Taiwanese cat owners spark viral emotional reactions after pet loss and attention shift

Astrologer and TV personality Tang Qiyang shared a post on Facebook after the death of her 15‑year‑old cat "Mi Jiang". Following traditional customs, she placed cat litter and dry food at her doorstep for the seventh day of mourning. The next day she discovered a circle of white cat hair on the mat and exclaimed “好可爱呀” (how cute), interpreting the hair as a sign that her cat was visiting her spiritually.

Separately, an orange cat named Reggie (雷吉) became an internet sensation when a video showed the feline watching its grandmother hold a newborn baby instead of giving it a hug. Reggie’s wide‑eyed, seemingly jealous stare was described by viewers as a “soul‑piercing” look, prompting widespread amusement and comments about the cat’s “betrayal” feelings.

Both stories illustrate how pet‑related moments can quickly go viral on Taiwanese social media, drawing large numbers of supportive and humorous reactions from netizens.