National Feral Cat Day - Cinnabon before he was Cinnabon

[@katrinacraig5252]

I truly believe that you and Cinnabon were meant to be together, Lex. Definitely soulmates.

[@patriciabennett6381]

Happy cat day

[@julieplant444]

Katrina Craig I agree. Things happen for a reason. Cinnabon has a great family now.

[@SpiritualPrepper999]

I have to say that’s a big YES ♥️🐈🐈

[@tomh9349]

Totally soulmates!!!

[@shannonburninhell8906]

Barf

[@EmbraceWithin]

Maybe you should write a children's book called "Lex & Cinnabon" that tells the story of how you found each other :) that would be so cute

[@CS-ys4sy]

That would be a wonderful book!!!

[@PasserbyP]

Oh yeah i already love the character "the cat person who wasn't always a cat person" and the kity that likes to go on adventures in the woods while his human is at work.

[@stormyblu6094]

Great idea!

[@terintiaflavius3349]

You can self publish on Amazon for free.

[@susanjewitt8783]

EmbraceWithin A great idea. Lex was surely an animal lover, even before being adopted by Cinnabon.

[@savannahgeorgia7266]

You really are a great guy for doing that for him. Building him a house, taking out the time to add shingles and painting it says alot about your character. You two are lucky to have each other.

[@kyliepechler]

+100

[@blessfyah745]

Savannah Georgia add this to the book

[@hwykiddd]

he would be a great boyfriend lol

[@hell666-59]

He was probably a stray but there is a possibility that he was a friendly feral... they do exist. Regardless of his past, he is now a very loved and pampered pet 😻

[@jenniferloftus2363]

Yep, don't forget they are very similar to their wild ancestors over in the Middle East and Africa. They just came over and domesticated themselves in hopes of eating all the rodents who came for our grains. Then they stayed for the company, I think. That had to be a cat like Cinnabon, so it's like a nice circle in a grand way. Here is a cat, deciding to break a really large gulf to check a person out when he could have just eat and run and yet he stayed for the company.

[@l21n18]

Jennifer Loftus It took a lot of patience on Lex’s part as well I believe to show Cinnabon that he was friendly and Cinnabon was safe in his presence.

[@jenniferloftus2363]

@@l21n18 Oh definitely. I always assume the cats assume we're going to eat them, and I always assume they might rip my eyes out if I go too fast, lol. It does take a lot of patience on the human side, without a doubt. I have enjoyed seeing Lex become a cat's person, the whole thing is heartwarming but I know it took a lot of work. The payoff is surely in those meows and head bumps.

[@CountessChuchoteur]

There's a little colony where I work and one of the kittens from the newest litter is so friendly, you never would've guessed he's a wild cat.

[@jenniferloftus2363]

@@kylewilson9591 Well, you could say that, but they had to have that first leap. Many researchers in the area of domestication believe they were attracted to our rodent infestations that occurred due to grain storage capabilities we developed along with papyrus. Egypt was worshipping them because of their fertility but also they were revered for pest control. Those cats in the Middle East and Africa came from the desert. They are still there, and actually need protection in some cases because the cats we currently consider "domestic cats" are so successful. Domestication takes many generations to happen, but it's incredibly interesting and involves among other things, physical changes based on various hormones and othet biologocal processes. Take pigs, for example. Currently the US South os experiencing an explosion in feral hogs. They're smart enough that they break domestic pigs out to join the gang and in other cases the pigs get out on their own. Within a remarkably short period those pigs go through physical changes like growing gigantic scary tusks, rougher hair and skin and all together more aggressive behavior. Their heads change. Many of these physical changes correspond with domestication and wild or feral traits. Dogs have rounder skulls than wolves, lesser intelligence, more facial muscles (to help make big doggie eyes at you) and other less fun to discuss things involving thyroids. We learned a ton of this through a decades long project in the former Soviet Union (Lex might have been aware of this with his spare bedroom and collections lol) that sought to domesticate foxes. They just kept breeding the more social or friendly foxes from a population of fur producing animals. As the generations went on, the foxes who were selected for "friendliness" exhibited physical traits that are similar across all domesticated species. Rounder head, less fear of humans/lower startle reflexes, reduced intelligence and other traits. Oh, and colors. The foxes now have many more color options than they had while "wild". All of this is simplistic and many other things contributed to our current cat buddies, including of course, humans letting them back out into the wild. But many people think cats and maybe even dogs in the beginning, domesticated themselves to some degree at first. Dogs came to our campfires and ate scraps and stayed for the company. They were great alarm systems and we started breeding them for specific jobs over many tens of thousands of years. Cats were hanging around us because we learned to farm and store grain and also kept papyrus and later paper which rodents love. That's a feeding opportunity and now here we are. So yes, I was dabbling in allegory when I said they came for our infestations and stayed for the company, and one individual made the leap. Many individuals over time made the leap, and eventually we have Cinnabon who might not have had a very long life without Lex but would at least have successfully passed on his red cat genetics to several litters of kittens. He could've survived on what he caught in the woods. You're not wrong in what you said. Edit: I want to be clear that not all animals will do what the hogs do when they get out. Your dog won't become a wolf after a few weeks if he gets out and runs away. The hogs are, I think, unique in that they change so quickly. Some people say domestic cats change a bit if they escape or get lost but I think that might be just due to fur getting thicker or thinner due to weather conditions. The hogs, though, go through an amazing change that is measurable when they escape.

[@TeeJayDeluxe]

He was frightened enough to be considered feral and not adoptable so his situation was pretty dire. You built his trust and saved him so I don’t think it matters if he was feral or semi-feral. He probably had some contact with humans as a kitten but he wasn’t there long as he was trapped, neutered and released. And starving to death. So skinny and scared, those pictures are quite shocking. Now he’s completely bonded to you. I hear ginger cats are particularly loyal. He’s very lucky you took the time to win him over.

[@LexCinnabon]

I agree totally, thanks for your insight!

[@BortLicensePlates]

There's an orange cat loaf walking on your carpet. Just thought I'd let you know.

[@lemonyogurt0]

😂

[@MoDavI-sl7iy]

🤣😀

[@slightlyuncomfortable]

You know that pumpkin creme bread you get from walmart that tastes super damn good? That's cinnabon.

[@mochisikucinglucu]

Thank you for taking care of Cinnabon. He is very sweet, polite and cute.

[@bah054]

There is nothing quite like being adopted by a cat. They can be quite choosy.

[@GoldieGold356]

My guess is someone got him as a kitten, didn't neuter him and he wandered off and got spooked and lost. Unneutered males have a big home range. Hence his desire to be near hoomans.

[@Nicholas_Chen_]

One should write a prequel around this lol

[@essielovescinnabon9588]

@@Nicholas_Chen_ lol

[@ChairmanMeow1]

no, his ear was clipped meaning he was neutered and released at some point

[@eviancl4157]

He has been neutered. And he's young I believe. Maybe he still has a owner, and this guy thinks he's stray

[@essielovescinnabon9588]

@@eviancl4157 He has been neutered only as part of a TNR programme.

[@essielovescinnabon9588]

Skinny cinnabon pics make me want to cry

[@essielovescinnabon9588]

@T.M. awwww blessed chonk 😉

[@MsMotherFuzzy]

Me too

[@lemonyogurt0]

Chonky kitty 😝

[@slightlyuncomfortable]

Thinnabon

[@worsethanjoerogan8061]

He was also a juvenile at the time so it wasn't just malnourishment that made him so small

[@bridgettorres1982]

He was so little. Cinnabon is very blessed.

[@essielovescinnabon9588]

What a heart-warming thumbnail. Cinnabon's eyes are wide open as he is on guard, they are always squinty nowadays. Happy feral cat day bon bon!

[@theresaohman7187]

I love this beautiful cat. I'm so happy you adopted him because you two make a good fit and he loves Claudia and your family. Great for you for being a great human!

[@jewlzgoldstein6]

They are a beautiful family!

[@sayittomyfaceidareyou8629]

Cinnabon is a burry special ❤ Here I am again because this video was recommended again 2 years later. I will never get tired of watching Mr. Bon and his hooman Lex. Every one have a great day 😺😀💙 You stole Cinnabon's heart when you made him that house. Thank you a million times Lex. You are such a great person and beautiful soul.

[@shelleyobrien8180]

Cinnabon living a well deserved life now. Love Cinnabon ❤️

[@mrraffe82]

Not only did lex spend months of being patient trying to help Cinnabon,he actually built him a house. There’s going above and beyond and then there’s this. God bless you sir 🙏🏻

[@sayittomyfaceidareyou8629]

I truly believe that Lex stole Cinnabon's heart and gained his trust when he built that house. Cinnabon just knew that house was for him. I love seeing that picture of him all snuggled up and warm and comfy in there peeking out to watch for any threat or intruders.

[@Ana_rose1]

I adore when your talking to or about him, he talks back. Your bond with each other is heart warming.

[@susanjewitt8783]

Yes the bond is extraordinary.

[@nagasako7]

Of all "KZbin cats" I swear Cinabonn + Lex talks back the most of all cats. Especially interesting since he didn't raise Cinabonn.

[@356diane]

just lost my little buddy to old age. Brought me so much joy . Hard to describe how much I miss my little buddy. Watching Cinnabon warms the heart.

[@ella4399]

Cinnabon is one of the cutest cat I have ever seen. there is something so warm and friendly about him, even when he was a feral. I'm glad he has gotten such a wonderful home and a even better human to share it with. Nothing but the best for bon bon.

[@gdlywom]

He had, and still has, such an adorable face! ❤️😻❤️

[@tripp456]

my cat used to be feral and lived in the wild and used to be abused, he broke into our house when i was about 7 (im 16 now) he was very aggressive but with alot of time and love hes an amazing cat, only to me tho cause i mostly raised him lmao. also he watches tv with me,, amazing companion

[@bojanglesthewizard8875]

My mom adopted a feral cat, but she never reformed and we had to put her down after 5 years

[@genessis43]

Picture of his adorable face inside the cat house... 😭😍💘

[@jhanes3791]

He is a reformed feral... he turned in his feral card. Lex, you've raised a handsome little gentleman.

[@debsreno911]

Wondering what Cinnabon will be for Halloween? Get a little tux and a top hat lol.

[@batmanszebras]

I love him. I am so happy you took him in, even though you didn’t consider yourself to be a cat person before. You two were meant to be!

[@LariaX]

Awww, that picture of him peeking over the step with his two paws is the cutest.

[@krystalhaberkorn420]

Even if he was feral, this is still very possible. We’ve rescued 7 kittens that were feral. One of them you couldn’t even look at when you put the food down. Now he’s incredibly happy and loves to cuddle on your lap. The other three we found as smaller babies and it still took time but now they love the attention. They’ll meow and cry until they get their pets and love. The last 3, we found as very baby kittens, probably only 7-8 weeks old roughly. They were scared at first, but grew to love people and when they were old enough we found them their forever homes where they are loving life and loving attention from people.

[@driveinfan1955]

Lex: I’m not a cat person. Cinnabon: Hold my catnip!

[@blessfyah745]

Add this to the book

[@deepalall647]

You have a heart of gold and Cinnabon is very lucky to have you.

[@kirrieholden4794]

The house you built Cinnabon is amazing! I'd seen it on the deck before, but the progress pictures of it being built really show the quality of his structure. What a kind and caring person you are.

[@OtoCardona]

Cinnabon was so skinny on his feral days, thanks lex for sharing, wish you and my boy Cinnabon always the best.

[@amalrafidah2739]

"I'd pet you but my arms are full. I'll pet you later though okay?" You didn't have to say that in such a sweet tone 🥺😭😭

[@julieplant444]

A little late Cinnabon but Happy Feral Cat Day you magnificent boy! Thank you Dad, Lex for such great care and protection for your little buddy. Those who care and provide for the voiceless are the most blessed of individuals. Thanks for being a voice for your furry boy. 🤗🤗🤗💖🐈🎖🏆 Love you Cinnabon!

[@LoveAngelMusicLady]

@4:58 is my favorite pic. He’s so happy playing on his favorite stairs! What a lil cutie!

[@essielovescinnabon9588]

Awwwwwwww those pics of Cinnabon snug as a bug in a rug in the house you built him ***gimme him 🤗***

[@jraoul711]

Snug as a bug, that was one of my mother's favorite sayings.

[@hainhubong]

I kept talking with my cat tonight about Cinnabon! You gave him a cutest name

[@MinhSen11]

I just watched Vancouver Vet on feeding cats and the vet said orange male cats tend to be "chunky" and I thought of your boy. Cinnabon is such a beautiful big sweetie!❤

[@josephgalvan8527]

At 4:44 you can see how grateful and loving cinnabon is in those eyes 😻😻

[@mywholelifeisaboogerbubble]

Building him a little outside home was the SWEETEST thing! Love how cats have the power to turn 'not really cat' ppl into 'I'ma build him a house'. :)

[@lisapina6412]

I don't think Cinnabon classifies as a feral anymore! 💕🐾💕🐾💕🐾💕🐾💕🐾

[@mj968]

You seem like such a great person, very genuine and that restores my faith in humanity. Cinnabon is a lucky cat and hes happier now that hes found you. Thank you for sharing your life and wonderful home with us. It makes a big difference, especially to me❤

[@nancyschaeffer569]

Young man, I live along and some times very lonely, I found you videos and they make me so happy. I am a cat person and Cinnabon is so very special. Love your videos, please keep them coming.

[@cocobellobibi846]

I found your Channel months ago and I am impressed and so happy to see them. The way you take care of him makes me really so happy! I wish there would be More ppl like you

[@veronicareagan6975]

Love the picture of you holding Cinnabon, he looks so content.

[@farmergirl1581]

His transformation is remarkable! He looks so different in the old pictures; so sad and afraid. Now he knows he is loved and he looks so happy and healthy! Do you ever look at the pictures of him back then and marvel at how far you two have come? I am so glad you two found each other! ❤️

[@Benfiester]

That pic under the steps is cuteness overload.

[@duckymcscrooge438]

Cinnabon is not just a beautiful cat, he’s also a beautiful soul.

[@xokatelyn]

4:59 ... how sweet 😻 you’re such a good cat dad! ♡

[@lordvonlord]

One of the best stills in the video.

[@Starlightndust]

Such a lovely man. Kind hearted. God bless you. 🙏

[@Lisasanti1]

It's a beautiful thing to watch the progress of bonding between dogs/cats and people. I wish they could share their stories with us. I rescued a pup several years ago, and two years ago, together we rescued a skinny and starving kitty that is Cinnabon's twin. Bless you, Alex, for loving Cinnabon, and providing him with the perfect home.

[@sylviekins]

I love the way you make a comment and then Cinnabon adds his miaow just at the right time! Thank you for your efforts with him - you really have made a difference to him but also to all your subscribers ❤️

[@theroadnottaken9378]

Cinnabon reminds me of my KittyKat, unfortunately at around 7years old she developed a neurological problem and I was forced to put her down (very sad day), I know one thing she had a great life and was treated well and spoiled alot...take care.

[@raksh9]

Sorry to hear about KittyKat, am sure she was very well loved and cared for in the time you had her.

[@theroadnottaken9378]

@@raksh9 , thanks, yes she was very much loved and was a great friend.

[@georgianapunea546]

He has always had that smart, friendly look and he knew very well when he chose you. I love those photos on the stairs💖😹🐈🐱💖💖💖💖💖

[@kenn1936]

I commented on another video that he could not have been feral. It is a fact that you would never be able to touch a feral cat, no matter how many months or years that you try. He was wary of you and homeless, but not feral. He is a gorgeous cat, and his eyes match his hair colour which is really lovely. I didn't realise you built the cat house, i thought you bought it. Good job on building that. It looks fantastic.

[@lisat776]

I watch these all out of order but I have to tell you at least two things. Your patience with ‘hey buddy’ in the early days and now Cinnabon is incredible. And you have a furry friend forever. You two are meant to be together. 😊🥰 AND, you are a super photographer!

[@LexCinnabon]

Thanks, I post out of order too usually.

[@Soft_kitty57]

He's beautiful! I'm so glad you have each other!

[@sugarbear8567]

Look have far Cinnabon has come! From rags to luxury!!

[@isabellabuchanan3446]

From tatty fur to fluffy britches!

[@HollyBeth]

What a wonderful transformation into a happy kitty. Love that kitty❤🐈🐱😻❤

[@elizabethhart2434]

No more Skinny cinny

[@celinne700]

Spay neuter and love the ferals please everyone. Special salute to the humans who care for the ferals. You are earth angels.

[@missfloflowers]

Nice pictures from before. Thank you for nice visit. Those stairs are perfect for cat play. He's such a sweet loving little fella.

[@andreamurphy1126]

You are such a great person to 1. Know that a Cat needs Patience. 2. You are Educated in Cat things and Ways. 3. You Care Enough to Help a defenseless Animal. I know because I have rescued 2 Kittens. One has been neutered now and received vaccines, vet care, dewormed, defleaed... The other I'm trying to trap to bring for the TNR. It's slow going as my cat tends to scare the kitten out of the yard. But at least they are getting good food, water, shelter , and both are getting used to me. Love the Cinnabon.. Maybe you can try to help the Black Cat somehow ? If anyone reads this and is in San Diego, and want to adopt a black white male kitten, about 11 weeks old now. Needs to be in and out doors . They both love the outdoors . !

[@jayting2457]

When LEX TALKS CINNABON, HE'S ANSWER IT, THAT SO CUTE!!

[@ksam545]

I love Cinnabon's "meows", Lex! He sounds so cute & he knows when to respond to the things you say.

[@bunnyschneider9714]

That precious picture of Cinnabon peeking thought the steps

[@denisegraves7953]

Love the pictures of Cinnabon. Especially the one of him peeking out from under the steps. Lex, you and Cinnabon were meant to be together. 🤗

[@mariakutsu5946]

Oh happy feral cat day! For our cat Hiro, we suspected that his previous owner was pur Japanese neighbor who died. My dad was the first one to feed him. Then me and then my mom let him in! It was weird because my mom didnt like cats. Today, Hiro still goes outside but we love him very dearly since he comes back to eat and sleep. Soon he will have a new baby brother from my mom's friend! Not a feral cat but I hope the cats can get along.

[@sandeedriver1941]

Thank you lex for making cinnabon your friend! I know cinnabon shows you how much he appreciates your love in his own ways!

[@karennguyen4115]

Sandee Jaime by bring mice to help improve lex’s diet lols.

[@elizabethhart2434]

Every time u said cinnabon wasn't a feral he said YEA he wanted to me that clear 😹😹😻😻💙💙

[@river8760]

Aw Lex, that cat house is so adorable.

[@marylamanna3325]

Somehow orange cats don’t need fur buddies. They seem to be very happily/content with their human buddies. He’s very well taken care of now so I believe all he needs now is his LEX. HAVE A GOOD SAFE DAY you two. Love from Toronto!

[@l21n18]

He seems very happy with his human companion.

[@raymondkisner9240]

I feeding one ferel cat l call Sir Grayson . I have others I found homes for. He now eats treats out of my hands

[@sandywilhelm5492]

You two are so lucky to have each other. Great job guys.

[@sethfroman7044]

Ohh wow... Cinnabon was skinny!! You’ve fattened him right up!! It takes lots of patients and love to earn that trust. I’ve done it countless times. I have 5 rescued cats and 4 came from outside. Currently have 5 caged kittens in my spare room for 8 days now, and are still skittish, but getting better.

[@happydayz7857]

Cinnabon’s mama would feel so happy to know that you take such good care of her baby!

[@AQstories]

This is a 5-star video -- a lovely and loving portrait of a perhaps feral, perhaps abandoned, cat who found a truly excellent companion.

[@ryanfowlow8034]

I love my feral kittie, got her from the humane society 4 years ago.

[@Lokey21]

He is such a happy boy. Love you Cinnabon ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@dawnbyrnes960]

Thank you Lex. Your love and patience and kindness with Cinnabon was wonderful and so worth it. I'm so happy you're in each other's lives!💙💙💙❤❤

[@cl-ev2sg]

I still remember the vid when your brother asked if you were still thinking of getting a dog and you responded ‘No, I have Cinnabon’ You have the best of both worlds in Cinnabon. He is a fierce feline who has canine tendencies! However, his fierce feline tendencies and skills are impressive! I am a dog lover who is enjoying life with a feline!

[@freedomcat]

comparing the older pictures of Cinnabon to now, you can see in his eyes that he is much happier now.

[@lisaklassen8347]

Aw! I got my friendly feral here tonight! He's a short haired black cat named Beans. 🖤🐈❤️

[@markmaz56]

His initial behavior was very feral. I've had many feral cats that ended up being house cats. I even had one that the vet refused to believe was feral because he was so darn affectionate. Remember, that even ferals are still domesticated cats.

[@sallychamness2159]

I'm so glad he and you clicked. Thank you Lex for taking him in. He's sweet and adorable. Feral cat day Cinnabon ❤🐈

[@Derpyderpderper]

Nice to see he's still going in happy and strong

[@epizaman6731]

You are such a kind person for feeding and making a home for a stray cat !!!

[@tamivujovic6227]

Great play on the steps!! Perfect toy for him! You definitely have read his signs and needs very well! Cats need more people like YOU!! 🐈🧡

[@angelamwatts]

Cinnabon is a lover like my boy, Gennarino. He purrs and cuddles with mommy. I love the cats.

[@tamarak9393]

We took in a feral cat last Christmas. It took me months for her to come up to me. When she first came up to me she was purring. It was very cold and we brought her in. We took her to the vet and she was in the TNR program and we found out she had been spayed. She’s 8 years old. They said she was more than likely feral. Now she is the most loving girl. I think she knows she’s been saved and she’s very grateful. We are so happy we took her in. She is a long haired Torti named Josie.

[@lucyknox7166]

I had a Calico (true feral), they are abundant in my neighborhood. I started giving her treats, and than food and so a friendship began. She pretty much lived on my patio. I noticed one day that she was really gaining weight and wondered if she was pregnant. I didn't see her for a few weeks until she showed up with 3 kittens in tow. One black, one white and one that looks identical to Cinnabon. So, now I was feeding a family. Watching them interact I noticed the yellow kitten was the most dominant while eating, and thought he's going to take over, and that he did. My patio belongs to Peanut now. I also have a chiweenie and they are best buds.

[@tizel1]

He found a blessing and a great life with you :) Hope everyone has a great day

[@MarcGoudreau]

Feral cats can be a real adventure when trying to negotiate peace with them but, with persistence, they usually come around, at least that was the case with Picklehead, a feral cat I adopted when sojourning on Vancouver Island during completion of an M.A. Degree. On a diet of Hot Dogs and craft dinner, I won Pickleheads' approval... but his affection would have to wait until I featured him in a video assignment for my degree program... which made him quite a celebrity in my graduation cohort. It looks like Cinnabon is bringing you as much joy and inspiration as Picklehead did for me :)

[@bellsauf]

One of the best videos yet. This ginger kitty is irresistible. Thank you for taking such good care of him.

[@bryan006981]

Seeing Cinnabon so skinny honestly made me sad but man things happen for a reason. From feeding a stray cat to giving him a great home to now sharing your guys friendship to the world. 👍

[@essielovescinnabon9588]

I would watch the Hallmark movie!

[@TheLollipop337]

Me too! 🧡

[@karenmonroe1874]

Lex, you and Cinnabon are lucky to have each other. 😻

[@pals8284]

You sure are one awesome dude!! With so many backwards people today it is so reassuring to see a good man such as yourself. My wife and I are dog lovers first but, after watching your videos, we are becoming cat lovers too. Thanks for being such a huge hearted man. From Gord & Leona from Toronto, Ontario, Canada

[@blobbyblob2573]

What a beautiful cat and a beautiful owner. Love the relationship ❤️

[@LexCinnabon]

Thank you!

[@sarangan1995]

You and cinnabon genuinely warm my heart. Love watching these vids ♥️

[@rozhood4974]

Beautiful cat! Thank you! My Nyxie was an abandoned cat who rescued me about 10 years ago. It was one of the best things that's ever happened to me. 😍

[@MUSICLVR70]

I almost teared up!! I don't know why. I just love your interactions with Cinnabon. You're a good man with a kind heart. And you have a great instinct to know what to do gain the trust of a cat. Most cats just need to do things on their terms and that includes giving their trust. Thank you for being a good human pet for Cinnabon. Here's wishing you a super belated Feral Cat Day and an early Merry Christmas. Give Cinnabon an extra scratch behind the ear for me.

[@pshamlet8005]

He pretty much lives the same life that my cat does. In when he wants, out when he wants, carried around if he wants, saved from other cats, dry & wet cat food, treats. We also have 3 strays outside, but our Maine Coon cat Billy is the king of all the neighborhood cats. 😻