These Cats Are Basically the Feline Versions of ‘Works Smarter' vs. ‘Works Harder'
Nothing is funnier than witnessing the dynamic between pet siblings. Often, yes, they're affectionate, but sometimes you can downright see the judgement.
@jasperandtheorange on TikTok is an account dedicated to sharing the antics between Jasper, a grey cat, and Orange, an orange calico, at their home. Predominantly, they share the difference between the two cats and their arch nemesis: the hallway gate.
@jasperandtheorange Both smart though #orangecatbehavior#orangecat#smartcat#funnycat#catsoftiktok
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Where Jasper is more polite and works a little "smarter" per se, Orange prefers to launch himself fully over the gate in the "harder" version of events. While both do technically accomplish their goal of making it to the other side (literally) it is indisputably hilarious to see the different methods to the madness each cat takes. Whatever you want to call it, Athletic vs. Academic, Brains vs. Brawn, the cats are so funny in accomplishing their simple goal in such different ways.
How To Tell if Your Pet is Smart
Aside from watching them interact with the world and seeing their adaptability and reactions to things, there are several ways to gauge intelligence in your animals. Pets who pick up new commands and tricks are usually on the smarter side, and learning routines and behaving accordingly is another sign you can watch for. "Smart" animals also typically have excellent memories and even pattern recognition that you, the human, should be able to see.
If you're curious, there are little games you can play with your pets to see how smart they may be in actuality. Puzzle toys, hiding treats, and even custom "only to them" tricks can help you discern how smart your furry friend really is.
At the end of the day, it doesn't REALLY matter how "smart" your pet is, just that it's healthy, happy, and loved. And able to get over or through a gate when need be. That's pretty critical, too.
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This story was originally published June 3, 2026 at 12:48 AM.