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In true feline form, cats aren't in a hurry to jump onto our laps.
According to one comprehensive study that looked at the spread of domesticated cats, DNA analysis suggests that these animals lived for thousands of years alongside humans before they were domesticated. During that time, their genes have changed little from those of wildcats, apart from picking up one recent "update": the distinctive stripes and dots of the tabby cat.
Since the moment they decided to join our households, felines have completely taken over our lives. In ancient Egypt, for example, people built cemeteries for them—Egyptians mummified their kitties and made statues for them that are exhibited in museum collections across the world to this day.
Of course, our life has changed dramatically during the last couple of millennia, but our love for cats has remained the same. Continue scrolling to check out this original Bored Panda list to learn why. When you go through the funny cat pictures we collected, fire up our similar publications dedicated to them here, here, and here.
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My Crush Just Told Me Over Text That It Was "Unmanly" For Men To Have A Cat. I Sent Her This
It is believed that cats started hanging around farming communities in the Fertile Crescent about 8,000 years ago, where they formed a mutually beneficial relationship with humans as their rodent patrol.
"Since domestic cats are remarkably similar to their wildcat ancestors, they retained a side to them that is fierce and elusive," Lucy Hoile, a Certified Clinical Animal Behaviourist (CCAB) who specializes in these animals told Bored Panda.
"However, they are surprisingly adaptable, living comfortable lifestyles in the most urban of areas and forming strong, affectionate relationships with the people they live with. These two features of the pet cat make them an enigma that is difficult to find with any other pet species."
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Larry Good Cat
Some dog lovers might argue that cats are selfish and arrogant, but Hoile reassured us that felines are still living with us because they know we can provide them with significant benefits, and not just food and shelter.
"Cats will often form strong emotional attachments to their owners, identifying them as part of their social group through facial and body marking. Cat owners are now more than just bringers of tasty food and a warm bed!"
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Caught This Absolute Angel Begging For Treats
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Look At The Markings On This Cat
And just because the average kitty sleeps around 16 hours a day, that doesn't mean they're lazy. They simply need to stay sharp!
"Being opportunistic hunters, they are built for short bursts of activity when prey presents itself," Lucy Hoile explained. "Periods of rest in-between are essential to conserve energy at other times of the day."
In fact, some of these furry critters (just like dogs) have no trouble earning their living through honest work. Just take a look at these bodega cats who keep convenience stores and corner shops pest-free!
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Apex Predator
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Close Enough
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I Have A Question
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Black Cat Kinda Sus
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The Committee Against Vacuum Cleaners
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Hi!
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I Found This Little Boy In The Countryside, Alone. Initially He Was Scared, Now He Seems To Be Pretty Comfortable
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Onwards, My Noble Steed!
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Catflix And Chill
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It's Joke?
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She Didn't Like Her New Ears
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"Describe Your Cat In One Picture"
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A Motion Sensor Sign
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Important Q
Dorothy Parker 3 years ago (edited)
The one on the right is Alfred Hitchcock. The left could be Donald Trump. Which would drive him over the edge. If you play with the fur you could turn Don into Cary Grant.
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What The Hex??!!
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Halloween Costume Sorted
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The Cat Burglar Has Struck Again!
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Getting Head Is Best
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Where Is The Syrup, Stanley?
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The Way My Cat Sleeps
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Behold The Glorious Whiskers Of Shoulder Cat
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If You Can't Hide A Crime Scene, Just Pretend You Are A Victim
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He Thinks He's Being Sneaky
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These Rolls Are Homemade
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How Could You Be Mad At Her With Eyes Like Those
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"I Do Not See The Humor In This"
Dorothy Parker 3 years ago
Upper cat is clearly contemplating the demise of lower cat aka googly cat.
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Today I Was Extremely Sad And I Thought "I Can't Wait To Go Home And See My Cat, He Will Make Me Happy". Ok Well I Found Out He Was More Depressed Than Me
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Proud Daddy With His New Litter
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I’m Remodeling My Basement And All The Ceiling Tiles Were Just Removed. I Found My Cat Like This
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If You Bite Me In The Face, You Get The Bowl!
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The New Spiderman Movie Got Me Confused
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I Found Our New Church
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Wait...
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Being Sexy For Ya
Lauren Caswell 3 years ago (edited)
Yes, draw her like one of your French girls, she said pre-emptively
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Delightful Cat Photos To Brighten Your Day
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My Cat Is Sleeping Very Strangely...
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When Your Cats Creates Gradient While They Eat
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Jailed For Smol Crimes
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College Life
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Blursed_meeow
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"Be There Or Be Square" Me:
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What do you think ?
Lisa 3 years ago
I have to admit I am friends with more dogs than cats, but dogs are more social. So the few cat friendships are special. These are not my cats btw, I can't imagine not being friends with your own cats.
Rissie 3 years ago
Dogs are not more (or less) social, they are different in their social behavior.
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Lisa 3 years ago
I have to admit I am friends with more dogs than cats, but dogs are more social. So the few cat friendships are special. These are not my cats btw, I can't imagine not being friends with your own cats.
Rissie 3 years ago
Dogs are not more (or less) social, they are different in their social behavior.
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