Anyone who’s ever looked back at old pet photos knows the feeling of disbelief at how much can change in a short time. The awkward, uncertain early days often give way to confidence and strength before anyone realizes it. A viral cat video circulating online captures that transformation in a way that feels both simple and surprisingly emotional.
Cat changes dramatically in transformation video
Instagram user @ogatotemaki posted a video featuring their tabby cat, Temaki, that opens with a noticeably fragile scene. In the first clip, Temaki appears small and unsteady, with a bandage wrapped around his front leg.
His movements are cautious, and he lets out a soft meow while looking around with visible uncertainty. The overlay audio plays a simple phrase: “I went from this, I mean I went from this…,” building anticipation for what comes next.
The video then cuts forward two months, revealing a very different cat. Temaki is now noticeably larger, with a stronger build and fuller posture. His once timid demeanor has been replaced with alert curiosity.
He tilts his head slightly, his eyes brighter and more confident, as if fully aware of his surroundings. The contrast between the two clips is immediate and striking, making it clear why viewers stopped scrolling.
While the post doesn’t go into detail about what Temaki went through, viewers quickly filled the comments with their own interpretations and reactions. Many focused on how quickly cats grow and change, especially during their early months.
One commenter wrote that cats “grow up too fast,” while another shared regret about not taking more photos and videos when their own pet was just a few months old. Others simply celebrated the visible progress, calling it “the kind of transformation we love to see.”
Not everyone saw it the same way, though. A few users humorously pointed out that aside from the missing leg wrap, Temaki still looks unmistakably like himself, just healthier and more confident.
