Intimidating The Gluttonous Beast, likely to keep his glutton in check.
Afraid of Mr. Chicken after the April 27th incident.
Dr. Smudge is a new cat recently spotted at the feeder. He appears on the Happy Canteen and his first sighting was on February 23rd, 2024, at approximately 2:16 UTC+8.
Dr. Smudge licking the catnip ball (click to see gif)
Unlike most male cats, he does not have the honorific of "Mr.", but instead has the honorific of "Dr.".
Dr. Smudge appears to be the curious sort, indicated by how he has been seen sniffing around the cat house and often looks around while eating. He also likes the catnip ball on the wall opposite of the feeder bowl.
Appearance
His coat is mostly white with orange patches. He has a distinct pattern on his upper back that resembles a splatter. His lower half and tail are orange while his hind legs are white. He has two small orange dots above his eyes as well.
Top view of Dr. Smudge
Sightings
LFT = Local Feeder Time
February
February 23th, 2024: At 2:16 UTC+8, Dr. Smudge appeared for the first time and ate from the feeder for a while. Afterwards, he played, licked the catnip ball, ate a bit more, and then left.
February 29th, 2024: At 11:17 pm (LFT), Dr. Smudge appeared from the shadows and ate from Mount Kibble while being watched by Mr. Beetle, once noticed, Dr, Smudge continously growled at Mr. Beetle until leaving after 20 minutes.
March
March 3rd, 2024: At 10:09 pm (LFT), Dr. Smudge was spotted eating from the feeder. During the time of his presence, there was a moment where he was seen growling to a cat outside then continue on eating.
March 8th, 2024: Spotted at 11:58 AM (EST) chomping, nibbling, may even be inclined to say, 'comiendo'.
March 10th, 2024: Spotted at 1:37 PM (LFT) stuck around for over 10 minutes chowing down.
March 11st, 2024: Spotted at 1:31 AM (LFT) Dr. Smudge appeared and scared away Ms. Kibble and then leave at the same time.
March 24th, 2024: Spotted at 4:38 AM (LFT) Dr. Smudge appears to the feeder, scaring away Mr. Beef. Looks noticeably worse for wear, with a very crusty face.
April
April 3rd, 2024: Seen at 00:51 (LFT). Dr. Smudge arrived to the feeder during the rain, with their eyes being somewhat better. He ate for seven minutes, receiving some more kibble during so.
Dr. Smudge, Mr. Chicken, Mr. Egg and Ms. Warn on April 27th.Dr. Smudge crawls into the feeder and watches Mr. Chicken eat until he leaves.April 27th, 2024: At around 5:00 PM (LFT) was seen in the feeder eating, getting snacks and kibble stuck on his mouth twice. He was subsequently pushed out of the way by Mr. Puke, staying with him for around 15 minutes. The encounter was peaceful. Later, Mr. Egg hesitantly entered the feeder to eat. Dr. Smudge did not interfere. Shortly after Mr. Egg's entrance, Mr. Chicken sniffed his butt repeatedly. At the same time, Ms. Warn snuck up from the top right. Dr. Smudge refused to leave, remaining the left (top view) corner of the feeder. Ms. Warn left at 5:27 PM. The trio of white-orange cats remained in a tense situation for another several minutes, Mr. Chicken eventually losing interest at 5:29 PM, but returning after half a minute and sniffing Dr. Smudge again. Kibble and snacks were then dispensed and Dr. Smudge returning to eating. Soon after, Mr. Chicken entered the feeder. What ensued was a very intense stand-off, Dr. Smudge growling and hissing at the other cat for several minutes. The reason for this is unknown. He was eventually scared off, sitting outside the feeder as the other cat began to eat. Eventually, at 5:36 PM, Dr. Smudge crawled back inside, stalking Mr. Chicken from behind as he ate. The rest of the encounter was tense but peaceful. Mr. Chicken stopped eating at 5:41 PM and left the feeder, leaving Dr. Smudge alone. He proceeded to lay down, exhausted by this event.After successfully intimidating Dr. Smudge, Mr. Chicken claims his prize. Dr. Smudge watches on, devastated.
(Not every cat sighting is documented.) (LFT = "Local Feeder Time")
Gallery
Dr. Smudge's huge eyes.
Dr. Smudge licking his lips.
Dr. Smudge from above
Dr. Smudge staring
Dr. Smudge with crusty eyes, staring into the feeder
Dr. Smudge's eyes as of April 3rd, 2024.
Dr. Smudge getting a snack stuck on his mouth.
Snacks get dispensed on Dr. Smudge's head, much to his dismay. Mr. Egg can be seen. (GIF)
Dr. Smudge's side profile. Beautiful.
Dr. Smudge investigates snacks and kibble. Kibble is dispensed.
