Man Reunites With African Cheetah BIG Cat After 1 Year Absence - Do You Remember Me? A Documentary

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    I met Gabriel the Cheetah a year ago in 2014 at Cheetah Experience when he was 10 months old; spending a majority of my free time playing, walking, wrestling, hanging out, letting him groom, feeding, and even sleeping at night with him. He is now an adolescent Cheetah and exactly the same as I remembered him; very affectionate; mouthy and nibbly; licky, and loving to love.
    My very 1st encounter with any Cheetah was with Gabriel last year. He immediately came to me the 1st day without reservation; chewing on my pants & knee. I was apprehensive about Cheetahs but Gabriel kept coming to me. I was told he liked men & that is why he approached me. He soon took away any fears I had of him & the other Cheetahs on the farm. I still kept a healthy respect for them, but no longer feared them.
    I don't know if Gabriel remembered me or not, he seemed confused who I was when we 1st met between the fence. But his old personality shined through over the weeks as I continued meeting him between the fence & inside his enclosure. I was told he had changed but discovered he had not with me.
    Gabriel really likes human contact and interaction. It's rewarding to him. Initially the staff did not want me interacting with Gabriel because of a concern for my safety & how he became aggressive with staff & volunteers in the past. I hope this video will show how Gabriel can play nice but beware of certain people he doesn't show affection towards. Don't interact with him anytime during feeding, that is where I noticed him get 'bitey'. I hope that me being the 1st volunteer who knew and interacted directly with Gabriel will help his plight. He can be a VERY loving Cheetah and loves to love.
    1st I should explain the purpose of raising tamed Cheetahs at this breeding center. The term most describing it is Husbandry and has similar goals as when raising domesticated animals. For endangered predators, the purpose is to allow a safe, stress free, comfortable, relaxed, and conducive environment for successful reproduction. It's a numbers game for the Cheetah. There are only 10,000 left on this earth.
    This centers success in breeding Cheetahs is contributed in part to human interaction. Less stress... more likely they will perform natural breeding. The females even allow staff to feed and interact with them after giving birth. That is because they are humanized. It also saves having to tranquilize them which is dangerous. With trust, you can give advanced health care to a wild animal; apply salves, give pills, transport them, and give hands on examinations; looking for problems. Minor injuries can become major ones. You can't treat a wild, untamed animal without sedation. You have to dart them which is painful, a health risk, and creates more distrust. And the reward of interaction is immeasurable for someone like me who loves animals.
    Sometime when I left CE, Gabriel was placed inside an enclosure with another Cheetah out of public and volunteer view because of acting up. I had to ask to see him, but was escorted. He had jumped on some female volunteers; grabbed a female volunteers pony tail; not letting go, bit a female staff members ankle, & attacked another female Cheetah. I notice a pattern here. Gabriel prefers men & does not respect females, to include Cheetahs. For 3 weeks, I never saw him groom the female Cheetah living with him.
    Gabriel won't groom woman that work there either; only men. I watched as one of the female keepers offered her leg up for a groom & he took a couple licks and stopped; refusing to groom any further. He'll groom another male keeper & me until we bleed.
    It could be the salt, extra hair, or maybe the scent of men that attracts Gabriel, but I think it's more than that. I think it's instinctive. Young male Cheetahs form coalitions in the wild with other male Cheetahs to hunt, gain territory, and find mates. Gabe knows the difference between men and woman and I think prefers men because of his instinctive nature. There are many accounts of wild coalitions of male Cheetahs sticking together until their deaths. But as the Selena Gomez songs says, "The Heart Wants What It Wants". Gabe's nature sure made my relationship with him very special & for that I am truly thankful. He, among other wonderful Cheetahs I met are the reason I love Cheetahs now. My favorite cat.
    It was really nice reacquainting with my old Cheetah friend Gabe. I have a full time job and use my vacations to volunteer.
    Thank you Gabriel for a wonderful reunion. I hope you remembered me. I sure remember you.
    "Bonding With The World--- One Animal At A Time" Dolph C. Volker
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  • @freakishlylargeclown
    @freakishlylargeclown Před 7 lety +4590

    Three things I gauged from this video:
    1. Gabe is a good boy
    2. Gabe's tongue hurts and it makes him bleed.
    3. Gabe is a good boy.

    • @ayecvhs36d36dff
      @ayecvhs36d36dff Před 7 lety +153

      Did you also know they had a good relationship a year ago?

    • @chrisa8008
      @chrisa8008 Před 7 lety +115

      Gabe's also a good boy

    • @GeeaRCee
      @GeeaRCee Před 7 lety +77

      Sam Jacobs
      Yah, but still, Gabe's a good boy.

    • @Nasuth
      @Nasuth Před 7 lety +53

      And boy does his tongue hurt!

    • @deutscheuberlegenheit7452
      @deutscheuberlegenheit7452 Před 7 lety +34

      freakishlylargeclown did you also know Gabe is a good boy?

  • @OntentXc
    @OntentXc Před 7 lety +3723

    10% cheetah
    90% good boy

  • @digitalsamurai42
    @digitalsamurai42 Před 5 lety +2837

    I didn't realize I was such a good boy. Now I do.

    • @xnasuni_4295
      @xnasuni_4295 Před 5 lety +76

      Your name Is gabe. Liked the comment, nice 😂👌

    • @FoigTCG
      @FoigTCG Před 5 lety +125

      Good boy, gabe

    • @DlcEnergy
      @DlcEnergy Před 5 lety +46

      1:05 Gooood boy Gabe, hey buddy!.. heey bud remember me!

    • @annkawira3225
      @annkawira3225 Před 5 lety +31

      Good boy Gabe, good boy

    • @dvita_music
      @dvita_music Před 5 lety +28

      Good boy Gabe. Good boy 😂

  • @greenanimations923
    @greenanimations923 Před 3 lety +373

    "The price you have to pay to be gabes friend"
    BLOOD

    • @jugganuat6440
      @jugganuat6440 Před 3 lety +11

      Tenderizing his skin so he can eat him later

    • @imbio6930
      @imbio6930 Před rokem

      @@jugganuat6440 "requires salt"

    • @charlottesmom
      @charlottesmom Před rokem

      "He's tenderizing you" is what my husband used to say when my cat Topher was licking me. 😂

    • @charlottesmom
      @charlottesmom Před rokem +1

      "Good boy Gabe!"
      "ouch!"
      "Good boy Gabe!"
      "ouch!"
      😂😂😂

    • @greenanimations923
      @greenanimations923 Před rokem

      @@charlottesmom you named your cat topher lol aw

  • @Litro740
    @Litro740 Před 7 lety +4344

    Guys, I think gabe is a good boy...

    • @SODMGFOOTSOLDIER
      @SODMGFOOTSOLDIER Před 7 lety +41

      Yaaa think? 👍

    • @krisbentulan2258
      @krisbentulan2258 Před 7 lety +16

      ShadowFlame740 hahahaahahahahaha. goodboy! goooodboy!

    • @adon2
      @adon2 Před 7 lety +13

      ShadowFlame740 also due is a good girl

    • @rileyroney9282
      @rileyroney9282 Před 7 lety +3

      ShadowFlame740 when he kept saying it i was thinking yep he knke he is a gokd boy like sshut up we know

    • @omaraitouabi8162
      @omaraitouabi8162 Před 7 lety

      vídeo sex Japón

  • @champchampchannel8182
    @champchampchannel8182 Před 7 lety +3627

    The story of a good boy

  • @cblack4413
    @cblack4413 Před 4 lety +305

    When your friends with an animal at an early age,you are friends for life.

    • @cblack4413
      @cblack4413 Před 3 lety +3

      @Odell Mateo I hope its a tranq gun,but its probably not ?

    • @plm-fp6nu
      @plm-fp6nu Před 2 lety +12

      This is especially true with Cheetahs.
      They get bullied by scavenger birds, these guys would run away before trying anything even against a human.

    • @BigBrotherTheWatcher1984
      @BigBrotherTheWatcher1984 Před 2 lety +5

      Don't take this theory literally, cheetahs are special but other big cats would devour you the moment you turn your back on them, they are highly unpredictable. They aren't dogs, they have no sense of loyalty.

    • @mattplayzgamezandstuff8790
      @mattplayzgamezandstuff8790 Před 2 lety +1

      @@BigBrotherTheWatcher1984 cheetah’s are the most house cat - like big cat

    • @BigBrotherTheWatcher1984
      @BigBrotherTheWatcher1984 Před 2 lety +1

      @@mattplayzgamezandstuff8790
      Cheetahs aren't categorised as big cats since thet are not the members of the genus Panthera like tigers, lions, jaguars and leopards.

  • @mehwhyausername1
    @mehwhyausername1 Před 4 lety +481

    "you're a good boy, Gabe!"
    *licks face off*
    "good boy!"

    • @liamfinlay2039
      @liamfinlay2039 Před 4 lety +7

      This comment needs more upvotes. Gabe is indeed a good boy *bleeding while grinning enthusiastically*

    • @supersbbrawl4ever
      @supersbbrawl4ever Před 4 lety +1

      Worth it

  • @Xplorerhobo
    @Xplorerhobo Před 7 lety +498

    The only words in this video were:
    "Good boy Gabe, good boy, good boy! Ow that hurts. Good boy Gabe!"

  • @beepop8470
    @beepop8470 Před 7 lety +224

    I've been growing this suspicion that gave is ACTUALLY a good boy

    • @mrmachine5632
      @mrmachine5632 Před 7 lety +18

      yea we get it...totally not 50 comments saying the same thing

    • @Amalekites
      @Amalekites Před 7 lety +1

      crap doodle gave?

  • @ninawai5287
    @ninawai5287 Před 5 lety +546

    His purr is beautiful.

    • @Hextraordinary13
      @Hextraordinary13 Před 3 lety +1

      Ya know... my husband snores that loud but not in that rhythm. Maybe I could train him? LOL That purr is so SOOTHING!

    • @edilsonmartins6653
      @edilsonmartins6653 Před 3 lety

      Sim.

  • @maulporphy4399
    @maulporphy4399 Před 4 lety +551

    I didn't know cheetas purred. It sounds like an idling Ferrari.

    • @PhemoneMedea
      @PhemoneMedea Před 4 lety +19

      Cougars purr too. Their tongues are very problematic on human skin too.

    • @abmbarry
      @abmbarry Před 4 lety +7

      Mmmm the Ferrari engine needs major work! LOL

    • @harveyrouen4655
      @harveyrouen4655 Před 4 lety

      @@PhemoneMedea what's wrong with their tongues

    • @thefeatherbird_
      @thefeatherbird_ Před 4 lety +26

      @@harveyrouen4655ever feel a house cats tongue? like all cats theyre covered in tiny razors. The bigger the cat, the bigger the razors.

    • @niyazahmed3448
      @niyazahmed3448 Před 4 lety +13

      They're the fastest land animal so I guess it's somewhat appropriate for them to sound like that

  • @OwnRules1
    @OwnRules1 Před 8 lety +940

    :::pulls back hand::: Sees he only has four fingers left: "I noticed Gabriel is biting harder than last year"
    Gooood boy Gabriel!

    • @lolaquick33
      @lolaquick33 Před 8 lety +5

      😂

    • @hyacinthdibley
      @hyacinthdibley Před 8 lety +9

      Hahahaha. I couldn't stop laughing at your comment.

    • @Chris-fs5mj
      @Chris-fs5mj Před 8 lety +6

      LMFAO 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @joehollow2505
      @joehollow2505 Před 8 lety +35

      +Diana Foster time for you to untwist you panties.

    • @FastEasyLifeTips
      @FastEasyLifeTips Před 8 lety +13

      +Diana Foster he joking bruh

  • @lindamarie4248
    @lindamarie4248 Před 4 lety +364

    It hurts when my cat licks my face. Cant imagine this.

    • @CheetahWhisperer
      @CheetahWhisperer  Před 4 lety +134

      Very bad... I grew a beard since.

    • @HexIsme
      @HexIsme Před 4 lety +55

      @@CheetahWhisperer Also known as a "tactical hard scrub buffer".

    • @CheetahWhisperer
      @CheetahWhisperer  Před 3 lety +44

      @im an idoit Hahah THis video has almost 10 mil views. Wow. I was impressed with 1mil and not my greatest work! Thx for asking about Gabe's. I love him and he is 7 years old. He is actually moving to a new cheetah breeding project end of this year, I hope. Covid delays is the only thing that could stop it. He will have more an active life and breeding one too. He is going to Running Wild Conservation. They impress upon breeding with focus on moms raising cubs and releasing. The other project does some of this too but not as focused as RWC does and why I am moving him there and be more involved with them.

    • @tank3143
      @tank3143 Před 3 lety +1

      Yeah thankfully I have a beard now but my cats I had when I was a kid oof it was torture when he licked my face.

    • @Voltaic_Fire
      @Voltaic_Fire Před 2 lety

      It's the same but more.

  • @jameslatimer1432
    @jameslatimer1432 Před 5 lety +1129

    I dont know how any one could hurt hunt shoot one of THESE fantastic cats so beautiful

    • @mjg123mg
      @mjg123mg Před 5 lety +72

      Sadly theirs a lot of people out their who get a kick out of barbaric acts of cruelty.

    • @PoM-MoM
      @PoM-MoM Před 5 lety +21

      I wonder how Gabe would react to Trump Jr (lunch?)

    • @PoM-MoM
      @PoM-MoM Před 5 lety +53

      @mark spannar The facility in this video is not a controlled hunt. Cheetah are endangered species, their survival depends upon man being thoughtful and kind.
      Please.

    • @rextremendae
      @rextremendae Před 5 lety +13

      @@PoM-MoM I think Mark just meant controlling species in general, not cheetahs or any other endangered species. It was a general and validated statement: Controlled hunt helps the ecosystem and the local economy.

    • @wisdomseeker3362
      @wisdomseeker3362 Před 5 lety +9

      mark spannar dumb!

  • @jpbaugh
    @jpbaugh Před 7 lety +1116

    Good boy, Gabe
    Oww that hurts
    His tongue is sharp
    He just loves grooming
    Good boy

    • @slabbykid7303
      @slabbykid7303 Před 7 lety +17

      wow his tongue hurts

    • @AmrMouhamed
      @AmrMouhamed Před 7 lety +6

      Geeeeuuuuuuuuuud Booooooooooooy xD

    • @kenworthNH
      @kenworthNH Před 7 lety +35

      this was like a 13 min makeout session between some guy and a cheetah.

    • @MrEAus
      @MrEAus Před 7 lety +14

      Yes, a cheetah which apparently prefers men....
      ...so it would seem the spelling of his name is missing a Y...
      (...prob should be "Gaybriel")

    • @missvisi
      @missvisi Před 7 lety +1

      haaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

  • @WhiskeyToro
    @WhiskeyToro Před 7 lety +320

    Gabe is more than just a Cheetah. He's a good boy.

    • @yoyoholck
      @yoyoholck Před 7 lety +4

      mike is more than just a mike. he's a van

    • @WhiskeyToro
      @WhiskeyToro Před 7 lety +1

      Celtic Dread lay off of the meth,buddy.

    • @CrAmine7
      @CrAmine7 Před 7 lety +1

      Mike Van he's not your buddy, Pal

    • @WhiskeyToro
      @WhiskeyToro Před 7 lety +1

      Marcus Fenix I'm not your pal, friend.

    • @yoyoholck
      @yoyoholck Před 7 lety +1

      Mike Van im not your friend, buddy

  • @sunnyandtictac
    @sunnyandtictac Před 5 lety +1274

    Maybe Gab is just marinating and tenderizing him.

    • @zahrabandali7343
      @zahrabandali7343 Před 5 lety +2

      M James 😆😂

    • @LifeOdysseyMotivation
      @LifeOdysseyMotivation Před 5 lety +41

      Then after several hours of spicing it up then..."hissssss! time for a juicy meal!!!! Lol

    • @monicac538
      @monicac538 Před 5 lety +2

      😂😂😂

    • @xxduhallow
      @xxduhallow Před 5 lety +18

      Yeah that's what i first thought when he kept constantly licking... especially when he licks neck or forearm, first thought that comes to my mind is vampire movies when they sense your blood pulsating through your veins... i mean animals also aim at throat or sensitive leg parts when they hunt their prey to make it immobile and bleed as fast as possible. And that constant licking just looks really scary lol. I mean one grip to your neck artery and you're done, even if it's not some 180kg lion or 300kg tiger than can drag you away like a puppet, still that's a wild and agile animal that wont miss his attack if he attempts one on you. Knowing that domesticated trained animals like dogs sometimes go mental and may attack their beloved owner out of the blue not just because of instincts but of some brain anomaly, id be more careful with that cat, unless there's someone behind the camera sitting with a tazer. My cousin had a staffordshire terrier when she was a kid, and took her for a walk when suddenly the beloved dog went mental, started whining and literally started chewing her hand. This happened only once through out entire life of that dog who never harmed anyone and died peacefully like 10 yrs later... And still nobody knows was that some epileptic seizure or something else happened with the dog's brain, but you can't really trust any animal no matter if it's domesticated/trained/wild, it's like a russian roulette. If a person may go mental out of the blue, so does animal. I love animals and i would prolly act the same way like this dude, but human emotions make us off guard and the bigger the animal the less chances we have resisting and surviving.

    • @lowtiinlive6323
      @lowtiinlive6323 Před 5 lety

      It’s not gab it’s Gabe
      I use to have a friend names Gabriel, everyone got his name wrong, putting his name is gab, but it’s Gabe lmao XD XD

  • @mattmichniuk2727
    @mattmichniuk2727 Před 4 lety +32

    The purring from those big cats is hypnotic.

    • @CheetahWhisperer
      @CheetahWhisperer  Před 4 lety +6

      yeah, love cheetah purrs.

    • @mattmichniuk2727
      @mattmichniuk2727 Před 4 lety

      @@CheetahWhisperer and they love and trust you wonderful videos Dolph keep em coming.

  • @Humanistic_
    @Humanistic_ Před 8 lety +2591

    I like the part when he says good boy

  • @andyb2341
    @andyb2341 Před 7 lety +189

    man, that Cheetah sure knows he is a "good boy"

  • @guardrail2897
    @guardrail2897 Před 4 lety +77

    Legend has it that Gabe is a good boy.

    • @chrishayes312
      @chrishayes312 Před 4 lety +1

      Don't forget, Gabe may a good boy but it is a wild animal!

    • @yoursubconscious1774
      @yoursubconscious1774 Před 3 lety +1

      @@chrishayes312 yes but this person has an incredible relationship with him, even though he may be a wild animal

    • @plm-fp6nu
      @plm-fp6nu Před 2 lety +2

      @@chrishayes312 It's a cheetah, not a leopard. These guys get bullied by groups of scavenger birds. They will not try anything against an animal standing their ground.

  • @hallarious506
    @hallarious506 Před 4 lety +475

    This is just a guess, but I think, he might be a good boy. Not sure though.

  • @arthurfleck8099
    @arthurfleck8099 Před 6 lety +78

    he's purring just like a domesticated cat, a clear sign that he loves him!

  • @surrakasurovec3641
    @surrakasurovec3641 Před 7 lety +2165

    That purr don't lie

    • @g34r739f
      @g34r739f Před 6 lety +4

      Tony Surove ,money dont lie

    • @entitiessoul
      @entitiessoul Před 6 lety +3

      Yup that is real.

    • @jimistheman9732
      @jimistheman9732 Před 6 lety +21

      Purr, purr, purr, and then he bit my hand off.

    • @Larisa6436
      @Larisa6436 Před 6 lety +15

      Just like my domestic cat! The same sound.

    • @agroumoutis
      @agroumoutis Před 6 lety +1

      What do u mean that purr don’t lie?? I️ don’t know much about cats, just curious. Thank you

  • @jacobsalomon8386
    @jacobsalomon8386 Před 4 lety +230

    People always say tame foxes are like cat software in dog hardware
    Tamed cheetahs almost seem like dog software in cat hardware

    • @BootlegSonicToy
      @BootlegSonicToy Před 4 lety +6

      Exactly what I was thinking

    • @ewhyte8059
      @ewhyte8059 Před 4 lety +5

      Jacob Salomon I don’t think they are tamed cheetahs I think they’re more tolerant cheetahs.

    • @Khanical
      @Khanical Před 4 lety

      E Whyte yeah, cause y’know, they still bite sometimes (atleast game still does) so HES prob not tame, just more tolerant

    • @Hextraordinary13
      @Hextraordinary13 Před 3 lety +11

      Cheetahs have a build similar to a dog if you look at their rear legs. Their claws also do not retract as they are not that kind of predator. When cheetahs evolved -- they kept some traits of canines when canines and felines split off into their separate species. It's fascinating!

    • @yeetyskeet5548
      @yeetyskeet5548 Před 3 lety

      Scoentoficaly they are

  • @mikel724
    @mikel724 Před 5 lety +77

    OMG, I love it! When he saw you he immediately started purring. He loves you and remembered you! So awesome my brother!

  • @TheInsaneCloud
    @TheInsaneCloud Před 7 lety +34

    "The Story of Reuniting with Gabe But Everytime He Says Good Boy It Gets Faster"

  • @GabrieleMeurer
    @GabrieleMeurer Před 5 lety +601

    Gabriel just treats you like another cheetah brother, he does not understand that his tongue injures your skin. Wonderful video!

  • @lizzy9975
    @lizzy9975 Před 4 lety +228

    I'm jealous of you!
    What an incredible relationship! Anyone that says animals don't have feelings, or a soul, are in denial.
    You can see he remembers you, there is just no doubt about it.

    • @gballeng361
      @gballeng361 Před 4 lety +13

      I feel like anyone who doesnt think animals have minds or souls cant hace a mind or soul. Like wtf its such a given. Dogs and cats even make human expressions sometimes

    • @issybella2056
      @issybella2056 Před 4 lety +6

      You are absolutely right! As a few years ago l had the very rare opportunity of getting into an enclosure with a Bengal tiger, what an experience that was. It was only a baby, but his paws were twice the size of my hands; that's when realize how magnificent these cats are.

    • @Riley_1955
      @Riley_1955 Před 4 lety +2

      More like brainless idiot morons....Sorry to say we have alot of those on this planet.

    • @Bembel81
      @Bembel81 Před 4 lety

      No living being has a soul. Religion is fake.

    • @rogerhearn7109
      @rogerhearn7109 Před 3 lety +3

      Riley 1955
      Anyone that says "dumb animals" are the stupidest people on this earth, just look on here to realise how wild animals remember you, and notice because Gabriel remembers him and trusts the female also trusts with no aggression

  • @rmlfilms123
    @rmlfilms123 Před 5 lety +350

    He's a good boy and definitely remembered you :) His girlfriend was pretty cool too :)

  • @Austifornia7
    @Austifornia7 Před 7 lety +745

    "he has a companion cheetah...... she's nice" lol jealousy

    • @jaylablue6515
      @jaylablue6515 Před 6 lety

      Austifornia the cheetah is male🐆🐆🐆

    • @idealsurrealism9587
      @idealsurrealism9587 Před 5 lety +1

      @@jaylablue6515 No shit

    • @ily999as
      @ily999as Před 3 lety

      Or just happy for him. Can't stand goodness when you see it cause you couldn't imagine yourself saying that with good intentions? Hope you're not like that cause unconditional love exists the only question is where does it come from.

  • @Ocho1992
    @Ocho1992 Před 7 lety +100

    "they called him bad boy gabe when I knew him".....that cheetah really turned his life around

  • @hayhaclay3968
    @hayhaclay3968 Před 3 lety +81

    Let's play a game, drink Everytime he says "good boy"

    • @W01f.
      @W01f. Před 3 lety +1

      Drink water up you mean?

    • @JimH420
      @JimH420 Před 3 lety +5

      I would be hammered.

    • @TheGreat1Four20
      @TheGreat1Four20 Před 3 lety +3

      Bro dud man i fhucked up afther 1 minut in2 vedeo

    • @DarkRoninX
      @DarkRoninX Před 3 lety +1

      Let’s up the ante and play Russian roulette . 🔫

  • @dianegonzalez4748
    @dianegonzalez4748 Před 5 lety +188

    The capacity to recognize kindness is amazing. Thanks for this beautiful footage 😺😾

    • @johngoodall7097
      @johngoodall7097 Před 5 lety +3

      You are right Diane was this not the sweetest video that Dolph made?

  • @missbish1000
    @missbish1000 Před 6 lety +278

    Those big kitties missed you dude, they haven't forgotten.

  • @docdisco42
    @docdisco42 Před 6 lety +741

    "Did you cut yourself while shaving?" - "No, I'm friends with a cheetah"

    • @jamesp13152
      @jamesp13152 Před 6 lety +2

      Good one Marco, LOL.

    • @Mhayzey
      @Mhayzey Před 6 lety +1

      Marco Matta - You are funny.

    • @cloudnyle2385
      @cloudnyle2385 Před 6 lety +1

      hahahahahaha

    • @itsjuliam
      @itsjuliam Před 6 lety

      😂😂😂

    • @heirfang2100
      @heirfang2100 Před 6 lety +16

      Marco Matta " I did in fact cut myself while shaving" - "what razor do u use?" - "cheetah" - "what?!"

  • @Lo54Lo
    @Lo54Lo Před 4 lety +47

    Gabe's like "hey I remember... wait bro you stink, first things first you need a bath!"

  • @johnbgood2353
    @johnbgood2353 Před 5 lety +107

    I cried watching this,it reminds me of the bond I have with our cat,whom I've taken care of like a little baby since it was a kitten.
    That cat (Mittens) got me through a severe nervous breakdown.
    I couldn't ask for a more loving cat ever,it curls up and sleeps right by me every night,and of course purrs like crazy. ❤
    Thank God for animals ! ✌

  • @vee-5697
    @vee-5697 Před 6 lety +411

    30% licking 70% Good boy Gabe

  • @Jamie49
    @Jamie49 Před 8 lety +774

    Spoiler alert: Gabe's a good boy.

  • @sugasinfireration5863
    @sugasinfireration5863 Před 4 lety +63

    Some people are able to bond with a cheetah like him and others still try to tame their hamster like me.

  • @YLS8763
    @YLS8763 Před 4 lety +54

    80% Good Boy
    8% Cheetah
    12% Buddy

  • @ChristopherHartbooks
    @ChristopherHartbooks Před 8 lety +236

    I don't know why, but videos like this always make me feel serene and happy.

  • @thegrimyeaper
    @thegrimyeaper Před 7 lety +1380

    I suspect Gabriel is a good boy.

    • @oliversimpson3160
      @oliversimpson3160 Před 7 lety +47

      I have reason to believe your suspicion is correct.

    • @gabesyt4863
      @gabesyt4863 Před 7 lety +11

      thegrimyeaper Yes, I am.

    • @medexamtoolsdotcom
      @medexamtoolsdotcom Před 6 lety +21

      This requires further experimentation.

    • @cindyliew3734
      @cindyliew3734 Před 5 lety +1

      Why gabriel no bite bite him? How come so good? Let say that dude slap and kick the cheetah, do you think the cheetah will attack him?

    • @selamselam1756
      @selamselam1756 Před 5 lety

      :)))))

  • @luckyisme10
    @luckyisme10 Před 5 lety +84

    they recogonize your scent for life.

  • @justmissjamey
    @justmissjamey Před 5 lety +20

    I'm crying!!!! The bond animals have one of the most powerful magic anyone can ever experience

  • @devsox1
    @devsox1 Před 7 lety +77

    Aww he REALLY IS a good boy!!

  • @jerryaprian1049
    @jerryaprian1049 Před 7 lety +59

    now i know why cheetah run so fast, you can heard its machine

  • @dannuttle9005
    @dannuttle9005 Před 4 lety +84

    "He bites too hard"--I suspect this is a per-animal thing. I have one housecat who is a grand master of the gentle bite, which he loves to do. I have another who does not understand this, and always bites as hard as she can (even when it's just affectionate play) so she has learned she is not allowed to bite at all.

    • @ilypolog6252
      @ilypolog6252 Před 4 lety +8

      Dan Nuttle the one who bites too hard was probably taken away from their siblings too young. They’re supposed to be together for the beginning weeks so they can see how hard is too hard by the other kitten reactions.

    • @Khanical
      @Khanical Před 4 lety

      Or the cat was wild and someone tried to tame it, and failed, and it became only a bit tolerant to humans

  • @kgbarrett1521
    @kgbarrett1521 Před 5 lety +10

    This is so cute! Who would dislike this???

    • @bgdanix3450
      @bgdanix3450 Před 5 lety +1

      @spidergirl Whoever is irritated by "good boy"

  • @mattglauner7194
    @mattglauner7194 Před 7 lety +1208

    Name: Gabe
    Code Name: Good Boy
    Sex: Male
    Prefers: Males
    Attributes: Sharp Tongue
    Friends: Dolph Volker (about a year ago)
    Enjoys: Making people bleed, Chewing Thumbs

  • @sabatheus
    @sabatheus Před 8 lety +168

    That is a big 'ol purr-box he's got there.

    • @saraconnor4472
      @saraconnor4472 Před 8 lety

      I thought i was the only one who called cats and "big cats" purr boxes

    • @saraconnor4472
      @saraconnor4472 Před 8 lety +2

      Yeah, cats, kittens and lions have a lot in common

    • @KittenPlayzMC
      @KittenPlayzMC Před 8 lety +1

      +Sara Connor mainly because their all from the kitty family

    • @youmustcreateachanne
      @youmustcreateachanne Před 8 lety +2

      +Sara Connor Lions don't purr.

    • @fuzzywuzacat5009
      @fuzzywuzacat5009 Před 8 lety

      +U Must Agree to Google+ Terms Tho U Don't Want It actually yes they do

  • @mamagen7998
    @mamagen7998 Před 4 lety +15

    We were created to live in love with animals and be their caregivers. One day again it will be so again.

    • @46singledad46
      @46singledad46 Před 4 lety +2

      AMEN the bible tells u it's so. In the kingdom we will pet the lions tigers like you would pet your dog.

  • @imgeegeey4623
    @imgeegeey4623 Před 5 lety +16

    This was truly heartwarming to watch, just beautiful! Thanks for posting. ♥️

    • @CheetahWhisperer
      @CheetahWhisperer  Před 5 lety +6

      :) We are STILL BEST friends today... and Gabe helps me teach about cheetah biology, behavior, science, and conservation. czcams.com/video/ZQEykTghe8c/video.html

  • @janminator232
    @janminator232 Před 7 lety +372

    713 people were not good boys

  • @MercurialRed9
    @MercurialRed9 Před 8 lety +44

    Dude, you say "good boy" as much as you want. It doesn't bother me at all. I'm enjoying the love you two share. Pay no mind to people who feel the need to leave negative comments on a beautiful vid. 💕

  • @brendalippe6917
    @brendalippe6917 Před 4 lety +9

    What a great boy he is. I’m jealous you get to spend time with one of the most fascinating cats in the world.

  • @Raul1971xxx
    @Raul1971xxx Před 5 lety +17

    A beautiful Kitty with a very loud purr.. 🇪🇸

  • @Steppingwithstarling
    @Steppingwithstarling Před 7 lety +928

    I'm only left with one question after this wonderful, educational video
    is Gabe a good boy??

  • @SupaL33tKillar
    @SupaL33tKillar Před 7 lety +470

    Drinking game: everytime he says "good boy" in the video, take a shot.

    • @Haylla2008
      @Haylla2008 Před 7 lety +8

      Drinking game: every time he says "that hurts" in the video, take another shot.
      Don't do this. You'll die.

    • @mosthated_dd1762
      @mosthated_dd1762 Před 7 lety +15

      Haylla2008 you didn't be specific so... *drinks a shot of water*

    • @Haylla2008
      @Haylla2008 Před 7 lety +1

      Narutoz Mlgz Smartass =P

    • @latasha85
      @latasha85 Před 7 lety +12

      i would end up in the hospital after the first 3 mins of this video lol

    • @cancerkiller6150
      @cancerkiller6150 Před 7 lety +17

      103 times.

  • @damianphelps
    @damianphelps Před 5 lety +5

    The trust this guy has is impressive.... cats are there own boss.

  • @silverafamilyadventures9340

    Love your interaction with Gabe. All living organisms are truly connected in many ways!!!❤️

  • @Youngstrawhatjit
    @Youngstrawhatjit Před 7 lety +351

    He has a female companion "she's really nice"

  • @o1Marathonrunner
    @o1Marathonrunner Před 8 lety +48

    it seems pretty clear to me that the cheetah has been missing him!

  • @nakevamuirhead2765
    @nakevamuirhead2765 Před 4 lety +8

    Seeing how beautiful life really is, is just amazing. No matter what animal or species you are, you still have that remembrance of love. This cheetah clearly loves this man and he was just missing house favorite person. 🥰❤️

  • @rubesofer2571
    @rubesofer2571 Před 4 lety +2

    The love between the child and a parent is magic. This cheetah thinks he is loving his parent. Anyone can sense the bond and magic between them- just lovely.

  • @vivi-ll4cn
    @vivi-ll4cn Před 6 lety +162

    “Oh that hurts, good boy good boy.” I love this

    • @CheetahWhisperer
      @CheetahWhisperer  Před 6 lety +11

      I recorded way too much of my mello dramatic crap in there... I know. I've improved my videos since then. I have matured on social media.

    • @mba321
      @mba321 Před 5 lety +13

      Oww, Gabe, you're ripping the flesh off my nose and chin....GOOD BOY, GOOD BOY!

    • @iforgetmygoogleaccount5560
      @iforgetmygoogleaccount5560 Před 5 lety

      Good boy Gabrielle..
      ow that hurts...ow OW THAT HURTS! lolol

    • @scillaburton7160
      @scillaburton7160 Před 5 lety

      Like yea half the video 😂😂😂 he's so patient

    • @GuardianTiger
      @GuardianTiger Před 5 lety +2

      @@CheetahWhisperer NOOO BUT I LIKE IT Hahahaa but I do like some good drama sometimes

  • @buzztrucker
    @buzztrucker Před 6 lety +180

    His purr sounds like an Apache Helicopter.

  • @darrondelange5403
    @darrondelange5403 Před 5 lety +1

    animals NEVER forget. the good or bad. they will treat you in the same manner you left them. i love vudeos like this

    • @elsieallen7113
      @elsieallen7113 Před 5 lety

      @Darron de Lange , 100%True ! Sad so many people don't Realize this or care.♥👍

  • @amyntut
    @amyntut Před 5 lety +7

    This was so sweet. His purring was cute too .

  • @abidababida7096
    @abidababida7096 Před 8 lety +66

    really, don't underestimate big cats, they remember people years later

    • @thewr0ngchild
      @thewr0ngchild Před 8 lety +11

      +Abida Babida Well that's because no animal is stupid, dogs do it too, and very probably several different species too, including reptiles and even fish. The whole '3-5 second memory ' thing in fish has been debunked.

    • @jamaljewel1776
      @jamaljewel1776 Před 8 lety +7

      +thewr0ngchild it just goes to show that every animal is just as if not smarter then humans no animal is dumb

    • @youmustcreateachanne
      @youmustcreateachanne Před 8 lety +1

      +Jamal Jewel some people

    • @amilom007
      @amilom007 Před 8 lety

      +Abida Babida
      home smal cats too

    • @abidababida7096
      @abidababida7096 Před 8 lety

      
      thewr0ngchild well said

  • @Happybidr
    @Happybidr Před 7 lety +149

    Listen to that beautiful purring.

    • @jamesp13152
      @jamesp13152 Před 6 lety +1

      Had no idea they purred, my cat I can hear from a floor away

    • @Umbreona
      @Umbreona Před 6 lety +2

      Lovely no? I love big cat purrs. Cougars sound so cute purring away like a motorboat. Jaguar's attempt at purring sounds like a motor boat being slightly swamped.

    • @glanni
      @glanni Před 6 lety +1

      Even through my headphones this purr cured my depression!

  • @nonsenseinmyhead9016
    @nonsenseinmyhead9016 Před 4 lety +3

    What a beautiful story!

  • @marylaplaca35
    @marylaplaca35 Před 4 lety +6

    I love how he "booped" the camera ❤️

  • @CheetahWhisperer
    @CheetahWhisperer  Před 9 lety +579

    Some have been entertained by how many times I say "Good Boy!" in this video. I can't say it enough. BUT, for everyone who counts the number of times I say "Good Boy", (minus when I say it under the voice overs because its hard to determine) and I'll send you a special private video of Gabriel that no one has seen. I'll give everyone until September 1, 2015. I need to count it as well and then pick out an interesting video of Gabriel doing something naughty.

    • @architgupta5802
      @architgupta5802 Před 8 lety +41

      Dolph C. Volker Sir, you said good boy 84 times exactly ( counted which was audible to me) didint count the good girl.. i would love to see a private video cant get enough of these magnificent creatures! :)

    • @fahrenheit016
      @fahrenheit016 Před 8 lety +23

      Dolph C. Volker It's terrible that people kill these beautiful and amazing animals for their pelt!
      I also counted "Good Boy" to 84 times, but due to partially broken headphones, it is sometimes hard to hear sounds. But I hope i counted right :)
      New sub.

    • @jacklynnnoe6065
      @jacklynnnoe6065 Před 8 lety +5

      You said good boy 84 times I recall.

    • @ShruikanKiller
      @ShruikanKiller Před 8 lety +6

      Dolph C. Volker 84 times you said "Good boy!" ! i would really like to see that video, i really love to see all kind of feline, and i first saw the video of you, laying under a tree with Eden, and this was freaking amazing! man, i would do anything to cuddle a big cat like that! you are one lucky guy that made the right choices in your life to live that! I hope you'll show me that special video! ;P

    • @paddycaker
      @paddycaker Před 8 lety +3

      Dolph C. Volker 84

  • @Giltr0y
    @Giltr0y Před 5 lety +858

    This cat is nicer than 99% of domesticated cats.

    • @CheetahWhisperer
      @CheetahWhisperer  Před 5 lety +58

      A LOT of house cat owners mention this. I was a dog owner most of my life.

    • @daviel6595
      @daviel6595 Před 5 lety +3

      Agree

    • @tonibauer2949
      @tonibauer2949 Před 5 lety +41

      I don’t get that. The many kitties I have had over the years are sweet and loving, even what some would consider doglike in the way they follow me, run to the door when I come home, and constantly seek affection.

    • @Sleepy_Alligator
      @Sleepy_Alligator Před 5 lety +27

      All the cats I've ever had in my life over the years (many) have been sweet, loving friends. Very unique personalities, and ways of interacting, but all absolutely wonderful companions that will remain in my heart and memory always.

    • @karviil2673
      @karviil2673 Před 5 lety +13

      Haha I believe there’re so many nice cats, but some don’t like to show their love by these obvious behaviors that can be easily recognized by human. My cat seldom does these to me, but my kitten always comes and checks my mum’s heartbeat to make sure she’s alive bc my mum doesn’t have a good heart lol. But generally, many domestic cats truly seem indifferent all the time haha

  • @mysticalbloodmatrixreboot2709

    Big cat purring! Priceless!

  • @denisebrown3888
    @denisebrown3888 Před 4 lety +14

    Cheetahs have always been my favorite Big Cats! I would love to be that close up and personal with a cheetah!..60 mph! Go Cheetahs! Majestic animals!🐱🐱🐱🐱🐱🐱

  • @ev0lv3n0w
    @ev0lv3n0w Před 7 lety +9

    Gabriel was purring. Super great story. Animals are so much smarter and more aware than a lot of people will admit. We're responsible to how we treat animals.

  • @MrGriff305
    @MrGriff305 Před 7 lety +470

    That's brave letting a big cat nibble a fragile nose

    • @lexxzus
      @lexxzus Před 6 lety +13

      MrGriff305 Brave or stupid.He put his Hands in there too. Even if I raise them I couldn't do that Just because of its nature

    • @EldritchMage3922
      @EldritchMage3922 Před 6 lety +14

      lexxzus it's nature is mostly like house cats

    • @MrGriff305
      @MrGriff305 Před 6 lety +15

      Wolf King 1. House cats are domesticated and less likely to act on aggressive instincts towards people and 2. House cats often get over-stimulated and bite out of affection or playing too rough.
      That said, if a big cat bites, a person loses their face.

    • @MrGriff305
      @MrGriff305 Před 6 lety +5

      lexxzus .. agreed. I love cats, but they crazy sometimes

    • @jdbandy52
      @jdbandy52 Před 6 lety

      more brass than brains

  • @luckyisme10
    @luckyisme10 Před 5 lety +15

    That's their way of saying they miss you.

  • @secretagent86
    @secretagent86 Před 3 lety +4

    if you say something often enough it must be true... i am handsome, i am handsome, i am handsome, i am handsome. gosh i guess it needs 91 times hahahahaha

  • @AshtonZee
    @AshtonZee Před 7 lety +61

    gabes is a good boy

  • @AztecaOcelotl
    @AztecaOcelotl Před 7 lety +260

    I only have 3 questions. Is Gabe a good boy? Does he like to groom? Does his tongue hurt?

  • @vargo0515
    @vargo0515 Před 4 lety +3

    That kitty just LOVES HIM,,❤💓😉😊! He misses his BUDDY BEAUTIFUL CAT💓💕💖💞💞❤💘💘💗💗🐱

  • @thetooginator153
    @thetooginator153 Před 4 lety +2

    Dolph - I say “good boy” to my cat whenever he does something I want him to do (eat his food, drink water, etc.). I want him to associate “good boy” with approval. So, I think it’s smart of you to say the same thing to Gabriel.
    I also think cats remember people for a LONG time. I have friends my cat likes who visit me once a year, and my cat knows them by sight!

  • @Abbie_Loves_John
    @Abbie_Loves_John Před 7 lety +39

    Awww! That is so cute! Once a kitten licked me and it hurt a little. I know it means love, but I can't imagine what that feels like. My dog has a wayyyyyy softer tounge.

  • @JohnDoe-qo4xd
    @JohnDoe-qo4xd Před 5 lety +380

    This is so amazing. They're the only large cats who purrs. I never forget when I got myself a small kitten; The first evening I was worried about where he'd chose to sleep. II turned off the lights and it took 3 minutes before he jumped up in my bed, pushed his back against my torso and started purring like a Spitfire plane! Before work around 06:00 AM he stood on my chest and gently patted my cheek with his paw - Time to get UP! I want food!

    • @CheetahWhisperer
      @CheetahWhisperer  Před 5 lety +22

      Thanks for watching and commenting!

    • @FCoxUSMC
      @FCoxUSMC Před 5 lety +35

      Actually mountain lion's are the largest cat that purrs.

    • @tonibauer2949
      @tonibauer2949 Před 5 lety +24

      16 years together and my little “cheetah” still wakes me with a gentle but persistent cold little paw to the face when he thinks it is time for breakfast.

    • @jameslatimer1432
      @jameslatimer1432 Před 5 lety +5

      LOVELY story friend

    • @dadagan8815
      @dadagan8815 Před 5 lety +16

      John Doe
      You were fortunate just to get a gentle pat on the face
      My two when they wanted me up. used to climb on top of the large wardrobe in my bedroom and dive from the top on to my chest...... yeah I remember that

  • @spo4bapor777
    @spo4bapor777 Před 5 lety +2

    Thats a good example of treating Animals with care and respect, god bless you sir.

    • @CheetahWhisperer
      @CheetahWhisperer  Před 5 lety +2

      They are very much loved... by me for sure and staff. It shows in their behaviors... glad you noticed it.

    • @elsieallen7113
      @elsieallen7113 Před 5 lety

      @@CheetahWhisperer ♥👍

    • @elsieallen7113
      @elsieallen7113 Před 5 lety

      Another Excellent videos on CZcams is, fly fish, he has deer , I watched all of his videos very Touching.👍

  • @jaidev777
    @jaidev777 Před 5 lety +3

    This is both eucational and compassionate at the same time, which is great. Wild animals are no joke, and yet we know they are sentient creatures whose well-being we should uphold.

  • @arafchowdhury4771
    @arafchowdhury4771 Před 6 lety +119

    for all those saying why he saying good boy he probably said that alot when they met each other and the cheetah probably likes hearing him say that cause he remembers that

    • @CheetahWhisperer
      @CheetahWhisperer  Před 6 lety +43

      It is true. I cannot purr like a cheetah and my "Goodboy" is my purr back to him. But it is ok if people are entertained, disgusted or teasing about it. Gabriel will always be a goodboy to me. I love this cheetah and trying to gain full ownership of him one day.

    • @teslauniversalactivatedtak9916
      @teslauniversalactivatedtak9916 Před 6 lety +4

      +Dolph C. Volker yes and its awful they are endangered..infuriating..the beautiful wise wild.

    • @josephdockemeyer4807
      @josephdockemeyer4807 Před 5 lety +1

      Dolph C. Volker - I noticed that, too, and knew that's what you were doing. He remembered you and responded to your affirmations. So cool!

    • @akumaplantstudios8869
      @akumaplantstudios8869 Před 5 lety +1

      @@CheetahWhisperer That is the most important thing. Nothing else matters. I hope you do get full ownership of him one day. He will always remember you.
      Good luck!

    • @CheetahWhisperer
      @CheetahWhisperer  Před 5 lety +2

      @@akumaplantstudios8869 A couple of years later, I convinced the owner to sell him to me. I am the legal guardian of Gabriel the Cheetah and we are both very happy. I hope to show him some freedom one day on an open game range and walk with him off lead and give him the choice of coming and going as he pleases as I live on this range.

  • @geniefn32
    @geniefn32 Před 7 lety +109

    Take a shot every time he says good boy

  • @kerrym5424
    @kerrym5424 Před 5 lety +3

    Awesome. Thank you for caring for these beautiful loving animals. And for showing us your unique relationship. Fills my heart.

  • @tonyselmanah7411
    @tonyselmanah7411 Před 4 lety +12

    Even animals need love and affection,never mind humans! Through this video we witness
    The power of love.

    • @carloz1536
      @carloz1536 Před 3 lety +1

      Trust and connection are absolute as well, which is why its up to any animal lover to connect with our other fellow residents because most people are disdained by wild animal interaction (they think its stupid to talk to them like they arent beings thay have feelings or intellect) and think we should stay seperate so animals wont get too cozy and bug their living areas, despite many animals habitats being destroyed and species being forcefully relocated to endangerment... Cant blame a wild animal for being untrusting and aggressive towards people, but its a real thing of beauty when despite all of this, connections are made, and animals have been shown to be the most loyal.

  • @Rainlight77
    @Rainlight77 Před 7 lety +141

    7.8/10 IGN
    - Too much "GOOD BOY", not enough cheetah

    • @slushpuppie19
      @slushpuppie19 Před 6 lety

      Gabriel can't help it man, he's a good boy!

  • @MrGriff305
    @MrGriff305 Před 7 lety +109

    cats are affectionate.. awesome creatures :-)

    • @Brancaalice
      @Brancaalice Před 6 lety

      Yes they are like us, if we are short of food in a world collapsed, we eat our loved pet too, even if we are sorry doing that.

    • @glanni
      @glanni Před 6 lety

      Brancaalice
      Are you having that kind of thought whenever you think of cats and dogs, or pets in general?
      Bc this seems a bit out of context.

  • @infini_ryu9461
    @infini_ryu9461 Před 2 lety +1

    "Cheetahs like men" Another mans best friend to add to the clan. 💪🏻

  • @chs1183
    @chs1183 Před 4 lety +1

    He is so majestic you are so blessed to have him in your life

  • @PatrickHolensaber
    @PatrickHolensaber Před 8 lety +76

    Drinking game: Every time he says "Good boy" take a shot.
    Every time he says the tongue hurts, take two shots.