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Newsweek
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Orange Cat Scared of New Sitter Hides for Four Days, but She Has a Plan
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. After spending four days hiding from his new sitter, an orange cat from Boston finally warmed to her when she bribed him with a toy, and internet users can't stop laughing at their hilarious interaction. A TikTok video shared on Wednesday under the username @julienashawaty, shows the blue-eyed cat, Bo, walking up to his new sitter, Julie, rubbing his head against her, and even allowing her to pet him, after receiving a special gift from her. "I'm Bo's new cat sitter and on day 4 he's done hiding behind the dryer," she says in the post. Bo's change in demeanor came after the poster bribed her way into his graces with a brand-new soft toy, named One Brain Cell, which the feline seems to really love. "Day 4 with Bo! Definitely never going to hide again … and I may have brought a little something to sweeten the deal to keep it that way. Every cat has their own timeline—always let them come to you (and bringing gifts never hurt)", the caption says. The poster, Julie Nashawaty, told Newsweek that, when she first started visiting Bo, he was extremely shy and would hide behind the dryer for her entire visit for day one and two. However, after a few days of patience, quiet company, and the little bribe, he finally came out of hiding. "Day Four is when he really showed his true colors—finally trusted me enough to play, show affection, and truly relax. It was such a sweet moment. I look forward to the next time his mom travels so I can see him again," she said. As an experienced dogsitter, Nashawaty, also added that every cat adjusts on their own timeline, and earning their trust is a privilege. Union Lake Veterinary Hospital and Pet Services says that gaining the trust of a shy cat is possible with some practice, and insights into their behavior. The first thing to do, according to the website, is creating a routine and sticking to it, so cats always know what to expect and are never taken by surprise. It is also very important to minimize noises and other stressors, such as vacuums, fireworks, and so on. Cats also value their own space and can feel anxious when it is not granted to them. When speaking to them, using a soft, reassuring tone of voice can encourage them to trust you more. If your feline runs away or hides, it is important to allow them to take their time and distance, as Nashawaty did for four days in the clip, until the cat was ready to come to her. It is crucial that you never force your feline to do something they are not up to, as it can trigger anxiety. Screenshots of the viral clip show Bo slowly warming to his sitter after accepting her bribe. Screenshots of the viral clip show Bo slowly warming to his sitter after accepting her bribe. @julienashawaty The video quickly went viral on social media and has so far received over 136,000 views and more than 28,000 likes on the platform. One user, Life'sHorrors, commented: "Still suspicious, but needs some attention." Agent Lee Harker wrote: "Being accepted by a cat is a whole level of trust." Kit frost added: "They are so incredible to just watch exist. No need for anything when you can watch them all the time. Also his lil socks." Newsweek reached out to @julienashawaty for comment via email. We could not verify the details of the case. Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend, and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Newsweek
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Woman Prepares To Lose Dog Who Beat 2 Terminal Diagnoses—but He's Not Done
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A pet sitter prepared herself to say goodbye to one of the canines she walks after he received one month left to life, but the dog "had other plans." Julie Nashawaty began pet sitting 10 years ago as a part-time job before transitioning full-time in 2020. One of the dogs she grew close to was a 15-year-old dog named Tusker, whom she called the "happiest little guy." Deaf, blind and beating two terminal cancer diagnoses, he continued to walk around without a care in the world, Nashawaty said. Since she began dog walking Tusker in February 2024, she's become close with the senior canine. When his family told her Tusker had about one month left to live, she was heartbroken. She began saying her goodbyes. Nashawaty worked with senior dogs before; she told Newsweek via email that it is always "incredibly difficult" to say goodbye, and it was no different with Tusker. But the small and mighty dog surprised everyone. Nashawaty shared in a June 1 Instagram video, posted to her account @southendpetsitting, her being reunited with Tusker months after the original goodbye. She said she cried after hearing he's been fighting. In the clip, she told him how happy she was to see him. He happily accepted all the pets and cheese during her visit. Part of the caption reads: "...And yet here we are. Still walking. Still fighting. Still eating cheese. Still Tusker." Screenshots from a June 1 Instagram video of a senior canine's dog walker returning to visit after she said her goodbyes thinking he was at the end of his life. Screenshots from a June 1 Instagram video of a senior canine's dog walker returning to visit after she said her goodbyes thinking he was at the end of his life. @southendpetsitting/Instagram Despite Tusker's illnesses, he's never stopped being himself. The only change Nashawaty noticed since going back to walk him was that he went fully blind. His bright personality never dimmed. Neither did his energy. "He lives on a fifth-floor walkup in the South End of Boston, so I have to carry him up and down those stairs for walks," she said. "But when we're outside, he'll walk for at least 20 minutes." Shocked by the toughness of this senior dog, Instagram users flooded the video with comments, and as of Tuesday, the clip amassed over "When you've survived two terminal cancer diagnosis, you deserve all the cheese your little heart desires," wrote one user. Another added: "Sweet and brave boy! Love you Tuskers! You're the strongest pup on the internet and one of the cutest too." A third person pointed out: "The joy in your voice at getting to see him again is so heartwarming." Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend, and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
