Every cat is different and unique in its own way. But some cats are simply, and at the same time, unexplainably, more peculiar than others.
Take this black feline, for example. Jeanine, a proud pet parent, shares an extraordinary tale about her one-of-a-kind cat named Leapfrog.
The first thing that caught my attention was the cat’s name, but wait, it gets even better. Keep reading to find out what makes Leapfrog so odd and special.
Leapfrog’s Unusual Beginnings
Jeanine adopted Leapfrog from a litter of foster kittens. However, it didn’t take long for her to realize that Leapfrog was completely different from any other cat she had ever had.
Leapfrog constantly jumped around, entertaining herself and everyone else in the most delightful ways. Jeanine joked in an interview:
“It was as if she’d been raised by goats.”
But what truly sets Leapfrog apart is something even more peculiar. Ever since kittenhood, she has refused to step on the kitchen floor, preferring to leap over it instead. Strange, right? Jeanine said:
“She’s so proud of herself after she’s done a leap that she flops and rolls for belly rubs.”
The Leaping Phenomenon
Jeanine and her family never discovered why Leapfrog avoids the kitchen floor, but they quickly turned it into a fun spectacle.
Jeanine began leaving various items in that specific spot, and Leapfrog eagerly turned it into her leaping stage. Jeanine recalled:
“For years, I always sat at my computer, and out of the corner of my eye, I would see her come from the steps and leap over that spot directly into the dining room. Often, we would have things laying there on the floor, so she started leaping over the things that were there. But even if there’s nothing there, she leaps in that spot.”
As Leapfrog’s talent became apparent, the family decided to take their creativity to a whole new level.
They placed different objects, people, and even their dog in the spot to see how Leapfrog would react. Without fail, she leaped over everything.
Leapfrog’s Viral Fame
Jeanine began filming Leapfrog’s leaps over a variety of objects and holiday-themed setups. The videos brought Leapfrog a wave of online fame. Jeanine shared:
“She’s done Harvest season, she has done 4th of July, St. Patrick’s Day. She’s done many Christmas leaps. She’s done many Easter leaps and a lot of Halloween leaps too.”
While Leapfrog thrives on her daily jumping challenges, the other pets in the household observe her with a mix of confusion and curiosity.
Daffodil, the family’s other black cat, is Leapfrog’s opposite. She often sits quietly in the room, watching what crazy thing her sister will do next.
Leapfrog’s Unique Personality
Jeanine believes that Leapfrog was simply born to stand out. Even as a kitten, she displayed a distinct personality.
Leapfrog is somewhat of a loner who prefers her own company. She rarely interacts with Daffodil or the family dog and doesn’t enjoy being picked up.
Though the mystery of why Leapfrog avoids stepping on the kitchen floor may never be solved, one thing is certain – her family will never have a dull moment with her around.
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