Nothing brightens a gloomy, lethargic day better than seeing an adorable image online. It could be a baby laughing, old couples being silly, or, in this case, funny cat memes.
Even if you’re not a cat lover, you’re about to see photos that can turn a frown upside down. But this list may strike a chord if you are a feline parent.
Scroll through these pictures and see what makes these furry creatures so lovable to many people.
#1 Soooo Adorable
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#2 How Could It Not?
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#3 Ohhhh The Left One Has Heart Shaped Nose!!!??
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Many people give cats a bad rap because of their perceived unfriendliness, especially when compared to dogs. But research shows that they make better pets than one may think. For one, cats prefer human interaction over food, as revealed by this 2017 study.
#4 I Call The Flies That Die On My Floor Nigel. He Should Be Very Happy
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#5 I'm Sure He Has Very Good Reasons!
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#6 I Would’ve Done The Same ?
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Another study revealed that having a cat could benefit its owner’s health. Researchers observed a lowered risk of heart disease among people with cats.
As veterinary pathologist Lawrence McGill explained to Medical News Today, one possible reason is that cats don’t require too much hands-on attention compared to dogs. It then leads to lower stress levels for the owner, which decreases the risk of cardiovascular issues.
#7 Better Yet, Bring Them Somewhere Safe
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#8 Horror
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#9 Well She Does Wear A Tuxedo Every Day
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A study from the Fauna Communications Research Institute in North Carolina found that a cat’s purring can be therapeutic for humans.
Researchers analyzed the purring frequencies of 45 different species of cats, which is between 20 to 50 hertz. The findings reveal that such frequencies are close to the range of ultrasound therapy.
#10 Dance, Kitty, Dance!
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#11 My Precious Little Healer
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#12 The Cat’s Expression!
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A study conducted by Indiana University professor Jessica Gall Myrick found that simply looking at cat videos can improve one’s mood.
Some participants of her research reported feeling more “energetic” and “positive” after seeing a cat video online. Others had fewer negative emotions like anxiety, sadness, and annoyance.
#13 That’s An Ewok
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#14 Mine Loves My Laundry Basket
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#15 My Cat Likes Soda Bottles. She Thinks The Hiss Is Scary Tho
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Many people prefer having cats as pets because of how much cheaper they are to own and maintain.
According to the Southern Arizona Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center, having a cat neutered or spayed can cost an average of $145. However, the cost for the same procedure for a dog can range between $190 to $220.
#16 This Is Hilarious ? And Awesome
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#17 Meownager
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#18 Be Careful With Flowers And Plants Some Can Poison Cats
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Cats are also better at helping eliminate common house pests, making them a favorite among many pet owners. They are natural hunters, primarily preying on rats, flies, moths, and roaches.
#19 Puurrrrfect Relationship ❤
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#20 I Think My Mom Had One Like This For Our Dog When I Was Growing Up!
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#21 I Didn’t Tell My Cats About The Time Change And They Haven’t Figured It Out. It’s Bought Me An Hour!
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As pointed out by small-animal expert Christina Donelly, cats are also innately cleaner. Part of their instincts is to dig a small ditch and bury their droppings to hide their territory from potential predators.
Most pet owners will likely agree that having litter boxes is much more convenient than having to scoop up dog poop from the ground.
#22 I Have The Pawah!
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#23 Scrolled Past, Then Burst Out Laughing As My Brain Caught Up
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#24 My Cat Would Kill Me If I Did That With Her
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#25 You Also Receive Dead Birds, Vomit On Carpet, 3am Zoomies
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#26 I Have A Beautiful Demon And Terrifying Idiot
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#27 Nursing A Difficult Patient When You Are Already A Half Hour Late In Knocking Off And Its Almost Midnight
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#28 Looks More Like The Cat Vom Dash To Me Lol
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#29 Why Is The Black One So Handsome Though. He Thinks He's A Pop Star ?
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#30 Cat's Gotta Cat
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#31 Confirmed
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#32 Nooo Don’t Do This To Your Car It’ll Grow Up To Be A Functioning And Well Rounder Member Of Society
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#33 *oc* So Real
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#34 I Like The Little Slippers
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#35 Free The Homie, He Didn't Do Anything! ?
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#36 My Cat At 3 Am Purring On My Pillow
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#37 *purr In Water*
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#38 Funny-Memes-I-Could-Tag-My-Cat-In
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#39 I'm Awake At 4 30am Cos That's When My Alarm Goes Off
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#40 Always. If They Only Let Me Catch Them
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#41 Not Normally A Very Fast Moving Item. They Tend To Stay On The Shelf For Ages
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#42 Also, Me Teaching My Cat American English: “- American. Cat. - Treats.”
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#43 Kittah Toes! ?
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#44 I Can Just Hear That Kitten Screaming. ???
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#45 Pet Be Like : Youre The Problem, U Should Die ?
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#46 That Is Soooo Cute
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#47 Other People's Drama Is Okay ???
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#48 Same Bruh
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#49 Lmfao It’s Me
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#50 Everytime ?
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