When Benjamín Sagredo noticed signs of a mouse problem in his house, he figured his cat, Simon, would take care of it. After all, cats are natural predators, and their mere presence is usually enough to scare mice away. If not, surely Simon would chase the intruder off and send a clear message. But what Benjamín discovered was something far more unexpected—and absolutely heartwarming.
One day, Benjamín walked into a room and saw a sight he could hardly believe. There was Simon, his loyal feline companion, calmly sitting next to the mouse he was supposed to “take care of.” But instead of chasing or pouncing, Simon appeared to be completely at ease, treating the little mouse like an unexpected guest rather than a pest. The mouse, for its part, seemed just as relaxed, showing no fear of the cat towering over it.
Stunned by the bizarre scene, Benjamín decided to record the moment. He knew no one would believe him otherwise. In the video, Simon shows no interest in hunting the mouse; instead, he sits there quietly, watching the tiny creature as though they were old friends. It wasn’t just indifference—it felt like Simon had decided this “enemy” was actually a potential companion.
The video quickly gained attention online, where it went viral and captivated viewers worldwide. People were amazed at Simon’s uncharacteristic behavior and couldn’t get enough of the unlikely bond forming between the two animals. “Simon clearly missed the memo about cats and mice being enemies,” one commenter joked, while another said, “This is like a real-life Tom and Jerry episode, but they actually get along!”
Benjamín himself was equally surprised but found the moment both amusing and touching. “I always thought Simon would be the typical cat and chase the mouse away,” he admitted. “But it turns out he has a big heart. I guess he prefers making friends over hunting.”
Experts suggest that Simon’s behavior isn’t entirely unheard of, especially for well-fed house cats who don’t feel the need to hunt for survival. In some cases, curiosity can replace predatory instincts, leading to surprisingly peaceful interactions between cats and their supposed prey.
As for the mouse? It seems to have lucked out by encountering a feline as gentle and laid-back as Simon. While Benjamín may not have solved his mouse problem in the traditional sense, he gained something much more meaningful: a story that shows how friendships can form in even the most unexpected circumstances.
This heartwarming tale reminds us that sometimes, life doesn’t follow the rules we expect—and those moments are often the most delightful.
