Man Who Has Spent Over 150 Days Befriending A Feral Cat Shuts Down 'Know-It-All' Commentators

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elina lee
Jun 26, 2022 10:00 AM EDT

There's nothing we hate more than internet know-it-alls that think they're specialists in every field of the universe. You know, the people that judge and make conclusions based on 15-second videos, images, or quotes taken out of context. For some reason, they think that their experience is the only experience and so they push their views, opinions, and unsolicited advice in aggressive manners. 

Well, guess what? That's exactly what today's feature is about. The highlight is on a man named Jacob Lindberg, also known as @catdaddyadventures on TikTok. Jacob is a proud father of 16 cats as well as a support system for a number of strays and ferals around his neighborhood. His newest feline friend is Buddy, a feral barn cat that he's been trying to befriend for over 150 days now. Every day, Jacob documents the process and talks about small steps both he and Buddy have made. We personally think that this human being is incredible. Not only does he have a huge loving heart, but impeccable patience as well. Unfortunately, not everyone felt the same. 

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    This is day 157 of Jacob trying to befriend Buddy and get him to feel comfortable. As you can see, Buddy is incredibly scared and has clearly been through immense trauma during his life. Jacob being the amazing human that he is respects Buddy's space and boundaries. 

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    Remember when we talked about the know-it-all specialists? Well, this is a great example of one of them. This person right here has clearly already made up their view and opinion on how to earn the trust of a feral cat. But Jacob proves them wrong. 

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    Font - Reply to @itsabouttyme101 please be patient while i prove you wrong
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    Human body - Matt Ward Ignore what they say, you're doing this the right way. If you trap him you'll add to his trauma, this way will build his trust in you. Well done mate.
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    Head - Amber Finlay Love the caption!! Not everything has to be done in a snap he's obviously looking out for the cat why not spend the time to build trust from the start
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    Eyelash - moth "convince it you're not a threat....by trapping it and adding to its trauma!"
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    Human body - Sarah.ghasedak that's the kind of parenting that ruined the mental health of many of us
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    Font - Deb It was the "get on that" for me
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    Font - :) Him reaching out to you is more than enough. it's a start. I appreciate YOU for making time for this sweet boy.
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    Human body - Lou That comments a lie, I had a cat who ran away for 6 months, became feral and I had to do all this to bring her home. It takes time
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    Font - brii<33 (1,4k) Happened to me too, 3 weeks ago he let us pet him for the first time
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    Font - oh.wow.it's.me_ trapping it only makes it lose the trust it already had in u
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    Hair - kr.penner If he doesn't need immediate medical attention there's no reason for you to rush the process, you're doing an amazing job!
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    Human body - Lycantreia I'm working in animal rescue and rehabilitation for 35 years, and there are many different actions that lead to success in many different situations.
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    Mammal - Lycantreia 2)I have forced kittens into learning to accept and enjoying human touch so its easier to find a long-term home. But my own 3 cats, who had been feral
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    Font - Lycantreia 3)I never forced to do anything. They could have spent their lives with me without ever getting touched, yet they decided to come close and cuddle.
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    Font - Serenity You pass the vibe check. That commenter does not
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