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  • Опубликовано: 26 сен 2024
  • I learned while making this that it’s me, hi, I’m the problem it’s me 👋🏻
    Enjoy the last few days of 2022 and see you all in the New Year with more MAD content 🎆🎇



    Billi is a female domestic shorthair, she's 14 years old, her favorite word is mad.
    Inspiration for learning to “speak” with buttons from Hunger4Words (check her out on IG).
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Комментарии • 451

  • @user-dg9pu4pe9d
    @user-dg9pu4pe9d Год назад +593

    Using "no" when you pet her tummy was much more civilized than biting the offending hand.

  • @benwinkel
    @benwinkel Год назад +1188

    My favorite moment, when Billi showed empathy after she bit you. "Ouch" "Where?"

    • @BilliSpeaks
      @BilliSpeaks  Год назад +206

      Me too 🥹

    • @mirjanbouma
      @mirjanbouma Год назад +42

      Yes, that's probably my favourite ❤️

    • @ashensilverlake1889
      @ashensilverlake1889 Год назад +95

      Yes! And then she said “love you” to her mom. 💞💖

    • @cyrilio
      @cyrilio Год назад +26

      Ooohhhwwww that was so cute. I love Billi.

    • @mrscatlady912
      @mrscatlady912 Год назад +51

      "Love you" was like "I'm sorry"

  • @FirebladesSong
    @FirebladesSong Год назад +638

    That "I don't understand" was so funny, because it REALLY showed she understood how to use that button. And that she listens and wants to understand/be understood.

    • @lacedupangel
      @lacedupangel Год назад

      one day billi will understand fat freakin holes

    • @ghagzor
      @ghagzor Год назад +54

      This channel really is mind blowing and I'm surprised animal behaviorists aren't studying this kr doing the same

    • @irregularassassin6380
      @irregularassassin6380 Год назад +37

      @@ghagzor In the description there's literally a link to a study that Billi is partaking in.

    • @lypscratch
      @lypscratch Год назад +3

      So funny!

    • @Meals-sh9fs
      @Meals-sh9fs Год назад +1

      I laughed sooo hard!

  • @siren7362
    @siren7362 Год назад +463

    I love that Billi refers to coffee as "catnip water" ahaha

    • @MasonTheFurryCat
      @MasonTheFurryCat Год назад +59

      I mean, kind of a common sense
      She love catnip, and her “mom” loves coffee.
      Coffee is liquid, so she prefer that as water. And mom loves it, she think that she loves “catnip”, however, something yummy
      And so that is a “yummy liquid that my mom like” so it is a catnip water :)

    • @maureenlaneski2802
      @maureenlaneski2802 Год назад +20

      Yeah, no matter what, the understanding is amazing...unless Kendra called it "catnip water." Still pretty cool, though.

    • @elsagreen1476
      @elsagreen1476 Год назад +6

      She's not wrong

    • @Jockdog
      @Jockdog Год назад +43

      I know a parrot who, upon seeing it snowing outside for the first time, said excitedly "Popcorn!"
      Watermelon was "Candy water". This from the same birb that described all fruits and sweet-ish vegetables as as "apple" until they got mad enough that we couldn't figure out they meant carrot. They got really specific after that because humans aren't very clever. It's always awesome seeing the connections they make!
      My cat puts his catnip raviolis in his water dish, I always joke he's making catnip tea. Now I'm thinking I should make him some catnip tea instead of him trying to cold-brew it.

    • @irregularassassin6380
      @irregularassassin6380 Год назад +11

      @@Jockdog After watching Billi, and seeing how clearly intelligent she is, your cat may actually be trying to spike his water! You should definitely try it, and perhaps even try introducing it as "catnip water." Maybe he'll understand?

  • @lilytemmer3674
    @lilytemmer3674 Год назад +798

    For me the most amazing conversation of 2022 was when Kendra was getting ready for work. Billi: Work? K: Yes, mom is going to go to work. Billi: What, what? K: Mom work with outside animal. Cat, dog, bird, squirrel. Billi: Mad.

    • @susanjohnston8973
      @susanjohnston8973 Год назад +92

      I loved that one too. Mom has all the fun outside with the animals! No wonder Billi was mad 😂

    • @Catlily5
      @Catlily5 Год назад +18

      That was a great one!

    • @aishajamal6062
      @aishajamal6062 Год назад +3

      do you know what that video was called?

    • @shadowheartart3898
      @shadowheartart3898 Год назад +66

      @@xMaFiaKinGz if it's such a big issue for you, perhaps watch something else 😹

    • @shadowheartart3898
      @shadowheartart3898 Год назад +61

      @@xMaFiaKinGz plenty of other animal videos out there, that you could watch.
      You're not going to change how people think by commenting how "wrong" their thinking is. That's just going to annoy them.
      Point in fact: you're somewhat in the wrong yourself 😉 I'll explain myself, but I won't expect to change your mind.
      Are animals our children? No, obviously not, speaking physically.
      But when you have a pet (like for instance an indoor cat, like Billi), you do take on the responsibilities of a parent. You feed them, clean up after them, take care of them when they're sick or hurt, teach them... You love them - in one capacity or other.
      For some people that relationship replaces the one they would have with their child. For some, they love the pet in the same way they love their existing children. Some consider their pet a companion or friend... Love, either way.
      Many talk to their pets the same way they would a small child (which is sort of fitting, since cat behaviour and toddler behaviour is very similar).
      I call my cat my fur-friend or my catbeast. My roomie calls me his "cat-mom". While I personally don't feel like his mom, I understand the implication from my roomie's perspective.
      Are humans more important?
      That depends entirely on your perspective. For you, humans are obviously more important.
      For me? No. But that has equally to do with the fact that I'm anti-social, as the fact that humans are objectively worse for our planet that animals will ever be 😉

  • @mrscatlady912
    @mrscatlady912 Год назад +236

    "I don't understand" is a button I didn't even know she had! Billi knows so much, she barely uses it.

    • @ginna1375
      @ginna1375 Год назад +25

      I was expecting her to say "Hmmm?" and then "I don't understand." clear came out of nowhere.

    • @Liam-mv9zi
      @Liam-mv9zi Год назад +19

      @@ginna1375 the hmm button is just for asking a question, Billi didn’t know and didn’t wanna know lol

    • @naylisyazwina6836
      @naylisyazwina6836 Год назад +1

      @@Liam-mv9zi she would press hmmmm if there was no "I don't understand" button

  • @feeltheillinois
    @feeltheillinois Год назад +620

    her getting mad that she accidentally pushed a button is so funny

    • @Lynaza
      @Lynaza Год назад +83

      It's like being super annoyed with yourself for making such an obvious mistake 😂

    • @dawnfallon6812
      @dawnfallon6812 Год назад +24

      That's the one that amazed me.

    • @Jockdog
      @Jockdog Год назад +25

      It's like when a cat falls off the back of a couch or the bed, they're mad enough at the blow to their dignity. Having witnesses is inexcusible.
      ... maybe don't tell Billi about it being on RUclips? 😂

    • @desratlinda8639
      @desratlinda8639 Год назад +2

      @@Jockdog Lol

    • @Lala47362
      @Lala47362 Год назад +5

      And the fact her tail started swishing as soon as she pressed mad 😂

  • @1rkhachatryan
    @1rkhachatryan Год назад +390

    I know it wasn't this year but my favorite Billi clip will always be the hate Hamilton one, it is comedy perfection lol.

    • @CuriousCabinet
      @CuriousCabinet Год назад +19

      Has Kendra tried playing it since? 😂

    • @Gyza_
      @Gyza_ Год назад +24

      I was about to comment that! I love the Hamilton clip 😂

    • @sabinekoch3448
      @sabinekoch3448 Год назад +7

      My absolute favourite as well - I’ve sent it on to many friends!

    • @DashboardCookies
      @DashboardCookies Год назад +8

      That one still cracks me up

    • @miniminyoonji282
      @miniminyoonji282 Год назад +6

      same!!! 😂😂😂

  • @NoJusticeNoPeace
    @NoJusticeNoPeace Год назад +432

    I've been watching Bunny's videos, and I have to say I'm amazed at how much clearer and more thoughtful Billi seems to be. Bunny seems more inquisitive, asking about things like time and using words to complain about birds and talk about poop (a lot). But Billi seems to have an interest in discussing feelings and expressing needs rather than simply maintaining a running account of what's going on.

    • @grazynawolska8160
      @grazynawolska8160 Год назад +74

      Yes but this could be a difference in personality and species.

    • @NoJusticeNoPeace
      @NoJusticeNoPeace Год назад +143

      @@grazynawolska8160 It may also be because Billi is older. She seems to have the same interest in schedules and creature comforts that older people have, and a lack of patience for inattentiveness.

    • @sabinekoch3448
      @sabinekoch3448 Год назад +14

      @@NoJusticeNoPeace yes indeed- so enjoy the expectation Billi has of her family!

    • @high-bi-password
      @high-bi-password Год назад +53

      It'll be interesting to see the differences when Bunny becomes an old lady dog who has been using buttons all her life!! Also I think it very much has to do with Bunny's breed/ She's a Sheepadoodle whereas cats are... well, cats.

    • @Auvas_Damask
      @Auvas_Damask Год назад +7

      Seems like dogs are more interested in interests like men and cats are more interested in feelings like women. Somehow that doesn't surprise me

  • @thealicegator
    @thealicegator Год назад +39

    my fave is when Billi calls human friend -> a squirrel

  • @robinl9206
    @robinl9206 Год назад +71

    So sweet when Billi asked where your ouch was and then said I love you. She's such a sweety girl❤❤❤

  • @thelexmeister
    @thelexmeister Год назад +174

    The way the thumbnail looked I thought Billi died. My heart stopped for a second. I'm very glad to find out she's still here and still "mad"!

    • @yuli.gg.o
      @yuli.gg.o Год назад +11

      SAME literally had tears in my eyes as i clicked on the videos

    • @Twentynyne
      @Twentynyne Год назад +8

      I'm glad I'm not the only one that thought this

  • @MetallicRoseinFL
    @MetallicRoseinFL Год назад +119

    I still love the Tracy is a squirrel, that had me laughing so hard 😅

    • @rebeccasimmons3131
      @rebeccasimmons3131 Год назад +10

      That was my favorite

    • @cyrilio
      @cyrilio Год назад +7

      I think we need a Tracy plushy that looks like a squirrel.

    • @ecologytoday
      @ecologytoday Год назад +1

      ruclips.net/video/Ij7mtC8c1GU/видео.html&ab_channel=BilliSpeaks

    • @PaperclipClips
      @PaperclipClips Год назад +8

      @@cyrilio Yep, a squirrel plushie named "Tracy"! 😀👍

    • @sabinekoch3448
      @sabinekoch3448 Год назад +9

      Laughed for days on that one - especially also that Squirrel herself found it hilarious!

  • @dizzydots4786
    @dizzydots4786 Год назад +47

    "Ouch. Tummy"
    And then, because you listened and responded with kindness and love and understanding,
    "Happy. Pets (please)"
    I just... Honestly I was astounded that was just such a loving moment

  • @Funaunt8649
    @Funaunt8649 Год назад +53

    I love when Billi stares into the camera after saying ‘mad’. It is like she is saying, ‘can you believe the 💩 I have to deal with?’😅

  • @xMrsGontierx
    @xMrsGontierx Год назад +70

    I'm crying at you saying "A FAT FRICKIN HOLE, BILLI" and she pauses and hits "I dont understand" LMFAOOOO

  • @CrankyBarista
    @CrankyBarista Год назад +71

    Awe! Billi was worried she hurt you.
    😭
    And asked if you want your catnip water.
    She shows such empathy, curiosity, and intelligence.
    🥰

  • @erinsullivan7015
    @erinsullivan7015 Год назад +26

    The “I don’t understand” was so funny!😂

    • @BilliSpeaks
      @BilliSpeaks  Год назад +14

      That’s seriously one of my favorite interactions

    • @TieDyeVikki
      @TieDyeVikki Год назад +17

      @@BilliSpeaks I'm sure you two humans talk about all kinds of things she doesn't understand and that's fine with her, but I think because you repeated it directly to HER, she thought it was something she was SUPPOSED to understand. It's among my favorites, as it implies that she generally understands most of what you say to her, because when she doesn't, she'll let you know.

  • @davidmachemer1015
    @davidmachemer1015 Год назад +34

    I love the way she looks at your face - that's pretty amazing evidence that she really is trying to communicate.

  • @matlikesstuff9264
    @matlikesstuff9264 Год назад +23

    *Billi getting mad at herself for making a small mistake*
    Same, girl, same...

  • @karmagirl314
    @karmagirl314 Год назад +14

    The top Billi moment of the year was when she called the friend a Squirrel.

  • @YouthfulOne
    @YouthfulOne Год назад +272

    Kendra, what I find so amazing is that you were able to select just 10 from the plethora of clips. Lol. Your “screw ups” are merely a lack of mind reading and anticipation otherwise known as communication. 😂
    It’s fascinating to realize how little material you would have if the communication was perfect - but Billi is proving (with your tireless work and encouragement) she can do it! Blessings for a Happy New Year!

    • @BilliSpeaks
      @BilliSpeaks  Год назад +58

      It was soooo hard to choose!

    • @quinnleydean8335
      @quinnleydean8335 Год назад +11

      @@BilliSpeaks I was fully expecting the "Friend Squirrel" escapade to make an Honorable Mentions appearance, just thinking of that one sends me to the floor laughing!

    • @emmapoolman7900
      @emmapoolman7900 Год назад +10

      The captions “mom screws up” “screws up again “ “continues to screw up” made me giggle a lot

  • @DashboardCookies
    @DashboardCookies Год назад +11

    My favorite is where she asks if you want catnip water in the morning. You can see it's absolutely an intentional sequence of words.

    • @vicroc4
      @vicroc4 Год назад +9

      Sometimes you have to wonder if these people that deny Billi is communicating are watching the same videos. Because that was pretty impressive for a critter who supposedly is just doing it for the attention.

  • @Uncle_Fred
    @Uncle_Fred Год назад +58

    My favorite moment was when Billi appeared to ask what a "Ghana" was. If that's what she ment, it's mind-blowing. Also, how do you explain a country to a cat? LOL.

    • @dxtxzbunchanumbers
      @dxtxzbunchanumbers Год назад +26

      "Outside" 😸

    • @LmaoMoni
      @LmaoMoni Год назад +5

      @@dxtxzbunchanumbers far outside?

    • @SquidandCatAdventures
      @SquidandCatAdventures Год назад +9

      Outside outside outside outside. (I tend to do multiples for emphasis when talking to my cat).

  • @StfuFFS
    @StfuFFS Год назад +248

    "Come. Catnip... back" was pretty impressive. She was seriously bothered judging by the whipping of her tail.

    • @vicroc4
      @vicroc4 Год назад +18

      Yeah, that was NOT a happy Billi. Kendra needs to be more careful where she puts that stuff. XD

    • @naylisyazwina6836
      @naylisyazwina6836 Год назад +2

      @@vicroc4 cat swishing tail is not only because of annoyance but because they are concentrating. When cats play, they also swish their tails. Concentrating to catch their target

    • @vicroc4
      @vicroc4 Год назад +4

      @@naylisyazwina6836 It's a slower and less open kind of swish when they're concentrating. Especially when focusing on prey, that are often attuned to motion and would key in on a cat displaying their focus too openly. This was broad and rapid - Billi was distinctly annoyed.

  • @mana_surge
    @mana_surge Год назад +67

    the fat frickin' hole one always makes me laugh. My favourite vid of the bunch.

    • @BilliSpeaks
      @BilliSpeaks  Год назад +26

      Same 🤣 good belly cackle whenever I see it!

    • @DashboardCookies
      @DashboardCookies Год назад +14

      'FAT FRICKIN HOLE, BILLI!' '...make some sense woman'

  • @mememe733
    @mememe733 Год назад +62

    I really laughed at the one where she press come and when you come and ask what she wants she presses DAD 😂😂😂 (after being away with dad during the hurricane)

    • @catpella
      @catpella Год назад +7

      That one was so funny.

  • @benwinkel
    @benwinkel Год назад +81

    A year of Billi! So many great memories.

  • @ryanu3708
    @ryanu3708 Год назад +9

    My cat always has a crisis when he makes an unintentional mistake. He’s really embarrassed about it lol.

    • @buyerbware25
      @buyerbware25 Год назад

      . . . had a rowdy neuter who would grimace and retreat every time he fell down while female cats could see - he only got embarrassed in front of the girls!

  • @kellyjohnson3617
    @kellyjohnson3617 Год назад +95

    I found a good mousie on sale like Billi has and since my cat seems to like at lot of similar things I got one for her. It’s totally a hit. You’ve inspired me. Billi inspires me to give my very smart kitty a very sweet life. It seems to make her happy knowing we can communicate and she can tell me what she wants a little more clearly. Thanks for all your posts.

  • @derpaderpy4931
    @derpaderpy4931 Год назад +6

    These videos are literally made for mothers.
    Can confirm: I showed my mother and she was HOWLING at Billi just replying with "Mad."

  • @1701Bec
    @1701Bec Год назад +21

    My favourite video has to be when Billie hated the Hamilton sound track 😂

    • @BilliSpeaks
      @BilliSpeaks  Год назад +13

      😹😹😹 a lifelong classic

  • @Nadia72639
    @Nadia72639 Год назад +12

    Number 1 is too funny. "Well.... _where_ were you?? 😤"

  • @Positively_Bri
    @Positively_Bri Год назад +8

    My rabbit hates it when I sneeze also. But my favorite Billi clip was when she told you two to settle.

  • @samwiseraleigh7833
    @samwiseraleigh7833 Год назад +4

    That "I don't understand" was priceless

  • @xionmemoria
    @xionmemoria Год назад +7

    Billi is so cute, and she's so smart. Despite knowing how intelligent she is, something about those eyes is 100% derp and it just makes you love her more!

  • @Bobaily
    @Bobaily Год назад +13

    It’s the way she expects an answer to where you’ve been and why didn’t you come sooner? 😂

  • @wandadawnmiller1552
    @wandadawnmiller1552 Год назад +5

    I really hope these button studies start a movement towards creating stronger legislation for animal rights. People who share their lives with companion animals know that they communicate and this is just the next level.

  • @CapemanProducti0ns
    @CapemanProducti0ns Год назад +8

    It's so funny how their expression looks like they're constantly solving the mental math that is analyzing sentences and remembering the positions and relations of buttons. It must be hard for a cat brain but one can tell they love being able to communicate and enjoy the mental puzzles!
    I also have to comment about how fascinatingly entertaining videos like these are. Thank you for showing Billy to the world. I can safely say just one video is enough evidence to disprove certain people that believe animals don't have feelings, cannot feel and don't think.

  • @tomedmonson501
    @tomedmonson501 Год назад +23

    Loved the 2022 compilation. My other personal favorites are Training the Sitter (Friend…Happy), Cuddle Dad (Narration, Jealousy, or Eewww), and Where’s Dad (Dad in Ghana…What?).

  • @Pandastuck
    @Pandastuck Год назад +3

    the last clip is my favorite!!!!!! I love how she ask "before where" lmao

  • @InfiniteAnvil
    @InfiniteAnvil Год назад +41

    Aw, you left out my favorite - the one where you didn't hear her at first and she went nuclear on the mad button! (I *think* that was this year?)
    Thanks for another year of Billi, and please give her pets for us

  • @AzDesertFoxx
    @AzDesertFoxx Год назад +8

    She is so smart! The "I don't understand"? Wow........I"m amazed! Can't wait to see what Billi has to say this coming year!!

  • @nicsxnin6786
    @nicsxnin6786 Год назад +7

    I think Billie expects immediate obedience to her commands and if you don’t you had better show the appropriate remorse for your insubordination lol. She’s such a treasure!❤

    • @vicroc4
      @vicroc4 Год назад +2

      There's been some studies that suggest cats have about the same intelligence as a human child. I'd say that's about right - she sounds a lot like my five-year-old! It's absolutely hilarious. XD

  • @JustMe-ks8qc
    @JustMe-ks8qc Год назад +10

    I guess there will never be a 'Dad Screws Up' or 'Mad at Dad' compilation. There isn't even a button for it 🤣

    • @BilliSpeaks
      @BilliSpeaks  Год назад +18

      We could do a “Mom vs Dad” compilation where I screw up and get a mad and dad screws up and gets a “love you!” 🙄

    • @JustMe-ks8qc
      @JustMe-ks8qc Год назад +2

      @@BilliSpeaks Wow. Billi is so harsh. Was she this brutal before she had Dad in her life? You, I mean you. Before you had Dad in your life.

  • @elliottstevens7168
    @elliottstevens7168 Год назад +55

    I'm sure it was difficult to pick just 10 because every video is Great. I look forward to watching another amazing year of Billi in 2023! Have a Happy New year everyone!

  • @ilavalolipop
    @ilavalolipop Год назад +3

    😂 The “I don’t understand” is both *hilarious* and enlightening. Our cats are trying to understand us, whether they are given the tools to communicate like Billie or not. It’s important to treat them fairly and with patience ❤

  • @MusicalBloodDrop
    @MusicalBloodDrop Год назад +11

    I foolishly thought that since I'd been watching all year that this video would be boring because it's a clipshow - how silly of me to think that rewatching Billi would be anything but adorable and entertaining! Thanks for a great year

  • @sonyavincent7450
    @sonyavincent7450 Год назад +2

    Squirrel friend. I just never tire of it.

  • @falliezhang4269
    @falliezhang4269 Год назад +116

    Kendra, thank you for all your work! Thank you for showing people how animals are also conscious beings with rich emotions and intelligence. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

    • @BilliSpeaks
      @BilliSpeaks  Год назад +31

      You are so welcome! Happy New Year!

    • @mq5276
      @mq5276 Год назад +18

      Yes! I can't believe that some people watch Billi and Russell and still insist they are just randomly pressing buttons for a reaction and treats.

    • @czechmate6916
      @czechmate6916 Год назад +7

      @@mq5276 I believe certain animals are a lot smarter than us humans give them credit for, especially cats and dogs Billi is a great example.

    • @casdeanwinchester483
      @casdeanwinchester483 Год назад +1

      I agree

    • @CrankyBarista
      @CrankyBarista Год назад +10

      @@mq5276 I believe that the ppl that deny the obvious evidence of Billi (and other animals) showing intelligence, do so because if they were forced admit that animals are just as sensitive and intelligent as humans, they would have to take on the responsiblity for the mistreatment animals have endured on behalf of our ignorance.

  • @jeffreyshih2550
    @jeffreyshih2550 Год назад +10

    So sad friend squirrel isn't in here. That clip is so funny.

  • @ceciledesjardins3333
    @ceciledesjardins3333 Год назад +6

    That FACE !!! and when she looked at you asking Ouch Where ? and said I love you

  • @soonmoo614
    @soonmoo614 Год назад +43

    She continually amazes me with her smarts (and sass) You have such a beautiful relationship. Happy New year Billi and family. Looking forward to seeing how much more Billi progresses in the coming year.

    • @benwinkel
      @benwinkel Год назад

      Are you suggesting cows will become the dominant species? 🤔🐄

    • @soonmoo614
      @soonmoo614 Год назад +1

      @@benwinkel lol, at first I didn't know what you meant. Do you mean my screen name? That's the name of another cat I'm obsessed with (don't tell Billi)

    • @benwinkel
      @benwinkel Год назад

      @@soonmoo614 I did hint at your screen name. No offense, it's just my sense of humor and imagination running wild. Tell me more about the other cat(i won't tell Billi).

    • @soonmoo614
      @soonmoo614 Год назад +1

      @@benwinkel No offense taken☺The other cat is from South Korea and he's a chunky cream colored cat. He's one of the cutest cats I've ever seen but sadly the family doesn't post as much anymore on youtube.

    • @LindaVernon
      @LindaVernon Год назад +1

      @@benwinkel Check out the channel Norma the Cow. You question may be more pertinent than you think. 😁😁

  • @MsMedford
    @MsMedford Год назад +23

    How freaking dare you sneeze in her MADjestys presence. 😤

  • @ladycake1515
    @ladycake1515 Год назад +6

    The double mad after the sneeze made me laugh out loud :D

  • @Hiznogood
    @Hiznogood Год назад +24

    My whole family now watches Billi videos after I showed them some at Christmas. Everyone is astonished how clever she are! It’s great you put such an effort to help her communicate with you and then share that with us! Thanks and have really nice New Year!
    Greetings from Sweden.

  • @hello_beeeez
    @hello_beeeez Год назад +4

    My favorite Billi moment of the year was when she insisted on calling her friend “squirrel.”

  • @jaysmith2858
    @jaysmith2858 Год назад +6

    My favourite clip is still "Squirrel friend". Billi's 😳 face also always makes me laugh. 😂

  • @mirjanbouma
    @mirjanbouma Год назад +10

    I'm impressed you could pick just ten! I also love how you picked several where you screwed up 😂.

    • @BilliSpeaks
      @BilliSpeaks  Год назад +8

      It was hard! There was an abundance of videos where I screwed up, skewed the percentage 😂

  • @ScoutFinch44
    @ScoutFinch44 Год назад +9

    I like the empathy clip a lot. Also, when she came up with the Bunny fantoy idea. That blew my mind but I also got teary eyed at how smart and sweet she is. 🥰🎉Happy Mew Year!

  • @douglasharley2440
    @douglasharley2440 Год назад +3

    so utterly *amazing!* you can see she is using it as a useful communication device, and consciously chooses which buttons to press, in which order, to make her thoughts understood...which is why she apologized when she accidentally pressed a button.

  • @atacoatemyfajita
    @atacoatemyfajita Год назад +12

    My favourite clip is definitely the one where Bill tries to understand a fat frickin' hole (in the transmission). Happy new year Kendra, Dad, and Billi!

  • @tarasensei
    @tarasensei Год назад +17

    I love the relationship that you have with Billi. I pretty much tell anyone who has pets or has talked to me about pets about this channel. I look forward to these videos and wish everyone in the BilliSpeaks family lots of joy in 2023.

  • @denisesudell2538
    @denisesudell2538 Год назад +14

    I wish you had included the "squirrel" video! That's one of my favorites. But any Billi is good.

    • @dwsel
      @dwsel Год назад +4

      Two of my fave are where they come back from playing tennis and Billi asks "Where" have they been also when Billi misses Dad and asks Mom where he is, and then when he returns she wants pets, and don't want to let him go eat the dinner.

    • @denisesudell2538
      @denisesudell2538 Год назад +2

      @@dwsel I love those too! Especially the “where” one.

  • @rivercrow8988
    @rivercrow8988 Год назад +20

    Omg, these were all so amazing! Her asking where ouch, how mad she got at herself. (At least we now know cats are as demanding of perfection from themselves as they are from us.) The -Hey, where were you when I summoned you before!!! And the annoyance about catnip on her back, lol. Who told you to put catnip on my back???? Billi and you are both amazing and I'm so glad to be on this journey with you!

  • @richardwestphal5184
    @richardwestphal5184 Год назад +18

    You should make a video of ever time Billi says MAD

    • @BilliSpeaks
      @BilliSpeaks  Год назад +36

      It would be 17 hours long 😹

    • @xozneenzox8485
      @xozneenzox8485 Год назад +2

      Would watch even if it was 24hrs long

    • @TieDyeVikki
      @TieDyeVikki Год назад +3

      Well, there IS a compilation video called "A Year of Mad". There might even be two of them for two different years, not sure.

  • @scientistservant
    @scientistservant Год назад +49

    Am I the only one who saw the thumbnail and thought “SHE DIED?!” 😭😭

    • @Myraisins1
      @Myraisins1 Год назад +7

      Thought the same thing at first glance. My heart skipped a beat!

    • @kramnoslaw4474
      @kramnoslaw4474 Год назад +3

      Same here

    • @BilliSpeaks
      @BilliSpeaks  Год назад +39

      You’re not, apparently my marketing skills need work 😹

    • @obvioustroll8181
      @obvioustroll8181 Год назад +1

      I got worried too lmao

    • @denisesudell2538
      @denisesudell2538 Год назад +14

      @@BilliSpeaks That never even occurred to me! I just thought, "Oh, good, the end of the year summary of Billi wonderfulness."

  • @blueskybry
    @blueskybry Год назад +1

    To quote Billi "Love you" ☺

  • @umecoalpaw7573
    @umecoalpaw7573 Год назад +142

    It's so cute how human she is. But it always makes me think that THIS is a common level of cat understanding, they just don't have a way to vocalize it. And it makes me sad for all the abused ones, who probably only get abused because they can't speak out against their abusers.

    • @CrankyBarista
      @CrankyBarista Год назад +13

      Right? And Im sure... just like humans... some cats are more skilled (or willing) to communicate, but dont have the tools.
      And some arnt as skilled, but have all the same thoughts and feelings.
      I hate how ppl underestimate their intelligence and feelings.
      Animals are so innocent and precious. Its us humans that need improvement when relating to them!

    • @veramae4098
      @veramae4098 Год назад +9

      There were some videos posted to the Internet a decade ago about terrible, abusive cattle slaughter houses in California.
      California solved the problem.
      By making it illegal to video and post them.

    • @ghagzor
      @ghagzor Год назад +3

      That has nothing to do with cats weirdo. We need meat, most cows are killed instantly these days, Adrenaline sours meat all these myths based off super rare abuse clips from a decade ago are asanine. I get local grass fed beef anyway in guess what, CALIFORNIA.

    • @LmaoMoni
      @LmaoMoni Год назад +2

      Not to mention most people off the bay assume their hate is just going to hate them and want nothing to do with them. So they neglect them emotionally and don’t really get to know them and get surprised when company and the outside world makes them nervous. From owning one for 17 years it’s pretty much like raising and enternal toddler. You can take the ignorant approach of punishing temper tantrums and treating your kid like an annoying idiot until they start schools. Or you can put in the time and emotional effort and try to understand things from their point of view. The only downside is I think my cat genuinely thinks I can understand him and while I can get the general meaning it’s not like I’m fluent in cat. So he never. Shuts. Up. He’ll wake me up for a chitchat, he wants to chitchat while he’s eating, he wants to chitchat while I’m eating. Sometimes he even talks through movies and gets jealous if your on the phone and SCREAMS so you talk to him instead. S e v e n t e e n y e a r s o f t h I s

    • @radiocorrective
      @radiocorrective Год назад

      @@ghagzor We do not require the flesh of other individuals to survive or thrive. Stop spreading misinformation, there is no scientific evidence supporting your claim. What we need is nutrients and those are all readily available to you if you know where a food store is located.

  • @GenesisTheKitty
    @GenesisTheKitty Год назад +2

    Billi brings me so much joy 🥰 she has so much to say! When I have a little more money I can throw around, I want to get my cat some buttons because I think she would LOVE to be able to talk to me like this! We already communicate pretty well and I know for sure she understands what I say to her, she just needs to be able to talk back!

  • @crishaye
    @crishaye Год назад +4

    That video when her paw was stuck in the fan toy and dad dragged her. It was hilarious 😂. I think she was annoyed when that happened 🤣. And also when she called your guest "squirrel" 😂🤣

  • @sabinekoch3448
    @sabinekoch3448 Год назад +9

    These just show the wonderful relationship you have with this gorgeous little being- and so interesting for anyone who still doesn’t quite believe what Billi can do😁…love your slightly desperate explanations of why you didn’t come soon enough! Happy 2023 🎉!

    • @BilliSpeaks
      @BilliSpeaks  Год назад +4

      You picked up on that desperation huh? 😹😹

    • @sabinekoch3448
      @sabinekoch3448 Год назад +1

      @@BilliSpeaks 😁😁🐈‍⬛♥️ Loved it!

  • @LaiQuen
    @LaiQuen Год назад +4

    I was hoping for the squirrel friend moment - that still makes me giggle

  • @goatmealcookies7421
    @goatmealcookies7421 Год назад +3

    I will never forget Billi renaming your friend "Squirrel."

  • @tompepper4789
    @tompepper4789 Год назад +8

    The conversations are great, but Billi is pretty demanding. Which is fun but also a little scary.

  • @PennySue
    @PennySue Год назад +15

    We love you pretty girl! Thanks for sharing her with us and here's to another year of Billi 🥂❤🐾💙

  • @nicolethorson8186
    @nicolethorson8186 Год назад +1

    Billi's mad face is perhaps one of the greatest expressions I've ever seen

  • @lararabb8888
    @lararabb8888 Год назад +4

    She is such a joy.

  • @hjacobsen7971
    @hjacobsen7971 Год назад +23

    What a wonderful present for the holidays...such a long, lovely video of Billi to enjoy!

  • @TheSadieFables
    @TheSadieFables Год назад +6

    Happy New year Billi & Kendra!!! The 'I don't understand' clip should be incredible to the people studying these videos. That she understood you were trying to communicate something to her and wanted you to know she didn't understand, she would have to have an understanding of her separate personhood (or cathood lol) and that you are a separate being with independent thought as she has. Go Billi!! 💗😼

  • @CoconutCheez
    @CoconutCheez Год назад +3

    Awww you didn't screw up. You are a great cat mom and Billy knows that too ☺️

  • @christinemerritt974
    @christinemerritt974 Год назад +1

    She is so smart❤❤. She is perfect in every single way.

  • @86fifty
    @86fifty Год назад +4

    Really made me laugh with that description! My favorite was probably "fat freakin hole" cuz I hadn't seen that one before and I fully empathize with Billi - "what, what is that?" LOLOL

    • @vicroc4
      @vicroc4 Год назад

      It's fantastic that she recognizes that she doesn't understand and knows how to ask for an explanation.

  • @donnamcmanus7360
    @donnamcmanus7360 Год назад +5

    Love Billi but Mom & Dad rock too😉

  • @Marsha_Kiwi
    @Marsha_Kiwi Год назад +17

    Happy New Year Billi! You should get second "Extra Mad" button

    • @dwsel
      @dwsel Год назад +3

      Nope it's "Mad, mad, mad, mad...
      x♾️

    • @DashboardCookies
      @DashboardCookies Год назад +1

      Just make it an air raid siren so she REALLY gets mom's attention.

  • @t.k.5088
    @t.k.5088 Год назад +5

    We love you Billi... stay mad, but just a bit because it's funny ❤️
    Now that I watched the "before where" clip again, I wonder if she wanted to go water the plants with mom? She seemed to try pressing "want" a few times followed by "love you"... maybe that meant "I'm mad because you went alone and I love you so I want to go where you were before with you!"

  • @devolutionone
    @devolutionone Год назад

    It's almost creepy how smart she is and much she understand wow.. 😳

  • @zacara8469
    @zacara8469 Год назад

    Unbelievable! She's adorable.

  • @Alphameiz
    @Alphameiz Год назад +9

    What a great year :-) I look forward to the next one😊

  • @katbrown1449
    @katbrown1449 Год назад

    She s the first talking cat I ve ever seen. ♥ she captivated me with her ocd then her skills seem to grow.I can't pretend that teaching them abstractions would be easy for me....

  • @corgitechielovescarson
    @corgitechielovescarson Год назад

    I loved the "I don't understand". She is such a clever cat!

  • @RuthMAA
    @RuthMAA Год назад +3

    Thank you All for sharing your journey with us. Billi constantly amazes us with her communication skills. You've worked so hard and it's paying off. So many happy memories. Happy New Year to you All XXx

  • @tatemick1
    @tatemick1 Год назад

    The last clip made me emotional

  • @abernhard3487
    @abernhard3487 Год назад +1

    She is just so adorable ❤

  • @SquirrelThis
    @SquirrelThis Год назад +1

    Plushy is cute but I’m LOVING those PJs earlier on! ❤ How amazing though, this clip really shows how far Billi’s come. I’ve always said animals understand so much more than we think and been laughed at but these clips even amaze me on occasion. I know most people don’t want to acknowledge this as it would mean tackling tricky issues that could compromise our own wants… and people REALLY don’t like doing that, but these studies are making it harder and harder to deny every day. This is game changing stuff. If only we could just stop being scared of what we might lose to see all we would gain! Cute factor alone would cover it 😂

    • @vicroc4
      @vicroc4 Год назад

      People really seem to struggle with the idea that animals could have more going on in their head than just base instincts. Even if their cognition isn't human-like, there's still a lot going on in there. And it does occasionally produce some real surprises.

  • @elliot_rat
    @elliot_rat Год назад

    she's so polite i love it

  • @batrn7236
    @batrn7236 Год назад +1

    My heart dropped when I saw the thumbnail and the tears started before I realized this was a "year in review video". Please don't scare me like that.

  • @davidwalter2002
    @davidwalter2002 Год назад

    Everyone says that Billi is so smart because she can talk with the buttons, but she doesn't know anything about car transmissions. I call shenanigans.

  • @MikeBrown-ii3pt
    @MikeBrown-ii3pt Год назад +5

    Billi might know more about cars than you think. I'm sure she knows that the car takes her to the vet. She probably isn't too happy with the car and wishes it had a big frickin hole. Maybe you should tell her that the car also brings her food, catnip and toys. Then she'd love the car lol!

  • @susanjohnston8973
    @susanjohnston8973 Год назад +2

    My husband and I have talked about doing this but our cats would be constantly tattling on each other and asking for treats non stop!

    • @sabinekoch3448
      @sabinekoch3448 Год назад

      I think - do it anyway and let us know how it’s going! 😂❤🎉