Have you ever wondered how your pet would react if you faked your own death? It’s an amusing idea, and one that can lead to some fascinating results.
If your answer is ‘yes,’ then you might be interested to know that someone has already tried this out. A man pretended to be dead just to observe his cat’s reaction, and he shared the video on YouTube.
Contrary to the belief that cats and humans are vastly different, they share more similarities than you might think. In fact, scientists have discovered that humans share about 90 percent of their genes with the Abyssinian domestic cat. This close genetic relationship suggests that cats can feel emotions and form attachments to their owners, sometimes even saving them from danger.
Luckily, the man in the YouTube video wasn’t in any real peril, but his cat’s reaction showed that the feline sensed something was off.
Watching the video, it’s clear that as soon as the man collapsed onto the bed and pretended to be dead, his cat immediately sensed something was wrong. The cat could tell that its owner was still breathing but wasn’t moving.
Upon noticing another person in the room (the one recording the video), the cat went over to communicate that something was amiss with its owner.
Researchers have studied feline behavior extensively and discovered some intriguing facts. Cats are quick learners and can interpret your facial expressions. For instance, if your cat sees you smiling, it’s more likely to purr, rub against you, or sit in your lap. Fascinating, right?
But cats do more than just read facial expressions. They can sense your emotions, so if you’re often happy, your cat might become spoiled, expecting treats and affection from you.
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Given all this, it’s no wonder the man in the video couldn’t trick his cat into believing he was dead. The cat knew he was breathing but couldn’t understand why he wasn’t moving.
For cat lovers, it’s heartwarming to see that cats can respond to our emotions and even come to our aid when they sense something is wrong.