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Rescued baby deer and gentle family cat share unique connection
This isn’t something you ever get to see.
Cedric Jackson
09.02.20

Animals are such funny creatures. That includes those that live inside the house as well as the wild kind found outdoors. Especially for people with cats, they’re constantly entertained. Sure, kitties sleep about 16 hours a day but when they’re awake, the game is on.

A unique connection

You know, a lot of people think that animals of different species don’t get along. But that’s just not true. Of course, some dogs and cats fight and sometimes, they chase squirrels and mice. But nature isn’t always so cruel.

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Nature at its best

Most of the time, if people would just let animals be, they’d discover how well they actually get along. That includes a wild deer and a domesticated cat. As a pet owner, you might think you need to protect your kitty but you probably don’t.

YouTube Screenshot/Hoppy the Deer
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YouTube Screenshot/Hoppy the Deer

Rescuing a wild animal

Here’s a prime example. A family rescued a baby deer. He became so comfortable around humans that it wasn’t long before he was wearing a dog collar and relaxing on the sofa inside the house. Sure, he’d go outside too but he preferred to be around his humans.

YouTube Screenshot/Hoppy the Deer
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YouTube Screenshot/Hoppy the Deer

An unlikely friendship

This same family has a beautiful yellow and white cat. Considering the deer was wild, they weren’t too sure if they’d do okay together. But what happened, and quickly, took all of them by surprise. They became friends.

YouTube Screenshot/Hoppy the Deer
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YouTube Screenshot/Hoppy the Deer

A viral video

The connection between this deer and cat is so remarkable that the family uploaded a video of them on social media. It’s become so popular that currently, it has just under four million views. At the same time, a lot of people have commented on the wonderful interaction they have with each other.

YouTube Screenshot/Hoppy the Deer
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YouTube Screenshot/Hoppy the Deer

Grooming habits

Although the deer and cat often snuggle up together, it’s their grooming habits that leave everyone in awe. You know cats, they frequently lick themselves clean. Well, this kitty felt it was her responsibility to do the same for her new friend.

YouTube Screenshot/Hoppy the Deer
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YouTube Screenshot/Hoppy the Deer

But it gets better

Not only does this cat keep the deer clean but he does the same for her. When watching the video, you see the kitty making sure her friend is nice and clean. In response, the deer turns his head and begins to groom the cat. It’s sweet and hysterical.

YouTube Screenshot/Hoppy the Deer
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YouTube Screenshot/Hoppy the Deer

Got to get the tail

After the cat finishes her job, she lays down on the bed next to the deer. But he’s not done. Apparently, the kitty’s tail is still dirty. So, being such a good friend, he keeps grooming it. In the background, you can hear a woman praising him for his good deed.

YouTube Screenshot/Hoppy the Deer
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YouTube Screenshot/Hoppy the Deer

Don’t forget the ears and face

Probably one of the funniest parts of the video is when the deer decides the cat’s face is dirty. With his big tongue, he goes to work. You can hear a lot of slurping sounds as he makes sure he doesn’t miss a single spot. The cat’s loving every second of it.

YouTube Screenshot/Hoppy the Deer
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YouTube Screenshot/Hoppy the Deer

Soaking wet

By the time the deer finishes grooming the kitty, she’s soaking wet. The entire top of her head is covered with saliva. But at least she’s super clean.

YouTube Screenshot/Hoppy the Deer
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YouTube Screenshot/Hoppy the Deer

You don’t see videos like this very often, if ever. If you love animals and want to see how one’s that wild and another one’s that domesticated take care of each other, check it out. This will put a smile on your face…guaranteed.

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