Stubborn Cat Keeps Rejecting Owner's Cuddles, and the Adorable Moment Caught on Cam Went Viral
Cats can be affectionate one minute and completely unavailable the next, and Muji, a four-year-old cat from Japan, is a perfect example of that mood swing. His owner tried to cuddle him, but the reaction was so stubborn and funny that the moment quickly caught attention online.
The viral photos show Muji refusing the snuggles, looking thoroughly unimpressed while his owner keeps trying to get close. Later images add even more personality, including a sweeter moment with his sibling Makji and a glimpse of Muji when he actually does allow affection.
Muji may not always want cuddles on demand, but his dramatic expressions make the whole story hard to ignore. Read on.
Meet Muji, the four-year-old tsundere cat from Japan.
"Tsundere" means "a stock love interest who is usually stern, cold, and sometimes hostile to the person they like and others. They will occasionally let slip their warm and loving feelings hidden inside. They hide their feelings due to being shy, nervous, insecure, or simply unable to help acting badly in front of their crush."
The term also refers to an "outwardly violent character who ‘runs hot and cold,’ alternating between two distinct moods: ‘tsuntsun’ meaning ‘aloof or irritable,’ and ‘deredere’ meaning ‘lovey-dovey.'"
This moment when his owner was trying to cuddle with him went viral on the Internet.
Muji was just minding his business when his owner came over for a cuddle.
Muji was just chilling on the counter when his owner approached him to cuddle.
Just look at that face!
He was clearly not in the mood.
However, Muji still seems reluctant.
Squishy chonk.
He's keeping his eyes down.
"Just let this end, already."
That expression says everything.
He looks like he is so done and wants to get out as soon as he can.
"Enough."
Just look at his owner's bow of defeat.
He's really determined to let go.
Then came a much softer moment.
This “tsundere” vibe is a lot like a husband giving his wife an ultimatum over their disruptive cat.
Maybe Muji was just in a bad mood at that time. To make up for it, here's a photo of them with Muji actually cooperating.
Smooch!
He's even allowing his owner to kiss him.
He still looks so done, though!
But adorably so.
Muji's not alone; he has a sibling named Makji, a ginger cat.
Makji also gets on Muji's nerves.
Sensing his presence...
Hmmm...
"I'm out of here."
Even so, Muji does have an affectionate side when he wants it.
Despite all these behaviors, though, Muji still has a side that wants affection from time to time.
However, he prefers solicited cuddles and would rather ask than be bombarded with snuggles without prior notice.
Aww!
He is so adorable.
Boop!
A closer look at this special moment.
He looks like the boss of a game's final level.
Do not disturb!
Cats are indeed special creatures who require a lot of care and attention, but only if they tell you to. That's just how it is; cats like to rule their own world!
Do you have a cat at home that does the same thing? Comment down your thoughts or share Muji's story for all your family and friends to see!
Muji is clearly the one setting the rules here.
Before you blame the cat, see how a woman snapped at her roommate for acting scared of her cat.
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