Fluffy Ragdoll Kitten Gets The Cutest Zoomies Before Bed & Everyone Is Smitten
Ah, the "zoomies." Every cat owner is familiar with them, when your seemingly docile feline friend all of a sudden runs like a maniac through the house or enthusiastically chases invisible mice. Just take a look at this ragdoll cat named Lucy, who's 10 months old and still surprises her owner by getting the "kitten zoomies" at bedtime, according to this cute TikTok video.
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The beautiful long-haired gray and white ragdoll cat can't get enough playtime when in bed, swishing her fluffy tail and pouncing on unseen objects. Despite the original poster's reference to being surprised her older kitten still has surges of playfulness at night, many commenters pointed out that their much older cats still zoom around the house: "My ragdoll is 4 and a half and still does this 😂," notes one.
Indeed, the consensus in the comment section is that cats never stop zoomin' — even into old age. Still, it's always fun to watch a cute cat do cute things on TikTok!
An explanation of the 'zoomies'
In general, house cats are always doing funny and cute things throughout the day; it's just part of their nature and what makes them a joy to have around as pets. Then, there's the case of "the zoomies," when a cat unexpectedly takes off running, jumping, and frantically climbing on things seemingly out of nowhere. The clinical term for it is Frenetic Random Activity Periods (FRAPs), and dogs can get the zoomies, too.
These bursts of energy usually last for only a few minutes and are classified by abrupt, rapid, and random movements. While they aren't fully understood, the zoomies are known to often take place after a cat uses the litterbox, during the early morning or late at night, or after a long period of rest. These frantic bursts of liveliness are believed to release pent-up energy and playful excitement.
Beyond the clinical explanation, though, the zoomies are usually just part of the norm for cat owners, although it's no less surprising when your non-stop lounging cat suddenly jumps up and races through the house at top speed, bouncing off of walls as if they're a roadrunner!