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Pet cats have their own little quirks, one being the ability to slip into the most unusual places around the house. Before you know it, you’re finding your furry feline friend balled up in a small cardboard box under your bed.
Many cat owners have since documented these funny episodes and shared them in a subreddit called “The Cat Trap Is Working.” Scrolling through the page, you’ll see photos and videos of house cats in fish tanks, on top of clothes, and cozily snuggled in the kitchen sink.
As always, we’ve picked out some of the best still images from the page. Whether or not you’re a cat owner, here’s your dose of giggles for today.
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#1
He Has Come For Your Toes
#2
I Waited Two Days For This Picture
#3
Tiny Trap, Tiny Catch
All cats are natural predators, and hiding in a small, confined space is their way of scoping their surroundings for potential prey. It’s likely why they naturally gravitate towards the inside of your kitchen drawers.
"They are actually more comforted by being in dark locations where they can see the things that are around them,” veterinarian Dr. Cherice Roth explained in an interview with Business Insider.
#4
This Is Gary's Cat Trap!
#5
This Was Bound To Happen
#6
I Was Sent Here To Show You How Effective Cat Traps Can Be At The Foot Of The Bed. Everyone Tucked In Nicely, Nobody Gets Squashed In Their Sleep!
If you notice your cat’s seeming fixation with cardboard boxes, Dr. Roth says it’s another way for them to channel their predatory instincts. But in this case, they prefer the texture of cardboard’s surface to run their claws onto.
As Dr. Roth explains, it’s all about satisfying their urges to scratch something, which they will either hold onto or dispose of.
#7
Someone In The LEGO Sub Said You Guys Might Like This
#8
The Store Clerk Asked If He Could Throw Away The Box. I Said I Needed It
#9
He's So Proud Of How Sneaky He Thinks He Is
A cat’s bodily structure also allows them to squeeze through tight spaces. As the Maryland-based Catonsville Cat Clinic explains, a feline’s shoulder blades are attached to their bodies by muscles, not bones, making it easier for them to contort.
These features also give them an evolutionary advantage. As International Society of Feline Medicine head Nathalie Dowgray explained to Live Science in an interview, cats' ability to fit into tiny crevices allows them to hunt small prey while enabling them to hide from potential predators.
#10
16 Weeks Old And Trapped Already!
#11
My 20 Pound Maine Coon Requires A Larger Trap. This One Works Every Time!
#12
I Told My Wife There Was No Point Buying An Expensive Trap
However, cats may squeeze into spaces in your house that are not safe for them. Washers, dryers, and unseen crawlspaces are examples, and owners should be aware of these.
Cats Protection UK advises blocking off areas where your beloved pets may find themselves trapped to avoid possible mishaps. This includes closing your toilet lids to prevent them from climbing in and drowning.
#13
Caught A Couple Of Criminals
#14
Louie Usually Gets Trapped In The Sink
#15
Socially Distanced Kitty Trap
We would also like to hear from our readers, especially feline parents. Do you always find your pet cats in the oddest places in your house? Which was the most peculiar of all? Share them in the comments below!
#16
Mobile Traps Deployed And Working
#17
They’re Huge Fans …
#18
The Elliptical Trap. At Least Someone Uses It!
Janissary35680 13 hours ago
Beautiful short-haired Ankara. I'm guessing female from the eye color. We had one of these. She was the first cat to adopt us after we got married. Deaf as a post.
#19
How Often Should I Feed My Pet Fish?
#20
After Making A Pan Of Brownies, I Covered It With A Hand Towel To Protect It From Curious Cats. This Only Attracted Racer To A Comfy Brownie Bed
#21
I Left My New Jeans Out While I Went Out, Came Back To This Trap Situation
#22
This Is Ted. Ted Was A Stray For At Least Four Years Before He Let Us Befriend Him. He's Been Living The Indoor Life For Two Months Now And He Loves It
#23
Unconventional, But Effective
#24
$10 Meat Lovers Trap Is Working Well
#25
I Was Hoping This Toy Would Be A Hit But, All He Does Is This
#26
Trapped In A Bird Feeder
#27
Only Packing The Essentials
#28
Out Of The Entire Couch She Chose My iPad To Sit On
#29
Shes So Smug About It As Well
#30
Success! Rosie Is Trapped!
#31
Shoe???
#32
Uni In His Favorite Box
#33
I Got A Big Bowl Out To Start Cooking, Then Grabbed Some Ingredients. This Is What I Turned Back Around To
Janissary35680 12 hours ago
I see a packet of raw ground beef there. That would have vanished the moment you turned your back in our household.
#34
He Did Not Fit…and Yet He Sat
#35
Dilemma: To Remain In The Snuggle Box Or To Go For The Salmon??
#36
You Leave The Table Unattended For One Second And This Idiot Sits In The Empty Bread Basket
#37
The Catch Is Pretty Bountiful Today!
#38
Lap Trap
#39
Wife And I Assembled The Bassinet And Our Cat Thinks We Bought It For Her
#41
The Secret To Peaceful Coexistence Is A Trap For Each Cat…
Cereal Box 16 hours ago
The orange bois got deluxe models! What's that on the right? I can't believe you caught anything with that!
#42
You Don’t Even Need An Actual Box To Catch Cats
#43
I Can’t Believe He’s Actually Using The Box I Bought Him!
#44
Caught Some Big Game In This Small Trap
#45
She Packed Herself For My Trip Apparently
#46
It's Misty's Birthday And She Got Her Dream Present - A Box From Costco With The Perfect Chin Scratcher
#47
The Box Is Also An Arm Rest
#48
I'm Sorry, It's The Only Size We Have In Stock
#49
Red Trap Is More Effective Than The Blue One
#50
Today Is Henry's First Birthday!
Note: this post originally had 63 images. It’s been shortened to the top 50 images based on user votes.
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CT 16 hours ago
My cat has been living with me for 3 years, he has never been in a box... I left some lying around, but he is not interested at all
Tempest 11 hours ago (edited)
Set up the Christmas tree and stretched out a tree skirt at the base. 5 minutes later a four pawed fluffy gift had already set base there. Now we can’t place the gifts under the tree cause it’s her new “bed”. However, she never attacks the tree like the Internet kitties so I’ll give her credit for that!
CT 16 hours ago
My cat has been living with me for 3 years, he has never been in a box... I left some lying around, but he is not interested at all
Tempest 11 hours ago (edited)
Set up the Christmas tree and stretched out a tree skirt at the base. 5 minutes later a four pawed fluffy gift had already set base there. Now we can’t place the gifts under the tree cause it’s her new “bed”. However, she never attacks the tree like the Internet kitties so I’ll give her credit for that!
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