Cat Mom Struggles to Bring "Kitten That Looks Just Like Her" Back to the Nest, Owner Panics: "It's Not Your Baby!"

Recently, a netizen shared a remarkable story about their pregnant cat giving birth to a litter of kittens. In a surprising turn of events, the mother cat picked up one of the kittens that looked almost identical to her and carried it back to her nest, where she began caring for it. This left the owner in a state of panic, as the kitten was not actually one of hers.

The owner had adopted a pregnant cat along with several other kittens that were in need of a home. However, the mother cat's instinct led her to take the unrelated kitten, which was about 3 to 4 months old, back to her nest despite having younger kittens of her own. The owner could only watch helplessly as the mother cat seemed determined to care for this kitten, prompting them to shout, "That's not your child! Put it down!"

This unusual incident quickly gained attention on social media, attracting over 100,000 views. Many users commented humorously on the situation, with remarks like "Is this what they mean by adopting halfway?" and "The mother cat: Of course it's mine; it looks just like me!" Others joked about the phenomenon of maternal instincts overriding logic, saying things like "Is this what they call being foolish for three years after giving birth?"

The mother cat is so determined; she doesn't even look back when her owner calls her to stop.

This heartwarming yet perplexing story highlights the strong maternal instincts of cats and how they can sometimes lead to unexpected behaviors. It also raises questions about the bonds formed between animals and their caregivers, as well as the complexities of animal adoption.