This Instagram Account Shares Animal Pictures That Are Impossible To Explain, Here Are 50 Of The Funniest
We love animals more than life itself, and we’re always up for a hearty laugh. And at the point where humor overlaps with our pets is where the true magic happens. You know it deep in your hearts, dear Pandas, it’s true.
That’s where the ‘Nonsense Animal Images’ Instagram account comes in. A celebration of all things humorous and bizarre in the urban animal kingdom, the page pushes the boundaries of what we think we know about our pets and their behavior. Peculiar looks on a cat’s face and doggos breaking the laws of physics—that’s just the tip of the iceberg.
Scroll down for the most amusing article you’ll see all day. Don’t forget to upvote the photos that you enjoyed the most, be sure to share ‘em with your friends who need a mood boost, and tell us all about how weird your own pets are in the comments.
Vet Nurse Nina Downing from the PDSA, the UK’s leading vet charity, was kind enough to talk to Bored Panda about our pets' behavior and at what point owners should start getting worried. At the core of this lies our ability to distinguish what wacky antics are innocent and par for the course, and which actions might cause a pet health professional to raise an eyebrow in concern.
Some behaviors which we take for normal might actually indicate a larger problem, but we’re not aware there’s anything wrong because we’re so used to them; that’s when an outsider’s opinion might prove vital. Be that a beloved family member, trusted friend, or longtime vet.
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Even is this is entirely Photoshopped, it's still freaking cute.
I thought the same thing...pretty sure white markings don't just disappear/change color completely when they age
Load More Replies...What loves! But please think about slimming down orange kitty as he ages. Being overweight is dangerous for a cat; diabetes is a real threat.
My sisters' have cats that have a very similar size ratio- and it is worth noting that we don't know how big the brown cat in the last photo is because that can certainly contribute- Their second cat is undersized since she became a mom very young so the growth ability was used on the babies. (When she was feral) But their bigger cat is twenty five pounds of cat. He has had all of his blood work done, he's been checked for any abnormal conditions. My sister's friend who is a vet commented that if she heard a 25 pound cat was coming in, she expected to see a cat which was round with little legs sticking out. But no, the 25 pound cat is just... A cat. Just a really really big house cat.
Load More Replies...It's the breeds, I have the same cats and my orange one is a chubby kitty and stays between 20-25 pounds but the Grey one has been 5-7 pounds for years, however oddly they're both from the TABBY family 🤔
Load More Replies...Good Heavens - the gold tabby grew up to be gigantic! Or the grey tabby had small genes!
I have a photo of my son at 4 years old, that we took at JC Penney some 25 years ago. When we went to pick up the pictures (after waiting two weeks) when I looked closely at his hands, I spotted a lizard. A real lizard. Not his pet, just a friend he caught that morning and took with him for photos. I asked him about it and he said, 'oh yeah. I found him. I put him back when we got home. He peed in my pocket.'
“Our pets get up to all sorts of mischief and they can get themselves into funny positions that make us laugh. What is important though is that we are able to recognize what is normal behavior and what could be an issue for our pets or have developed as a result of a physical health problem,” PDSA Vet Nurse Nina shared with Bored Panda.
“Behavioral issues can develop over time, this gradual onset can mean we become accustomed to subtle changes in behavior and begin to think of it as normal as we’re seeing them every day. In some cases, a friend or family member who doesn’t see your pet regularly may highlight a behavior as being a potential issue, that you may have considered to be normal.”
When the boss says that everyone takes pride in desk decoration
Its been 84 years since i got a petting... I want to die in your arms if that's the last tjing i do...
Chicken are so underrated man, they do be great as a pet.
Well you can't really have them inside, but they're hilarious. Speaking as an owner of a flock.
Load More Replies..."Do you want to come out and play?" "Hold on let me ask. ... Mom said no."
Nina, from the PDSA, noted that our pets are all individuals in their own right. That means that they have their own unique behavioral traits.
“But if you think that your pet’s behavior is out of the ordinary, then it quite possibly is and should be investigated by your vet,” she urged pet owners to consider seeking professional assistance.
“Some examples of strange behavior as a result of a physical underlying issue could include; staring into space or fast blinking, toileting in inappropriate places, crying, or vocalizing randomly. If your pet has developed a new or unusual behavior that you feel is out of character, discuss this with your vet.”
Yes - That is definitely asking for a poke!
Load More Replies...I wonder if that's a mom cat trying to escape her kittens for some rest. It looks like there's two nipples showing
Yeah I scrolled back to look...you are correct!!
Load More Replies...I bet after that pic was taken one of them couldn't resist and pushed the other off.
Ni-kitties?? With the little tails as 'The Swoosh'??
Load More Replies...‘Nonsense Animal Images’ currently has just shy of 69k followers who can’t wait for their newest posts. They’re a lot of fun. But beyond all the giggles and smiles, they also make us think deeply about the context beyond each picture.
After all, we’re seeing a pretty peculiar side of these animals. A side that some might not even be aware of exists if they don’t have pets of their own at home. But now the secret is out: our beloved pets are huge derps and do stuff that’s just as weird (if not weirder!) than even what we’re capable of.
During a previous in-depth interview with Bored Panda, certified cat behavior consultant Ingrid Johnson, who founded the Fundamentally Feline project, spilled the beans about the secret lives of cats.
She told us that, depending on an owner’s bond with their pet, they can help reduce stress and improve their mental and physical health. Generally speaking, the more we’re familiar with our pets’ needs and behavior, the happier we’ll be with them as our pets. Or, in other words, the more time and effort we put in, the greater the emotional (or is that ‘emeowtional’?) rewards.
Aw, this one is so hilarious and cute. The dog's expression "what the heck ...".
If you were staring directly into that maw, I am sure you would have the same reaction.
Load More Replies...to be fair, i would have the same reaction if someone put a fish in my face
My dogs are so spoiled. We give them fresh fish skin when ever we go fishing
Maybe consider adding some fresh cooked or canned pumpkin (not pie filler). Pumpkin is so good for dogs and cats
Load More Replies...Freddy: hey sista, you saw me hold that flag right?
Load More Replies...Wait it's called that in English? It was "Narzeczona dla Kota" or somthing in Polish, which was like betrothed to the cat or something XD
Load More Replies...An this when the cat went to fight the mice. The great fight of 1800s
Yah, Steve too a bit too much medication this morning.
Load More Replies...I was about to say...insert Hedwig joke here. 😊
Load More Replies...Hahahaha. This made me lol. Real owl is thoroughly unimpressed! haha.
"For many people, our pets are a great comfort, a best friend, a listening ear, and a source of unconditional love. Sadly, for others, their cat might stress them out, or they might find the cat annoying,”
The cat behavior specialist shared with Bored Panda that a superficial understanding of a pet’s needs can lead to negative experiences as an owner. A lack of understanding about how to best take care of the pet, train it, and meet its needs, however, isn’t an unsolvable issue.
“Those pet parents should seek the help of a qualified behaviorist! While some research claims that pets relieve stress and lower blood pressure, other studies have disproven this theory,” she said that it’s normal to seek help if we find ourselves out of our depth.
hahahaaha I had not noticed the cat's head popping out in the background. Thank you!!
Load More Replies...grandma be like STOP IT JIMMY,THIS IS NOT HOW YOU TREAT GUESTS!!!! then the cat in the back be like "my evil plan is all coming together HaHaHa!!!😈"
Omg I just noticed there's a cat in there lmao the chaos is almost palpable
Looks like the dog has just trod on something belonging to the human
"Not to be negative in any way, but cats often self-preserve. This is how they have survived and evolved to be survivors over thousands of years. Their instincts are generally to hide to avoid danger or to flee,” Ingrid told us that a cat’s loyalty is most often to itself above all else.
♫ ♪ ♫ Everybody was kung fu fighting Those cats were fast as lightning In fact, it was a little bit frightening But they fought with expert timing ♫ ♪ ♫
Load More Replies...It took far too long to comprehend the dynamics of this pic, but in my defense I'm very high right now.
Let's break the hooman's minds with cutness and brain overloads!
Hopefully a door facing the backyard so they can watch squirrels and birds
Load More Replies...My dog does this. Then she licks her butt, and the effect is ruined
“They prefer not to fight as that increases the potential for injury. An injured cat cannot hunt and take care of themselves so 'going into battle' is not their first choice," she explained that cats (generally) shouldn’t be expected to protect their owners like many dogs would.
Does whatever a spider-hamster does! Can he swing from a web? No he can't, he's a hamster.
Load More Replies...I’m sure he’s wearing one of those butt lift leggings. I mean, look at him..
I feel like there needs to be a follow up......how high did tighty mcbutt get and what happened if/when he got to the top?!
I just literally lol'd and spit my drink everywhere. You just made my day.
Load More Replies...Denis hates the fact that his name was written wrong in his ID. with a P instead of a D
Well if he passes out he doesn’t have to worry about guys drawing a diick on his face
"How was school today, honey?" "It was pretty rough mom". Poor little floof! I saw a panda a while back with the same unfortunate facial pattern - they should be roommates and have a sitcom. :)
Ingrid stressed that cats “often like us best when we play hard to get.” That means when we want to cuddle and snuggle them, they might run away. Of course, that doesn’t mean there aren’t feline snuggle bugs out there! There are plenty. But as a general rule, if you want your cat to pay attention to you, pretend to ignore it.
I mean, sure, there's some murder mittens going on here. But, look at that sweet sweet chair!
(for those who don't know, 21 is the drinking age in America)
Load More Replies...If I had a kitten do that, it would be kissed to within an inch of its life.
Bouche's coat is very close to this kitten's, and Bouche is kissed within an inch of his life. I have the teensy-weensy holes all over me to prove it.
Load More Replies...I have heated floors, my 3 cats did that all the time, til I shut the heat off...
Load More Replies..."Respecting an individual cat's preferences for engagement is a good way to respect them," the cat behaviorist explained that each owner should have a deeper understanding of what their pets want and should act accordingly. Some might love attention, some might hate it. Some might love doing nonsense things in front of the camera.
I WAS JUST TRYING TO BE HELPFUL, HELEN, don't get your feathers all ruffled.. I mean, uh oh.
Mom’s home. Time for the babysitter to leave—-but only after Mom pays up.
All scissors again? Someone's going to have to play something else!
The car also comes with two front cup holders that can fit cans, bottles, a thermos, large soda or a kitten.
Just put a velcro strap across the middle gap and it's a purrfect kar kitty karrier
Cat specialist Ingrid told Bored Panda how else we can show our cats that we love them. Aside from feeding them, of course. Giving them food, water, and litter isn’t enough for our pets.
"Providing a feline-friendly environment that meets the cat's needs is the best way to ensure you have a happy cat that feels safe and will 'love you back.' This means offering vertical space cat trees or cat condos, playing with your cat daily to offer opportunities to hunt and relieve stress, offering multiple outlets for scratching, and offering different substrates (they all have unique preferences) and just providing an engaging environment.”
Foolish humans have lost the magic in the sound...only when alone do cats practice the ancient art of PSPSPSPSPSPSP
I have this video of my brother pushing me out of the camera focus just like this😂I'd be lying if I said it didn't hurt
Probably snuggled up to kitty's back for warmth.
Load More Replies..."have you been cheating on me!? dont bother with excuses i saw you like that other cats post!"
I have a cat who always watches TV and whatever’s on my iPad. Really watching, too. Totally following movement and everything. I had cats who would once in a while look at something on TV, and I understand this increased with hi-def, as the pictures are so crisp, they’re clearer to a cat’s eyes. Anyway, Tabitha has a distinct preference for dance performances, especially ballet, for some reason. She’ll also watch Disney cartoons, and random other programs. I figured out her love of ballet and cartoons stems from a co binational of movement and color, but I still haven’t figured out what attracts her to the other random programs, as they’re to always colorful or have a lot of movement.
Years ago, I lived with a boyfriend and he and the cat used to love watching the football.
Load More Replies...My rats do this! It's called pancaking and it means they're super relaxed. :D
Fat pets are not funny. This is animal abuse. Would you over feed your child then say oh what a cute chonker
Thank you! Fat cats have shorter lifespans and are beset with health problems. It's cruel to overfeed a cat. Saves the owner from playing with it and keeping it from being bored.
Load More Replies...Either that or he's mad for displaying his pictures for all to see.
Load More Replies...'you see this fist? It's about to make contact with your FACE.'
"And I would've gotten away with it if it wasn't for you pesky kids! And that dog!"
When you catch someone talking bad about you
Load More Replies...Nothing to see here. Just a normal set of chess pieces, one of which if fluffy.
Yeah there just wasn’t much chemistry. I closed out my tab and went home.
Load More Replies...We've all dared this guy, and it was unpleasant for us all.
Load More Replies...No, you don't taste like vanilla, no need to taste me, I bet it's just für again, not chocolate.
Ok fine you can fit my face in your mouth. Now get off me and take your 5 bucks!
Dominance stance in cats and dogs, stop them by putting your mouth over their heads to show who is the boss while they a young.
No, that is a blep. Please educate yourself on the “proper” terminology
Load More Replies...I hate it when people stick their tongues out, but I love it when animals do that. It’s so cute.
It's like they're in a singing battle, and Orange is waiting for White to finish
Everyone knows you don’t win cat idol just by belting out high notes. You gotta have range. I so got this
Load More Replies..."Jack, I just love when you serenade me! I don't care what the neighbors say!"
I’ve heard of being “behind the 8-ball”. Never heard of being “behind the soccer ball (or football outside the US)”.
David Attenborough: "Evolutionary pressure in this urban setting has led to coat patterns that allow the common housecat to blend into it's surroundings. This example of soccer ball mimicry has the dual purpose of providing the catl protection from predators, as well as allowing the cat to hide from potential prey. This can have drawbacks however for individuals who attempt to blend in on a school field."
....sorry...its EXACTLY what it looks like....may we finish?
Load More Replies...Yeah we were just wrestling? Why was you making werid noises ......? People do that when they wrestle like a pro
That a good dog like wow he or she really loves that kid to death wow 💞
Lmao! No lie, I'm scrolling to this pic and the add at the bottom of my screen says "Dog Training & Behavior, Trouble Behind Me Canine Training" !! 😂😂😂
Lady and one of the Siamese cats from The Lady & the Tramp reenacting the spaghetti moment! XD
I bet a 6-year-old did that! Most animals will only let kiddies torture them like that. LOL
The cat remake of the exorcist did not do as well at the box office as the original.
"THE POWER OF CATNIP COMPELS YOU! THE POWER OF CATNIP COMPELS YOU!"
Load More Replies...Cats that are bred to have faces like this it just plain mean. It probably has its tough out because of breaking problems.
I saw a series of x-rays of cats like this one, showing front and profile views. It's not just breathing problems they have but a slew of troubles. It's like trying to fit the whole head into a space that's too small. Serious skull malformations. Poor cats. :(
Load More Replies...I love cats but the nose high up between the eyes and its expression, this one's creepy.
Load More Replies...Well, we had a president hunt them, maybe its time for a vampire hedgehog...
I always find it so funny when you say cheese but you never give me any
i saw food so i turned into flash the cat and came to make sure its not poisoned
Hooman- come one, let’s go for a walk Cat- still as a rock Hooman- come on get up Cat- Hooman- *gives up and makes some food* Cat- *travels at the speed of light*
Well Reginald, you definitely got your moneys worth at the all you can eat buffet.
Though he had stayed on for over 8 seconds, Spot knew the landing wasn't going to be worth the ride.
And an albino one at that (yes I know it's not a proper albino)
Load More Replies...Im good..I is good..i can take a kick...just got to lay over here for a sec....damn I f****d up so bad trying to milk the cows....never been kicked that hard in life..I even forgot who I was for a second...
Not quite, there is more than the usual number of toes though. It’s called polydactyl.
Load More Replies...Darn it. It was my last marble. I have now completely lost my marbles
None of mine do but you have to admit that picture is funny. There but for the grace of God go I. :)
Load More Replies..."This show is a gross misrepresentation of horse culture. I bet they didn't have even ONE horse on the writing team, and all these characters are voiced by humans!"
When I was a kid, my pony, Benji, would crawl under the fence and come park his butt in the family room and watch Saturday morning cartoons with me while my pet chicken, Roadrunner, snuggled in my arms. Good times.
With the math equations floating around his head meme template
Load More Replies...I was just going to say “so where have you been all night?”
Load More Replies...This is just two sibling squabbling, nothing to see here
Frogs in pans...I'll have to look at this restaurant's reviews before making my reservation.
You know this happens when you go to Taco Bell! No I have no sympathy for you.
come with me hooman! I am not going to hold you for a 2 bag treat ransom!
My pets look like that for different operations. The shaved area is where the IV goes and sometimes if the first area doesn’t work out so well the doctors have options.
Load More Replies...Mom, kids keep teasing my about my highwaters. When can we get new pants?
Got his party hat on! My cat used to do this when he was washing his head and it was hilarious every time!
Lmao that's what I've always called it when my furballs do this somehow
Load More Replies...Can you come here to give me a hug? I’m so comfortable I don’t wanna get up.
It's good they censored their face, I'm sure their family don't want the world knowing about what tiddles did.
😂 tiddles! Ahahaha I like this new, cute word
Load More Replies...So i could see she was giving birth and then I saw it. She's holding a teeny, tiny kitten in her arms. Look! It's SO teeny.
Another gentleman looking into my house 20220123_1...f5f08f.jpg
As soon as I saw this, my brain said, “Kitten with a hotdog, I know, I know it’s serious…”, to the tune of Girlfriend in a Coma by the Smiths.
this is why I no longer leave a glass of water next to the bed. Bottles instead.
you stole my comment! Plagariser!
Load More Replies...I did say you'd be able to join your wife, so join her! (*smacks picture frame at your face*)
Load More Replies...Don’t give me that face. Look I don’t even wanna know what was going on while I was away, just get it cleaned up.
His tongue was in my butt and now he wants to French me? Ewww, I'm of royal decent!
Load More Replies...It’s thanksgiving. It only happens once a year. Just leave me alone.
I thought that thing below his shirt was something else at first . . .
Load More Replies...Yo..watchu doing in my shed...this ma yard bruh...dont you go mooing around without paying...Imma bust a moo on you
Fred is a secret agent on a mission to kill the hoomans who know their plan
black cat we have a bogie on our 5 o clock id deploy flares if I were you over
Load More Replies...The experiment worked! Ok now switch us back. Wait you can’t? Aw fuuck!
"When you said I was so cute you could just eat me up I didn't think you meant it literally!"
My dog Shilo has quite a long neck. It even looks like he's balancing a mug on his head long-necke...87d339.jpg
This was soooo good to see first thing in the morning! I laughed and it made me feel better after my sleepless night. Thank you! Sincerely, a huge cat lover 🤍
These are very funny but not exactly 'impossible to explain'. Well maybe except for that hamster up in the corner.
It is true, that cats does not normally defend their family, like dogs, but they have been known to do so. A cat the I had came to the door, when I was trying to close it against an intruder. When the cat started growling like a dog he was chocked and retreated enough for me to get the door closed.
My dog Shilo has quite a long neck. It even looks like he's balancing a mug on his head long-necke...87d339.jpg
This was soooo good to see first thing in the morning! I laughed and it made me feel better after my sleepless night. Thank you! Sincerely, a huge cat lover 🤍
These are very funny but not exactly 'impossible to explain'. Well maybe except for that hamster up in the corner.
It is true, that cats does not normally defend their family, like dogs, but they have been known to do so. A cat the I had came to the door, when I was trying to close it against an intruder. When the cat started growling like a dog he was chocked and retreated enough for me to get the door closed.
