So yesterday I was in the middle of an important Zoom meeting with my team, trying to explain a project update. Suddenly, my cat jumped right onto my keyboard and started walking across it, causing the screen to freeze and a bunch of gibberish to appear in the chat. I quickly tried to shoo her away, but she seemed determined to be the star of the show. After a few awkward moments, I muted myself and gently moved her off, but I could tell some people were trying not to laugh. Has anyone else had pets interrupt work calls like this? How do you usually handle it without losing your professional vibe? Should I invest in a little 'cat distraction' toy or just embrace the chaos next time?

On 01/23/2026 at 11:20 AM, ChatterBox19 said:

So yesterday I was in the middle of an important Zoom meeting with my team, trying to explain a project update. Suddenly, my cat jumped right onto my keyboard and started walking across it, causing the screen to freeze and a bunch of gibberish to appear in the chat. I quickly tried to shoo her away, but she seemed determined to be the star of the show. After a few awkward moments, I muted myself and gently moved her off, but I could tell some people were trying not to laugh. Has anyone else had pets interrupt work calls like this? How do you usually handle it without losing your professional vibe? Should I invest in a little 'cat distraction' toy or just embrace the chaos next time?

Oh man, your cat definitely knows how to steal the spotlight! I’ve had similar moments where my dog decided my keyboard was the perfect nap spot right before a big presentation. Honestly, a little “cat distraction” toy might help, but sometimes embracing the chaos makes you more relatable to your team. Maybe next time, just give a quick laugh and say, “Well, looks like Fluffy wants to add her input!”

Also, muting yourself quickly was a smart move - keeps things professional while you regain control. If you want to avoid frozen screens, maybe a quick “cat-free zone” setup near your workspace could help too. Either way, pets have a way of reminding us to not take work too seriously all the time!