It turns out that cats are capable of more than just lounging on windowsills and pouncing on laser pointers — they might pick up on and reflect our emotions. A recent viral video from the Instagram account @suki_purrs has sent the internet into a frenzy, capturing a fascinating moment where a cat appears to mirror her owner’s anxious energy.
Cat looks more anxious than owner who got her to help with anxiety in hilarious video
In a world where stress is an everyday struggle, many turn to pets for comfort and companionship. That was exactly the idea behind bringing Suki home — except things didn’t quite go as planned. In a now-viral video, Suki’s owner shares a hilarious twist on the situation.
The clip opens with the text: “The cat I got to help me with my anxiety.” The scene then shifts to a montage of clips featuring Suki whose expression seems to convey a sense of unease and worry. In each clip, the cat looks visibly troubled, her wide eyes darting around as if she’s carrying the weight of the world on her tiny shoulders.
The owner humorously captions the video with, “Guys I think she might have more anxiety than me.” The irony is impossible to miss, and the internet cannot get enough. Garnering over 155K likes, many viewers took to the comments section to share their thoughts and experiences. One user joked, “you’re the human she got to help with her anxiety.” Another said, “Pretty sure she just absorbed your anxiety and now lives in a constant state of worry.” A third viewer commented, “When the emotional support pet needs emotional support itself.”
The idea that animals can pick up on human emotions is not entirely new. Experts suggest that cats, much like dogs, can sense their owner’s emotional state and may respond in kind. While cats are often considered aloof, they can form strong attachments and are sensitive to their human’s moods. However, unlike dogs, who may actively try to comfort their owners, cats might exhibit stress in their own feline way, sometimes resulting in an anxious demeanor.
