Some cat owners deal with knocked over plants, others with stolen socks. But one woman from Long Island has learned that her cat prefers something far more dramatic. For Danielle, sharing a home with her rescue cat Loki means no two days are ever the same, and even a quiet walk into the kitchen can turn into a full-blown spectacle.
A Cat Named After The God Of Mischief
Danielle adopted Loki from the North Shore Animal League when he was still a tiny kitten. His personality, however, was anything but small. The very next day, he climbed straight into a bag of pretzels and made off with one like a seasoned thief. Since then, he has stolen everything from snacks to blankets, proving that no cabinet is too tall, no shelf too hidden, and no bag too zipped for him to investigate.
It was only fitting that Danielle named him Loki, after the Norse god known for chaos and trickery. Over time, Loki’s antics earned him a devoted following online, where he has become known as “the most chaotic cat on the internet.”
The Kitchen Moment That Took Over The Internet
In one of Loki’s most popular videos, shared on his Instagram account @loki.doestricks, Danielle gives viewers a glimpse into her daily life with him. At first glance, the kitchen looks perfectly normal. But then the camera zooms in on a single cabinet door, where a striped tail is quietly swaying out from the shadows.
Seconds later, the cabinet bursts open. A loaf of bread tumbles out, and Loki expertly bats it with his paw, sending it thudding onto the counter as if preparing the first step of a personal snack mission.
Danielle, caught between surprise and laughter, films the entire scene. The clip has collected more than half a million likes, with commenters calling Loki a “skilled cat burglar,” “so naughty,” and even “a little dude making a sandwich.”
A Daily Routine Of Chaos And Charm
According to Danielle, this type of kitchen heist is a near-daily event. Loki has mastered the art of opening cabinets and helping himself to whatever he finds interesting, especially bread. Every loaf in the house now bears tiny teeth marks, evidence of his ongoing career in food theft.
Despite the constant mischief, Danielle admits that staying mad at him is nearly impossible. Loki’s charm works against any attempt at discipline. Cats, experts note, learn best through positive reinforcement rather than punishment. Redirecting their behaviour with treats or attention is usually most effective.
In Loki’s case, however, this strategy has created an unexpected twist.
Behavior Training That Backfired In The Cutest Way
Danielle tried teaching Loki tricks to keep him busy and distract him from his cabinet raids. Instead, Loki now performs those tricks any time he senses he might be in trouble. Rather than stopping his mischief, he uses charm as a shield. A paw shake here, a little spin there, and suddenly he is too adorable to scold.
While this method may not have stopped the bread thefts, it has strengthened their bond and added even more personality to Loki’s online presence.
