'Chunky' Cat Refuses to Eat New Science

Cats are much smarter than we think, especially when it comes to their food. One cat recently left the internet in stitches after refusing to eat a different brand.

In a funny video shared by @cleoclippedyou, Cleo, the tuxedo cat, 5, can be seen using her paw to remove the cat food from her bowl onto the floor.

The on-screen text explains the situation: "When your mom switches from Fancy Feast to Hills Science Diet."

Her owner, Gabriella Cohen, 31, from New York, told Newsweek: "We tried switching because she became obsessed with Fancy Feast dry food and kept begging for it over her wet food."

Cohen explained the reason behind the diet.

"I felt as though she was getting a little chunky," she said. "I wanted to opt for a healthier option, but now she's back on Fancy Feast as she refused to eat the other food."

Cleo refused to eat the new food for two weeks, so now her owner feeds her dry food in moderation.

Newsweek reached out to Zoe Willingham, an animal behaviorist who owns 51 cats. She shared five tips for owners who want to switch their furry friend's food.

"Cats can be incredibly fussy when it comes to their favorite foods," Willingham said. "The slightest change to a flavor, texture, look or smell can be enough for a full protest from our feline friends."

The clip captioned "She's not a fan" has racked up 798,100 likes since it was shared on August 25. It has also racked up more than 2,550 comments and 69,800 likes.

One user's comment said: "My vet says fancy feast is the McDonald's of cat food. That's why they love it."

"She said 'this must be something to play with because it's definitely not food'" commented another person.

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