In a viral Instagram video, a cat owner placed his long-haired kitty in the snow to play—what the feline did immediately after has left internet users in stitches.
The hilarious clip shared on by @cookiethepoekie, shows the poster placing the fluffy, gray kitty outside in the balcony on a snowy day to see his reaction, and it does not disappoint.
As soon as his paws touch the freezing ground, the kitty immediately bounces back, running indoor, away from the cold. “Excuse me sir, I’m an indoor cat,” the caption says. “Nahhh, not interested.”
Most cats aren’t naturally drawn to snow, mostly because their ancestors evolved in dry, desert climates.
While some breeds—such as Maine coons, Siberians, Turkish angoras, and Norwegian forest cats—have thick, insulating coats that help them tolerate and even enjoy snowy conditions, most house cats prefer warmth and dryness. Individual personality also plays a major role, so a feline’s reaction to snow can vary widely.
For cats that do enjoy exploring snowy areas, safety is essential. Cold, wet fur and paw pads can lead to discomfort, irritation, or even hypothermia if exposure lasts too long.
After outdoor play, felines should be dried thoroughly and kept in a warm environment. Snow can also trap debris between their paw pads or cause cracking, so gentle cleaning is recommended.
Because staying warm requires extra energy, well-balanced nutrition helps maintain body condition in cold weather.
You should always ensure your feline has safe entry points into the home, since snow and ice can block cat flaps or lead them to hide in risky places such as car engines or sheds.
Signs that your kitty is too cold include shivering, pale gums, lethargy, and slow movement. Monitoring these cues helps keep snowy adventures safe.
The video quickly went viral on social media and it has so far received over 160,000 views and almost 3,500 likes on the platform.
One user, Herbalmewphoria, commented: “Windowsill views please, not snow expeditions.”
Moni_auswaerts said: “That is one of the fluffiest cats that’s ever fluffed.”
Fr33pal3 wrote: “Noone likes to be put on snow butt naked anyway.”
Newsweek reached out to @cookiethepoekie for comment via Instagram. We could not verify the details of the case.
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