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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

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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

Larry Good Cat

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Tee Witt
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

His first time out and he thought of you, he is saying a big thankyou for his new home

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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.

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"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

Caught This Absolute Angel Begging For Treats

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Look At The Markings On This Cat

Look At The Markings On This Cat

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Beck(formerly Becca/Gizmo sq)
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My black cat cricket just had 6 kits last week. One is black with and orangy head with a perfect black square on the right half of his face. I want to call him q-bert. (CUBE-bert)

Rebecca Trinkner
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have never seen that before! How neat! I thought the pic was a cat outside while it was snowing lol.

Minnie-me
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

“Traveling through hyperspace ain’t like dusting crops, farm boy."

°-_SARDONYX_-°
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Who else didn’t read the title and just thought it was winter 🤣

Lucky2BAlive
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Please tell me they named her Stars, or Connie - short for constellation.

Carrie Laughs
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I expect the kitty was completely black to start with - this looks like vitiligo. Shame though, I love the thought of the little cat being called freckles!

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Otter
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I know a cat like that, a sort of Siamese with white speckles! Is speckling really unusual?

Gary Geracci
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11 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks like someone flicked a brush with white paint on it at him

Isabelle ST
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've only heard about 1 other cat with that color problem. WOW ❤️ Such an amazing color.

Shirley Heyn
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not sure that is a cat, I'm thinkin' a new species? Reverse Leopard. . .? Black Fawn. . .?

Jackie Wacky
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow! Those are amazing markings: they almost don’t look real.

mamafrog
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wait, I think I need to adjust my monitor settings...the picture seems a little fuzzy?

Steph
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sad story: I had a black labrador with spots like that - because he was splattered with boiling oil as a puppy. Took a long time for the skin to recover. Most of the burned skin never grew hair back, but on some spots, he grew white dots. Looked like a "negative" Dalmatian. Still sad, because he suffered hell and blinded.

Pamela Scott
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hope this is just a beautiful pattern he happens to have ! We could me seeing spots that were either bleached or far worse it could be scarring sometimes if they have something happen that causes damage but the fur is able to grow back it comes back without pigment.

Mickie Shea
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is extremely rare cat. Once forbidden to write about in holy scriptures or somewhere. It's known in Slovaria as a spotted black scat. Know for there sweetness.

Jim Price
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The Universe has sent an observer to see that we are properly observing It.

Emma Gee
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I thought it was snowing! Vitiligo kitties are beautiful.

Robert Hart III
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This cat's name should be: Orion, Galaxy, Midnight (I know), Galileo, or Hubs (short for Hubble)

My Name Is Mars
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Feline vitiligo. My black cat has it. He was born solid black and stayed that way until he was about 2. He started getting white dots of fur after that and was diagnosed with feline vitiligo. He's now 13 and handsome as ever

K R
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What's that stone? Obsidian snowflake? Something. This cat is amazing, unreal.

Samantha Melnychuk
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This cat looks like everything around the bleach bottle after my husband sets it down without the lid put back on.

Karen Grace
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The muzzle looks like Vitiligo, but the spots seems an unusual presentation.

Julié Marie
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks like there is always a disco ball somewhere near the cat and the spots are the reflection :D

PixxelDust
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I would be forever going to brush the dust off the cat before realising and stopping myself

Hilary Mol
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The pattern of a spotted fawn, and the coloring of a reverse Dalmatian. This cat is cool.

Isa Trip
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I thought it was snow! that is super cool. Reverse dalmatian kitty

Suzanne Clark
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's incredible, I've never seen markings like those--snow cat indeed.

Eb
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful eye colour: it's like there's a light on inside! Perfect with the wintery colouring.

Rockstar
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Please tell me their name is like nightsky or midnight or something

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

After the Nyancat hype we of the interwebs are proud to present: GALAXY CAT.

Tee Witt
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Now that cat is unusual, I have never seen one like that before, a feline Dalmatian (in reverse)

Samantha PandaNotBored
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Poor cat, it desperately needs attention . It looks as though someone has sprayed it , also with green paint .some people don’t deserve to be alive 😡

Jenny
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don’t think the cat has been sprayed with paint. It looks like s/he has vitiligo, which causes fur to turn white over time.

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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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The Committee Against Vacuum Cleaners

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I Found This Little Boy In The Countryside, Alone. Initially He Was Scared, Now He Seems To Be Pretty Comfortable

I Found This Little Boy In The Countryside, Alone. Initially He Was Scared, Now He Seems To Be Pretty Comfortable

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She Didn't Like Her New Ears

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A Motion Sensor Sign

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Important Q

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Dorothy Parker
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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

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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#24

The Cat Burglar Has Struck Again!

The Cat Burglar Has Struck Again!

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Getting Head Is Best

Getting Head Is Best

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The Way My Cat Sleeps

The Way My Cat Sleeps

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Behold The Glorious Whiskers Of Shoulder Cat

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

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

How Could You Be Mad At Her With Eyes Like Those

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#33

"I Do Not See The Humor In This"

"I Do Not See The Humor In This"

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#34

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

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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Vicky Z
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thinking all of your life choices....or thinking that your hooman will come at make you happy again!

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#36

I’m Remodeling My Basement And All The Ceiling Tiles Were Just Removed. I Found My Cat Like This

I’m Remodeling My Basement And All The Ceiling Tiles Were Just Removed. I Found My Cat Like This

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#37

If You Bite Me In The Face, You Get The Bowl!

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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Wait...

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#41

Being Sexy For Ya

Being Sexy For Ya

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Delightful Cat Photos To Brighten Your Day

Delightful Cat Photos To Brighten Your Day

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When Your Cats Creates Gradient While They Eat

When Your Cats Creates Gradient While They Eat

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I. I Don’t Even Know

I. I Don’t Even Know

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Let Me In. Let Me In!

Let Me In. Let Me In!

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Samantha PandaNotBored
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Bring your cat in at night simple. Step 1. . Call cats name to come in . Especially in cold weather ✋🙄

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My Cat

My Cat

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Otter
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You bought the fake grass just to troll the cat, didn't you, you evil bastard!

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#56

We Got Bored And Our Cat Is A Heavy Sleeper, So We Helped Him Live Up To His Nickname

We Got Bored And Our Cat Is A Heavy Sleeper, So We Helped Him Live Up To His Nickname

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It Takes 2 To Tango

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MAL
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is possibly my favorite cat picture of all time.

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#60

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Discovered Strange Marks On My Butter. My Suspect Is Not A Good Liar

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Delightful Cat Photos To Brighten Your Day

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#63

Our Cat Isn't Happy About Our Door-Opening Response Time...

Our Cat Isn't Happy About Our Door-Opening Response Time...

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Sitting On Its Owner's Shoulders And Head During A Bus Journey In Lithuania

Sitting On Its Owner's Shoulders And Head During A Bus Journey In Lithuania

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Just Opened Up A Fresh Jar Of Cat

Just Opened Up A Fresh Jar Of Cat

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My Cat Stanley Decided To Sit On My New Cat Harriet. I Have Only Had Her For Two Weeks And They Already Entertain Me Daily

My Cat Stanley Decided To Sit On My New Cat Harriet. I Have Only Had Her For Two Weeks And They Already Entertain Me Daily

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Our Wedding Plans Changed And We Had A Small Covid Wedding At Home

Our Wedding Plans Changed And We Had A Small Covid Wedding At Home

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#71

"Sometimes It's Only Madness That Makes Us What We Are"

"Sometimes It's Only Madness That Makes Us What We Are"

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Mittens Is Refusing To Make Eye Contact With His Vet, Or The Room, Or Anything But My Armpit

Mittens Is Refusing To Make Eye Contact With His Vet, Or The Room, Or Anything But My Armpit

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Samantha PandaNotBored
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That’s how I feel about life too, so don’t worry . It comes to us all eventually 🤷🏼‍♀️😂

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That Face When You Start A New Job And Can’t Remember Anyone’s Name

That Face When You Start A New Job And Can’t Remember Anyone’s Name

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Cat Refuses To Play With Anything... Until I Get A Bit Of String Out

Cat Refuses To Play With Anything... Until I Get A Bit Of String Out

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#81

"Hooman, You Go First"

"Hooman, You Go First"

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Debbie
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They are part of the conspiracy. Waiting for you to start movin downstairs, and the moment you want to put your foot down they start walking right under it, causing you to want to move your foot to another place but alas, there's a cat there too, and by then you're on your way down reaaaallly fast...

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We Keep One Cube Empty For Her

We Keep One Cube Empty For Her

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My Mom Received A Kitten From My Cats Litter. She Updates Me On His Shenanigans Often

My Mom Received A Kitten From My Cats Litter. She Updates Me On His Shenanigans Often

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Who's Your Worm Guy?

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#89

He Falls Asleep Like This All The Time

He Falls Asleep Like This All The Time

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Cat Flower

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#91

It Can Be Seen That He Is Very Tiring

It Can Be Seen That He Is Very Tiring

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You Seeing This

You Seeing This

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Nikole
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Love it! I frequently hold one of my cats up to the bathroom mirror. I'm not weird.

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#97

Tell Me Why This Is What I See When I Walk Into The Bathroom? Lol

Tell Me Why This Is What I See When I Walk Into The Bathroom? Lol

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Just My Neighbors Cat Taking Her Afternoon Nap

Just My Neighbors Cat Taking Her Afternoon Nap

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