Cats truly are mysterious little creatures, full of personality and sometimes hilarious mischief. One duo that’s capturing hearts online is Chris and his feline friend Bubba, whose favorite pastime is engaging in a playful back-and-forth game of trying to scare each other in their home. The catch? They sometimes end up frightening each other at the same time—leading to hilarious reactions caught on video.
In one of the now-viral clips posted on Chris’s TikTok, the suspense builds as Chris quietly rounds the corner, not realizing that Bubba is crouched in wait on the other side. At the very moment Chris appears, Bubba leaps forward to pounce—and both human and cat jump in surprise! Their simultaneous scare elicits laughter on both sides of the screen as they recover from the moment of shared shock.
This playful prank war isn’t a one-off interaction—it’s a regular feature of their relationship. Chris and Bubba have been playing this game of surprising each other for a while now, but there’s no question that Bubba is the reigning champion. The sly orange tabby waits quietly behind furniture or corners, biding his time until the perfect moment to strike. And when Chris spots him preparing to make his move, if the phone camera comes out, Bubba gives an unimpressed look—as if to say, “You’re ruining my element of surprise.”
So how did this clever cat enter Chris’s life in the first place? Bubba’s backstory adds even more charm to their bond. Before his adoption, he was a neighborhood cat, visiting different porches and neighbors in an apartment complex. Chris noticed the ginger feline, whom he initially named “Zero”, starting to look more and more underfed. Out of concern, he put out food, and the cat returned regularly—not just for the food, but also for play.
One day, after leaving a note in the shared laundry room, Chris discovered that the cat actually had a name already: “Bloom.” Despite his existing name and social nature, it became clear that the cat was more drawn to Chris than anyone else. Soon, Bloom made himself comfortable indoors with Chris, and it seemed as though the cat had chosen his forever human.
Not long after that, Bloom’s original owner contacted Chris and asked if he’d consider adopting the cat permanently—especially after Bloom experienced a health scare. Chris gladly agreed, feeling as though it was meant to be. While discovering that the cat responded more affectionately to the name “Bubba”, that’s what he now goes by full-time in the household.
Their shared humor and connection are evident in every clip. Their favorite game has become a daily ritual—Chris trying to outsmart Bubba from unexpected corners, and Bubba perfecting his sneak attacks to deliver a well-timed jump scare.
- Bubba is a laid-back cat with a surprisingly stealthy side.
- Despite the constant scare attempts, he’s almost unshakable—except for when Chris actually manages to sneak up on him.
- Chris lovingly documents their prank wars, and many agree that Bubba is winning.
The ginger tabby, resembling a creamy orange creamsicle with white markings, has found not only a home but also a best friend in Chris. Their daily antics serve as a reminder of the quirky and heartwarming connections we can share with our pets.
Watch their now-famous interaction
@chripotle its the simultaneous noise for me #c#catsc#catdad ♬ original sound – Chris
Whether it’s sneaky jump-scares or lazy cuddles, Bubba and Chris are a testament to the joy and laughter pets bring into our lives—one playful “gotcha” moment at a time.
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