VANLIFE WITH A CAT (how we do it & everything we use & built)

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КОМЕНТАРІ • 103

  • @tanifstephenson
    @tanifstephenson 8 місяців тому +81

    So basically you're saying its chungi's van and she's letting you live in it? 😊

    • @lianeatlarge
      @lianeatlarge 8 місяців тому +8

      That's just the way it is with cats! :)

    • @StuWright
      @StuWright 8 місяців тому +4

      speaking truth

    • @nyxcin1
      @nyxcin1 8 місяців тому +3

      It's better for people to recognize that fact early on and accept it. Your life will be so much easier rather than fight against the inevitable.

  • @nancyml4617
    @nancyml4617 8 місяців тому +55

    What a fabulous job you've done! Cats can squeeze into spaces you'd never believe they can. I still remember the time my husband decided he was going to work on the hot water heater, which was under the refrigerator, and didn't secure the vent access properly when he went for parts. I had an unbreakable rule that the coach didn't move until we knew where the cat was. It seemed like we spent ages looking for her before she came strolling out from under the refrigerator. 😄

    • @jenpink4298
      @jenpink4298 8 місяців тому +11

      That is smart! To not move until you verify where your cat is!

  • @norahsikinhamjah380
    @norahsikinhamjah380 8 місяців тому +26

    Chungus is 12 omg she still looks kitty and cute too..hahaha love you chungus

  • @Mamacat1357
    @Mamacat1357 8 місяців тому +93

    I'm with you on the unscented cat litter. The scents bother me; I can only guess how they would affect a poor kitty.

    • @mightytaiger3000
      @mightytaiger3000 8 місяців тому +1

      Yes! The skin on their beans is vascular and actually absorbs things into the bloodstream.
      So it’s extremely important to use unscented litter. And hopefully not clay as it isn’t environmentally friendly.
      I find World’s Best Litter works perfect.

    • @Mamacat1357
      @Mamacat1357 8 місяців тому +1

      @@mightytaiger3000 We like Blue Ribbon DE, but it's hard to find in my area anymore.

    • @ubetchaslots
      @ubetchaslots 8 місяців тому

      We use unscented nonclay Okocat

    • @SJ-db1lh
      @SJ-db1lh 8 місяців тому

      We use unscented, no/low dust litter also. It's a life saver!

    • @laurenrussell9869
      @laurenrussell9869 8 місяців тому

      ​@@Mamacat1357wahmml8l❤

  • @BTNomad
    @BTNomad 8 місяців тому +7

    I live in a box truck with two kitties, and over the big roll-up door opening I've put up a single car garage magnetic screen that is held in place by Velcro. But, to keep the criminals in, I also put multiple long, extra strong magnetic strips along the bottom to hold the screen tight. Works like a charm.

  • @Jen39x
    @Jen39x 8 місяців тому +14

    Cats can & will go anywhere they can fit their heads. For non van life types that includes furnace vents and possibly floor joists and inner wall space.
    Great job on taking care of Big Chungus

  • @mightytaiger3000
    @mightytaiger3000 8 місяців тому +13

    “We just don’t trust her” haha Hey!😾

  • @errollleggo447
    @errollleggo447 8 місяців тому +15

    Chungus on keyboard, my kitty doesn't do that anymore, but used to do that when young all the time. Wakka (my cat) is senior now.
    Edit: You take such good care of her, makes me smile.

    • @_cherry_marly_
      @_cherry_marly_ 8 місяців тому +2

      i have two cats and one of them miracoulusly knew she's not supposed to walk over the keyboard whilst the other one does not give a fluff :D

  • @ronagreenfield9545
    @ronagreenfield9545 8 місяців тому +42

    Love ❤ how you have included so many things to ensure Big C's comfort and safety living van life.

  • @iPhone-eb9cz
    @iPhone-eb9cz 8 місяців тому +13

    There’s something very soulful, inspiring and beautiful about being so thoughtful and conscientious in considering the needs and well-being of the animals who are your companions in life. How you take care of Chungi is so sweet and I wish everyone took the approach that you guys do. I feel a huge sense of kinship with you guys for that reason. ❤

  • @carolineevans8139
    @carolineevans8139 8 місяців тому +30

    Yall seem like conscientous cat owners. I love seeing yall and Chungi on my feed. ❤

  • @smalls9852
    @smalls9852 8 місяців тому +8

    Lol if there are secret hiding places, a cat will find them all. Story of our lives.

  • @rebeccaknishka1250
    @rebeccaknishka1250 8 місяців тому +14

    Love how many things you have done for Chungus! You’re such great pet parents! The only thing my cat likes to scratch is the cardboard pads. Saved my furniture! Maybe it’ll help save your seats. ❤

  • @WorldWideCynthia
    @WorldWideCynthia 8 місяців тому +7

    Oh, your new dark hair really brings out the blue in your eyes. Chungleson Poppy Seed's the cutest van kitty!

  • @lorz6878
    @lorz6878 8 місяців тому +20

    chungi is living on hell of a comfortable life, travel goals ✨

  • @JM-bv9sn
    @JM-bv9sn 8 місяців тому +8

    We used pine pellets for kittie litter. The pellets are hard for their toe beans so we mixed in pine shavings, all from Tractor factor. It's non toxic, almost dust free, minimum tracking and super cheap. Cleaning takes a little getting used to though but it's worth it.

  • @user-fd9jo5jz2c
    @user-fd9jo5jz2c 8 місяців тому +16

    I love her so much! She looks so much like my little Fiona ❤

  • @ManUntdForever
    @ManUntdForever 8 місяців тому +15

    Chungus staring forlornly at her bin of food LOL!

  • @jenpink4298
    @jenpink4298 8 місяців тому +13

    This was so interesting! I would never have thought of some of those things, like the boards that you have to prevent her from getting all the way into the back if she climbs over everything. Thanks for sharing all of these tips that you guys had to learn the hard way. Big Chungus forever!❤

  • @vivip2273
    @vivip2273 8 місяців тому +6

    Chungi’s castle bc she’s a princess! 🐱 ❤

  • @bobbylee2853
    @bobbylee2853 8 місяців тому +9

    Chungus is the boss cat!

  • @judydominguez59
    @judydominguez59 8 місяців тому +7

    Chungas licking dishes 😂 my kitty Bella does the same..my fav is seeing BC making biscuits..now we say the same in our home 😊. Happy for this video, you guys are good parents ❤. Happy Travels Big Chungus.
    Southern California ⛱️

  • @joylynnburkhardt3202
    @joylynnburkhardt3202 8 місяців тому +17

    Great job keeping Big C’s stuff all organized!

  • @_cherry_marly_
    @_cherry_marly_ 8 місяців тому +3

    big chungus is already 12?! i'm shook! it's always lovely for me to see her because she looks pretty similar to my cat (2 years old and a bit smaller) and they even have some character similarities like trying to sneak out of their home or prostesting against unwanted cuddle sessions. my cat Juno is really attached to me, especially since i'm 9 months pregnant. she always sleeps at my feet/ legs.
    and all cats are the same with knowing exactly where their food is, aren't they?😅

  • @ahnessa
    @ahnessa 5 місяців тому +2

    The audio on this is phenomenal

  • @valeriaproductions
    @valeriaproductions 8 місяців тому +6

    Great idea to have a tracking collar on ! I’m thinking of getting one for my cat.

  • @liztippet-nv9xi
    @liztippet-nv9xi 4 місяці тому +2

    I’m a huge fan of Baby Chungus! Thank you for sharing your stories with her. You are giving her the best life!

  • @StuWright
    @StuWright 8 місяців тому +3

    i like that your kitty likes the window u made ! cute

  • @MsBritishwoman
    @MsBritishwoman 8 місяців тому +4

    Love this vlog with show and tell relating to chunkus needs and wants. She does need more treats, though ..FYI 47,000 a day just isn't cutting it!❤ your channel!

  • @boardbuslife
    @boardbuslife 7 місяців тому +2

    We've had the same cat backpack for years! 😻 Honestly it's the best one I could find to keep her cool and open up for space, plus the locking zippers are nice too 😼

  • @1stJohn3.9-10
    @1stJohn3.9-10 3 місяці тому +2

    I'm wanting to build out a 100% Stealth box truck with no windows to travel solo.
    I have a cat, but I'm not sure how to create a stealth CATIO to keep my little baby cool, while I gone for a couple of hours. I was thinking of creating a small opening in the floor down into a cage so she is covered, hidden, and has a breeze

  • @amandaparkeradams7965
    @amandaparkeradams7965 6 місяців тому +2

    I’m thinking I may design the platform with a section up at the front for the litterbox, but have it on a pull out shelf to the back with storage on the rest of the shelf. It’ll be easier to clean for me (I’m disabled). And have a gate at the door for it so I can keep her from escaping when I have it pulled out.

  • @WestCoastAngel101
    @WestCoastAngel101 8 місяців тому +6

    Wow first! Love your videos and big chungus❤

  • @djkirkaldy8723
    @djkirkaldy8723 8 місяців тому +3

    Great job taking care of our favorite Big C.!

  • @TowneSquareSinger
    @TowneSquareSinger 8 місяців тому +3

    I love this cat! So snuggly!

  • @user-sj9km6iv7b
    @user-sj9km6iv7b 8 місяців тому +2

    Chungi ❤️ chungi chungi ❤️❤️❤️ chungi ❤️

  • @t0er3793
    @t0er3793 8 місяців тому +4

    Great advise for a great life from Chungi😊

  • @romee3859
    @romee3859 8 місяців тому +1

    Big Chungus is adorable ❤

  • @az55544
    @az55544 8 місяців тому +2

    Best scratching post is a 2x4 screwed into something solid where they love to scratch. Can a 2' length be attached to the back of the chair where she scratches? The cardboard scratchers are fine, but what they really want is pine. Mine goes to town on one I have screwed into the frame of my sliding glass door.

  • @eowyn237
    @eowyn237 8 місяців тому +2

    Such a wholesome video; I love how thoughtful and creative you were with designing the space. ☺️ This might be one of my favorite builds in general: it has such a homey, lived in and aesthetic vibe. So happy to have found your channel and to follow along on the journey!

  • @lindasadler6338
    @lindasadler6338 8 місяців тому +3

    Chungie is the cutest!! ❤

  • @stever3658
    @stever3658 5 місяців тому +1

    I like that you have two trackers on her collar. Is Big Chungas microchipped, too?
    It's a great cat friendly design. You two people and Big Chungas are all great! 👍👍🐈

  • @Sydneywizard
    @Sydneywizard 5 місяців тому

    As for the smell of the litter tray, try mixing sodium bicarbonate in with the litter. It absorbs all sorts of odours and is non toxic and cheap as.

  • @SJ-db1lh
    @SJ-db1lh 8 місяців тому +1

    Great video and ideas! Ya'll are great pet parents. Chungus is living her very best life! 💜

  • @Rav3nclaw43
    @Rav3nclaw43 6 місяців тому +1

    I love that name

  • @lianeatlarge
    @lianeatlarge 8 місяців тому +1

    LOVE your day in the life videos with this gorgeous tortie. Really makes my day!

  • @deedeeotero4475
    @deedeeotero4475 7 місяців тому

    Your van is beautiful & it’s heartwarming to see how much you’ve considered for your build, your gorgeous kitty’s 🐈💖 needs when building it.
    I’m a low income senior lady on a fixed income who is going to be living in a van w/my 9 cats.
    Is there any hope I can get a “no build” build done so we can all be together (safely)?

  • @pavel9652
    @pavel9652 6 місяців тому

    Great video and good job accommodating your van for a cat. I think you should have observed where she was scratching and put a scratchpad there. Ideally, a better one than the original surface and use it as a sacrificial layer. You would probably need multiple scratchpads to protect all places.

  • @nicoller4042
    @nicoller4042 8 місяців тому +1

    I got the cat mansion thanks to you guys😊❤ thank you! Great info and Chungy is tooo cute! You two as well

  • @youngs6358
    @youngs6358 8 місяців тому +4

    chungi is too cute

  • @shamyshamuswow213
    @shamyshamuswow213 7 місяців тому +1

    Ok idk why we have the exact same taste in pet gear. I have the same back pack as you, same leash, same harness, same collapsible water bowl

  • @procatprocat9647
    @procatprocat9647 Місяць тому

    Well you've totally put me off.
    Thanks for the video !

  • @TangovagabondTV
    @TangovagabondTV 8 місяців тому

    6:04 😼 ah, hooman, you think a clip is another to stop me from climbing to the counter jumping over? lol

  • @no_worries_van
    @no_worries_van 8 місяців тому +1

    Snow & Curt literally built a screen door inside their sliding door lol

  • @gabrielleszafir
    @gabrielleszafir 8 місяців тому +1

    So cool to see how you guys do it! I make UA-cam videos in a similar spirit as you and am coming up on a year on the road with my two cats 🐱 🐱 appreciate seeing how you guys do things. Honestly great idea to have both tractive and tile. ❤

  • @000luvrnhatr000
    @000luvrnhatr000 8 місяців тому +1

    I always look forward to these videos on Sunday 🧡

  • @zengazenga5366
    @zengazenga5366 8 місяців тому

    Awesome video!

  • @mr.jangel
    @mr.jangel 8 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for this vídeo, it helps so much for my future plans 🎉

  • @louisetrujillo5192
    @louisetrujillo5192 8 місяців тому

    She is soooo cute!!😻😽

  • @etharaa588
    @etharaa588 8 місяців тому

    Love your new hair, slaaaay 💅💓💓 Big chungus is sooo cute 🥹♥️

  • @hollisterlasers-ion8939
    @hollisterlasers-ion8939 8 місяців тому

    So pretty

  • @tessab566
    @tessab566 8 місяців тому

    Would highly recommend using the wood pellet litter-so much less mess and the smell is way better!!!!

  • @jenniferd2094
    @jenniferd2094 8 місяців тому

    Also, your hair looks beautiful!

  • @brigid6609
    @brigid6609 8 місяців тому

    I have a net for preventing the cat falling out of the window, maybe if you can put it up it will keep her in, although my cat tries to find a way to get behind the net and I'm on the same side as he is, what i mean is she might be trying harder when she sees you at the other side of the net 🤔

  • @user-gn7ho3td5n
    @user-gn7ho3td5n 3 місяці тому +1

    Do you think it'll be hard with two cats? You are giving me some great ideas for my cats thank you

  • @jenniferd2094
    @jenniferd2094 8 місяців тому

    Chungus has it pretty good!

  • @garysiddaway3657
    @garysiddaway3657 8 місяців тому

    Really enjoy your videos and love Big Chungus. Great content😂❤

  • @wearebillionyearoldcarbon9563
    @wearebillionyearoldcarbon9563 Місяць тому

    Me and my boyfriend are living in a static caravan with my cat in a chalet park cos I've been revenge evicted and it's a hell of an adjustment, I'm having to keep him in for 2 weeks but he's got out 3 times and idk what to do 😭. I'm gonna try the GPS collar and let him out gradually but cos I'm living between two motorways and there's caravans he can go under I'm terrified something will happen to him but he's used to being and outdoor cat so i can't keep him in forever. These are good tips you've given.

  • @paolamorales6557
    @paolamorales6557 8 місяців тому

    Great job!!! I love big Chungis. Qq you feed her a lot of wet food?

  • @karenhsu3610
    @karenhsu3610 8 місяців тому

    She’s 12?! Oh wow she looks so young ❤

  • @Rulialroy
    @Rulialroy 8 місяців тому

    💯 ❤

  • @exploringrvdude7817
    @exploringrvdude7817 Місяць тому

    How do you cope with the inevitable temperature swings that come with mobile living? I've been thinking about getting a can but I'm concerned about the times that it gets both really warm and cold, summer and winter.

  • @brownbuter
    @brownbuter 7 місяців тому

    @ 6:50, how important is that broken windshield 😅

  • @abigaillewandowski8697
    @abigaillewandowski8697 29 днів тому

    Hi! How old was your cat when you started out?

  • @nhatinator
    @nhatinator 8 місяців тому

    What if you and your partner go in a long hike and leave chungus in the van. How do you keep the temperature controlled if it’s an especially hot day or something?

    • @isthatrubble
      @isthatrubble 8 місяців тому +4

      they've made I think a short about this before if you want to go find it, iirc they have lots of vents, window shades and they avoid really hot places so the van can stay cool

  • @deborahbarry8458
    @deborahbarry8458 8 місяців тому

    VACUUM - please give the brand (and maybe a link)

  • @snailstones4148
    @snailstones4148 Місяць тому

    My cats make such a a mess of the litter box, even with a litter mat there are pebbles enerywhereeeeeee. I feel like they would be in every crevice of the van. I don't know if there's any solution other than a litter robot?

  • @asteria4279
    @asteria4279 8 місяців тому

    Scented litter is the worst! It doesn't cover up a big stinker, and boxes should be cleaned often anyway. If the litter box stinks, it's time to clean it, not spray perfume on it.

  • @MrGillb
    @MrGillb 8 місяців тому +1

    How does the spice rack work? is it just magnets?

    • @_cherry_marly_
      @_cherry_marly_ 8 місяців тому

      they show in their van tour video. it's really strong magnets

    • @MrGillb
      @MrGillb 8 місяців тому +1

      @@_cherry_marly_ nice, I'll do this in my small apartment

  • @snekzz5222
    @snekzz5222 8 місяців тому

    20

  • @GrapevineTexas111
    @GrapevineTexas111 8 місяців тому +2

    Big Chungus❤

  • @loveHstuff
    @loveHstuff 3 місяці тому

    Great informative video :) I was wondering what vaccinations does she get? Only the regular [feline distemper (panleukopenia) + feline viral rhinotracheitis (feline herpes virus 1) + calicivirus] combo or something more?

  • @livurq
    @livurq 8 місяців тому +1

    First

  • @sfoeric
    @sfoeric 8 місяців тому +1

    I love Big Chungus

  • @amandamendoza9660
    @amandamendoza9660 8 місяців тому

    Can I travel with you guys??? 😅😅😅 Who named her Big Chungus?? Take care God bless ❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @keepcreationprocess
    @keepcreationprocess 2 місяці тому

    You are with 2 people heh, one can film ..?

  • @Ironclad17
    @Ironclad17 8 місяців тому +1

    Algorithm pushing the van streamers again. Who do I have to bribe at youtube?

    • @electrogeek77
      @electrogeek77 3 місяці тому

      You commenting is just going to encourage the algorithm.