Pets often crave constant companionship—even in the bathroom. And while their loyalty is endearing, some take rejection more personally than others. Take Theo, a tuxedo cat whose hilarious retaliation for being left outside the bathroom has gone viral on TikTok.
In a 10-second clip posted by his owner, Maddie (@m_clayclay), Theo’s furry paw emerges from under the door, snags the bath mat, and drags it away in a petty—yet undeniably clever—act of defiance. The video, which has amassed 2.8 million views, highlights the lengths cats will go to for attention (or revenge).
But Theo wasn’t done. In a follow-up clip, Maddie films the curious cat staring down at her phone as she records from under the door—his bright blue eyes still questioning why he wasn’t granted entry.
For cat owners familiar with such antics, experts suggest interactive toys to distract clingy pets. Or, as Theo proves, you might just have to embrace the chaos—and the viral content that comes with it.
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