In the quiet early mornings of Chapin, South Carolina, long before the sun rises, locals line up outside their favorite neighborhood bakery — Chickenbutt Donuts.
The smell of warm dough and sugary glaze is hard to resist, but no matter how early customers arrive, they’re never first in line.
That honor belongs to Oreo — a fluffy, well-fed neighborhood cat who’s made the donut shop his personal breakfast stop.
“The line starts behind this guy,” Chickenbutt Donuts cheekily shared on Facebook, alongside a photo of Oreo posted up outside their door.
The bakery opens at 6 a.m., but the staff are up even earlier preparing trays of donuts, fritters, and other treats. Rain or shine, cold or hot, Oreo is always there before them, ready and waiting with unwavering dedication — and a serious craving.
While he’s beloved by the staff and customers alike, Oreo’s focus is laser-sharp: he’s got his eyes on the prize — the freshest donut of the day.
Though Oreo’s preference leans sweet, his human friends in the Chickenbutt Donuts crew and nearby businesses make sure he’s staying healthy. They stock up on nutritious cat food and treats to keep him in tip-top shape, with regular check-ins on his well-being.
Still, every once in a while, they indulge his guilty pleasure.
“Chonky boy got his donut, y’all!” they announced with affection.
Oreo’s passion for pastries and his lovable personality have made him a bit of a local celebrity. He’s more than just a cat who loves donuts — he’s become a familiar face and a comforting presence in the community.
“Oreo has been a staple in our little corner of White Rock for a good long while …” Chickenbutt Donuts wrote. “It seemed like a good idea to introduce him to the world!”
And now that the world’s met Oreo, it’s safe to say: we’d all wait in line behind him any day.
