Cat owners are well aware of the joy—and chaos—that comes with having a playful kitty. From racing across the living room to leaping onto countertops, cats often come up with their own creative ways to stay entertained. Recently, a video of a cat quickly turning a brand-new slide into her personal playground has captured the hearts of many online.
The video, shared on Instagram by the account @miss_ivycat, features a cat named Olive who is exploring her latest toy—a foldable Montessori slide purchased by her owner from Amazon. Olive’s curiosity is evident as she attempts to figure out how the slide works. Initially, she climbs up the wrong side, only to slip and slide back down. However, after a few tries, Olive gets the hang of it and begins to confidently slide down like a pro.
To make the experience even more fun, Olive’s owner removes a teaser toy to encourage her to interact with the slide freely. Olive soon embraces the slide, zooming around and treating it like her new favorite plaything. In response to a comment on the video, the owner shared that Olive’s playful energy reminded them of dog agility courses. “She zooms around so well it reminded me of those dog agility courses,” the owner explained. “It just naturally progressed to this.”
For Olive, the slide provides a fun way to burn off her energy, and judging by the video, she seems to be enjoying every moment. The heartwarming clip quickly gained attention from cat lovers on Instagram, many of whom were charmed by Olive’s antics. Some viewers found the setup amusing and said it inspired them to spoil their own pets. One commenter jokingly wrote, “Spend your entire paycheck on your cat. Just do it,” while another added, “That’s the cutest! Why not? Cats like to slide too.”
Others shared their own experiences of buying toys or furniture for their pets, only to be surprised by what actually ends up being a hit. Olive’s video has sparked widespread admiration, with many agreeing that slides could become a new essential in feline playtime.
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