#11: Cats Are Weird, Too

It’s not just humans that act strange when no one is looking. Pets also get in on the fun. Still, some cats are more intelligent than others and notice when new items pop up out of the blue. I bet this cat owner was delighted when Smart Cat figured it out and tried to communicate the universe’s secrets through the lens.

As for the behavior of the Ancient Cat during the eclipse, scientists say that most animals will follow the cues of their owners. If someone is home, a domesticated cat or dog will remain calm so long as their humans do. If no one is home, all bets are off once the eclipse hits totality.