The two-minute clip, captured by a Ring doorbell camera, shows Scott Mckendry from Winchester attempting to retrieve the cat, named Bertie, after mistakenly letting him out.
Plumber versus cat
However, what is truly hilarious about the incident is that Scott grabbed the wrong cat, adding an unexpected twist to the situation.
Scott shared the amusing incident on Facebook, quickly gaining a lot of attention.
In the video caption, Scott humorously dubbed it “Plumber Vs Bertie the cat,” expressing his initial concern about being known as the “plumber that lost the cat.”
Viral video
Reflecting on the video’s unexpected popularity, Scott admitted, “I didn’t think too much of it, to be honest.” However, the mishap resonated with viewers, who found humour in the mix-up of the look-alike cats.
Here's the hilarious clip:
Scott’s post attracted widespread attention, with many amused viewers sharing and commenting on the comical encounter. Many viewers were impressed by Scott’s commitment to catching the cat, even though it turned out to be the wrong feline, and praised him for his efforts.