Cat Hates It When Owner Works on Computer, What He Does Next Melts Hearts
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A cat has left the internet in stitches for how she assists her owner with his homework.
Dolores (@dolorescmge) shared how her cat shuns her boyfriend when he studies, so he has found a solution. The video garnered 57,600 views and 3,628 likes on TikTok.
"Our kitty doesn't like it when he does homework so to make her feel better he splits the screen and puts on mice for her to watch," she wrote as the text overlaying the video of his cat watching videos of mice whilst he does his work.
The clip shows the white and gray cat completely captivated by her side of the screen, allowing her human to focus on the other.
@dolorescmge
whenever she's done she sits in front of the monitor to let him know that he is also done ♬ Western Music: Arizona Dreaming - Piero Piccioni
"Whenever she's done she sits in front of the monitor to let him know that he is also done," she captioned the video.
While it may seem like a quirky trick, it actually aligns with what experts know about cats and screens. According to Cats Protection, cats can indeed see images on television, although they may perceive the visuals differently from humans. Their eyes are more sensitive to movement, so fast-moving visuals—like scurrying mice—are particularly engaging.
Purina adds that many cats enjoy watching videos that feature prey-like animals such as birds, fish, and rodents. It stimulates their hunting instincts and keeps them mentally enriched—especially for indoor cats.
Cats may follow their owners around or want to stay close by because they feel secure in their presence.
According to Cats Protection, this behavior can be a sign of affection and trust. While cats are often seen as independent creatures, many form strong social bonds and enjoy companionship—just on their own terms. Sitting nearby or watching attentively from a distance is their way of being involved and showing they feel safe and content around you.
A stock image of a cat looking at a screen.
A stock image of a cat looking at a screen.
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TikTokers were quick to show their appreciation for the thoughtful workaround.
"They are both keepers! Bravo," said one user.
"Awww green flag guy," said Nicole, while Fleur said: "Most wholesome video of today."
"Genius idea," said another user.
"Omg," said Ivana.
Newsweek reached out to @dolorescmge for comment via Instagram. We could not verify the details of the case.
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