In a viral TikTok video, a cat owner allowed a stray inside her home to shelter him from the cold weather—the way he immediately got comfortable has melted hearts.
The heartwarming clip, shared in January by @lizlikesmashedpotatoes, starts with the gray tuxedo cat meowing at the poster to let him in, and once she does, he immediately takes ownership of the warm cat bed right by the window.
Meanwhile, the poster’s orange cat, lies down right next to their new guest, unbothered by the feline’s presence in his home.
“When you let the outdoor stray cat inside during the winter, and he finally feels safe and warm for the first time.. my heart CANNOT handle it, him climbing into the cat bed after he ate. Sweet Milo, you don’t have to be scared and alone anymore,” the caption says.
Newsweek reached out to @lizlikesmashedpotatoes for comment via TikTok comments. We could not verify the details of the case.
Most cats do feel cold outside in the winter, and their comfort depends on age, health, and coat type.
According to Pet MD, healthy adults generally start to feel uncomfortable once temperatures fall below about 45 °F (7 °C), while more vulnerable cats—like kittens, seniors, thin-coated or hairless breeds, and those with health issues—can become uncomfortable at higher temperatures.
Prolonged exposure to freezing temperatures (below 32 °F/0 °C) poses serious risks like frostbite and hypothermia. Signs a cat is too cold include curling into a tight ball, shivering, lethargy, decreased appetite, and feeling cold to the touch.
Cats often seek warmth and may hide in warm spots when chilly. If left outside in cold weather without shelter, their body temperature can drop dangerously, leading to weakness or even death if not warmed.
Indoor cats should be brought in when it’s cold, and if there’s no warm spot, covered beds or warmed water can help them stay comfortable.
The video quickly went viral on social media and it has so far received over 96,200 views and 11,500 likes on the platform.
PETA, commented: “He’s right where he belongs. Thank you for giving him the loving home he deserves.”
Another user, Christa said: “So heartwarming. and he gets along with your cat already!! Are you keeping him?”
Wolflimbs added: “He looks like he’s smiling in the bed!”
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