilarious. 😸
hahahah! That is one of my FAVORITE parts too! Hilarious!
That made me laugh as well. I guess we know who the king of the beach is. He made himself as big as possible and then just as fast the confidence flooded in, he was off to play on HIS beach. I love the relationship between all the animals in this group. They really have each others backs
Most cats hate being left behind. I taught my cat to sit and speak and roll over!. She wants to be around us all the time no matter what. Cats are great pets but please dont let them go out by themselves without a leash to keep them safe and other animals like chipmunks and birds safe. Treat them like dogs by using a leash when needed and going outside. :-) so cute she is!
I love Marlin!!! so cute!!!
thank you so so muchhhhh :) :) Yay!
A little-known fact: Marlin has actually brainwashed his dog bros into thinking they're cats.
NOW that's a plot twist :) haha!
Haha, very true!
Mee-WOW!
We once had a dog (Chow/Bassett)... raised by cats... who covered his "job" just like a cat.
Had another dog who climbed trees, but he was a Jack Russell, so no surprise there.
If only we could all live such a rich, meaningful life our world would be a very different place.
Wow…thank you because I thrive to live a very natural…organic….true life in nature with my family and staying creative as much as possible!
When I was a kid, I had a cat that loved the water. It started when he was walking around the edge of the tub when my mom was taking a bath. He fell in and decided he liked it. It was hard to keep him out after that.
Awww, so so CUTE!!! Marlin has always loved the shower and the tub. He comes hauling BUTT across the house to play near the bath tub when you turn off the shower. He hears you open the curtain and he comes a running!! haha
This is AMAZING I have never meet a cat that likes water. What a cool cat.
he's so cool to us too :) we love him!
He is so tiny next to his siblings. He is an awesome swimmer!
He’s a great little swimmer! And he’s gotten a lot bigger now! We’ve shared a lot more videos! 😁
What a sweet boy!! I’m not even a cat person but he is precious!
Always felt kinda odd seeing people talking about themselves being a "cat person" or a "dog person". I've yet to come across a comment under a rabbit video that says "I'm not a rabbit person."
You will be a cat person too, one day! You can take cats out to walk too (without a leash) in areas where there is nog a lot of (speeding) traffic. Once I walked with 6 of 7 cats ( 5 of them belonged to me, and even neighbouring cats walked with us). And to see all their tails pointing at the sky. That makes the day!
@@IllusionQueen4Eva In my culture, these are symbolic concepts (with some truth behind). Being a dog person means that you are loyal and/or likes hierarchy (to obey or command others). Being a cat person that you are more into freedom and independence.
thank youuuu :) :)
@@erikabee3498 awww, I love it!!!
Marlin & his buddies/fam are the cutest ever!! I loved this story of Marlin.
Thank you so so muchhh!! :)
Marlin is LITTERally FELINE fine knowing he has 8 more lives of sheer bliss! For some reason I find red cats to be the most adventurous and I've had all kinds.
seven, four, zero, three, one, zero, five, seven, two, eight
Would not have believed it if I hadn't seen it. You have been blessed with one of the most
unique cats in the world AND you're giving him a wonderful life! Just incredible!
Awww...well thank you so so much. It's got a lot to do about how I raised him too :). He has been blessed with a very adventurous family and life near the water and lots of seafood!
@@marlinthecatdog I didn't even consider the seafood angle! Nice perk for any feline! It's such a feel good story. The dogs are terrific as well, tolerating Marlin's antics.
Rarely subscribe to any channel but this will be the exception. Will check out your otherr social media as well.
This really is one of the most adorable things I have seen, being a Cat Dad myself. Long live Marlin...a most Unique and Adventurous Cat...um..I mean "Dog" (Sorry, Marlin 😂) 😻 ❤
hahah, long live Marlin! I love it :). He's a hoot and so adventurous! He always wants to be doing everything the dogs are doing :)
So nice and brave cat!
That is one special cat
He's beautiful and so feisty. My own cat is now 9 but this brings back memories of him as a kitten. So fearless and funny. I remember his pride when he "caught" a pigeon feather - what a trophy he had! :)
Awww they are so proud of their catches
Awww! That’s awesome! Cats are definitely very proud of their catches. Cats are such unique animals and we love how much marlin always wants to be with the dogs. Never a dull moment around here 🥰
I adore him! It’s so great to see more people appreciating that some cats can be adventure nomads like dogs. Merlin is a character, ginger boys usually are pretty special souls.
I had an orange tabby cat when I was a little girl growing up and he was so so special to me. I always knew I would want to adopt another one! Marlin has been such a fun, sweet, and sassy addition to our family :)
Amazing cat! People fight for animals! They deserve your protection!
I live on my sailboat on the Columbia River, at a very nice marina with my Siamese cat, Java. She loves living on the boat and loves to go for walks on the dock with me. She is my third Siamese to liveaboard with me and they take to it very well.
Marlin is amazing has a pure heart loves everyone
Not a cat person, but this one is special. A cat who likes to swim?! outstanding characteristic.
He loves it! Always wanting to do everything that the dogs are doing!
Marlin is the cutest little kitty ever ! I love the way she plays in the water. We have 5 cats and 2 Dobermans and they get into all sorts of mischief together but NO water!
That's beautiful! All animals deserve a live like this! Pure love & joy!
I totally agree :)
Every boat or ship needs a cat, it's tradition!
Haha, yessss!!
Right? There is a Naval cat that survived 2 or 3 shipwrecks, found clinging to a board each time, then retired at an old age home for sailors!!!
@@annebruecks7381 "Unsinkable Sam". Was the Ship's Cat on the famous German Battleship Bismarck, and was fished out of the water after she was destroyed and taken aboard a British destroyer, that was later torpedoed and sunk as well, after which he was transferred to the carrier Ark Royal, which was sunk by torpedoes and rolled over. He was found floating on a plank, and sent back to England to live the rest of his days at the Home for Sailors in Belfast.
I love marlin....we love you marlin. Be a good boy ok. Much love ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
He’s a great boy ☺️
@@marlinthecatdog he sure is...I had a cat like marlin, he's name was Tito was raised by my 3 pitbulls and all 3 defended Tito in any encounters. Miss my Tito.
Marlin is so adorable
Thank you so much :) We love our little Marlin!
@@marlinthecatdog
He's so special
This is so precious. It put a big smile on my face. We need more of this !!!!!
Awww, yay!!!! I have shared new videos on the channel and we have lots more coming too!
A loving family makes everyone happy! Nice living family you have there!
thank you so much! I take great pride in loving my animals and taking the best care of them :)
LOL at how he swims. He looks like a tinny fluffy sausage with four tinny feisty propellers attached.
LOL LOL hilarious comment!
Marlin you are a very special cat 🐈 ❤❤
HE IS RIDICULOUSLY CUTE AND JUST AMAZING! ❤😍❤
thank youuuuu! hehe! He's living the dream :) we love him!
Just LOVE this little guy!! He's got a great lifestyle!! (People who thumbs-down this video are just jealous Marlin has a better life than they do!!) 😊👍
haha! The Internet is something aint it....people love to just come on here and hate on stuff for no reason! It's so pointless! thank you for the sweet comment and support! We love our little family!
@@marlinthecatdog Yep!! Please gjve Marlin a BIG hug, kiss and a nice scratch from me!! 😊👍
@@idleonlooker1078 💛
It is so cool to see this cat having so much fun thinking he's a dog. I imaging when he was looking into the dogs water dish and seeing his reflection that he was surprised that he didn't look more like a dog. I have a few cat stories myself that show just how much they love their owners, or as I like to put it, partners.
Right :) haha! He's like wait a second...my siblings don't look like this! haha :) he is SUCH a mess and we love him so so so much! Cat stories are the best!
@@marlinthecatdog That's exactly the look Marlin has on his face, it's as though he's trying to figure out when he will grow bigger and look like his friends, so cool!
He is the cutest, coolest, chillest, luckiest cat!
We think he's pretty cool :) and very lucky! Thank you for watching!
Sooo cute 🥰
thank you love! I added a lot of new videos too!
Marlin is the absolute cutest!! Hopefully I'll see him on the beach when I come down this summer :)
Awwww...I hope SO!!!!!
th-cam.com/video/3JEBbYBCIdo/w-d-xo.html .... this is so cute too
This cat's life is essentially paradise.
I AGREE :)
Yup, when a meow becomes a woof!
Other cats on water: "Oh no! My furr. My beautiful furrr!"
Marlin on water: "SPLASH!"
🤣 🤣 🤣 🤣
Hahahaha! Marlin…”let’s go swimming” 😎
Thanks a lot for your animal love and your sweet and lovely animals - Marlin, what a wonderful, lovely cat!
I love and cherish my little fur babies! I have always just loved all of my animals SO MUCH! We are so blessed and we love little Marlin Man :)
Marlin clearly has star quality! 😊
What a beautiful kitten. A little darling.😻
thank you so so much :) And this is just episode #1 of very many! We have so much to share and I'm so happy you're following along!! It's gonna be FUN! :) haha
Love watching Marlin’s adventures! He looks like such a sweetie pie!
He is FULL of sweet, sass, adventure, and tricks! We love him! :)