Internet Obsessed With Man's Super Affectionate Cat: 'Very Demeow'

A cuddly cat helping his dad with the dishes has captured the hearts of the internet.

Ash, a 3-year-old Nebelung cat, couldn't resist getting his paws wet as his owner, Trevor Barrett (@theintrusivecat), 26, from Cincinnati, Ohio, shared an adorable video of him "assisting" with the household chore.

The footage, which has garnered 8.6 million likes and 41 million views, shows Ash's playful interruption.

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"Well, he's an intrusive cat, so I wouldn't call it helping," Barrett told Newsweek. "He was more stopping me from doing [the dishes] and demanding attention."

In the video, the gray, fluffy cat perches on the countertop as Barrett scrubs the dishes, affectionately rubbing himself against his owner's arm.

Barrett, clearly smitten with his feline friend, plants a kiss on Ash's head. But for the cat, it's not enough—he continually tilts his head and leans in, craving more attention from his dad.

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"Ok, you can do dishes now," reads the overlaid text halfway through the footage, as Ash turns and walks away. Barrett adds: "Sike, I lied," as the cat promptly returns for more cuddles and kisses.

"He's an 'Ash-hole' to his brother, our dog Ace. He can be an ash-hole to my girlfriend (his mommy) as well.

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"He swipes at her feet as she walks by, tries to steal her food, but he NEVER does any of that with me," Barrett shared.

Ash reserves his most affectionate behavior for his dad. "He constantly lays on my chest. When I brush my teeth, he's always trying to get in the sink.

"When I use the bathroom, he wants to sit in my lap. When I come home from work, he's right there waiting for me to walk to him and interact. He's a very lovable and cuddly cat!" Barrett said.

Nebelung cats, like Ash, are known for their long, silky fur and graceful, slender bodies, according to The Spruce Pets.

This breed is often compared to the Russian blue, but Nebelungs have a more plush, medium-length coat.

They are renowned for their gentle and reserved nature, often forming deep bonds with their owners.

Though they might appear shy at first, Nebelungs are incredibly loyal and affectionate once they feel secure.

Their intelligence and curiosity make them engaging companions, often following their favorite humans from room to room, much like Ash does with Barrett.

Cats have various ways of showing affection, and Ash demonstrates several in the video.

When a cat rubs against you, it's marking you with its scent, essentially claiming you as part of its territory.

This is a sign of trust and affection. Head-butting, or "bunting," is another common way cats show love.

By pushing their head against you, they're seeking attention and expressing their fondness.

Purring, kneading, and following you around are also signs that a cat is fond of you.

The internet was quick to fall in love with Ash's affectionate nature.

"Very attentive. Very mindful. Very demeow," commented one viewer.

"Nebelung cats are the sweetest and most affectionate kitties I've ever met," said another, Lillian.

"Having an affectionate cat is honestly the luckiest anyone can get," noted Houda.

"You can literally see the love hearts in his eyes," another viewer gushed.

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