A New Addition
Adopting a pet rather than buying one is a wonderful thing to do. Adopted pets bring us so much joy, however, they sometimes retain some strange habits or behaviors from their previous home
One example of such behavior seriously worried a couple who recently adopted a cat. They certainly didn’t expect this when they saw him at the pound.
Unexpected
Understanding the importance of adopting a pet rather than buying one, a couple visited the local pound to find a new pet. They soon found a sweet, affectionate, and happy cat.
They filled out the paperwork and proudly took the kitty home. However, he would soon show his true colors and it was more than the couple had bargained for…
Family
The cat immediately settled in and became a part of their family. The first time they saw him, he stared deep into Daniel’s eyes, pleading to be taken home. It was clear this cat wanted to be back in a home with humans.
Their hearts melted and they knew that this cat was going home with them. It would have been unthinkably cruel to turn this tabby down. That’s how Muffins became a member of Daniel’s family, though none of them realized what this meant for them yet.
At Home
Daniel’s kids adored Muffins and he’d often see them snuggling up with the cat, stroking it and listening to him purr. He seemed to be happy and comfortable in his new home at first but it wasn’t long before this cat started to exhibit some strange behavior.
This unusual behavior would scare the family as well go on to prove that even animals have quirks. But what could this cat do to worry his family?
A Disturbing Habit
Every single night since being adopted, the cat would stand in the doorway to his Daniel’s bedroom while he and his wife slept. It seemed as if he didn’t understand that he was supposed to sleep in the expensive bed that they had bought him.
Eventually relenting, Daniel decided to let him sleep with them in their bed. They decided that there was no harm in this and that it would help the cat adjust. But, sadly, his strange habit only got worse…
Getting Worse
As it turned out, unnervingly staring at them from the door each night wasn’t enough. now that they allowed Muffins to sleep in the bed, he simply took to staring at them at point-blank range every night.
This confused and worried Daniel and his wife. Could there be some bigger problem or even more worrying reason for this behavior? Was there something he was trying to tell them or wass he staring at something specific?
Lifelong Problem
Daniel had been diagnosed with asthma at 13 years old. It was an ailment he struggled with for the rest of his life. He found that he had trouble with it at night more than anything else. However, he was careful and didn’t smoke or do anything to make things worse and always kept his inhaler close by.
In searching for a way to make it better, Daniel had been to numerous doctors and specialists but they had been unable to find a solution to his ailment, but suddenly, it had gotten much worse.
Trouble Breathing
Daniel’s trouble breathing had increased since they had brought Muffins home, but Daniel knew that this was more than a simple allergy. He often woke up in the night with a feeling like there was glass scratching his throat.
Countless nights he found himself sitting up, trying to get his breath back. As time went by, Daniel grew more and more frustrated. Little did he know, however, that soon he would get an answer as to what was causing it.
Dead Of Night
One night Daniel awoke with a start. He coughed and wheezed uncontrollably while his wife still slept beside him. He checked the time to see that it was 4:03 AM. He didn’t know what had caused such an attack.
He decided to get and get a glass of water from the kitchen in the hope of easing his coughing. He noticed the cat and smiled but then felt his blood run cold as he saw what the cat was doing.
Watching Him
Muffins sat in the moonlight carefully watching everything that Daniel did as he got some water. The cat’s eyes were glowing yellow in the moonlight as they followed him around. That’s when Daniel started to feel unusually creeped out.
He couldn’t explain the feeling but something was bothering him about the cat. Could the cat be up to something? Why was it watching him like that?
He Wouldn't Stop
This situation happened again the day after, at exactly the same time: 4:03 am. Daniel woke up coughing to find Muffins staring at him. “Ok this is super weird,” thought Daniel.
“What are you doing?” he whispered to the creepy cat. Suddenly, a thought popped into his head. He pondered for a while, before nervously getting back into bed.
Lump In His Throat
The following morning, as Daniel ate his toast and cereal, he watched Muffins creep around the house. His two girls were playing with him while they watched some TV.
His youngest, Ella, scooped Muffins up and cuddled him close. But Daniel felt a lump in his throat, unable to get last night’s antics out of his head.
Race To The Supermarket
He knew he had to do something. So he did. Daniel grabbed his wallet, car keys, kissed his wife goodbye and set off to the supermarket.
While driving there, all he could think of was Muffins’ alarming and quite scary stare. He needed some answers. Enough was enough.
Lights, Camera, Action
“I’m looking for a video camera, please. Preferably one with night vision?” Daniel asks a member of staff, who was rearranging a shelf full of blue denim pants. “Sure thing!” The employee replied with a polite smile.
She leaves him for a few minutes before coming back, armed with a video camera. He was finally going to get some answers.
Goodnight
Daniel sets up the camera before bedtime, placing it behind a book. As he kissed his two girls goodnight, he noticed Muffins lingering in the hallway. His green eyes were focused on Daniel’s every move.
Daniel gets into bed, kisses his wife goodnight and snuggles into his duvet. Silence fills the room and he slowly drifts off to sleep, knowing that in the morning he’ll finally have answers.
The Morning After
The following morning Daniel woke up and immediately remembered the camera. As he waved goodbye to his kids, who were off to play soccer, he sprinted back upstairs while Muffin watched his every move.
He shut the bedroom door, pulled out the memory card from the camera and plugged it into his computer. While he waits for it to load, a feeling of excitement jolts Daniel. Finally, some answers!
Pressing Play
As Daniel presses play on the recorded video, he lets out a sigh. “Please give me answers!” He whispers out loud. The video showed nothing for the first few hours. Just Daniel and his wife tossing and turning in their bed.
Fast forwarding the video, suddenly Daniel presses pause. He can see Muffins in the video. He’s perched at the end of the bed. Then slowly he makes his way up to Daniel, who’s fast asleep. What was he doing?
The Truth Is Revealed
“No way!” Shouts Daniel. He was sitting in his bedroom watching the recorded video from last night. The video shows Muffins slowly creep his way closer and closer to Daniel’s faces before getting completely comfortable and settling down on top of his nose and mouth.
Daniel can’t believe it. This would explain why he’s recently started having trouble breathing at night! Pressing pause on the video, Daniel gets up. Suddenly, Muffins creeps into the room and Daniel turns to him before cracking a smile.
Telling His Wife
The following morning, over a cup of coffee and freshly cooked toast, Daniel explained everything to his wife. She was equally shocked at the outcome, but she felt happy that her husband finally had some answers.
“That’s some way to show his love,” Daniel’s wife joked. “Yeah, I guess it is,” Daniel replied with a smirk on his face.
Right Where He Wanted To Be
As Daniel finished reading his morning newspaper, he heard a scratch. He turned around and Muffins is sitting in the corner of the room staring at him. Daniel put down the newspaper and walked over to Muffins and picks him up.
He nests Muffins in his chest while stroking his silky, smooth fur. The cat looks at his owner and lets out a purr. He was exactly where he wanted to be.
A Mind Of Their Own
This story just goes to show that our dear beloved pets really do have a mind of their own! And when they want something, whether that’s food, drink, playtime, or in Muffins’ case, cuddles, they’ll stop at nothing to get it.
Even if that may result in choking their owners - with love of course!