#11

22points
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#12

22points

The Majestic Opossum 9 hours ago
Now I realize why everyone had fake plants up there…
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Having observed cats for almost the entirety of their lives, the experts, without doubt, have seen many funny and strange behaviors of felines. We were curious to know their favorite ones!
“One of my favorite quirky cat behaviors is the flehmen response, which lots of people call the ‘stink face.’ When cats make that funny grimace—curling back their lips and opening their mouths—they’re actually using a special organ in the roof of their mouth called the Jacobson’s organ,” Caron explains.
“This organ helps them pick up on scents and chemical signals that their nose can’t fully process on its own. So, while it looks a little silly, it’s actually an important way cats take in information about their world.”
#13

21points

JL 6 hours ago
And he got judgier.
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#14

20points

The Majestic Opossum 9 hours ago
This is the Psycho shower scene we all need to see
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#15

19points

R1MV4Superleggera 5 hours ago (edited)
Cat: “Nope! I don’t have ANY regrets at all! Now, I you excuse me, MY pizza is getting cold”
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Schulte’s top picks of quirky cat behavior are zoomies and kitty loaf.
“Zoomies is a sudden release of pent-up energy, driven by their natural predatory cycle of hunt, catch, kill, and consume. If their usual daily play isn’t satisfying this cycle, the energy builds up, leading to a sudden, frantic release of sprinting around at top speeds,” she notes.
“Another for me is the ‘kitty loaf.’ This is when a cat tucks all four paws neatly underneath their bodies to look like the perfect baked loaf, or as I say, banana loaf. The rational explanation is actually quite nice. This indicates comfort and security; they’re not in fight or flight, just relaxed in a loafing position, a signal.”
#16

19points

The Majestic Opossum 9 hours ago
Clearly he is being held against his will
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#17

19points

Lee Banks 9 hours ago
The Sun does in fact shine out of my b******e. Thanks for asking.
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#18

19points

NJ P 7 hours ago
Don’t let him near any electronic devices.
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Van de Kieft couldn’t pick just one or two favorite feline quirks—she finds that so much of what cats do is delightful.
“Everything from having zoomies—running from one end of the apartment to the other—to the funny noises they make, such as chirping or trilling, which is normal communication for cats, but I find it so cute. I also love how graceful they are when they are jumping to high spots,” she says.
“Recently, my cat Luke likes to be on my lap at night. Not just resting on my lap. He likes to sprawl out on me, so I end up holding him like a baby with my arms stretched out supporting him while he gazes up at me and falls asleep. I’m unable to move my arms at that point, or I’ll disturb his rest. It’s ridiculous and adorable at the same time. This is not only comfortable for him, but it’s also our daily bonding moment outside of playtime and mealtime.”
#19

17points

R1MV4Superleggera 5 hours ago
Hahaha! Cats just want to taste, if they don’t like it..meh! But if they do like it…”Gimme that, you Ruler commands you, ya peasant hooman!”
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#20

17points

Tonyah Mcanelly 9 hours ago
MAY THE POWER OF WATER COMPELL YOU !!!
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#21

17points

Beth Wheeler 9 hours ago
The 1 on the left looks like my 14 yo cat that died Monday night 😿
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These examples given by experts only scratch the surface of cat behavior. There are many other behaviors that set them apart from other pets that first-time cat owners might not be aware of.
“I would say one of the biggest surprises for first-time cat parents is the importance of scent and territory. Unlike other domesticated pets (the dog’s bond primarily comes through social hierarchy and obedience), the cat’s bond to their environment comes through scent marking (rubbing, scratching),” Schulte explains.
“They also require clearly defined and structured territories. The cat’s primary stress signal often isn’t loud vocalization (like a dog might bark or whine), but a subtle change in routine, hiding, or even house soiling (this behavior is often mistaken for defiance or spite). Cats are also the absolute masters of masking illness and stress, which is a key to survival but often surprises and frustrates new homes.”
#22

17points

Grace Sssssss 9 hours ago
I just blorted out laughing
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#23

16points

The Majestic Opossum 9 hours ago
That’s the only kind of drunken mistake I want to make
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#24

16points

The Majestic Opossum 9 hours ago
Pure poetry! Amazing! Beautiful! Transcendental!
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Caron additionally mentions that for most cats, safety and stability are the foundation of their behavior. “Understanding this helps first-time cat owners better support their pets and build a strong, trusting relationship.”
Van de Kieft adds that first-time cat owners might be surprised by how much enrichment they need. “I don’t mean to say they are difficult, but first-time cat guardians are often surprised by how much stimulation they need, particularly if you adopt a young, active cat.”
#25

16points

R1MV4Superleggera 5 hours ago
Either is sending messages to every cat on the planet to begin their World Domination or is ordering some Scottish salmon…I really hope is the latest
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#26

16points

NJ P 7 hours ago
When you have to wait for the other guy to finish.
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#27

15points

Beth Wheeler 9 hours ago
Poor scared babies
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To keep cats happy and healthy, experts gladly agreed to share their top tips, which we summarized in the bullet points below:
- Play with your cat every day and provide additional stimulation such as puzzles, games, and maybe even training.
- Your cat wants a job—make them work for their food or their treats, using puzzle feeders, or even just hiding kibble around the house.
- Feed a diet that is high in animal protein and moisture, appropriate for their species.
- If you notice signs of stress or changes in behavior, don’t ignore them.
- Never punish your cat, as that can be harmful. Try to understand the motivation for unwanted behaviors.
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#28

15points

NJ P 7 hours ago
When your hermit crab outgrows his shell
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#29

15points

B Hobbs 7 hours ago
“You did it wrong. No, I am not going to explain what you did wrong. Right now, I am busy trying to shred your clothes. After I am done, you will probably be busy trying to cover yourself and stop the bleeding. So no, I am not explaining. Go check that all knowing Internet thingie.”
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#30

15points

Norm Gilmore 7 hours ago
Bought one of those when I inherited my second cat three years ago. Never used….
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#31

15points

Dee Rutherford 8 hours ago
‘Stache
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#32

14points

Sara Frazer 7 hours ago
Wow if I was a cat that would be the most perfect little hammock
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#33

14points

Dee Rutherford 8 hours ago
Don’t. Even. THINK about it.
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#34

14points

Serena Myers 9 hours ago
Before I took our little rescue Vale to the vet, I tried to weigh him. According to the bathroom scales he weighed 3/4 of a ounce. Do not trust bathroom scales!
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#35

14points

A. Br. 5 hours ago
Reverse Panda Cat
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#36

13points

Zig Zag Wanderer 6 hours ago
Dyslexic cat….
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#37

12points

The Majestic Opossum 8 hours ago
Or cat chew toy 🤷🏽♀️
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#38

12points

Grace Sssssss 9 hours ago
That is the best cat name.
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#39

12points

Tonyah Mcanelly 9 hours ago
Do I have broccoli in my teeth again?
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#40

12points

B Hobbs 8 hours ago (edited)
Get the cat their own FitBit account and tell them to stop using your account.
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#41

12points

Beth Wheeler 9 hours ago
Pretty fluffy babies
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#42

11points
#43

11points

Tonyah Mcanelly 9 hours ago
bro stepped on a lego
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#44

11points

Sara Frazer 7 hours ago
My partner was just using an emulsion blender in a pot of soup and all 3 cats ran under the couch 🙁
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#45

11points

Tonyah Mcanelly 9 hours ago
its his support melon
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#46

11points
#47

11points

The Majestic Opossum 9 hours ago
Moment before impact
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#48

10points

The unnamed one 3 hours ago
I saw this and was like oh my god chungus cat
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#49

10points

B Hobbs 8 hours ago
“Same to you, fella!”
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#50

10points
#51

10points

Tonyah Mcanelly 9 hours ago
Professor Dumbeldors spirit animal
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#52

10points

Edda Kamphues 2 hours ago
And is visibly shocked.
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#53

10points

Edda Kamphues 2 hours ago
More like: I am square.
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#54

10points

Bookworm 3 hours ago
And he’s nailing it
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#55

9points
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#56

9points

The Majestic Opossum 8 hours ago
What in the name of Samuel L Jackson am I looking at?!
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#57

9points

Edda Kamphues 2 hours ago
Take. It. Off.
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#58

9points

B Hobbs 8 hours ago
I suspect that you need to become really good friends with a couple of butchers.
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#59

9points
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#60

9points

Poppy 7 hours ago
He’s opened his third eye
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#61

9points

Emilu 8 hours ago
“I fits; therefore I sits.”
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#62

8points

R1MV4Superleggera 4 hours ago
Coworker? Naah! He’s the Boss! The numero 1, el Jefe
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#63

7points
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#64

7points

The unnamed one 3 hours ago
TAKE ME INSTEAD
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#65

7points

Serena Myers 9 hours ago
Yes, she is.
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#66

7points
#67

6points
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#68

6points

Sara Frazer 7 hours ago
Now it’s a tardigrade
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#69

6points

Poppy 7 hours ago
It’s an alien
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#70

6points
#71

6points

AnnaB 4 hours ago
Beautiful coloring.
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#72

5points
#73

5points
#74

5points

NJ P 7 hours ago
You have an infestation.
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#75

4points

Serena Myers 9 hours ago
Seen this before, many times. Poor scared kit.
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#76

4points
#77

3points
#78
