Cat politely asks human to put down phone and pet it
A funny video of a cat putting down the phone of its human has gone viral. Watch the video here.
Cats don’t always want their humans to pet them but when they do, they often find the perfect way to express their desires, and a video of one such cat is melting people’s hearts online. (Also Read: Cat discovers it has ears, gets utterly baffled. Watch)

The video is posted on Twitter with a short yet explanatory caption. “Cat politely asking to be petted,” it reads. The clip opens to show a man sitting on the floor using a mobile with a cat in front of him. Within moments, the kitty slowly touches the mobile as if urging the man to keep down the device. When the person does that, the cat goes on to rest its head in the man’s palm.
Take a look at this adorable video of a cat asking its human for pets:
The video was posted on August 12. Since being shared, the clip has gone viral. Till now, it has accumulated close to two million views and the numbers are only increasing. Additionally, the share has received tons of likes and comments.
What did Twitter users say about this video of a very polite cat?
“I don't get politeness, I get warned. My screen time monitor,” joked a Twitter user. “Exactly What one of my cats does to me when I’m, excuse me, on the toilet and if I happen to be on my phone, which I shouldn’t be, my cat is letting me know,” added another. “Pet me, Homan! Stop living in that box!” posted a third, imagining the cat’s thoughts. “My cat is far far pushier about this if I am using my phone or the computer,” wrote a fourth. What are your thoughts on this video to a polite cat? Did it leave you with a smile?
ABOUT THE AUTHORTrisha SenguptaTrisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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