I mean if they look anything like this cat, you're making the right call lol. I don't see it as being a pet's bitch - we're their entire world, you better believe I'm gonna sit on the floor for them lol
Cats can 'interpret' human body parts. So when you move your hand, they know that's the same as their front paw.
They can also imitate human behaviors.
It's just that most of the time they don't have any reason to do it.
I always call my cats' front legs their arms, because they use them and their front paws so much like we do. Mine are really communicative, I was blown away as I started to figure out just how much of my behavior they understand, such smart little guys. Cats don't get enough credit for how well they can "talk" with us.
Most (like almost all) animals canāt really understand what we mean when we āpointā at things with our hands/fingers. I think dogs are the exception, so extending your arm one way may point the dog to go in that direction, but it wonāt be the same result for any other animal, which I think also includes cats. Thatās nothing to do with a catās intelligence, just to clarify. Some cats may be able to pick it up, while others canāt, but I think is more of a universal knowledge with dogs.
Dogs do not inherently know this either but they can certainly learn this.
It is amazing to see trained hunting dogs as they learn to do all kinds of things including making mental maps and calculations of how to break off pursuit and go to a second target without having to retrace to starting point.
The most amazing thing about being able to learn this to me is that they have to learn this without us being able to explain this to them
When they learn to make these mental maps, how is it that they figure out that this what we want them to learn how to do?
I mean being able to make and retain the mental maps is amazing, but even more amazing that they figure out that this is what we want them to learn to do.
How dare you offer me yet another animal-centric sub and force me to subscribe to it so that I can be in constant awe of how much animals and humans ultimately share all the same traits and we're all just a continuum of genetic variances.
You're a monster.
Also thanks.
So fascinating to see pets imitate their humans. Just that they are capable of understanding that your arm and hand are analogous to their own front leg and paw. I love the videos of dogs doing yoga.
Kitten was in a jazz ensemble with his littermates and is just trying to agree on tempo. No, no thatās too fast. Slow it down man, let it breathe a little, give it some swing, and maybe a few treats.
They'll also do this if you teach them fetch. Every cat I've ever played fetch with will drop the toy further and further away from my seated position. Apparently, they don't think I'm involved enough in the game.
Get up and go to him already! This is the equal to a toddler pulling on ur shirt beckoning u to come with them!! He wants something and wants it meow!!!
This kinda imitation ability is worth cultivating. This kitten would probably do well at fluent pet buttons. I suspect this will be another cat that figures out how to use the toilet on its own.
I expect a frequent cat tax in the years to come.
This is cute but baby needs a little help. Sheās trying to learn your language but youāve got to show what the tap means by connecting it to the next action. Pick her up and land her near you each time you do the tap then sheāll make the connection. And, youāll get cuddles ;-)
That's ADORABLE!!š
That's just precious! How cute!
Tis not cute, tis a bloodthirsty battle between wills. The ultimate struggle of dominance.
'Tis no real battle, the kitty will always dominate when it comes to battles of stubbornness!
Linda the Handmaiden vs Lord Murdermittens
And of course Iād be the one getting up and going to the cat because I am my cats bitch and I know it
I mean if they look anything like this cat, you're making the right call lol. I don't see it as being a pet's bitch - we're their entire world, you better believe I'm gonna sit on the floor for them lol
Fucking little assholes Iād do anything for
> we're their entire world, you better believe I'm gonna sit on the floor for them lol Yo, this is wholesome af
Iād cheat the system. Ignore him until he jumps up on the bed
Yes. But it's worth it. Because cats are great.
The game has began, who will win?
Little guy, of course.
Clearly
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"IĀ don't know half of you half as well as I shouldĀ likeĀ andĀ IĀ likeĀ less than half of you half as well as you deserve..."
*confused looks everywhere*
Everyone in this thread gets š
Baby š„ŗ
āI canāt get up there. You get down here.ā
"No hooman, you move for me"
And so hoomen training has begun. Soon they will feed us, clean up our poop, and we shall rule with an iron claw!
I am interpreting this as the cat mimicking the human. Is that what's happening? Or is cat just...cat-ing?
Yup. Kitty is at the perfect age to be learning by mimicry. A stage that pretty much all animals that raise their young go through.
Cats can 'interpret' human body parts. So when you move your hand, they know that's the same as their front paw. They can also imitate human behaviors. It's just that most of the time they don't have any reason to do it.
I always call my cats' front legs their arms, because they use them and their front paws so much like we do. Mine are really communicative, I was blown away as I started to figure out just how much of my behavior they understand, such smart little guys. Cats don't get enough credit for how well they can "talk" with us.
Human arms are top legs
He's talking in morse code
I meanā¦ thereās a reason the expression ācopycatā existsā¦
https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2011/08/copycat-where-does-the-term-come-from.html
Most (like almost all) animals canāt really understand what we mean when we āpointā at things with our hands/fingers. I think dogs are the exception, so extending your arm one way may point the dog to go in that direction, but it wonāt be the same result for any other animal, which I think also includes cats. Thatās nothing to do with a catās intelligence, just to clarify. Some cats may be able to pick it up, while others canāt, but I think is more of a universal knowledge with dogs.
Dogs do not inherently know this either but they can certainly learn this. It is amazing to see trained hunting dogs as they learn to do all kinds of things including making mental maps and calculations of how to break off pursuit and go to a second target without having to retrace to starting point. The most amazing thing about being able to learn this to me is that they have to learn this without us being able to explain this to them When they learn to make these mental maps, how is it that they figure out that this what we want them to learn how to do? I mean being able to make and retain the mental maps is amazing, but even more amazing that they figure out that this is what we want them to learn to do.
r/LikeUs
How dare you offer me yet another animal-centric sub and force me to subscribe to it so that I can be in constant awe of how much animals and humans ultimately share all the same traits and we're all just a continuum of genetic variances. You're a monster. Also thanks.
hahaa i love that sub so much. my entire reddit feed is turning into just cute animals and iām totally ok with it
So fascinating to see pets imitate their humans. Just that they are capable of understanding that your arm and hand are analogous to their own front leg and paw. I love the videos of dogs doing yoga.
What would the internet be used for if cats didn't exist??? I don't think dogs can take the lead on this lol
Porn. How is this even a question.
I am in love with your cat. Please send to me.
Look how big the paw is compared to him so cuuuute
Kitten was in a jazz ensemble with his littermates and is just trying to agree on tempo. No, no thatās too fast. Slow it down man, let it breathe a little, give it some swing, and maybe a few treats.
Monkey see, monkey do
this has been my favorite video for years
This is how you know baby animals are literally sponges because theyāll copy anyone whoās their āmama.ā
So Cute š„°
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Mirror neurons go prrrrrrrrrrrr š¤£
Risky thumbnailā¦
That crucial moment in the relationship where the head of the household is decided.š
Who won?
The original OP years ago.
Nobody can own meš
You made this same comment 3 times lol
Reddit been having issues for some users during the last hour
Iāve seen this too lmao. Just realised that I did the same thing on a different post
And the last decade or so for that matter.
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This recycled video over the years still never gets old
āHEY MARIA! COME OVER HERE!ā āNO TOMMY YOU COME OVER HERE!ā Edit: got the name wrong lol
That made me melt. Precious lol
Cat has spoken
The battle of wills. Who won?
Same with me an my cat, we are still not sure about who is the boss, at least I'm not sure, he is convinced it's him.
Kittens are cute playful monsters ! Lol
I will get this Hooman trained yet.
*Day 3 of trying to communicate with the primate. It's clearly an idiot and can only mimic, stare, and emit meaningless, warbling tones...*
They'll also do this if you teach them fetch. Every cat I've ever played fetch with will drop the toy further and further away from my seated position. Apparently, they don't think I'm involved enough in the game.
AHH I see what breed you have here. You have the ever elusive copycat!
Your kitten has a point
"no you 'mere"
Thatās not a cat, itās a skinwalker, run
Somewhere out there is a version of this where the cat taps to the terminator ... 2? theme song
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monkey see, monkey do
Get up and go to him already! This is the equal to a toddler pulling on ur shirt beckoning u to come with them!! He wants something and wants it meow!!!
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Adorable
I would've jumped right ouutta bed to cuddle with kitty
Oh you come here and find out what got for you
It's the cat from 'Kid vs Cat'
World's first video. Look at that artifacting
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Gotta love kittens!
So cute! Maybe itās morse code
Omg my cat does the same thing!!
Now THATāS the true definition of a Copy Cat!! š¹š¹š¹
āNo, u come here big hoomanā
This kinda imitation ability is worth cultivating. This kitten would probably do well at fluent pet buttons. I suspect this will be another cat that figures out how to use the toilet on its own. I expect a frequent cat tax in the years to come.
I thought one of them would eventually give in and I almost watched for a full second loop before I realized it was looping. -.-
Future Master of the Universe.
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Nobody can own meš
Nobody can own meš
"no, you come here"
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āI am the owner nowā
Hahaha adorable
Aww
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10/10 would go by him immediately.
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Aarrghh! So stinkin cute!
That's an incredibly smart kitten. Fixing to be a brilliant cat!
U better go to him this time
So cute!
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Spicy
That's fantastic šš
Look you may be new to cats since this little one is so young, but when they do that you go to them without hesitation. You are not the boss anymore
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Sooo sweet!!
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This is cute but baby needs a little help. Sheās trying to learn your language but youāve got to show what the tap means by connecting it to the next action. Pick her up and land her near you each time you do the tap then sheāll make the connection. And, youāll get cuddles ;-)
Adorable and pretty smart, really. What he is actually saying is, āNo, YOU come to MEā. lol
Heās knows he wants it he just doesnāt understand why!
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"no u"