Things Nobody Will Tell You About Having an African Serval

[@RedBud315]

That is a serious commitment to not have weekends away or vacations for 20-30 years. I'll just watch vicariously through KZbinrs thanks as they are beautiful creatures.

[@mirailieva8849]

Very cute, but should be in the wild. This is not the best for them.

[@ivantan5690]

Yup... just get a normal cat or a bengal if you're into that "style"

[@marmalade8915]

Sounds great, no one can drag you anywhere against your will

[@bluecollarbuilds]

Or you can take them with you

[@pmc609]

@@mirailieva8849 LOL, she's a rescue and wouldn't make it in the wild. Research before you judge.

[@ravosavo]

So, basically a picky, anti-social family member with sharp claws and teeth. Already have one of those. But thanks for the vicarious sharing of your amazing kitty! You're wonderful Serval parents.

[@yaelz6043]

Don't be silly, anti social family members don't want you around anymore than they want guests.

[@maraudamemes]

Other people: sharp nails and teeth You: sharp claws and teeth Me: sharp claws and fangs

[@femitheserval17]

Hmmmmm... I think she just healthy boundaries and demands care and respect... as should all of life

[@beingofinconceivablehorror1854]

Think more like a mastiff. They are very protective and don't do good with strangers. But they are great protection, very loving , playful and bond strongly. Servals are beautiful creatures and to have one as a pet is a blessing.

[@udirt]

She looks the opposite of anti-social with whom she likes though.

[@nerdyoldwoman9651]

It is nice to see You Tubers with an exotic animal that is obviously happy, well cared for, and loved. Chloe is a very lucky girl and y'all are blessed she chose you for her humans. Love the videos.

[@RothBeyondTheGrave]

She'd be a lot more blessed in her NATURAL HABIT being a part of the ecosystem God created her to be a part of. But what would you know about that? Would you say the same if Chinese started stealing bald eagles from the US & made pets & play things out of them? OF COURSE NOT.

[@minkywalters501]

That serval had no choice

[@susannadvortsin]

20-30 years playing with a wild cat. No vacations. You have to be a special person to want to only do that.

[@kaiserjohnny4098]

What do you mean special cause I fit the job description perfectly since I'm also a mostly anti social person

[@syon600]

​@@kaiserjohnny4098you also need a lot of money

[@superdragon1101]

They live for 20-30 years?!

[@beingofinconceivablehorror1854]

​@@superdragon1101yes

[@harerutoast]

20-30 years! That’s awesome! I hope my cats live forever 😢

[@hubertvancalenbergh9022]

Splendid animal, but imho a trifle too wild to keep indoors as a pet.

[@cjsociwll_3387]

exactly, same with pumbas, but i’d rather get one of these then a pumba

[@lauredavid9320]

Totally .. it's all wrong .. feel sorry for them

[@thomashoden8553]

​@@cjsociwll_3387Pumba is the name you mean Caracals and they both are African wildcats!

[@PhilAndersonOutside]

@@thomashoden8553 My understanding is Caracals are even more apt to be wild. Prone to scratching up furniture, your bed, the clothes in your closet, climbing on whatever they want, males will spray even after neutered, and they like open space to roam. So you better have a large, re-enforced, enclosed back yard. Full time job for an expert animal handler.

[@thomashoden8553]

@@PhilAndersonOutside The owner apparently has all that covered!

[@frustratedsquirrel]

like may semi-domesticated exotic pets, it's a cat for rich loners and/or couples who've already settled down for the long term.

[@Rctdcttecededtef]

Actually I know several families with kids who have them as pets and they manage very well. These cats are great pets!

[@femitheserval17]

Hmmmm.... really????

[@kathysowers]

@@Rctdcttecededtef the video point about them only bonding to 1 or 2 people - what happens if a baby comes along, or in the case of your comment, "families with kidS" - did their cats arrive to an already-complete family, or do they actually adjust to each child as they are born into the family?

[@thaismatsumoto]

@kathysowers ...well, i would assume since it's their child and they plan on keeping their child around until they are an adult ,that the cat would eventually also bond with the child. It's says it can take years for the cat to bond, but raising a child take years too. And obviously because it's their child and their cat , they should be committed to making it work. Y

[@redemissarium]

according to USSR research most animal will be true domesticated animal after 8 generation (those are what produce now commercially available russian foxes)

[@TerryChachere]

I think it's beautiful, and I could feel the love between the kitty and it's humans oooozing from my screen. Lovely to see such a happy cat family

[@dude...are-you-sure]

thanks for sharing the knowledge. this isnt an animal for just anyone looking for a pet. serious commitment is needed for the rest of iys life. i will live vicariously thru owners like you guys and stick to my tabby

[@RichardPhillips1066]

Exotic pets are ALWAYS more difficult, and expensive...unless folks are prepared for hard work and difficulties, get a normal pet

[@beingofinconceivablehorror1854]

You're better off getting a savannah. The further generation it is the easier. F3 or F4 savannah is much easier to care for than a pure serval. Having a pure African serval is crazy. Can't even imagine it but it seems like a dream. I'd prefer an F2 savannah myself.

[@evonne315]

I suppose the difficulties are also what make it special for these loving pet owners ❤

[@flacadiabla3193]

Servals are actually less expensive than savannahs, which is the hybrid of the serval. An F1 savannah can run up to 35k, and a serval 5k. Like anything that looks beautiful, some people who should never own such an active and needy cat do, and inevitably, the feline suffers the ultimate price.

[@evonne315]

Such a gorgeous animal!! So beautiful to see how well its cared for and loved!! ❤

[@tonydeandrade9523]

I have been fortunate enough to see a Serval in the wild, such a gorgeous creature. If it wasn't for videos like this, nobody would get to see them at all, they are so elusive. As a domestic cat slave I really enjoy seeng these exotic beauties. Keep her safe and healthy.

[@waltergabriel3694]

Always enjoy your videos, I'm a cat lover, always thought those were neat animals, but realize the responsibility of owning one. I seems you hear of people getting exotic cat's and it doesn't end well, you two are very dedicated. Thanks for uploading this video.

[@Zowiezo101]

I've had a savannah cat and the bond I had with that cat was so special to me and everyone around us. I know it's not the same as a serval, but I recognize a lot in this video. It also was a lot of work though, but I'm grateful for the time we had ♥️

[@thedicktator40]

I have a Savannah cat, and had 2 bengal before …. I also have 3 regular cat but there is something special with my savannahs

[@matgaming79]

I have 2 sav including a F5 and they both correspond a lot to all those characteristics. My F3 is a bit more wild, he got a bit traumatized at some point before adoption I believe. He is awesome and so very special, though. But just as wild as I would have expected from a F1😂

[@uryer2359]

I have an F3 savannah I got when she was a kitten. She is laying in between my legs right now. Very affectionate cat and yes I'm constantly getting her toys, wonderful cats!!

[@matgaming79]

@@uryer2359 my F5 girl is the one always laying on me and purring, my F3 boy is more skittish, nervous type but he’s a ton of fun and he requires my attention by some other means 😂 (by jumping on me to play or throwing all my stuff on the floor😅) Both little furballs of love 😻

[@chloetheserval]

The bond is the best ❤️ you wouldn’t know it until it’s you in the situation. I appreciate all the time I get with Chloe 🥹

[@glendaschwartz5403]

I would love to have a serval, i think they are amazing animals. They are legal in my state, but at my age (67), i am afraid one day i would be unable to care for it. So for now, i am loving my F1 savannah.

[@aedsell]

It may also outlive you.

[@Pauley_in_GP]

What a gorgeous kitty. Your commitment to having one seems to be paying off.

[@carol_english]

This is a great video letting people know what is really involved in keeping a semi-wild cat. Mind you, so much of the information applies to regular house cats, many of whom are far more intelligent and aware than people realize. The cat human bond can be an amazingly wonderful experience.

[@bethcause5526]

Chloe is a sweet baby serval cat, even if she's expensive to take care of and she hisses❤👏💯⚓🐾🐈😼

[@VestedUTuber]

Like I've said elsewhere, Servals are THE purrr-fect cats... ...if you can meet their needs. I would love to have a pet serval but I know I wouldn't be able to take care of them properly, so I won't get one. I'll have to settle for a regular cat.

[@scottw6704]

Thank you so much for this. A friend of a friend wanted us to take their serval - we are settled but we do take long vacations and I would not want to upset the cat. Glad I watched this video.

[@StonyRC]

I am clearly not Serval-Dad material. You guys, on the other hand, are AWESOME!!!!

[@BlueBamboo62]

Thank you for sharing this beautiful fur baby with us. One observation: perhaps raising her food dish as she has long legs. A higher dish may be more comfortable.

[@syon600]

She lies down to eat.

[@anthonygambitta6220]

Yes, legal. Here in the USA, you will need to apply for USDA permit and a Class 2 permit, and a FISH and Wildlife Permit. Too much red tape, and you will probably be denied due to lack of appropriate enclosure, experience docs, exhibit plan, etc.

[@prickly_procyonids]

This is not true. Exotic pet laws vary on a state by state basis. In North Carolina for example you don’t need any special permits to own a serval while in Florida you need a permit. Not every state is the same.

[@Jason-mp6yj]

I am in Texas, if I want a big expensive cat I will just go with a tiger

[@a64738]

@@Jason-mp6yj This is tiger light, smaller less expensive as it eat a lot less.

[@eviv8010]

@@a64738 but still doesnt mean it wont eat you)

[@michaelpendleton2158]

Was just about to say, no permit needed in NC where I live

[@CRN-68]

Ce mini-reportage est extrêmement bien construit et très instructif, les messages donnés sont très clairs et faciles à comprendre. Un serval peut sembler très tentant comme animal de compagnie, mais vous montrez combien il est porteur de nombreuses contraintes, et donc qu'il ne faut pas s'y engager à la légère ! 👍👍👍👍👍

[@marktheshark7006]

Funny this just popped up. I was just having dinner with my son tonight, and he is an ER Doc at a trauma center. Last night he had a woman come in who was partially scalped by her Serval! It was a bit of work to put her back together evidently!

[@tmmeow88]

U love and care so much.Glad you're so honest about what it takes. Please do more of these to keep those away that think they are toy and are not in it was life. The cat's life that is ❤ happy Thanksgiving

[@Gity444]

No human can guarantee that commitment!

[@chloetheserval]

We sure can 🤍

[@LisaT57]

​@@chloetheservalPeople die. I'm just realistic. What if you are in an accident and both end up in the hospital for days, weeks....or worse. I have been active in animal rescue (dogs, but still...) long enough to know nothing is guaranteed forever. Well-loved animals end up in shelters every day because of a catastrophe their humans endure. I admire you, don't get me wrong. She is beautiful, obviously loved, obviously bonded to her people. I have no doubt you intend to be around to care for her her whole life. But to guarantee that is impossible.

[@cozmiknik8699]

You two are so good to her.

[@whalecove1283]

Having Chloe through you is enough.

[@chuzzthefuzz1908]

Maybe these are all good reasons for letting servals run wild instead of indulging our desire to have cool exotic pets.

[@prickly_procyonids]

Why did you get a dog or cat? I bet there’s not a grand reason behind it and you just got it because you like dogs or cats. There is nothing wrong with wanting to own an animal and you shouldn’t have to justify it with any reason beyond “I wanted it”. Exotic animals are no different.

[@shawnsanborn2057]

Your logic is .. buffoonery

[@chrishepburn1503]

​@prickly_procyonids Actually there is a massive difference between owning a dog or cat and owning a serval. Servals are WILD and NOT domesticated. They deserve to be out in the wild able to use there natural instincts. They are NOT a house pet. There is ABSOLUTELY something wrong with wanting to own a wild animal that is not domesticated just for your own pleasure.

[@kaylaread8048]

These are wild animals. They are very difficult. It’s not the same as a domestic cat or a dog. Humans have domesticate these animals thousands and thousands of years. Because these are animals you CAN domesticate … It's the same with farm animals. Not every animal can be domesticated equally well. You can domesticate Pigs, cattle, chickens, goats, sheeps on the other hand, you cannot domesticate zebras. Otherwise our ancestors would have done this. They weren't stupid. Our ancestors figured this out a long time ago. It depends on the species. I am absolutely not a fan. They are wild animals and therefore difficult to control. But now we have IG, KZbin and there you go - that's what it is. To be honest, these wild species shouldn’t not live in a living room. They need only nature. No humans. We do this because we are egoists. But that's just how we are. I love animals. And that's, why I haven’t one at all. ;)

[@Cat-no8ts]

Absolutely! Servils are NOT the same as owning domesticated cats/dogs! The needs of these beautiful cats are proof that they need to be free in the wild where they can find the freedoms they need to survive. Not to mention, forcing domesticated human living on these animals is unfair and unnatural for these beautiful cats.

[@Poor_righteous_teacher7]

A happy couple with a happy big cat I’m happy that they are all happy. Plain and simple

[@vasilii6417]

All that aside, they are an incredibly beautiful and intelligent animal

[@markmcwilliams2461]

Good video about what it really takes to responsibly adopt a wild cat, though a wonderfully beautiful and sweet denmate:)

[@philipwimer773]

Very good info, very very VERY GOOD INFO!, I hope I got it all in my head!

[@hoatzen7887]

my favorite part is how the serval loves the dude more.

[@femitheserval17]

BLESS CHLOE AND THE PEOPLE WHO LOVE HER!!!!!❤❤❤❤.. AS SHE LOVES THEM AS MUCH AS THEY LOVE HER... !!!thats true in all relationships, human or animal...LOVE PEACE KINDNESS HAPPINESS JOY COMPASSION HARMONY HEALTH SAFETY TO ALL ... Remember words are like a double edged sword.. ❤ Chloe and her loving family...

[@MartinBarlow-n2p]

You are more devoted than I would be. A really good advert for a Savannah.

[@JNoMooreNumbers]

I've seen Servals for sale and seemed like they craved attention from anyone. Breeding practices probably made the difference. I'd go in once a week to visit them. Cats have such different personalities no matter the size. They take on their parents personality and quirks. I wouldn't breed any type of animal if they didn't have good personalities and health. Some do for money not love of the breed.

[@Tara........]

This animal was lucky to get a good home. So many people buy a breed of cat that's half wild and then scratch their heads wondering why it doesn't behave like an ordinary house cat.

[@michaelarrowood4315]

Wow, that is a lot of commitment! It looks like having a serval basically means = no breaks or vacations, no friends coming to visit, no entertaining at home, definitely no children, no other pets, lots of bills, huge time commitment, liability if your serval gets out and attacks someone or their pet, no traveling, even with your pet. I don't believe they even mentioned the jumping, which I've heard is incredible. No thank you! I value the rest of my life too much... I'll stick to ordinary domestic cats!

[@kaylaread8048]

Good choice. Instead, watch a beautiful documentary where you see these animals in the wild. :)

[@juliegoldman411]

Right...and ppl can find domestic cats with Serval coloration and markings too!!

[@ptownfreddy]

Yes. Ten foot jumps. There is an intermediate option by way of diluted “Savannahs,” but they too shock owners who FAFO that Fluffy has a lot more of her wild uncle in her than Mommy or Daddy!

[@RegularHuman]

very important information, thank you for sharing.

[@WhiteNorthStar1]

This is a super and useful guide. Thank you so much :)

[@a64738]

Having a cat like this is a HUGE commitment, your entire life will have to be tailored to the cats needs or the cat will suffer ...

[@Rctdcttecededtef]

Tbh it's just a fashion accessory to me 😂

[@keness4768]

I’m good…. I like my throat right where it is, thanks.

[@silvercat7328]

Someone in this video was likely involved in having this Serval declawed. Unforgivable!

[@TomRauhe]

Yeah these are definitely things no one ever told me about African Servals.

[@douglaspinsak1246]

“They communicate differently”=that cat doesn’t like her very much.

[@chloetheserval]

😂😂

[@ptownfreddy]

I second remarks (including the owners’) about the challenge of commitment. We have a standard tabby adopted as feral at 11 weeks, and at age 6 she is a handful! After the first two years of nonstop kitten fun, she has gradually become irascible. I’m not sure what, if anything we’re doing wrong.

[@AnnaMarieM418]

I'm picking up my HPf1 Savannah Saturday....cant wait!!!

[@chloetheserval]

Hope it’s going well!

[@claudiabTV]

Amazing. Only for the special few who care to take care of them as well as Chloe. Adorable video!!!! Think I'll stick to my fav Bengal domestic cats, super smart fun playful - and way less of a handful Inc can leave them with besties when I go on holidays!!! Xxx

[@Sunshinexoxo4795]

Well,that's interesting

[@thaismatsumoto]

Yeah,but even they aren't quite the same as a domestic cat. There is still a higher level of commitment. My son and his wife have two.People need to realize that mostly domesticated cats like Bengals need more attention. They need more stimulation and playtime. And they love to climb.My sons are also pretty vocal.

[@ingabohlmann7069]

It‘s the same for our Savannah cat, ordering whole prey became a little bit of a hassle. Chloe is adorable ❤

[@richardwadd9769]

The cat was hissing at her and she put her face in its face, instantly eradicating the accumulated wisdom of countless millennia of human evolution.

[@Sunshinexoxo4795]

It's about space, sometimes they dont like people too close to them

[@taraelizabethdensley9475]

Chloe is so beautiful and majestic ❤

[@chloetheserval]

Thank you ❤️❤️

[@simohamedbenmiloud8425]

It's true that it's an extra-ordinary animal, but its place is in the African savannah and not in your home.

[@matthewhibbard9807]

This is the definition of a cat lady. She revolves her whole life around her serval. Will even stay in an unhappy marriage so as not to upset the cat. No vacations or visitors either. Wow.

[@iDontUploadiJustSub]

Crazy cat lady

[@chloetheserval]

😂 Matt actually had Chloe first! But I see you just assume the woman is crazy.

[@chloetheserval]

@@shish_taouk No, if you haven’t noticed this is an account based off MY views of Chloe, not Matt’s. So of course you’re going to see our interactions differently than their interactions. And…she is a cat 🤍

[@TheNeverposts]

that hiss is so badass

[@shayneoneill1506]

Every time I put videos with chloe on my little guy (7yo australian shorthair) just watches her transfixed on the screen like he's got lovehearts in his eyes. "Woah, whos that big mama!"

[@johnrickard8512]

Chloe does not seem at all bothered by her living arrangements

[@chloetheserval]

She is the best 🥹

[@blusquirrel]

Let wild animals stay wild. Honestly I’ve never seen such an overweight serval. At least she’s living well 😂❤

[@chloetheserval]

She’s not overweight 😊

[@DarthVader-xr6hm]

You belong in the wild, honestly I've never seen such an overweight person

[@claudiabTV]

Seriously, she's a supermodel!!!! ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

[@catdoctrigeek1464]

These cats would be victims of the current mass extinction (from habitat loss) if they weren’t kept as pets.

[@redemissarium]

@@catdoctrigeek1464 yeah when people says 'animal must not be in the zoo/keep in someone house' etc never cross their mind that in nature they probably beed died as baby or at very young age. People think natural habitat is all kind all nice nurturer 😅

[@MR-rj2qw]

I would not want one but I wish our common cats could live 20 to 30 years as well. I know, I know, some do, but I had to say goodbye way too early to my cats at 3, 7 and 13 years old.

[@enricotoesca3941]

I am so happy for this video . Very thanks 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@michaelbuettner99]

beautiful cat💖

[@MatMat-qi2rd]

I personally still believe these creatures should not be seen as domestic pets and buying / selling should be considered illegal. But this is merely my personal point of view 👌

[@DarthVader-xr6hm]

I think you should become legal to buy and sell, but you'd fetch no price so it doesn't matter

[@JDReC100]

It's understandable. I absolutely get where your coming from.....but even though this animal wouldn't for me I like the fact that the owned ones can bring joy to thier owners and vice versa.

[@Xein17]

The point of something being illegal is because of a fact, it is a fact that animals born in captivity will not survive in the wild, it is a fact that they are not as wild as an animal born in the wild.

[@KittyBoom360]

Are all Servals really so alike behaviorally? I have six domestic cats around my house that are all so different to where I could never make a list like this that would encompass all of them.

[@FirstLastWinLose]

Beautiful kitty, and very informative video. That said, Shannon steals every scene she's in.

[@chloetheserval]

❤️

[@itchiee]

We had a sweet Bengal girl that use to destroy her toys after awhile i'm sure this is the case here. And if this cat got pissed at you you'd have quite a fight on your hands. Our cat was maybe 1/3 this size and she was a handful at times.

[@kh3612]

Gorgeous cat!🐈‍⬛😘🥰💖☮️

[@thespectator2976]

Well, i will never get a cat like this due to the restrictions, but i do have 2 black panthers (house cats) and they are so similar in the end :) Cats ftw :)

[@ItzzAx.ROBLOX]

A good alternative is an F3-F7 Savannah. F1 and F2s excluded because from what I've researched I'm pretty sure they're way too similar to the serval Whilst F3 and F4 still need quite a bit of attention - compared to F5s and later - You can go on holidays, etc. For F3s and F4s you'll need a good home though, as they can jump up to 9 feet and they grow into very big cats. If you don't have a garden I wouldn't recommend getting an F3 or F4, but you can easily train them to go on walks with a leash. F5s dont need a garden, in fact many of the owners of F5s told me not to let them out into the garden. You can still train F5 savannahs though. I'm getting an F5 Savannah soon myself.

[@mr61sprite]

I could never have a cat de clawed.

[@JesusIsKing50]

Where did they say that Chloe was de-clawed ?

[@Fish_FL.]

This has made me realise my lit’l red haired girl is part serval cat.

[@peggyh8937]

Thanks for the education!

[@jogordon1530]

Nobody should have one of these gorgeous animals! They are wild animals and that’s where they should stay !

[@prickly_procyonids]

Okay, then don’t get one.

[@a64738]

@@prickly_procyonids Whooosh that is the point flying over your head... The point is that it is a wild animal that is not fit to be a family pet kept in a house and ideally no one should keep it as a pet. I would love to have one as a pet myself but it is a wild animal that should be in the wild.

[@rsviews2167]

@@a64738 Ancient Egyptians were already treating wild animals as pets and things turned out just fine. I get your point though, but I guess it's OK as long as it doesn't become a trend, just a few experiences ; good for us, good for the animals also. It gives some of them a taste of outside wild life living, and shows us that wild life animals can broaden their field of experiences. But you know, is it worth all the trouble ? For most of us, probably no.

[@davidabrule1819]

As I understand Chloe was a rescued kitten that Matt saved.

[@HavensCorner]

Chloe has arthritis so she can’t go back to the wild. While I agree people shouldn’t have wild animals as pets, some are rescues and have conditions to the point where they can’t survive in their natural habitat and they need help from people.

[@clairepettie]

I went from "Oh! It's like raising a temperamental child." to "Oh! That's indentured servitude to Her Royal Highness."

[@Amun_The_Serval]

some stuff is a bit exaggerated. my vet does everything for the serval at the same price as for cats. food - house cats and servals evolved to eat same thing: rodents, birds and insects. So feeding serval and cats should be same, cheap cat food is no good for cats either, AND by the way same way for dogs. Some cane corso should also eat meat and something for fiber, and that's several times of what a serval can eat. Cat/dog food is processed grains/starch which is something neither felines nor canines supposed to eat (I will go further and say that humans shouldn't either, at least on daily basis). So you are supposed to spend on serval food about as much as on mid size dog. 30 years life span is probably like 100 years for a human - rare. food again - meat is not that super expensive, you can buy 50-100 LB at a time from a local butcher at a discounted price. Sam's Club has good prices on chicken too. Our serval eats just fine when we are away for a weekend. Activity, bonding, playing - that part is similar to having a dog. So essentially having a serval is more like having a dog in a feline body that lives twice longer

[@rofiori995]

Denial.

[@silverfox9004]

even if it's a little exaggerated, this video helps create a reality check to those unsuitable to own one who were thinking about getting one. the majority of humans wouldn't be good caretakers for a serval, but there's a few wonderful people like you who devote so much to bond with them. I especially love how many exotic pet caretakers record so many videos of them, giving everyone a chance to view the behavior of an incredible animal.

[@antonioreconquistador]

The food and medical issues arent really problems unless you dont have the money/coverage (or, no available vet for any reason.) There are a lot of animals that will look for their owners or food after a prolonged lack of care and supervision, which is why they should be housebroken with someone responsible in case of emergency/prolonged absence. I think the biggest problem with "exotic" pets is that they have heightened sexual and social pressure even if theyre neutered/spayed before puberty and raised around other animals of the same species as well as caring humans. They can definitely bond but they can become very distressed in a foreign environment and climate, with innate desires that may be as annoying to us as we are to them.

[@vanessavieux7283]

You are the best KZbin ever great work have a super day have a great day have a nice day have a awesome day have a cool day have a wonderful day chole the serval cat

[@algallagher8871]

Thank you Matt & Shannon an Chloe..living her best life ❤️

[@davidowen2859]

Surely her "best life" would be free not wearing a leash outside.

[@amandap6278]

What's sad is all these laws and restrictions to own a wild animal which isn't a bad thing. But idiots blindly bringing kids into the world and screwing them up isn't illegal.

[@Xein17]

"Dying for not knowing how to hunt" ​@@davidowen2859

[@80swerethebest]

To all the idiots-harp on the true cruelty to animals that should be in nature preserves or in the wild that are trapped in zoos, please. I've watched all the shorts and then happen upon this. She is beautiful. What is ugly are these people and their comments/opinions. The same "what about the children" people who don't give a damn about the children and take to the "airwaves" to condemn you for showcasing a gorgeous cat that has every "right" to be in captivity. Also, if I had the space, I have the personality, lifestyle and means to own such a cat. I love Chloe, Greg ❤

[@susanscottfarrell3713]

Well a cats a cat. I will not leave my wee guy for any reason. No holiday can make me feel as good as he does and his previous life was shit so this one is going to be perfect! A tiny taby and big cat are equal.... Evrty cat is equal. Sending you our love xx

[@pixie706]

Hint .....thoroughly wash and dry a discarded toy then hide it for a few weeks . it should fool the cat into thinking its new. Works well with ferrets who only play with a toy a few times before getting bored.

[@paulineallene2710]

They are very beautiful but !! no thank you 😳😳😳 i will stick with Moggie two streets away that spends day time with me night time at his own home , and i really am a dog lover 👀👀 yes go figure 😱😱😱😂 but please enjoy this very special gift you both have with your baby . Blessings 🙏😘😂👀

[@Larkinchance]

I hears that one of the few places that allows Servals is the Vatican

[@tbaymufon6448]

Im praying my new boy opens up with me soon and actually lets me pet him lol. We just got him last week. Hes 9 months old. So far it seems hes chosen me to be his... Person he tolerates at the moment lol.

[@Sunshinexoxo4795]

What kind of cat is he??😮

[@tbaymufon6448]

@@Sunshinexoxo4795 he's an African Serval!

[@thefeatheredfrontiersman8135]

Me and my fiance saw a wild bobcat while out hunting today. She had never seen one before but I have seen a few in my carrier. Uinta mountains in Utah. It was young and small still. As with all carnivore sightings it happened so fast that she couldn't even try to get a photo.

[@yaelz6043]

You keep wild Bobcats in your "carrier"?! That's poaching! 😂

[@philipwimer773]

Also is she still alive!?just wondering very nice kitty, sweet kitty, you really need to understand their body language their hissing the whole works to know what they want, they will know what they want, takes time to adjust their wants and needs!

[@SanDiegoSchmoyalty]

This is a great informative video. Hope Chloe is well. ❤❤ is the lady in the video a new partner? Chloe seems to be only tolerating her. We thank you both for showing the ups and the downs of adopting a serval into one’s home. ❤

[@youtube_UNAGEDRDKR]

Lovely 😍🌹 Serval Parents... ✅❤️🐆🐅😘

[@Halloween111]

Seems like, from the other vids I have also watched, they kind of have 3 moods. "I love you", "This is fun!", and "DIE!"

[@Miyahideko]

You seem very dedicated to the health and well being of chloe but i do fear that people who arent as invested in their animals will see these videos on youtube and think they can just half ass it which leads to dangerous situations and animal neglect. 💔 the more you can emphasize the reality of owning an exotic pet the better. Im torn because i will never own such a beautiful animal and love seeing you adore chloe!

[@chantaimartinez6647]

I don’t know why you guys (commenters) are so negative in these comments! Does Chloe look as if she’s not happy?? She’s well taken care of and happy, and probably being raised better than you’ve raised your children. If you don’t like what’s going on, go follow someone else!

[@jessicalee7119]

I'm glad this cat is taken care of ~ but in my heart, I wish it weren't domesticated.

[@srb99100]

We forgot to ask the Serval if she would prefer to be let free.

[@chloetheserval]

It’s very easy to tell based on behavior that she prefers to be in the home she’s lived in her whole life 🤍

[@tTheParakeet]

Trust me, NO one will ever break into anyone’s house with one of these around 😅

[@donsronce7298]

How do visits to the vet go? Such a beautiful person. Love video

[@chloetheserval]

Fine! She just gets sedated so they can work with her easier. But her vet is the best 🤍

[@dhalvid1906]

How would a serval accept a baby if you had one?

[@kevinthomsen77]

In small bites.

[@jodyj0]

Chloe is fortunate to be in such a wonderful home for the past 18 years & for as long as she lives♡♡♡

[@chloetheserval]

🤍🤍🤍

[@Jnnburk]

Thanks for explaining about sitters.

[@Mandy-gz1xl]

Thank you for trying to make an informative post. Respectfully, all these reasons and more are why servals should not be pets. They should be left in the wild. I’ve studied this a lot, and there are actual physical, mental, brain and other significant differences in hormones, etc that mean servals, wolves, and other wild cats/dogs cannot fully adapt to domestic life. And it’s unfair to try to make them. You seem like you’re trying to make a good home, and I truly commend you for that. But please don’t encourage anyone to ever get servals, even if they’re “ok” with these things you mentioned. We have to respect these animals needs first. ❤️

[@ElijahDecker]

1:45 "We're staying together for the serval."

[@tdpay9015]

If a couple has children, will the serval accept them?

[@chloetheserval]

I don’t know, but each serval is different with their own personalities just like other dogs and cats

[@Raj.Sakaria]

How old was Chloe when you got her? And how long did it take for her to “mature/bond” with you? You didn’t mention any house training tips.

[@chloetheserval]

7 weeks old! Didn’t take long at all, only a few minutes and she was purring up a storm. Chloe’s special, she does well in a home! Some servals don’t, but I don’t have any experience with that.

[@jenniferjohnson278]

@@chloetheservalawwwwh, 7 weeks old- wow, your commitment and dedication to her shows- she’s truly your baby!!! Glad to see she has loving humans to look after, love and care for her!!