Artemis the cat has always been observant — and lately, she’s turned her curiosity toward technology.
Her owner, digital artist Hannah Lu Anderson, frequently works on her iPad, creating art and exploring creative projects. Little did she know, her feline companion had been paying close attention to every tap, swipe, and scroll.
From Bystander to iPad Prodigy
Hannah occasionally plays videos for Artemis to enjoy, especially nature clips featuring birds or ducks — a favorite of many curious cats. But recently, Artemis decided she no longer needed her human’s help to enjoy screen time.
One quiet afternoon at home, Hannah watched in awe as Artemis took control of the iPad herself. With surprising precision, she began swiping the screen with her paw — and even used her tongue to tap and select.
“How do you know how to do this?” Hannah asked, laughing in disbelief as she filmed the moment.
Tech-Savvy Kitty in Action
“It was the first time I’d ever seen her do the scroll thing,” Hannah told The Dodo. “I thought it was really silly.”
While it’s hard to say just how intentional Artemis’ interaction was, it definitely looked like she understood the basics of using the device. She continued to scroll and tap, eventually selecting a video of ducks quacking in a stream — a perfect pick for an entertainment-loving cat.
A Whiskered Reminder That Animals Are Always Watching
Whether it was deliberate or just well-timed curiosity, Artemis’ moment with the iPad reminds us how intelligent and observant animals can be. From mimicking behaviors to developing their own clever habits, our pets are constantly learning from the world — and from us.
And in Artemis’ case, she’s now not just a bird-watching cat — but one who might also be ready for her own streaming profile.
