I grew up with several cats and they each had very spirited personalities. They can do the funniest things at times and often get themselves into trouble. I had a cat who loved to walk along a ledge in our house like it was a balance beam. Thankfully, she never fell off. Maybe she was honing her agility skills.
Nacho the Oriental Shorthair cat figured out a way to do a home spa treatment and became somewhat of an internet sensation.
The TikTok from @orientalhonks featured Nacho standing on the counter as his feet stretched out to the dishwasher door that was partially opened. The unique positioning allowed the pretty kitty to feel the steam from the kitchen appliance warming his toes and legs (aka ‘salad tongs’). Apparently, the video of the cat’s creative “wellness” practice went viral when it was posted for the first time about a year ago.
The caption shared that this enterprising approach to self-care was all due to Nacho’s ingenuity.
“Those of you who know Nacho know that he is not just any cat — he is an innovator,” the post explained. “A thinker. A spa visionary who discovered that the warm steam from a running dishwasher is the ultimate way to heat up one’s salad tong legs.”
Nacho’s Steam Bath Is on the Fritz
Apparently, Nacho is going to have to wait to resume his daily self-indulgence since his family’s dishwasher isn’t working.
“Sadly, the original spa is currently out of service,” the post shared. “We’ve tried every possible fix (including spare parts and desperate prayers), but the steam remains silent.”
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Thankfully, a replacement purchase is being planned so the feline can get back to his required pampering sessions.
“We’re now saving up for a new machine – one that can live up to Nacho’s high standards of luxury leg-warming,” the story continued. “Hopefully, the grand reopening of the Spa will happen before Christmas… The Honk who waits shall be steamed again.”
Followers are sure to stay tuned to Nacho’s social media accounts for his return to his thermotherapy regimen.
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This story was originally reported by Parade Pets on Nov 12, 2025, where it first appeared in the Pet News section. Add Parade Pets as a Preferred Source by clicking here.