Deaf Cat's Adorable 'Pokémon Greeting Ritual' for Mom Is Melting Hearts
Coming home to a happy pet is one of the best feelings in the world. Whether it's a tail-wagging, happy-hopping reaction from dogs or a cute trilling from cats, their love for us is unrivaled.
Otter may be deaf, but this Black Cat has his own special way of showing Mom the love. He doesn't need the ability to hear to give Mom the sweetest "hellllooo" because his unique Pokémon greeting is total cuteness overload as it is.
@iamgooseontheloose his unfiltered love is everything #catsoftiktok#tiktokcats#rescuecats#deafcat#fyp
original sound - goose, otter & lettuce
In terms of being adorable, Otter's score is off the charts! How great it must feel for Mom to walk into any room at any time and get this kind of warm welcome. Being a deaf kitty doesn't get in the way of this sweet boy telling the world how he feels about his number one lady (swoon)!
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It's no huge shock that the heartwarming post had everyone feeling all the things. Hundreds of Otters fans chimed in to give him some love, with many of them noting how precious his little trills are-and I 100% agree! It's one of the cutest sounds a gentlemanly, polite cat like Otter can make, and yet, somehow, he makes the trill even better!
The rescue cat left an imprint on the world the moment Mom started sharing his journey, and I think much of it has to do with the variety of sounds he makes when he realizes Mom's beside him. Take a listen to this throwback clip, volume way up, and try not to fall in love.
@iamgooseontheloose otter gets his supplement in the morning and evening. it helps him feel his best and he never minds being woken up for it #catsoftiktok#tiktokcats#rescuecats#deafcat#cats
original sound - goose, otter & lettuce
How To Communicate With a Deaf Cat
Communicating with a deaf kitty takes slightly more care than that of a feline with full use of their hearing, so as not to startle them.
They're smart, which means you can train them to learn sign language through hand signals for the basics (eat, come, etc.). While teaching, practice gentle stomps to create vibrations on the floor-or tap a nearby table or chair-so they know you're there.
Flashlights and laser pointers can grab their attention, but you can also turn on a light switch every time you enter the room, but make sure to approach them from the front. Touch and scent go a long way and help your deaf kitty recognize when you're in their vicinity. Bonus: All of these things help strengthen the bond between the two of you.
I can't imagine anything better than a cat like Otter greeting me each day. He's a special boy and Mom's one lucky gal!
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This story was originally published May 8, 2026 at 10:20 AM.