I Did Not Teach Todd To Say This - Can You Believe Todd Did This Part 2
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ก.พ. 2025
- This is part 2 of a multi-part series on some amazing things Todd has done. I have always felt and believed that cats are far smarter than we give them credit for. I only teach Todd single words and their meanings/concepts. In Part 1 I showed how on his own Todd started using two, three, and four words to make kitty sentences for his requests and how he asked me to make him a toy.
In this video, I show how Todd on his own is using the words he has to tell me things he wants me to know. I believe this shows he truly understands the words, their meanings, and concepts.
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.
Links:
Todd on FaceBook: / spiffykitty
Todd on IG: / the_chronicles_of_todd
Todd Calendar www.zazzle.com...
Todd’s Buttons (Fluent Pet Affiliate Link): flnt.pt/Todd
Todd’s Website: thechronicleso...
My cat Jade passed away about a year ago but we started using talking buttons during lock down in 2020. At night I would read my phone before falling asleep. Every night when she was ready for bed she would hit the buttons “Tony Light”. To tell me it was time to sleep. I miss her hitting the I love you button so much. Working with her made me feel closer to her than any animal I have ever had, and it made me realize just how intelligent cats really are.
I;m sorry to hear about your sweet Jade, they are truly family and take a piece of us with them when they go. Hearing them saying I love you and knowing they understand and mean it is the best.
Where are my tissues!
I'm sorry for your loss
Such a lovely memory.
Darn it, some ninja snuck inhere and started cutting onions!
To me the most amazing part of this is that Todd is using human language to talk to Glamour. This is reinforced by the fact that he is staring at her. Usually when I see cats staring down one another it's a sign of challenge. That's astonishing. Wow.
Todd continues to amaze me
My cat is so much like Todd...
..she is more aware of my thoughts and feelings than most people are. She easily put words together to express thoughts and feelings.
@@lorizordell7296You mean through buttons?
Cats can be so funny! It's too bad Glamour doesn't converse. I'd love to hear the other side of that conversation!
If Glamour could talk I don't think this would be a G Rated channel anymore. Lol
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@@TheChroniclesofToddToddTalks just don't put those buttons on the board! lol
I was thinking Glamour would say no to Todd being in her basket.
"ouch" "sleep" !!!!!! Glamour hit me dad and it hurt, I was sleeping!!!! "No" Glamour!!
Unbelievably intelligent ❤
Agreed!
Is there a button for Glamour’s name? If so, I’m surprised Todd didn’t use it.
@@Snookscat yes there is, actually. I was surprised he didn't use it myself
Lol he was telling on his sister that give him an ouch while he was sleeping , Amazing Todd ❤
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Why is Glamour rude? Is it the temperament of her breed? My cat is a spayed female, and she's very sweet. I would imagine that breed can have effects on temperament, as it can with dogs.
@@cacatr4495all cats are individuals like people. She wants everything on her terms
@@gatroy3866 Right and so many cats are like that.
Beautiful story. Thank you for sharing. Each one is a miracle.😊
I love it when Todd walks away from the camera, it shows his cute little white pantaloons 🥰
😂it does look like pants
I can't do buttons with my cats because I'm visually impaired and going blind, but I taught my 7yo cat, Pangur, a dozen hand signals back when he was younger. You have inspired me to start clicker training my raggie x domestic cats, Oberon and Artemis. They are doing really well, they are much smarter than we give them credit for. Having my babies run to me at the sound of a clicker is important for their safety, like if we have to evacuate in a hurry or they get outside.
I'm sorry to hear about your vision. It sounds like clicker training would be a good thing.
Hi fellow future blind person! I'm also visually impaired and loosing my vision. That said when I get my next pets, I do plan on teaching buttons. I'm just going to put bump dots on them or the mat next to them and have someone else do images if I can't see by that point. I think the text alerts would also be incredibly helpful as I wouldn't need to see them to know what they are asking/doing. Since the buttons can be positioned in a mat, it wouldn't be difficult to model them myself once I had the places memorized.
The clicker training or maybe a whistle would be fantastic to call cats I can't find though and is something I hadn't considered. Thanks for the idea!
@kohlfrog I have mobility issues as well which adds an extra layer of complication, I have seriously considered it, but ultimately decided against it. I have chronic uveitis as a result of auto immune disease. Clicker training has been great for the few times Pangur has got out, but I hadn't got around to teaching Artemis or Obie yet. It's also great if you have a hard time looking for your cat who is hiding, I can't exactly see my babies if they are hiding under the bed, because even if I'm having a good day and can get down to look under the bed, I can't see! They always seem to know when it's time for a vet appointment.
@@angelawossname interesting! There is a good chance my eye problems are exacerbated by autoimmune issues as well! I get retinal bleeds in both eyes during flares, which isn't normal for my eye condition (myopic macular degeneration). I don't have any cats atm because we are focused on alterations to the house to make life easier. We don't want to get any new pets until that's completed and my dog takes the rainbow bridge. She's old and deserves my undivided attention during her remaining time. She would not be a good candidate for buttons or clickers as she's lost a lot of hearing lol.
I don't know what his sense of humor is like, but Todd makes me laugh with some of his expressions -- "Ouch Sleep" and boy do I ever know that feeling! 😹
He is the most expressive cat I have ever seen. You know what he is feeling by looking and his facial expressions.
My favorite was a cat that described rain as "Window Water"❤🥺
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I still remember seeing a Dog whose "Beach" button was broken. They proceeded to say "Help" "Water" "Outside".
@@Blazieth so smart! I'd think "flood? Oh no" at first, but it's so smart to replace the understanding of "Beach,"😁
Cats are incredibly sensitive to our demeanor, Todd wanting to give you comfort, telling you, you are loved!! Also telling you he was rudely smacked while sleeping!! That’s Halarious!!! Thank you for posting these videos!! 🌷💕🌷
You are welcome, I'm glad you are here 😊
Todd is so fluffy and squishy . I just want to hold him
He would let you!
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Interesting to think Todd was using the No button to talk to Glamour, since she shows no interest in the buttons. Probably more likely he wanted to complain to you about Glamour’s mistreatment in true sibling rivalry.
I had one cat boy who was impatient for me to sit down so he could get his pets, regardless of my mood. And another dear little guy who was very attuned to my moods and used lap time for cheering me up. Each cat to their own personality, gotta to love them all!
But Todd with a few more buttons could be a licensed therapist.
Yes, they're all individuals just like us.
I was wondering why Glamour doesn’t use the buttons too. Not interested?
@@Snookscatmy impression is Todd is able to use the buttons for the other cats sometimes.
He is such a bright and loving cat! I believe you are right about him putting words together that show complex thought and definitely more than just "push and reward." I have a lot of respect for Mr. Jackson Galaxy but believe in Todd's case he is able to do more with his words than just ask for something. He is truly a joy to watch! It makes me wonder what my cats would say if they could talk. I have one that would, no doubt, drive me nuts. Lol. Thank you for sharing Todd and his amazing abilities with us. I adore his personality.
Aww, thank you so much and you are welcome.
I know what one of my cats would say. Will'o would say, "Oh my god, I'm freaking out! Um, I need to run OVER HERE! EEE yaw!"
Galaxy, no. Leave space for someone who understands more to become popular.
I love when he pushes a button he looks at dad, he's so smart, I wish I could teach my cat to do buttons but she's almost 16 yrs old an shes very set in her ways, I love her tho ❤❤❤❤
Todd is so sweet to comfort you, cats can tell, my baby Timmy knows when I’m upset and usually wants me to pet him. Todd is very smart and he’s just so adorable
Thank you 😊
He wasn't physically "ouch" too much, but his sleep was "ouch" in that it was cut short 🙂
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He doesnt know glamour smacked him, so he associates the pain with sleep. We see cats do the same with urinary problems. They dont “know” its the wee that hurts and associates the pain with, and stops using the litter box because they think thats causing the problem. Maybe the same here. Todd thinks it was sleeping got him hurt, not glamour
Yes cats are in tune with our emotions. It’s amazing how he interacts with you and his siblings. ❤
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My cat always comes and sits on my lap if I am crying. She wants to comfort me. Anyone, really. She’s very sensitive.
Awww the last one, Todd was asking whats wrong, dad? And trying to,comfort you ❤
I know, he is a blessing.
OMG Todd has more empathy for Human than my sister and her kids combined have for me.
He is a very loving boy
Too funny!😉
It is so adorable that Todd wanted to comfort you. I saw this the second time now and it moves me again. And he said “no” to Glamour after Glamour swat him in the face. You see it clearly in Todds eyes when he looked at him so aggrieved😂
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He's like yeah dad, Glamour gave those skibbity paps while I was sleeping 😂
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This proves that cats have their rightful place as our sisters and brothers
"Ouch". OMG I LOVE HIM!!!!!!!! Bro needs more buttons 🤗
He is up to 45 words now and still learning!
Definitely. Todd knows what he’s talking about!
I think he was asking what happened then (now) with his mat to startle him. His surprised expression was pretty funny.
He was still so on edge from the fireworks the night before, he hates it and is sure the world is ending.
@@TheChroniclesofToddToddTalks Of course. Being overstimulated already would make his mat turning on him a big deal. Poor Todd.
Pretty soon Todd will be dancing all over word board talking in full sentences. That is one SMART kitty.
Love him!! ❤❤
You are such a sweet sweet dad for Todd!
😊 thank you
Todd is such a smart and thoughtful kitty. We, as humans, could take a lesson from these button talking fur babies. ❤You Todd. You too, Glamour. ❤
Aww, thank you so much
Smart, sensitive, and beautiful too.
Wow, thank you!
Todd is absolutely a very intelligent and special cat. I love seeing all the new ways that he uses his words he really seems to have a solid grasp on what they mean and how to use them, rather taught or not. He is sooo smart, and he just seems to love you so much. Seems like Todd really wants to learn his words to better communicate with you and also to please you, out of love and out of the special bond that you two have. I just love this sooo much. Gosh, Todd just warms my heart... Thank you as always for these great videos.
Aren't animals amazing with their ability to sense moods? My dogs even knew when l was not feeling well and would just lay beside me offering comfort.
Interesting that he also asked for food against the yellow background so he can see it. Always a better day with the unconditional love of you favorite cat:)
Absolutely
Not sure you'll see this, but I bought a small, yet loud shop fan. It's upstairs where we sleep and where my cats go during storms, fireworks, etc.
It's made all the difference!
Todd's a sweetie!
Thank you 😊
Smart boi! Sleep ouch bad. Mousey on whirly good. Yes Dad, Todd love you.
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When i lost my 16 year old cat, Morgan last year, my son's 1 year old orange tabby, Leo was the only one who came to me and comforted me when i was crying. He is very special. We have his brother and sister as well and they are all very different. They are all very loving. My son and i discussed getting the buttons.
If that is something you are wanting right through Monday 1/29 FluentPet is having a rare 20% off sale with the coupon code ChattyPets685. With this last round of Buttons I gave Todd he is out of new ones and I am going to be getting some more for him. I wait for the 20% sales.
Gosh his intuition is spot on! He knew you had a rough day and said "love you" - this cat is so adorable. What a darling!
So dear and sweet. Thank you both.
Aaawww so sweet how he tells you he loves you and then walk up to you ❤❤
Yes and I wish the camera could show the look in his eyes. I know he loves me and I am truly blessed.
@@TheChroniclesofToddToddTalks Yes he does I can see that too from his body language!!! ❤️
Cats are great 😻
Hahah lol that was cute. He moved his little board trying to say love you.
That's wholesome lol. These buttons are great.
I love watching Todd. He is so handsome and smart and sophisticated. A little bit of joy every day helps.❤
Todd is really intelligent and caring.
Todd is really a nice and thoughtful being.
And instead of getting angry at Glamour and slapping back, he
goes to his buttons and say No!
The way he comforts you is also amazing! A true friend!
Thank you, he is a very special little guy.
Todd is such a blessing to you he will sooth your heart when you need it the most my Rascal does the same thing they just know when we need that check rubbed and the comfort a purr brings
They do, and I am blessed
I love Todd! ❤
Our amazing animal teachers confirming what I already knew... :)
I had an ouch while sleeping too, Todd. I fell out of bed and hit the nightstand on the way down, so I rearranged my room, needless to say LOL!
Oh, I hope you are okay.
Todd is such a truly special friend. There is something in his eyes that begs us to search further.
I adore how he starts his thought, stares off into the distance, takes a moment to scratch, cleanse his paw, pause to resume his thought process and then finishes communicating.
Thank you 😊. Todd stretched, washes, or scratches before pushing his button. Billi will pace around her board before pushing a button.
Gosh what a sweet cat. He loves his Daddy so much and I love it too 😭💞
The feeling is mutual 😊
It’s good to set boundaries. 😸💕
He's so intelligent and precious 💖
Thank you 😊
Very cool cat ❤❤❤❤
Thank you 😊
Oh my such a clever boy
When he said ‘Love you’ I totally lost it and am holding in tears. Wow. Such a sweet boy. Thank you for sharing him with us. I’m thinking of getting some of these for my Babu because he looks so frustrated sometimes. And I so wish I could understand him better.
Aww, thank you. I'm so glad you enjoyed the videos. If you are serious about trying the buttons, there is a link in the video description that will get you 12% off anything totaling over 50.00 at checkout. Also, if you have any questions about the process, feel free to ask, I will help if i can.
This is honestly the most wholesome proof that our pets have more knowledge than we think. I wish I had a pet like that, they're so loving when you teach them how to talk with stuff like that
He is so smart!
Thank you 😊
This is quite amazing.
Thank you
This is exactly the way all animals are... they will try to tell you, but they won't be able to say exactly what happened and what it is... but saying as our own emotional development. Makes them feel better and they love you even if they are sad about something else.
It's very simple. Very self centered. But we all stay at this stage until we learn better skills to cope and handle the situations. 😊
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So precious! I agree he was asking what now about what startled him just now.
The more I watch Todd the more I wuv him
Todd is so good at conveying what he is trying to say given the fact he has (understandably) simple and limited options.
Imagine if you did not have cameras filming the instances Todd is talking about...?
You would have little to no context, and it could seem like random button pushing... or, you would simply not understand what he is trying to explain/convey.
The documentation is so key in the inter-species communication experiment and practice!
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The is so much I have understood only after reviewing the footage.
HE WAS TELLING ON HER 😂😂😂😂
All animals are sentient! This is proof. We need to respect all of them as equals
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You have helped me renew my relationship with the two that chose to be with me.
When we’re stressed or upset, our cats sense it and feel u sure and insecure. They need reassurance.
I have been teaching my cat. Open Door. Look! See woof woof doggie? When in living room she always understands. I opened the door. She was in the bedroom. I went in and said the same thing four times. Finally she got it, and ran to the open porch door. Now I know we are understanding about the door.
That's awesome!
Todd is a little angel 👼
Thank you 😊
I hate that animals can’t talk to us like humans because they are so smart and intelligent and have so much to say. ❤
Todd is so sweet. Cats definitely know and care how we feel. When I found out my cat Charlie didn’t have long left after visiting out of hours vet (whom are so awful in the level of care and just overall). I came home and sat with him until 3am. Once I finally went to bed my cat May (who wasn’t the biggest fan of Charlie), came and lay next to me. As I cried myself to sleep she literally held me like arms on each side of m shoulders while I was lying on my side facing her. She held me until I fell asleep.
They can read your emotions. They want to care for us like we care for them
This is so amazing!!!!
Thank you 😊
I think Todd is saying " what was that noise? " like "great- will there be more fireworks?" YOU GUYS ARE ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! And what love and kindness you show to them- great work , Dad!!
Glamour played it pretty cool when Todd dropped a dime on her smacking him in the head while he was asleep! Our beloved cats have apex predator ancestors, after all, so it's not surprising that they're both intelligent and clever. LOL And I have no doubt that Todd (and others) are communicating with intent! 💝 And awww....when he said love you.... 💖
Glamour is a force unto herself and she doesn't care. Lol. She will do things she should right in front of me and then look at me. Lol.
@@TheChroniclesofToddToddTalks Love it! Aren't cats amazing? Wild at heart, yet they can love domesticated humans like us.
technically, Todd was in the wrong first by being in her basket lol
@@w1975b LOL True! Since he knows she doesn't like anyone else sleeping there. 🐈
@@w1975bYes, and Todd knows to even gaze upon her basket risks swift furry wrath. Lol.
Todd is so sweet and smart ❤😻🐾❤️
Thank you 😊
I'm very sick right now and need surgery, and I've managed to teach my cat "No you can't jump on me right now. Jump ouchie mommy." And he's learned to curl up beside me instead of on me. Sometimes I have to tell him a few times, but he gets it eventually. He doesn't want to hurt me, he just wants some loves. And sometimes to reassure me. Cats are very intelligent.
This made me tear up, Todd reassuring you that he loves you ❤️
Todd is a sweet angel❤
I agree
Todd is a very special beautiful little angel I’m glad he has the best Dad to take care of and appreciate him!
Thank you 😊
I think sometimes we interpret too much into button presses, but the sleep ouchie was really impressive
Yes, there is a lot of interpretation that is done and needed. It helps if you have a strong bond with your pet as Todd and I have just as a parent of a toddler can interpret the what the child is wanting with the limited communication s/he has. Todd has to tell me everything with his body language, looks, meows, and 45 words. He shows an amazing grasp of the concepts of the words he knows being able to use them to express words I have not taught him yet further showing his understanding. The best example I like to use is after he learned Happy and before he had Mad he would tell me Happy-No when he didn't like something (We will play later, it's not time yet for dinner, etc) He showed not not only understands the words and realizes it's oppisite and found a way to express it to me.
Brilliant work.
Thank you 😊
Learning so much about listening to and communicating with my 4 cats thanks to you and Todd. Thanks 🎉
I'm so glad it is helping. Todd and I are learning this together as we go.
If you told me 10 years ago that I was one day going to witness a cat say to another cat in English while staring at them "No Ouch sleep", I probably would have thought you're a strange one.
Let's always find a way to marvel at the wonders of nature and animals ! May we never let ourselves become jaded !
The “I love you” and the “I love you too” immediately followed by him walking over to you, tail up and cuddly 😭 I wonder if the “yes” right before was meant to try to cheer you up? Maybe he associates “yes” with things that make him happy, and wanted it to make you happy too?
Yep he sure was tattling lol
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We may need a basket cam! 🙀🤩😂
He's really amazing. The way he puts words together and tries to comfort you just shows how intelligent he is. I think any cat who can use the buttons is amazing, but Todd is exceptional! 😻🖤🤍🐾🔘🐈⬛
Aww, thank you so much 😊
Wonderful kitty.
You are a unique dad. So much awareness and sensitivity can only give great results. ❤❤❤❤
Thank you 😊
He's a tattletale!!! 😮
Yup 😁
Animals are far more intelligent than we give themm credit for
That is amazing 🤩
Thank you 😊
Excellent video! Todd amazes me more each time! "No sleep ouch" was perfect, but unfortunately completely lost on Glamour; Unless, she is learning by osmosis and repetition, but is just too CAT to use your human words board! I'm sure she was aware it wasn't a nice way to wake up, but really didn't care cuz Todd was in HER basket therefore deserving of a smack! Too funny.
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Thank you 😊
Amazing! 🖤🤍🖤
Thank you 😊
Just how did that sweet boy make me cry in just a few seconds!
Aww, thank you so much. I'm glad you like Todd 😊
tearing up when Dad says "i needed that". Been there so many times. even without words they are just a lovely comfort. I just found your channel today (rec'd from billispeaks i suspect) and its really interesting to see the difference in conversation when you have a multi cat household. I have just ordered a 6 piece starter kit for mine, I have 3 cats. Its gonna be chaos lol
Wel ome! I'm glad you are here. Let me know how it goes with your buttons and if you have any questions.
He's so sweet and smart. I felt bad laughing at the first clip. Poor guy, Glamour is the matriarch and calls the shots I'm afraid.😂
She is when it comes to her basket.
Love you Todd & Glamour 🥰
Aww, thank you so much 😊
cat delayed response is amazing . The man can not keep up because the cat is busy formulating the answer . But if you remove the cat pause most interaction make sense if cat is not tired or on catnip
Yes, take out the pauses, and it is in context.
My beloved, beautiful Molly died. She was only 6 years old. Sitting here and crying!
I am so sorry for your loss
Sorry😢
She's still with you. Ask her to move something light, like a fake flower. I have two ghost cats. They are still right here with me every day. Sounds crazy but it is true. One cat died in 2020 and she made sure I knew she was with me. Make sure you are in a happy state when making request so they can do it. Grief blocks it. Do something creative or put music on and dance. I hope this helps you. I lost my last cat in May. It's still hard but I know they are here and I would have never imagined having communication after passing.
Right after I wrote this, I heard a noise in the kitchen. Went in and my artificial florals were shaking. LOL They saw what I wrote!
Todd is cute!!❤️
Thank you
Thats amazing, especially that he used human language to speak to Glamour
I know. Todd amazes me daily
They're amazing!😮 I think I still prefer a keyboard or guitar 😂 🤯
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