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Woman Wondered If Cat Missed Her When She Was Gone—Then She Checked Petcam

Woman Wondered If Cat Missed Her When She Was Gone—Then She Checked Petcam

Summary

A woman named Phuong used a camera to watch her cat, Peanut, while she was away visiting family. She noticed that Peanut often napped in the same spot where she left her sweater, suggesting the cat missed her. This observation aligns with studies showing that cats can form strong attachments to their owners.

Key Facts

  • Phuong has a cat named Peanut that she adopted through a Facebook group.
  • Phuong set up a pet camera to watch Peanut while she was away for three weeks.
  • Peanut frequently napped on Phuong's sweater, suggesting he missed her.
  • Studies from Oregon State University show that many cats form strong attachments and feel distress when their owners leave.
  • Approximately 65% of cats from the study showed a secure attachment to their human companions.
  • Phuong shared her experience on TikTok, noticing Peanut's attachment.
  • This behavior suggests that cats may miss their owners when they are absent.

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