My cats have purpose. Our cat Rebel got kind of old, stopped hunting and my little terrier passed. Mice invaded my garage. I got Max. He was a Forgotten Feline rescue from feral at birth. He had my garage clear of mice within two weeks and before he was fully grown.
I agree. Remembering frugal and practical attitudes my grandparents' generation had, it sounds unbelievable that ancient people would waste food for vain reasons. Also, I doubt that there used to be as much trash laying around as it is now, as food was much more scarce. In all the stories in folklore, cats are said to be kept to control mice. Also, dogs were domesticated around ~30000 years ago, the oldest rat killing dog breeds are only 600-500 years old. This theory that cats had no purpose makes no sense to me.
Cats domesticated humans when the cats discovered that a lot of rodents lived near us. Then, after cats had eliminated their wild food supply, they conned us into keeping them fed to keep rodents from coming back, in part, by being unbearably cute.
I think cat owners are becoming more aware of the need to keep our indoor cats entertained and stimulated. We construct catios, assemble cat trees, install cat perches on our walls and purchase interactive cat toys. (I’m having trouble typing this as one of my young tabby kitties keeps nudging my hand and purring as she would rather I use my hand to pet her.)
Why should cats be castrated? Is it difficult to feed 40-45 instead of 15 of them? Are people so greedy that they don't want to spend money on it? Would you rather like the huge number of rats that these 45 cats could catch?
@Wargfox I think people would rather not have tons of starving cats and kittens! They populate quickly and that 45 you write if can quickly become 145 with no controls...
My wife and I adopted a lovely black female rescue cat called Piper. Sadly we lost her to acute kidney failure, but the joy she brought into our lives was just priceless.
Our two male cats came to usas kittens like 10 weeks old. We got the black one at first. He wouldn’t stop crying for his brother so we brought Jinxy home and they were so happy to be united. Jasper didn’t need to cry anymore. Theyre 5 yrs old now
I adopted siblings. They are very happy with each other’s company. They are 10 now and play together, sleep together, groom each other, and have wresting matches! Funny to watch!
Lifelong dog person here. My last sweet baby passed 6 months ago. Not long after, a stray cat literally wandered through my dog door, and decided to stay. I'm still trying to figure out how to interact with and care for this mysterious foreign beast. Wish me luck! 😂
Hey there, if you still have the the little critter, I suggest checking out tips from Jackson Galaxy here on YT/Animal Planet. I hope all is going well!!
@Supergreen76 Thank you! That's a great idea, and we will! He has really adopted us. While I still don't understand cats at all, he has been somewhat successful at modifying my "dog parent" behavior, slowly. My husband has been a better student. 😆Bizarre little creatures....
Maybe there is a spiritual thing going on here, I'm sure you are sad for the passing of your friend (DOG), I hope you and your new friend will bring joy into both your lives 😊
Myself and my18yr old granddaughter and her two friends were on holiday on a beautiful Greek island called Kephanolia. We went on a cruise to another island. It was so beautiful and was full of cats. The first thing the girls did was go to a shop and buy heaps of cat food. The cats didn’t seem feral so maybe all the tourists fed them. They looked healthy and the girls loved feeding them. A lovely memory
I'm glad he mentioned cats don't hunt 'for the fun of it' it annoys me when people vilify them for an entirely natural and normal behaviour. like they're doing it out of viscousness. yea it makes me a little sad to see a dead mouse or any animal but its NOT dead out of malice or cruelty, only our species are capable of that
I have had cats most of my life, and many different coat colours. Temperament has nothing to do with colours. And a cat is a hunter. If you don't have big roads near by, let them injoy nature. I do. My oldest cat was put down when he was almost 23 years old. I train with my cats. They come when I call, they sit on command and so on. With patience and love you can train a cat, and it actually makes a closer bond. Our cat goes for walks with me and her big sister, a dog, and she loves it.
When you bring a stray or shelter cat into your home just put down food, water, and kitty litter and let them come to you, however long it takes. They will become the sweetest, loving, appreciative cat ever! I’m 70 and have had cats all my life and you have to give them their space. By giving them food and space they become the most loving friend that you’ll ever have!
Dont really know why but cats make the best campions for the dying or the elderly its a different kind of bond iv only seen with the elderly and their pets but so beautiful to see...
I have 4 cats. They grew up together so they love each other. I have a long haired orange boy, a long haired tabby, a long haired calico/tortoise, and a short haired gray cat. Last year I went through an awful depression and if it hadn't been for my 4 babies I wouldn't be here. They rallied for me, they would lay on me, they would lick my cheeks if I cried, and most of all they would pur so loudly when I was feeling my lowest. It's almost like they had a meeting and said "ok we have to help mom". I used to let them go outside because I lived in the country and they were more safe. Now I live in a neighborhood with a lot of traffic and people. I'd be devastated if one of them ever got hurt. I love them so very much. 💜
My cats have tunnels,3 different cat trees,wall/climbing boards.. a whole playground.. I think my love for my cat is the softness,personality,and they seem to have a human esq face.. and yes,they're very very curious.. I love ❤️ it!!
A feral kitten got trapped in my apartment wall--I don't know how. But eventually, I trapped him and so I named him Jerry in honor of the how Tom tries to capture Jerry with his traps. Then I adopted him. Now, his gf moved in after giving birth to his kittens. They're awesome. And I'm not a cat person per se, but they are intriguing. They may not serve an original practical purpose but they are entertaining. They soothe my soul and bring a smile to me
I have loved the cat family all of my love, but I learnt so much about my own Calico cat after watching this video. I am in absolute awe of cats (I must be part Egyptian). A million 'thank you(s) for posting this wonderful video.
I never noticed the whiskers on a cat's paws. That really surprised me. I was also really surprised the first time a cat hissed at me. I had no idea that a cat could make that sound.
I am a backyard wild bird lover and also a cat owner. I have taken years to train my cat to not catch any backyard birds. I gotta say it is a constant training that does not end but once made routine can make a huge difference. 👍🏼🌎☀️💙
My mom never let us bring home a kitten when I was a kid, but when she got old, she started adopting any cat that would show up at her door. I have the last one she captured living with me now.
I miss my Cocoa who passed away in March 2024 at age 14.5 yrs. She was great and totally relate to the specific meows that she developed to train me to serve her better. lol One of these days I will pick up a couple of cats from a shelter.
23:56 - Cats didn't evolve or tap into this sensory bias we have for that sound range. It's always been the same as human babies. It is why lions have confused the sound of a crying human child as something they need to protect. This has been explained in the past as to why lions have sometimes been found guarding crying human children in the wild.
A MOTHER of 6 cats here !! i never really like cats but my son had a cat and when he went to college he left the cat she is 10 yrs old now but in 5/15/24 i was taking my groceries out of my car when i walk in my house there was a cat that was not mine with 2 kittens she was just there in my couch with her kitten i called my son asked him if he got 3 cats he said no i am almost 450 miles away he said . I fed her and made her comfortable but she kept wanting to go outside my other son said mom let her out let see what she dose 20 min later she is on my porch with 2 more kitten and these is my story how i end up with 6 cats that i never expected to own or shall i say they own me lol bc with cats i fee like i am their maid is ok bc they give me so much joy .
I have always had animals in my life, wouldn’t want to be without them. They give unconditional Love and affection. They can be trained, they are protective of their ‘family’.
I got my black male cat from a friend who couldnt care for it; i didnt choose him or pick him. He just litraly fell into my life. I couldnt be happier!!!.
As a cat mom to my beloved Siamese mix, Babette, who is now four, this is absolutely fascinating! She was born in a barn of a feral mother, and found/fostered at four months. I adopted her soon after. She's very loving; however, she does have an inherited wariness. She's cuddly on her terms, doesn't want me to hold her. But will sit on my lap whenever I sit down. She meows only when she wants to play, not for food, etc. This video helps me to know and understand her better.
I kept the two cats in my life entertained because I knew that they could get into all kinds of things, so I got them toys and different things so that they could climb on also, because I knew that cats love to climb, and I had scratching posts for them.
Wow I never knew their shoulders and their ribs stretch and expand like that. This video is awesome thank you I have learned so much I'm a cat lover I'm an animal lover but I love cats I have a Calico 5 years old I want to learn everything there is to learn so I can give her the best life ever I Rescue all the cats in my neighborhood the ones that are able to be adoptable the other ones I get neutered and put back so they can't have anymore babies but thank you I didn't even know they were born deaf I am a subscriber and I also shared this video❤
I adopted my cat from a shelter when she was 8. She had been there for months and I couldn’t understand why no one had wanted her. She was the most beautiful animal I had ever seen with taupe and midnight brown stripes on her back, a beige belly with sharply contrasted dark spots and piercing aqua green eyes. I held her once and I knew we had a special bond, despite never having been a cat person per se (I didn’t think cats liked me). She was scared and underweight when I brought her home. I didn’t force affection or even attention from her. I just spoke to her softly, fed her consistently at the same times everyday, and waited patiently with no expectations. She gradually started approaching me and when my husband was in the room (or anyone else), she would nuzzle herself under my arm and peek out. I was her safe space and that was just fine with me. As weeks went by, she would spend less and less time under the bed. She began nuzzling her head on my face, “talking” to me (her meow legit sounds like “hello” ☺️), running to greet me at the back door when I would get home, and sleeping in her safe space under my arm at night. She is now 13 and my family calls her my shadow because she is always by my side. Luna is healthy, happy, and sleeps on my pillow with her face touching mine every night. She hasn’t needed to hide under my arm for a long time but she knows I will always be her safe place. It’s truly a love like no other and I hope everyone gets to be a cats “person” at least once in their lives. ❤
@@VirgilTStone Climate change windmills kill more birds than house cats ever will. Those windmills kill whales and dolphins as well. Kitty is part of nature. To think that some house cats will get rid of the bird population is insane.
Cats may have originally come from nature, but now they are domesticated. They depend on humans for survival and they are not truly happy unless they have a human whom they love and whom loves them. I strongly disagree with the premise of this video that cats can have a meaningful life without a caretaking human - it’s just plain wrong. They would survive only so long and they would suffer many calamitous health issues. They don’t “learn to put up with humans.” They desire relationship with humans.
@@jeanniebrooks,cats surely can live with out human interference in nature i will respectfully disagree with you on that, of course if they live with us they have a longer and a better quality of life as any other animal in nature not just cats, sometimes when my cat hunts he doesn't even care about his bowl he is that full.
There are many researchers & scientists who believe cats significantly affect the bird population, and I agree. The birds have enough predators w/o adding pet cats. Mine is a hunter and he would kill a bird once a week, lizards several a day, and the adorable tiny wild rabbits that everything wants to eat whenever he discovers one. He caught an injured baby crow , and since I always left the patio door open cat-width, he brought it in to the garage. I let it loose and the neighbors cat went for it- the parents pecked his eye out, so he suffered a painful injury and lost sight in that eye. It could’ve happened to mine. We also have coyotes hunting pet cats in our neighborhood. After that day, he could not go out again. I know he loved the outdoors, it makes me sad, he was probably happier, but I have to keep him safe.
I have kept dogs all my life and for the last 8 years av kept cats in fact 5 of them am now a cat man I will never have another dog again it's a goy keeping them I rush home from work to be with them the greeting I get of them is emotional and the bond we have is very very special to me and them big time I keep my cats indòors to keep them safe they have a huge play area in the back garden lots of enrichment for them to play about in they bring so much pleasure to me I couldn't live without them big time
On the Chicago news a few years ago, they showed a video of a cat that jumped out of a 6th or 7th floor apartment which was on fire. The cat landed in a grassy area on its 4 feet, bounced a little, and walked away!
40:53 The black coat of a domestic cat is the result of the presence of a pigment called eumelanin; it's not the result of the “absence of colors.” The black color in a cat's coat is due to a high concentration of eumelanin in the fur, which results in a black appearance; it's a single color produced by the presence of this particular pigment.
You can also see the striping or spotting in their black coats when the sun or bright light hits them, just like black leopards. Some are very black, while others have varying degrees of patterns. Some even have brown or grey mixed in with their black coats. Many black cats even have spots of white, which is really cute. They are so beautiful and majestic!
I have a gorgeous silver tabby with neon green eyes that is the sweetest, most talkative and passive cat ever. Super social cat that loves to be petted snd will come when called like a dog. She is not skittish whatsoever. One of the best cats i have ever had, and I have had some awesome cats with amazing personalities. We love our mama kitty. She is getting older and has developed diabetes. We are going to miss her so much when she is gone. 😢 I am so glad we saved her. She has been such a wonderful part of our family. I will keep her healthy and alive for as long as she can! ❤
My friend adopted 2 female kittens. We asked the shelter for 2 that get along well together to avoid a stressful situation for them at their new home. Asking the shelter about this goes a long way so they are comfortable and loving with one another.
Interesting and very informative. On the topic of feral cats and length of time it can take to form a bond with one, I once had one female feral who took up residence in my yard. I had plenty of spaces where she could sleep and exist safely so when she showed to be pregnant, I made arrangements, when she was ready, to have the kittens fostered and adopted out. I had her brought back as I had made plans to feed her and let her live where it was wArm and comfortable. I then started the task of getting her to bond with me and it took 6 years to get her to jump in my lap and snuggle. She was a sweetheart to me but would only allow one other person, my granddaughter, the same privilege.
Informative! I am a huge Jackson Galaxy fan. Some of the opinions in this documentary are different than his, like why cats where domesticated in the first place. He though it was for hunting barns, etc. After reading the comments I see that others question some of the opinions in this. Either way, cats are special to us humans. I love my tuxedo cat, Tux. He a little over a year old.
It was probably a mix of both arguments. Surely cats were generally appreciated for eliminating rodents, but I imagine many were kept around just for being pretty, cute, and interesting.
Don't forget that the information given in this video is from scientists who not only study all the ins and outs of cats but their behaviour as well. Whereas Jackson Galaxy is I believe a cat behaviourist. I would, however, as the previous statement said, go along with a bit of both. Having had the pleasure of sharing my home with cats for many years now and watching their behaviour, some (not all) are brilliant hunters, while others have absolutely no idea what to do with a bird or mouse once they've caught it. They do make wonderful companions and are a lot smarter than some people give them credit for.
@@Gaius__ ; yes, it’s a mix of both arguments and I can’t see a way to separate them. Cats are hunters and they will hunt & kill rodents. That keeps rodents away and ancient to modern farmers appreciated that. And domesticated cats are also very good companions. It’s a package benefit.
I agree that 2 cats is not always the best solution. I had 2, one loved it, and controlled the other. The other suffered from it and was stressed. There was plenty of space for them. They did not fight.
Over several years in the past I had 14 cats. At one time or another there were several living in the house. And they all got along beautifully. I have photographs of them sleeping together in a pile. It was a lovely time. Now I have one cat only. He was feral, then lived in a warehouse by himself. He was brought to me and over a year or so he has become very tame and happy. He is attached to me as surely as any dog I have had. I do worry that he may be bored because he is kept indoors. The wild life around here could easily kill him. I find cats fascinating and endearing along with a certain pathos. I enjoyed this video very much.
Speaking of cat rivalry over territory, our cat Midnite had kittens and we gave them all away except one, Dusty. Even though they were mother and son, they were also rivals and would often put on literal cat fights, probably over territory.
The lady in red helping a dozen plus feral/stray cats is an amazing person. We adopted 5 feral/stray cats who warned up to us pretty quickly. We took 4 babies to the shelter at 5 weeks, sunce we are elderlues, and 4 more would do the kitties injustice. We just hope someone adopted them, since we know their bloodlines are much better than pedigree kitties. The ones we adopted are amazing and learns quick in house rules. They initially could not co-exist initially 5 months ago, but are all now cool to each other. I love observing and mentally making notes on their characteristics.🥰 Isn't "devolving" going backwards? Evolve is gaining and improving from the past, right?
I love all cats so much... I would never be ashamed of what animal my cat brings back.. she is my baby and she is my hunter but would never be ashamed of anything she brings back.. I just remove it like anything else but I always make sure to treat her, fuss her and I always say thankyou for the present
Leopards purr. Its on film. Also, there are so many cars here, in california, and other states, and they drive 40 to 60 even in rural areas, cats are hit constantly.
My first three were Bluepoint Siamese. My two now who are litter mates are dark gray, frosty faced and if the light hits just right faint stripes. They have gold eyes.
I’ve noticed over many decades of cat ownership that cats actually are attracted to sweet things, like ice cream. Mine will turn down milk or cream, but get very excited about a bit of sweetened whipped cream. I’ve had some who like other sweet things, one absolutely loved cantaloupe.
I love all animals but I absolutely ADORE Cats so very much ,they are so amazing ,lovely and so loving and so clever and fun ,funny and gorgeous ,they enrich every life when your lucky enough to love them and they become a part of your life ,how lucky We are to have them 😻😻😻😻😻😻
All my cats are adopted. All of them rescued from streets. I put the new comers in the bathroom with kiddy box, food and water for about a week. I spent time with the newbies as much as possible. The old timers smell and sense the newbies but didn’t feel the intrusion . After a week or so let them out. So far no fight, hissing contest. They all get along
My kitties are very graceful, usually, and are excellent hunters. When I was a kid our family had a tomcat whose kittens were a mix of friendly and scaredy cats. The wild type cats were of Asian body type, although the sire was more like a British short-haired. They were definitely not happy around people, except for the food and warm digs. (I grew up in Alaska.)
Lifelong dog person with a dog family never once had a cat. Sporadically the neighbours cat would come to our driveway very scared and ran away when we tried to pat him, This happened for about three months. We asked the owners if the cat was okay and they said yes he’s a rescue cat so he’s very cautious and scared. Fast forward six years he’s been here for five years and sleeps with my every night and the owners say they are completely fine with it as long as he is happy and safe So the cat pretty much just said “I live here now”
Cats are very particular about who they pick as friends, but many just love their buddies. Some cats want to be the only cat, others seek out friendships and welcome most cats as friends. I’ve had multiple cats and they are happier and truly love each other. Much better than only one.
This is by far the most informative cat documentary I've seen, and I've seen a bunch. Thanks for posting it!!💖 💖 💖 💖 💖 💖 💖 💖 💖 ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️
That second purr she played sounds like my Manny2. It to me sounds like a generator. But I seem to be wrong in thinking he was meowing and purring at the same time. I love any kind of purr from him. His sister has a quiet purr. Just being on my lap she purrs. Mystery of purrs solved. Makes me love my two more. My two are strictly indoor like my past cats.
Thank you this was a great video and I really enjoyed it. My cat used to go outside, but unfortunately got into a fight with a local feral cat and was bitten. When I took him to the vet it was found that he had FIV. So now my cat has to stay inside. It is a hard adjustment for him to make. I've bought him lots of toys and stuff and we play, but I am worried about him becoming bored and stressed. I am currently on leave from work, but I have to go back next month and he will be alone at home
Structured playtime at set times can help with this a lot (same with a scheduled mealtime). Also, you CAN harness train a cat or get a stroller for them. Or a cattio. They can still have supervised outdoor time even with FIV so long as you are careful. FIV doesn't need to be a death sentence, you just have to be hyper vigilant with their health and do everything you can to prevent them from being sick. Thank you for being responsible and keeping him indoor. . .both of our boys were strays we took in. . .one of them has FIV as well and it can be scary. . .but they can live just as long and fulfilled lives as any other cat.
Many FIV positive cats live to lifespan. I have known cases where adopting a second positive cat has improved quality of life and activity level for a cat suddenly required to be indoor only. Worth looking into.
It's why I love cats. They decided to love us.
Cats are perfect. Nothing like them!
They are devastatingly cute and lovable. I absolutely love all felines. Their beauty, grace, athleticism and cuteness are unsurpassed.
My cats have purpose. Our cat Rebel got kind of old, stopped hunting and my little terrier passed. Mice invaded my garage. I got Max. He was a Forgotten Feline rescue from feral at birth. He had my garage clear of mice within two weeks and before he was fully grown.
I agree. Remembering frugal and practical attitudes my grandparents' generation had, it sounds unbelievable that ancient people would waste food for vain reasons. Also, I doubt that there used to be as much trash laying around as it is now, as food was much more scarce. In all the stories in folklore, cats are said to be kept to control mice. Also, dogs were domesticated around ~30000 years ago, the oldest rat killing dog breeds are only 600-500 years old. This theory that cats had no purpose makes no sense to me.
@dzh0molungma Now, Max sleeps against my side and has even more purpose
I@@kenthresh3350 I bet he does, he sounds like a great cat!
Cats domesticated humans when the cats discovered that a lot of rodents lived near us. Then, after cats had eliminated their wild food supply, they conned us into keeping them fed to keep rodents from coming back, in part, by being unbearably cute.
Absolutely cats have a great purpose. That guy in the film is an idiot, like I said.
"Every life should have 9 cats." I love this!❤❤❤🐈⬛🐈
At least 21
Eew. The world got a few more stray cats. 😂😂😂😂😂 don’t like them and never will
@@thereheis2093 Shut up
i am at my 7th cat now but i am running out of time,i will probably be around 75 when i get my next one😄
I will love them forever!!! They are the BEST!❤ THE CAT✨️😊
I think cat owners are becoming more aware of the need to keep our indoor cats entertained and stimulated. We construct catios, assemble cat trees, install cat perches on our walls and purchase interactive cat toys. (I’m having trouble typing this as one of my young tabby kitties keeps nudging my hand and purring as she would rather I use my hand to pet her.)
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Same with my cats and they take turns, bumping my hand, coffee cup, knitting needle etc
Yes....I understand completely 😂😂😂🎉❤
Why should cats be castrated? Is it difficult to feed 40-45 instead of 15 of them? Are people so greedy that they don't want to spend money on it? Would you rather like the huge number of rats that these 45 cats could catch?
@Wargfox I think people would rather not have tons of starving cats and kittens! They populate quickly and that 45 you write if can quickly become 145 with no controls...
I love cats so much, we should all advocate for their welfare and safety, especially for the strays and cats in shelters!
Yes, me too
Agreed
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My wife and I adopted a lovely black female rescue cat called Piper. Sadly we lost her to acute kidney failure, but the joy she brought into our lives was just priceless.
Black cats are the last to be adopted. Thank you for saving Piper and giving her love. Maybe you will adopt another black cat in the future.
I've had 3 black cats. They go with any interior and are they are very beautiful.
I lost my kitten of 7 months to kidney failure too 😢😢😢 ... till we meet again ❤ you forever felix . Thankyou .
Our two male cats came to usas kittens like 10 weeks old. We got the black one at first. He wouldn’t stop crying for his brother so we brought Jinxy home and they were so happy to be united. Jasper didn’t need to cry anymore. Theyre 5 yrs old now
I love you for doing that!
That's great. The way you knew he needed his brother and you brought Jinxy to him.♥️♥️
Always adopt siblings if possibilities present themselves. They have that bond 🙏❤
I adopted siblings. They are very happy with each other’s company. They are 10 now and play together, sleep together, groom each other, and have wresting matches! Funny to watch!
"Clumsy Kitten"?! LMAO. My cat jumped like 2 meters after a bird and caught it. Cats are amazing hunters!
Lifelong dog person here. My last sweet baby passed 6 months ago. Not long after, a stray cat literally wandered through my dog door, and decided to stay. I'm still trying to figure out how to interact with and care for this mysterious foreign beast. Wish me luck! 😂
Keep the water bowl full...
Roger the Cat likes Meow Mix.
Let him go out to poo, & you won't need a litter box.
@@mickmccrory853426:01. Bv
Hey there, if you still have the the little critter, I suggest checking out tips from Jackson Galaxy here on YT/Animal Planet.
I hope all is going well!!
@Supergreen76 Thank you! That's a great idea, and we will! He has really adopted us. While I still don't understand cats at all, he has been somewhat successful at modifying my "dog parent" behavior, slowly. My husband has been a better student. 😆Bizarre little creatures....
Maybe there is a spiritual thing going on here, I'm sure you are sad for the passing of your friend (DOG), I hope you and your new friend will bring joy into both your lives 😊
Myself and my18yr old granddaughter and her two friends were on holiday on a beautiful Greek island called Kephanolia. We went on a cruise to another island. It was so beautiful and was full of cats. The first thing the girls did was go to a shop and buy heaps of cat food. The cats didn’t seem feral so maybe all the tourists fed them. They looked healthy and the girls loved feeding them. A lovely memory
"The cat looked so scared, but you were there to help. Amazing work!"
I'm glad he mentioned cats don't hunt 'for the fun of it' it annoys me when people vilify them for an entirely natural and normal behaviour. like they're doing it out of viscousness. yea it makes me a little sad to see a dead mouse or any animal but its NOT dead out of malice or cruelty, only our species are capable of that
I would not give a shit even if they did it for fun.
Cats are chads, and chad takes and does what he wants.
I blame people Who assumed themself smart or pretentious higher education. They tend to put their own mentality into others
I get tired of that too, as if they are cruel. I’m never sure how to answer them. But only humans are capable of cruelty.
I couldn't agree more ,
Orcas kill shit for the fun of it but yeah I like your point
The world needs more people like you. Thank you for your kindness!
Whenever I’m depressed I’d go out and play with the stray cats in my neighbourhood. They are wonderful creatures❤
I have 4 porch kitties. I love to sit on the front porch and pet them.
Adopt 1 or 2 or 5.
what also helps with depression is a certain diet and physical activity if possible@@Mush-from-Bethlehem-ECD-BMXer
Take them to a rescue shelter since they are friendly
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I love love cats….love their independent strength.
I've lived with multiple cats for 75 years and NO there's NOTHING that needs to change!!!!!
Absolutely correct!!!
Exactly!!
Fun fact, house cats share 95% of their DNA with Tigers. So we literally are sharing our homes with miniature Tigers!
I have had cats most of my life, and many different coat colours. Temperament has nothing to do with colours.
And a cat is a hunter. If you don't have big roads near by, let them injoy nature. I do.
My oldest cat was put down when he was almost 23 years old.
I train with my cats. They come when I call, they sit on command and so on.
With patience and love you can train a cat, and it actually makes a closer bond.
Our cat goes for walks with me and her big sister, a dog, and she loves it.
When you bring a stray or shelter cat into your home just put down food, water, and kitty litter and let them come to you, however long it takes. They will become the sweetest, loving, appreciative cat ever! I’m 70 and have had cats all my life and you have to give them their space. By giving them food and space they become the most loving friend that you’ll ever have!
it’s so true!❤
So cats really rule the earth/ world 😂🤣😆👍🐈⬛
Dont really know why but cats make the best campions for the dying or the elderly its a different kind of bond iv only seen with the elderly and their pets but so beautiful to see...
I have 4 cats. They grew up together so they love each other. I have a long haired orange boy, a long haired tabby, a long haired calico/tortoise, and a short haired gray cat. Last year I went through an awful depression and if it hadn't been for my 4 babies I wouldn't be here. They rallied for me, they would lay on me, they would lick my cheeks if I cried, and most of all they would pur so loudly when I was feeling my lowest. It's almost like they had a meeting and said "ok we have to help mom". I used to let them go outside because I lived in the country and they were more safe. Now I live in a neighborhood with a lot of traffic and people. I'd be devastated if one of them ever got hurt. I love them so very much. 💜
I love cats so much
My cats have tunnels,3 different cat trees,wall/climbing boards.. a whole playground.. I think my love for my cat is the softness,personality,and they seem to have a human esq face.. and yes,they're very very curious.. I love ❤️ it!!
A feral kitten got trapped in my apartment wall--I don't know how. But eventually, I trapped him and so I named him Jerry in honor of the how Tom tries to capture Jerry with his traps. Then I adopted him.
Now, his gf moved in after giving birth to his kittens. They're awesome.
And I'm not a cat person per se, but they are intriguing. They may not serve an original practical purpose but they are entertaining. They soothe my soul and bring a smile to me
And you to them❤
Remember, cats don't have owners, they have staff.🐯🐆
2 cute and very true!
Cats don’t have staff, they don’t reward us, they just have slaves.
Mine prefer 'Human servant"... but yeah.
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The more I learn about cats, the more I love them.❤
I have loved the cat family all of my love, but I learnt so much about my own Calico cat after watching this video. I am in absolute awe of cats (I must be part Egyptian). A million 'thank you(s) for posting this wonderful video.
I never noticed the whiskers on a cat's paws. That really surprised me. I was also really surprised the first time a cat hissed at me. I had no idea that a cat could make that sound.
Doge have masters, cats have staff
lol
I knew a "crazy cat lady" who told me that the idea of cats being aloof was "an evil myth."
@@robadams5799 it’s pretty true though cats are very loving towards their owner I know
I am a backyard wild bird lover and also a cat owner. I have taken years to train my cat to not catch any backyard birds. I gotta say it is a constant training that does not end but once made routine can make a huge difference. 👍🏼🌎☀️💙
I've always loved cats. they're just such beautiful Majestic graceful independent creatures.
My mom never let us bring home a kitten when I was a kid, but when she got old, she started adopting any cat that would show up at her door. I have the last one she captured living with me now.
I miss my Cocoa who passed away in March 2024 at age 14.5 yrs. She was great and totally relate to the specific meows that she developed to train me to serve her better. lol One of these days I will pick up a couple of cats from a shelter.
23:56 - Cats didn't evolve or tap into this sensory bias we have for that sound range. It's always been the same as human babies. It is why lions have confused the sound of a crying human child as something they need to protect. This has been explained in the past as to why lions have sometimes been found guarding crying human children in the wild.
A MOTHER of 6 cats here !! i never really like cats but my son had a cat and when he went to college he left the cat she is 10 yrs old now but in 5/15/24 i was taking my groceries out of my car when i walk in my house there was a cat that was not mine with 2 kittens she was just there in my couch with her kitten i called my son asked him if he got 3 cats he said no i am almost 450 miles away he said . I fed her and made her comfortable but she kept wanting to go outside my other son said mom let her out let see what she dose 20 min later she is on my porch with 2 more kitten and these is my story how i end up with 6 cats that i never expected to own or shall i say they own me lol bc with cats i fee like i am their maid is ok bc they give me so much joy .
Anyone else saving this to their favorites?
I have always had animals in my life, wouldn’t want to be without them. They give unconditional Love and affection. They can be trained, they are protective of their ‘family’.
I got my black male cat from a friend who couldnt care for it; i didnt choose him or pick him. He just litraly fell into my life. I couldnt be happier!!!.
As a cat mom to my beloved Siamese mix, Babette, who is now four, this is absolutely fascinating! She was born in a barn of a feral mother, and found/fostered at four months. I adopted her soon after. She's very loving; however, she does have an inherited wariness. She's cuddly on her terms, doesn't want me to hold her. But will sit on my lap whenever I sit down. She meows only when she wants to play, not for food, etc. This video helps me to know and understand her better.
My girl Sofi is the same, she absolutely hates when i hold her in my arms but will sit in my lap all day long.
You are not a catmom you crazy woman. They are a family member.
If you want to be a mom, get some kids you deluded woman.
I kept the two cats in my life entertained because I knew that they could get into all kinds of things, so I got them toys and different things so that they could climb on also, because I knew that cats love to climb, and I had scratching posts for them.
Wow I never knew their shoulders and their ribs stretch and expand like that. This video is awesome thank you I have learned so much I'm a cat lover I'm an animal lover but I love cats I have a Calico 5 years old I want to learn everything there is to learn so I can give her the best life ever I Rescue all the cats in my neighborhood the ones that are able to be adoptable the other ones I get neutered and put back so they can't have anymore babies but thank you I didn't even know they were born deaf I am a subscriber and I also shared this video❤
I adopted my cat from a shelter when she was 8. She had been there for months and I couldn’t understand why no one had wanted her. She was the most beautiful animal I had ever seen with taupe and midnight brown stripes on her back, a beige belly with sharply contrasted dark spots and piercing aqua green eyes. I held her once and I knew we had a special bond, despite never having been a cat person per se (I didn’t think cats liked me). She was scared and underweight when I brought her home. I didn’t force affection or even attention from her. I just spoke to her softly, fed her consistently at the same times everyday, and waited patiently with no expectations. She gradually started approaching me and when my husband was in the room (or anyone else), she would nuzzle herself under my arm and peek out. I was her safe space and that was just fine with me. As weeks went by, she would spend less and less time under the bed. She began nuzzling her head on my face, “talking” to me (her meow legit sounds like “hello” ☺️), running to greet me at the back door when I would get home, and sleeping in her safe space under my arm at night. She is now 13 and my family calls her my shadow because she is always by my side. Luna is healthy, happy, and sleeps on my pillow with her face touching mine every night. She hasn’t needed to hide under my arm for a long time but she knows I will always be her safe place. It’s truly a love like no other and I hope everyone gets to be a cats “person” at least once in their lives. ❤
You have a special heart. She was waiting for you
My cat always brings mice and birds to my door and i couldn't be more proud of her.
Mice? Cool.
Birds? Time to keep kitty inside and not let it affect nature.
@@VirgilTStone Climate change windmills kill more birds than house cats ever will. Those windmills kill whales and dolphins as well.
Kitty is part of nature. To think that some house cats will get rid of the bird population is insane.
Cats may have originally come from nature, but now they are domesticated. They depend on humans for survival and they are not truly happy unless they have a human whom they love and whom loves them. I strongly disagree with the premise of this video that cats can have a meaningful life without a caretaking human - it’s just plain wrong. They would survive only so long and they would suffer many calamitous health issues.
They don’t “learn to put up with humans.” They desire relationship with humans.
@@jeanniebrooks,cats surely can live with out human interference in nature i will respectfully disagree with you on that, of course if they live with us they have a longer and a better quality of life as any other animal in nature not just cats, sometimes when my cat hunts he doesn't even care about his bowl he is that full.
There are many researchers & scientists who believe cats significantly affect the bird population, and I agree. The birds have enough predators w/o adding pet cats. Mine is a hunter and he would kill a bird once a week, lizards several a day, and the adorable tiny wild rabbits that everything wants to eat whenever he discovers one. He caught an injured baby crow , and since I always left the patio door open cat-width, he brought it in to the garage. I let it loose and the neighbors cat went for it- the parents pecked his eye out, so he suffered a painful injury and lost sight in that eye. It could’ve happened to mine. We also have coyotes hunting pet cats in our neighborhood. After that day, he could not go out again.
I know he loved the outdoors, it makes me sad, he was probably happier, but I have to keep him safe.
Very interesting and informative documentary, thank you! 😺
Glad you enjoyed it!
I have kept dogs all my life and for the last 8 years av kept cats in fact 5 of them am now a cat man I will never have another dog again it's a goy keeping them I rush home from work to be with them the greeting I get of them is emotional and the bond we have is very very special to me and them big time I keep my cats indòors to keep them safe they have a huge play area in the back garden lots of enrichment for them to play about in they bring so much pleasure to me I couldn't live without them big time
If cats can't taste or enjoy sweets, why do so many of them seem to love ice cream
Some of ours like sweet things too. And cheese, despite most cats being lactose intolerant.
One of me oldests LOVES cookies, sweets, Ice Cream, ect.
She’s 17, avid sweet tooth
Its because they taste the fats in the ice-cream 😊
Mine takes my super sweet biscuits off my plate when I'm having tea every once in a while
I’ve tried to let my cat outdoors. She doesn’t want to go lol
sounds a lot like most people within the control pyramid system. once they're programmed to stay there, most won't go out
On the Chicago news a few years ago, they showed a video of a cat that jumped out of a 6th or 7th floor apartment which was on fire. The cat landed in a grassy area on its 4 feet, bounced a little, and walked away!
Cats are magnificent creatures. We are so lucky they let us take care of them.
No, we are Lucky because God create them and let us Pet them.
I remember watching this documentary a few years ago, thankfully I have found it again
40:53 The black coat of a domestic cat is the result of the presence of a pigment called eumelanin; it's not the result of the “absence of colors.” The black color in a cat's coat is due to a high concentration of eumelanin in the fur, which results in a black appearance; it's a single color produced by the presence of this particular pigment.
You can also see the striping or spotting in their black coats when the sun or bright light hits them, just like black leopards. Some are very black, while others have varying degrees of patterns. Some even have brown or grey mixed in with their black coats. Many black cats even have spots of white, which is really cute. They are so beautiful and majestic!
The lion in your living room ❤️❤️❤️
cats are adorable and the sweetest pet i ever had.....
I have a gorgeous silver tabby with neon green eyes that is the sweetest, most talkative and passive cat ever. Super social cat that loves to be petted snd will come when called like a dog. She is not skittish whatsoever. One of the best cats i have ever had, and I have had some awesome cats with amazing personalities. We love our mama kitty. She is getting older and has developed diabetes. We are going to miss her so much when she is gone. 😢 I am so glad we saved her. She has been such a wonderful part of our family. I will keep her healthy and alive for as long as she can! ❤
❤ I wish we all could show a picture of our cats in these comments God bless everyone
My friend adopted 2 female kittens. We asked the shelter for 2 that get along well together to avoid a stressful situation for them at their new home. Asking the shelter about this goes a long way so they are comfortable and loving with one another.
I love this docx series
Interesting and very informative. On the topic of feral cats and length of time it can take to form a bond with one, I once had one female feral who took up residence in my yard. I had plenty of spaces where she could sleep and exist safely so when she showed to be pregnant, I made arrangements, when she was ready, to have the kittens fostered and adopted out. I had her brought back as I had made plans to feed her and let her live where it was wArm and comfortable. I then started the task of getting her to bond with me and it took 6 years to get her to jump in my lap and snuggle. She was a sweetheart to me but would only allow one other person, my granddaughter, the same privilege.
You can take the cat out of the jungle, but you can't take the jungle out of the cat.
Did anyone else notice the small detail at 5:23? It’s so cool!
What detail?
Informative! I am a huge Jackson Galaxy fan. Some of the opinions in this documentary are different than his, like why cats where domesticated in the first place. He though it was for hunting barns, etc. After reading the comments I see that others question some of the opinions in this. Either way, cats are special to us humans. I love my tuxedo cat, Tux. He a little over a year old.
It was probably a mix of both arguments. Surely cats were generally appreciated for eliminating rodents, but I imagine many were kept around just for being pretty, cute, and interesting.
Don't forget that the information given in this video is from scientists who not only study all the ins and outs of cats but their behaviour as well. Whereas Jackson Galaxy is I believe a cat behaviourist. I would, however, as the previous statement said, go along with a bit of both. Having had the pleasure of sharing my home with cats for many years now and watching their behaviour, some (not all) are brilliant hunters, while others have absolutely no idea what to do with a bird or mouse once they've caught it. They do make wonderful companions and are a lot smarter than some people give them credit for.
@kaylablanton8519 - Our tuxedo cat lived until he was 22 years old.
@@Gaius__ ; yes, it’s a mix of both arguments and I can’t see a way to separate them.
Cats are hunters and they will hunt & kill rodents. That keeps rodents away and ancient to modern farmers appreciated that.
And domesticated cats are also very good companions.
It’s a package benefit.
My Tuxedo cat Felix, was a perfect prince. He passed away in his 18th year. He was a complete joy.
Glad to see some of them with bells on their collars. Beautiful creatures but absolutely lethal hunters of songbirds.
I agree that 2 cats is not always the best solution. I had 2, one loved it, and controlled the other. The other suffered from it and was stressed.
There was plenty of space for them. They did not fight.
My kitten is following this documentary with great attention!!
Cats are just so magical❤
Tabby cat at 39:27 broke my heart😭 he looks sick and in need to medical attention
Great special! Learned about orange tabbies on PBS special, where they were revered in Egypt as well. Enjoyed learning more about my micro panther 🐾
I have a kitty named Paca. She came with this name when I rescued her. She is a sweetie and I do Love her. She is my girl.
Came into this thinking it’d be a 15 min video because of course I didn’t check. 25 minutes in and I realise I’m still hooked!!!
There's so much cuteness here...
Over several years in the past I had 14 cats. At one time or another there were several living in the house. And they all got along beautifully. I have photographs of them sleeping together in a pile. It was a lovely time. Now I have one cat only. He was feral, then lived in a warehouse by himself. He was brought to me and over a year or so he has become very tame and happy. He is attached to me as surely as any dog I have had. I do worry that he may be bored because he is kept indoors. The wild life around here could easily kill him. I find cats fascinating and endearing along with a certain pathos. I enjoyed this video very much.
i am in love with the cadence the narrator employs in this video
Me, too!
Speaking of cat rivalry over territory, our cat Midnite had kittens and we gave them all away except one, Dusty. Even though they were mother and son, they were also rivals and would often put on literal cat fights, probably over territory.
I help with the TNR. There are so many cats out there without homes. Sprayed and neutered help 🙏🙏🙏
The lady in red helping a dozen plus feral/stray cats is an amazing person. We adopted 5 feral/stray cats who warned up to us pretty quickly. We took 4 babies to the shelter at 5 weeks, sunce we are elderlues, and 4 more would do the kitties injustice. We just hope someone adopted them, since we know their bloodlines are much better than pedigree kitties. The ones we adopted are amazing and learns quick in house rules. They initially could not co-exist initially 5 months ago, but are all now cool to each other. I love observing and mentally making notes on their characteristics.🥰
Isn't "devolving" going backwards? Evolve is gaining and improving from the past, right?
I love all cats so much... I would never be ashamed of what animal my cat brings back.. she is my baby and she is my hunter but would never be ashamed of anything she brings back.. I just remove it like anything else but I always make sure to treat her, fuss her and I always say thankyou for the present
Leopards purr. Its on film. Also, there are so many cars here, in california, and other states, and they drive 40 to 60 even in rural areas, cats are hit constantly.
Yeah. Arnold Schwarzenegger did all those things we see in his movies because that too is, "On film". Smarty pants 😈
My first three were Bluepoint Siamese. My two now who are litter mates are dark gray, frosty faced and if the light hits just right faint stripes. They have gold eyes.
fun fact. cats have about twice the reaction speed of snakes. a little cat can take down a cobra
I noticed that! I used to watch a lot of nature videos, and I saw that even fat old housecats could easily take down any snake.
Following, liking, etc just cuz you're awesome at providing an entertaining cat video and EXTRA POINTS FOR SHOWING YOUR CAT AT THE END!
I’ve noticed over many decades of cat ownership that cats actually are attracted to sweet things, like ice cream. Mine will turn down milk or cream, but get very excited about a bit of sweetened whipped cream. I’ve had some who like other sweet things, one absolutely loved cantaloupe.
My cats love sweet things and will fight you for butter.
@@kathymc234 yes, that too! If I set butter out to bring to room temp for baking, I must keep covered or they will find it!
Mine doesn't like sweet things but cantaloupe or any melon- loves them! I think it's the water content, it keeps them hydrated.
@@teekolinski491 Mine loved the smell of the cantaloupe- that’s what drew her to it! I thought mine was the only cat who liked it!
My boy his chattering is exactly when he's anticipating a toy coming his way
Tail straight up : i am visiting this place, not looking to fight. A place out of the territory
Since I can't smell well my cats have saved me from eating Ecoli watermelon chunks so I always rely on their smelling before I eat!
Same here. I have noticed there ability to judge food better than me sometimes.
This was a great doco very thorough x
Where I am in the US, most of us keep our cats inside because of coyotes and bobcats, who have killed and eaten peoples pet cats.
I love all animals but I absolutely ADORE Cats so very much ,they are so amazing ,lovely and so loving and so clever and fun ,funny and gorgeous ,they enrich every life when your lucky enough to love them and they become a part of your life ,how lucky We are to have them 😻😻😻😻😻😻
I have never heard people say that cats all get along. I've only ever seen one pair of cats that loved each other
All my cats are adopted. All of them rescued from streets. I put the new comers in the bathroom with kiddy box, food and water for about a week. I spent time with the newbies as much as possible. The old timers smell and sense the newbies but didn’t feel the intrusion . After a week or so let them out. So far no fight, hissing contest. They all get along
My kitties are very graceful, usually, and are excellent hunters. When I was a kid our family had a tomcat whose kittens were a mix of friendly and scaredy cats. The wild type cats were of Asian body type, although the sire was more like a British short-haired. They were definitely not happy around people, except for the food and warm digs. (I grew up in Alaska.)
I live in Alaska. And love cats
Lifelong dog person with a dog family never once had a cat.
Sporadically the neighbours cat would come to our driveway very scared and ran away when we tried to pat him, This happened for about three months. We asked the owners if the cat was okay and they said yes he’s a rescue cat so he’s very cautious and scared.
Fast forward six years he’s been here for five years and sleeps with my every night and the owners say they are completely fine with it as long as he is happy and safe
So the cat pretty much just said
“I live here now”
Cats are very particular about who they pick as friends, but many just love their buddies. Some cats want to be the only cat, others seek out friendships and welcome most cats as friends. I’ve had multiple cats and they are happier and truly love each other. Much better than only one.
What a gift. Such beauty, fun, intelligence and affectionate creation. The one that invented this one, must be divine :) .
I love my cat soooo much he's my precious boy ..
My white cat is anything but lazy and shy. He's a bloody lightning rod with no sense of boundaries and personal space
This is by far the most informative cat documentary I've seen, and I've seen a bunch.
Thanks for posting it!!💖 💖 💖 💖 💖 💖 💖 💖 💖 ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️ ☕️
That second purr she played sounds like my Manny2. It to me sounds like a generator. But I seem to be wrong in thinking he was meowing and purring at the same time. I love any kind of purr from him. His sister has a quiet purr. Just being on my lap she purrs. Mystery of purrs solved. Makes me love my two more. My two are strictly indoor like my past cats.
Thank you this was a great video and I really enjoyed it. My cat used to go outside, but unfortunately got into a fight with a local feral cat and was bitten. When I took him to the vet it was found that he had FIV. So now my cat has to stay inside. It is a hard adjustment for him to make. I've bought him lots of toys and stuff and we play, but I am worried about him becoming bored and stressed. I am currently on leave from work, but I have to go back next month and he will be alone at home
Structured playtime at set times can help with this a lot (same with a scheduled mealtime). Also, you CAN harness train a cat or get a stroller for them. Or a cattio. They can still have supervised outdoor time even with FIV so long as you are careful.
FIV doesn't need to be a death sentence, you just have to be hyper vigilant with their health and do everything you can to prevent them from being sick. Thank you for being responsible and keeping him indoor. . .both of our boys were strays we took in. . .one of them has FIV as well and it can be scary. . .but they can live just as long and fulfilled lives as any other cat.
Many FIV positive cats live to lifespan. I have known cases where adopting a second positive cat has improved quality of life and activity level for a cat suddenly required to be indoor only. Worth looking into.
Cat TV may help.
My cat is an indoor cat he only goes out on a leash and yes he does enjoy a short walk. We only make it to a neighbors house.