Hysterics at Orange Cat Sneaking Past 'Spicy Kitten'

An orange cat's quest to get past a kitten unharmed has amassed almost 540,000 views on TikTok. The amusing clip, shared by @titothecheetodoritom, shows Tito, the adult cat, cautiously attempting to navigate past a hissing kitten stationed in the doorway of an en suite bathroom. The overlaying text humorously notes that Tito is "trying not to get attacked," setting the stage for a sequence that has left viewers in stitches. As the scene unfolds, the orange cat approaches the doorway with measured steps, clearly aware of the kitten's defensive posture. Hissing in cats is a common behavior, often used as a warning signal when they feel threatened or wish to establish boundaries, according to Purina's website. In this instance, the kitten's hiss served as a clear message to the adult cat to maintain distance. Undeterred, the adult cat successfully slips into the bathroom, only to find the venture was seemingly futile because he soon wants to return to the bedroom. Faced with the kitten's unwavering vigilance, the orange cat resorts to an impressive leap—a maneuver that not only showcases feline agility but also highlights the lengths to which cats will go to avoid confrontation. The interaction left viewers laughing, with many users surprised by Tito's fearful approach toward the black and white kitten, who is described as "spicy." This term refers to felines that are hissy, grumpy and generally less fond of human interaction, according to the Lawrence Humane Society. Newsweek reached out to @titothecheetodorito for comment via TikTok and could not verify the details of the case. "That must be one wild baby if an orange cat is afraid," commented one user. Another said: "Purrfect usage of the CATapult technique to evade the [opposition]." "That man is NOT trying to sneak past. He tryna antagonize things," pointed out a third commenter.

How to Introduce Kittens to Cats

Pam Johnson-Bennett, an author who is with Cat Behavior Associates, previously told Newsweek how to introduce a kitten to a cat. "Introducing a kitten to an adult cat requires making sure the cat doesn't get overwhelmed by the energetic little newcomer," she said. "Kittens don't have a strong sense of territory yet, and they certainly have an endless supply of playful energy. That playfulness can be too in your face when it comes to an adult cat." Johnson-Bennett provides the following tips:

1. Introduce cats and kittens by scent first
2. Be patient
3. Initially provide cats with separate spaces
4. Supervise their first few face-to-face meetings

Owners are advised to give their cat attention and rewards to encourage calm behaviors. They should also redirect aggression before it escalates with an enticing distraction, such as a toy or tasty treat. Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@newsweek.com with some details about your best friend and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.