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Stephen Colbert Confirms Something Really Insulting About Cats

"The Late Show" host bared his claws interpreting a study about whether household cats recognize their names.
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Stephen Colbert just got catty ― about cats.

Citing a recent study suggesting that pet cats can respond to the sound of their names, “The Late Show” show host on Tuesday delivered a frisky punchline. (Fast forward to 2:24 above.)

It may seem harsh, coming from a man who once used a cat named Mr. Whiskerpants to help him analyze a presidential debate, but we’re thinking the comedian really believes cats are charming.

Right?

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