The Tiger King? No, But This Boy Is Definitely The Bobcat King. 

Unfortunately you're the one that needs to get something straight. lol. My channel is for the education about wild predators, giving factual information, history, statistics and data. So I'll help you out a little. But in the future before commenting on a subject that you're not educated in, do a little research, talk to experts in the field. Maybe even watch the educational videos on a subject to learn before commenting. That will save some embarassment. Not being a smart ass, but this is my field of study and has been for the last 25 years. I work directly with animal biologists, behaviorists, zoologists. and state DNR officers. and have been working directly with wild predators and prey for the last 20 years also. So. lol. Now that we have that established, you make your statement as though it's fact. It is not. Even though this subject has been thoroughly covered in several of my videos I'll delve into it just for you. And everything I talk about here I urge you to contact any wildlife officer, zoologist, animal behaviorist that specializes in wild animals, or any professional in the wild animal field. But only those professionals, not professionals in the domestic animal field. because that is not their area of study. So, any doubts, contact any one of those individuals. I'll try to make it quick. First fact. A bobcat is a wild animal. Number 2..... A bobcat cannot be tamed or domesticated. There is not a wild predator on this planet that can be tamed or domesticated. Number 3.... A wild animal is a wild animal whether raised in the wild or in captivity. Fact number 4.......A wild animal does not lose any of it's wild instincts when raised in captivity with humans. Number 5.........In the wild bobcats ONLY accept those that they are raised with from birth (father, mother, siblings) as family. Number 6......In captivity bobcats ONLY accept those they are raised with from birth (Humans and domestic animals as well as other wild animals) as family. Fact number 7.........Bobcats ONLY accept those they are raised with from birth as family. Fact number 8........In the wild if another animal or human that the bobcat has not been raised with from birth enters the bobcats domain or gets too close, the bobcat will attack and you will see its' "WILD" side. Number 9.......In captivity if another human or animal that the bobcat has not been raised with enters the bobcat's domain(which is most likely a house) the bobcat will attack and you will see its' "WILD" side. Number 10........In the wild bobcats bond with their family by grooming each other, playing, wrestling, licking, mock fighting, rubbing their scent on each other, Sleeping next to, ....etc Fact 11........In captivity bobcats bond with their human and domestic animal family by grooming them, Playing with each other, rubbing their scent on the animals and humans, (like in this video and all my videos) hmmmm also by wrestling, licking, mock fighting, sleeping next to......etc. Also a few other things worth mentioning. When you watch a National Geographic show about Lions, Bears, Tigers, Cheetahs and they are with their family, what are you watching them do? Grooming each other, rubbing on each other, playing, wrestling, sleeping next to.......etc. So, when you see this behavior are you calling up the producers and telling them that these animals are tame because they are exhibiting these behaviors? Nope. Because you know this is how they act with their family in the wild. Brand new news for you here. This is also how they act with their family in captivity. No different. Exactly the same. They are not tamed to groom their human family and play, and rub on them. It is a natural behavior. So when do we see the "WILD" side of wild animals come out in the wild? When a person or animal that they have not been raised with enters their territory, or when they are hunting, or when they are trying to take over another animals' territory. So when do we see the "WILD" side of wild animals come out when they are in captivity? Exactly the same.....when a human or other animal enters their territory whom they have not been raised with, or also like mine, when he hunts because I also feed him live prey and give him the opportunity to hunt, stalk and kill his prey. Unfortunately the only "WILD" side of my bobcat that you can see on my channel is when he hunts because I cannot allow a person or other animal to enter my house that he has not been raised with because it would end in certain death for that animal and severe injury for a human and I would also be put in jail because it is illegal for me to allow him to have any contact with anyone other than who he was raised with. Are there "WILD" incidents? Yes, every single day. Dangerous incidents, that a person without training and education and experience would be severely injured or worse. That's why in order to own a bobcat you have to have the training and experience and coursework. licenses, liability insurance, inspections. Everything that a zoo has to go through. So yes, he is a wild animal with all of his wild instincts and behaviors. They are a very dangerous animal and that is why you do not see people owning them as pets other than rescues who do this because it is a passion of theirs because without us these animals would be put down because of their injuries or lifelong illnesses which stops them from being allowed to be in the wild. Hope this helps explain things a little clearer for you. So, now you can educate all your friends about what a wild animal is and that a wild predator is always a wild predator no matter where it is raised. Have a great day.

This is gonna be some nice copypasta right here.

@@andycape2619 huh? Lol

@@egroegartfart Holy crap talk about going the extra mile to prove your point. That was incredible!! 😃

@@thatoneloafofbread9862 thanks video game nerd. I've had so many people say the same thing so I just drafted up something I can keep pasting when they write that. Lol. Thanks again.

Family Guy?

What a great comment lol

I wonder what it was like when his parents woke him up for school? The cat must have been like "dont you DARE TOUCH THE CHILD"

ooooo

Full Metal Bobcat? :P

one of the greatest plots twists.

There are bobcats in NAMBLA?

Shhhh

@@carterrobb7524 lol

😂🤣

Lol

So true😊

Nope that's not love that's marking it's territory

This is actually one way that cats mark their territory. He's rubbing his scent all over, basically saying this is my human. :p

@@Mechaghostman2 wich is another way of saying that it likes him

@@blueengineer4554 In a possessive way.

@@Mechaghostman2 is there a way of liking someone that isn't possessive? I mean, if you like someone and then they constantly "subvert your expectations" is it actually them you like? asking for a friend.

- Sees video on facebook. Starts reading comments on facebook; "Wow, George you are so brave !!". Decides youtube comments would be a better option. "hippity hoppity this kid now is my property - Benji The Bobcat". Okay this is way better.

Haha

CenTz 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

Hippity hoppity hands off my property

@@egroegartfart ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-wWPst-6AR4A.html have you seen this?

Michael Dale so even if they get separated maybe for years the cat will know him?

naa ,after 2 years he ll be ate

Michael Dale tq for d info......a verry cute creature.

I feel so glad knowing you are a member of the wild cat breed and you know exactly what this cat is thinking. It’s so great knowing that you know that this boy, or his family members, won’t be attacked or killed in the years to come. I’ll sleep better tonight. Thanks.

B. M obviously knows what they are talking about. Way too much correct information. There’s always some sarcastic person who has to put out an unfounded comment.

I buzzliter and I cum in sATaN!!!

You are undoubtedly an awesome person. Any animal would be blessed to have you in their life. I wish there were more folks like you.

That bobcat knew you are a good person.

Steve Ontiveros thank you for sharing your story Steve. Bobcats when raised with people are much like dogs in that they will stay right with you taking them outside from an early age. And they really love to hunt. I wish you could have kept him but they do get very dangerous as they age.

Benji The Bobcat yes he was about 3 yrs old when we released him .

You did the right thing. Wild animals are meant for the outdoors and the wilderness. Moving story.

BassForever44 Thank you !

BassForever44 Thank you !

It's called mental illness , usually associated with cat ladys. All you need is the feminist hair and a picket sign

True, I saw a Tiger do this to a trainer. Twice as big but just as loving.

What does "ladys" mean? Smart@$$?

NothingMaster I agree. I've been married to a bobcat for the past 25 years. And let me tell you bub, it's been a wild ride.

So sweet what you said. The face rippin' and stuff.

Lol

Could you ever trust it a 100 percent though?

@Michael Fraser I've been married 30 years & it's great!!! Our sessions are more interesting fun wild & loving than you might think. After so many years with the same person you get creative & comfortable. The way she looks at me sometimes, I know what she's remembering...😏 I sure wouldn't want to break in a new one! She would probably run away screaming! 😎

Just like all other cats. Some people mistake that for "dominance" or "ownership". Just check out the endles ranting a few posts up. Bonding. That's the word I'm looking for. It is a sign of bonding.

Yea

Why hello

yea

true lmao 😂

Ye

@@stefb1998 yes

+ashley Yes, they are much more affectionate than a domestic cat and the affection is 24 hours a day. lol

Me and my house cat do this....

stfu

+LiamsMusic78 LIAM... is still a neglected ass lonely boy.. ! ; /

Master Mystic stfu

Great comment,+Melissa Davison ! I wish more people in the comments would read your post; the reason being that it would easily clear up the many misunderstandings commenters are having as your comment provides a thorough and comprehensive explanation for what the bobcat is doing in the video, and explain his actions as well as the actions of his fellow domestic feline friends in the numerous other videos on this channel.

Melissa Davison what if it bites you after then what

You can't possibly deny that likes and dislikes only determined by Cent

well that being said as you are an animal behaviorist what would you call it if the same cat did the same thing except that when it felt it was time , it slashed into the next of a human.. has happened and people have died like that. now I'm very sure you are not that much a behavioral studier . hilarious though how people think they can think like a cat 😂😂😂

+Kneon Knight - Never mind, classic Dunning Kruger effect victim... You know so many experts using "lols" and "smileys" in comments... (It's a benchmark, more "lolz" means more expertise...)

He was just shaking his hand.. stop reaching lmao

@@zerosuitzeus which part of *it looked like* did you miss?

@@theenigma1109 Every part

@@theenigma1109 i saud what i saud dumbass

I wish it was that easy spaceman. Then you would see everyone with a bobcat or tiger or bear. That is part of it. But it takes alot more than that. Alot of hard work for many hours every single day. And you must be trained and have the proper classes and experience licenses and permits. Everyday is a challenge and everyday is dangerous. Thank you.

Tell that to Jeffrey Dahmer's parents.

Tell that too people fucked up by chimpanzees

@@RJ-mh3ox yeah, those things are strong af

@@RJ-mh3ox yeah but there is a reason why these chimpanzees are like this.

It's too late I'm already attached to it

Well I believe animals can feel sad, just like they can feel pain. It's no different from humans.

+Progressed Now Did you know that cats have human-like brains and are about as smart as 2 year olds? Saying that they're worthless scum is like calling a human worthless scum! Tell me, what do you hate about them? The fact that they're free and won't love on you every second, like a human? Would YOU want to be expected to hug everyone constantly and do everything they say? Would YOU jump into a fire even though your friend is already dead and it's better one dies than two? Nope. Cats act somewhat human-like with some feral in them and of course, not as smart. Think about it.

+Britney S. Yes, they can. He probably doesn't know what emotions are. They're chemicals in your body giving you that feeling. Which means that really, any creature can feel it if they have it. He might think that it's a thought, or just straight-up feeling which is why dumb things can't feel it. :P Babies can feel sad, and they're about as smart as many animals. So, yeah. Man, my replies are going to flood the bottom XD

xD I could agree with that LOL

Opposable thumbs come in handy tho.

Thank you all.

So true.

Thank you. Yes. but where are these plenty to take her place?.er, are you male or female?.My name is moog.What's yours?.

She ain't a loyal GF man so go out and get yourself a new one it's that simple

Talked to you before. Appreciate hearing about your experience.

Lol

+Elite Reticle LOL. Never gets old.

Ha!

LOL

*than -- why do ppl get so confused between then and than ???

Would have been funnier if you said man-cub

Thank you Cho. Yes, he is.

i know how you feel

Mr. Meow.

Make sure to get her to a vet for her shots. I made the mistake of not doing that once.

You are a good person now, and no doubt you always have been. That's what happened.

Now you're a cat dad. I have 3 boy cats. Familia.

K now in English this time nice and slow.

BUSTRCHERRI - Yeah, *NOW* in English this time, nice and slow.... 😂😈 SMH!! 😼😹

*Laughs at all the ESO references*

khajiit has wares

Greg Merter Khajiit misses the warm sands of Elswyr.

now I wonder if he got close to a house cat that cat would shit himself realizing that Hooman has Bobcat "friend" and would act feral against him due feeling threatened by his presence

Daphne Loose Thanks National Geographic

i know right ! XD

Exactly what I wanted to say. They have scent glands on the sides of their faces. She was marking him to be able to locate him when she needed.

we all think we have cats as pets. really, we are the cat's pet. we give them food, serve them scratches, clean their poop.

no you dumb bitch despite having correct information your logic and everything else is INCORRECT

that's really cool NZ. thanks for sharing.

Even Bob-one-ear shows me affection like you're getting there. I've slept on the lawn with him a few times & he'll give me a wack on the head & a smooch at daybreak to tell me he's leaving. He's bigger than your guy & more grey.

+NZ Salt Flats Racer wow. do you have any pictures or video? I'd love to see that.

Sorry, I'm old school, don't even have a smart phone. Just me, a bunch of wild animals & some race cars on the side of a mountain.

then how did you respond to this if you dont even have a smartphone? you make it sound like you dont even have a computer

@@juggernuts1000 WOOSH!

Exactly+

A Cane Corso would take this mofo down. Not that I would want it to. Just pointing it out.

pretty sure you have no balls if you think a bobcat can 1 on 1 you bro

+john d based on my experience with feral cats, I assure you (despite your bravado) a Bobcat, lynx, or even Fluffy, will give you life altering injuries regardless of the victor. People greatly underestimate the strength and sharpness of a cat's claws.

Do you know a human once kill a leopard barehands ?? A leopard is about twice as big as a bobcat ... U dont need to be Dwayne Jonhson to take down an animal ... You're underestimating human

XD

you mean hooman

Lol

ROFL.....love it!!!

Edgar you dont know how hard i laughed at this comment LOL

Edgar LMFAO

A bobcat is ferocious but still no match for a grown human...

a VERY protective bobcat AND a VERY protective rottweiler

@Old Iron neither do I

A knight with shining armour

Joseph Tay Wei Jun lmao are you dumb ?

no u don't

C Kruger I'd more prefer a caracal.

Lily Shimizu + Haven't you read the caveats?

:)

XD.

Lol

Nothing bad will happen, when cats get startled they tend to jump away from whatever theyre doing so the boy would not really be harmed

yeah, apart from the 16 claw punctures.

I initially read: "Good job kid for eating this Bobcat's trust"...

til its dinner

FuriousShabs can i get a giraffe too?

You're gaY !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I think aeroces7 wrote that as a joke...

More that he is trying to show other bobcats that he is part of his family. If a cat rubs his face onto you, he is both giving you his scent and getting yours on him. Cats do this when they meet other cats that are in their family. It's also a sign of affection.

If the cat is doing it to say he's being hunted, then what does the cat think the boy is doing to him?

How about a little explanation of why this kid is playing with a bobcat?

zelemont hmmm. this is a tough explanation. well, he lives with and has grown up with a bobcat. Would you just like him to ignore the bobcat?

egroegartfart Maybe just not have a potentially dangerous wild animal around him as a harmless (??) "pet"...

I mean where did the bobcat come from? Was it a rescue, was it bought? Just curious.

Thomas L. a dog is more dangerous than that cat

Bô Mập Channel: I know right how often do you see a wild feline adopt a human. Not that often that’s for sure

Richiro Karuma oh man you guys are making me laugh

So does cats, your point?

Pardon me for trying to make a nice comment. I'll try and be more rude to a total stranger next time, like you. Qyngali

Txboy85A that guy who replied to you was rude for no reason. some people are just like that i guess.

Wow, I found somebody on here with intellect and manners! ;^) Thank you and I agree.

Nevah

Get a dog or a adopt a friendly cat and you will get it.

I'm here for you edress, lol

@@nannerlchanel5045 Then don't recommend it???

Nailed it wit cheek juice

Yes and no.

That's exactly what it's doing. They do this in the wild to mark their territory.

bravo11x showing. Dominance. Not love big difference. Hope the wild animal that it is never comes out. They take deer size pray with little trouble. Watched it myself. Beautiful animal! But not a domesticated cat

nonplayerzealot4 and that's not love..?

I believe bobcàts and cheetahs make fine pets

Hãris حارس uh no lol have you heard the crazy noises they make.

After some time on the internet I want a pet everything

Bolshevik Leninist true that 😆