Woman woke up shaking with fear when she heard 'robbers' at 5 a.m. Then she checked her pet camera and saw the most unusual sight

Many pet owners have experienced the strange and often chaotic behavior of their cats, especially in the early hours of the morning. But one woman’s early-morning scare turned into an amusing discovery, thanks to her pet camera. What she initially thought was a potential break-in turned out to be something far more unexpected. 

As reported by Newsweek, the woman, who had been peacefully sleeping at 5 a.m., suddenly woke up in a panic, convinced that "robbers" had broken into her home. Frantically checking her pet camera, she was surprised to discover the real cause of the noise. The footage revealed her two cats, one of which had a bag stuck on its head, running wildly around the house. The other cat, initially lounging on the couch, joined in the fun, making the scene even more absurd.

The video showed the cats darting around, bumping into furniture, and nearly knocking things over in their frenzy. The woman, after gathering the courage to investigate, found the cat still wearing the bag. After removing it, the feline simply strutted away, leaving her both relieved and amused. The video, shared on TikTok under the handle @__lunatheecat, quickly gained over 7.1 million views, with internet users commenting on how they, too, would have been scared by the noise. Meanwhile, others could relate to the mischievous behavior of their own cats.

@skillary04 remarked in the comment section, "One time, my cat managed to get herself tangled in a balloon string. She ran, and the balloon 'chased' her. She is now absolutely terrified of balloons and cannot be in the same room as one. It’s been a decade." @queenoffarts94 joked, "Robbing you of sleep!" @kelliehatake recounted her personal experience, "No cause why did my kitten get two Chipotle bags stuck on him the same way! I chased him around the house for 30 minutes." @user5317150449734 wrote, "Honestly, I would’ve been scared to death."

This incident is not unusual for cat owners. Cats, as crepuscular animals, are naturally most active during dawn and dusk, a trait inherited from their wild ancestors. According to the San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SFSPCA), this behavior is tied to their hunting instincts. For many house cats, this means bursts of energy and noise during the night, leaving their owners bewildered or even frustrated. Whether it’s young cats displaying high energy or older ones struggling with sleep cycles, it’s a common experience for pet parents. 

To prevent such incidents and help your cat sleep through the night, create a consistent routine with evening playtime and a large meal before bed. SFSPCA further suggests giving your cat daily exercise through interactive toys and offering mental stimulation like bird watching or puzzle feeders. Set specific play zones outside the bedroom and remove noisy toys at night. If needed, give your cat its own sleeping space. Lastly, reward calm behavior and avoid reinforcing nighttime disruptions.

For more cat content, follow @__lunatheecat on TikTok.