Ever wondered what it’s like to see the world from a cat’s perspective? Witnessing things that go unnoticed by humans, contemplating one of their nine lives while peering out the window for hours? Thanks to a TikTok channel called Mr. Kitters the Cat (@mr.kitters.the.cat), we get a glimpse of the world through a camera attached to Mr. Kitters’ collar, offering an utterly delightful POV experience. With over 74 million views, a video titled “Spicy cats” features cute cat sneezing, meowing, wandering through the grass, witnessing a thrilling cat chase, and playfully pawing and pouncing along a fence. The commenters express their delight, highlighting Mr. Kitters’ behavior and charm, and the video shows how chatty he is and introduces his black cat buddy. The “extreme sports” video also captures attention.
It’s fascinating how a simple action like putting a camera on a cat’s collar can captivate tens of millions of people. Our curiosity about the lives of the creatures we see every day, and the endearing peculiarities of cat behavior, is one of the reasons we keep them as companions. Seeing the world through their point of view allows us to further appreciate and understand our pet friends. This article was originally published on 6.15.23
