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50 People Who Got Annoyed At Their Pets, But Then Remembered Who They Were Talking To
I love my cat so much it hurts. And because of that, he’s quite spoiled. He gets plenty of treats, lots of cuddles, tons of playtime, and when he’s fast asleep napping on my lap, I don’t dare move a muscle until he decides it's time to get up. However, I have to admit that there are still moments when I lose my patience. Being the foodie that he is, he’ll take any opportunity to lick a stick of butter or steal something from the counter while I’m cooking, which often results in him getting chased out of the kitchen…
But I could never stay mad at him for more than a few seconds, and according to a recent TikTok trend, many other pet owners feel the same way. Below, you’ll find some of the cutest pics pet parents have recently shared online, proving that it’s impossible to be angry with our precious furry friends!
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EJN 11 months ago
So very true! My eldest was quite a handful, especially in his last years, but since he passed on on January 1st, now more than ever I recall all of the years since he was just a smol kitty we saved from abandonment. 21 years he shared his life with me.
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LukewarmSoymilk 11 months ago
I'm always overjoyed to see pups with imperfections having found a loving (hopefully forever) home.
Disgruntled Panda 11 months ago
I know! Sometimes imperfections are just perfect
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Damned_Cat 11 months ago
Top photo: who exactly is annoyed with whom? Bottom photo: awww, look at him!
For many owners, having a pet is somewhat like having a child. You love your furry little friend unconditionally, and you are responsible for their wellbeing. But there are still moments when you might become frustrated and have to take a few deep breaths to prevent yourself from yelling at your child (or fur baby).
It’s totally understandable to feel frustrated when your dog chews up your new shoes or your cat poops on the bathmat that you just washed. But if you need a reminder of why we should never scold our pets, Chewy explains on their site that it’s simply not effective. Your dog doesn’t understand English (or any other language you may speak), and they likely didn’t do whatever you’re mad at them for on purpose. It’s better to simply take actions to prevent the same thing from happening in the future and move on.
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Michelle C 11 months ago
I always tell my girl that I can never stay mad if I’m upset with something she’s done because she is that adorable and I’m not the kind of person to stay mad, anyway!
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Michael Figueiredo 11 months ago
Bottom photo: "so this little sh*t is taking over now, huh?" 🤭
Getting angry at your pet might also cause them to become confused. If they don’t understand why you’re upset, they have no idea what caused it or what they did wrong. And when you’re super friendly and affectionate towards them later, they might start to wonder what sort of behavior they should expect from you. Will she be kind today, or will I get yelled at for some random reason?
At the same time, this can cause issues when trying to train your pet. Scaring your animal might make them stop what they’re doing in that moment, but Chewy notes that it doesn’t actually teach them what the right thing to do is. So it’s likely that you’ll encounter the same issue again and again.
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Patricia the Grey 10 months ago
Looks ready to take on the world! (And the world has been rough on him.)
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Shark Lady 11 months ago
Those beautiful ears have been mutilated. Cropped ears should be banned world wide.
Joe Reaves 11 months ago
Didn't need the second photo. How could you be mad at the face in the first one?
Nice Beast Ludo 11 months ago
I don't think we need the second pictures. The first ones are cute and sweet enough to shame us for our tempers
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Contrary to what you might assume, scolding your pet for certain behavior can actually encourage them to act out. For example, if you yell at your dog, they might assume that yelling, or barking loudly, is appropriate behavior. And before you know it, you might have a dog that barks incessantly, rather than a well-trained pup who respects you and understands that it needs to keep its voice down.
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Jane No Dough 11 months ago
It's one of those elementary school photos you're parents display in the living room for 10+ years while you keep all your friends from coming over to your house!
Lee Banks 11 months ago
They hang those pictures to remember who they're getting mad at :)
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Suzanne Rust 11 months ago
These little babies look so sad and frightened, then love turns them into something beautiful.
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GPawesomeness 11 months ago
Bassetts never do, had one in my childhood and he would step on them.
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Suzanne Rust 11 months ago
Oh, that little face!! He's just looking up and asking someone to love him!! (And I do.)
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LakotaWolf (she/her) 11 months ago
Her name is Chaplin! I think that is an acceptable alternative to Groucho XD
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LakotaWolf (she/her) 11 months ago
Her name is Chaplin! I think that is an acceptable alternative to Groucho XD
Load More Replies... When it comes to cats, it can be hard to know how to discipline them for bad behavior. After all, many owners feel like their furry friends intentionally try to infuriate them (even though they don’t, I promise). But according to The Spruce Pets, there is a “right way” to show your cat consequences. As with most animals (and humans, for that matter) positive reinforcement is always key. Reward good behavior, and find a way to motivate your furry friend to behave well.
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Maartje 11 months ago
That's the word I was looking for! DERP derp derp derp derpy dog
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Don’t ever physically reprimand your cat. It might be tempting to scare them or grab them by the neck, but this can do much more harm than good. Instead, provide alternatives for their bad behavior. For example, show them a scratching post or a toy if they’re damaging your arm or furniture. And if they keep turning on the sink (like my cat), that’s probably a good sign to get them a water fountain. My little guy loves his!
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Nice Beast Ludo 11 months ago
Smokey used to do that to my laptop. It crashed it one time and I lost an entire research paper. This was in 2005. I miss her so much
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Upstaged75 11 months ago
I totally have kitten fever right now and all these pics are killing me!! I want them all.
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Luis Hernandez Dauajare 11 months ago (edited)
An orange cat AND a tuxedo?? How is the house still in one piece?
Any time an animal has behavioral issues, it’s important to not only address the behavior but to find out the root cause. Sometimes, it could be a medical issue causing them to act up. If they’re in pain or experiencing lots of discomfort, they might be trying to get your attention or not feeling like themself at all. You should always show your pet empathy and try to learn their language, as you know that they can’t speak yours.
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Nice Beast Ludo 11 months ago
Just reading the article above photo "it might be tempting to scare them or grab them by the neck" I'm sorry but if you feel these urges you maybe should not be a cat owner
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Broadredpanda 11 months ago
Yeah I gasped because they can’t be two? The funniest lil pup 🐶
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Suzanne Rust 11 months ago
Oh, I'm melting! Nurf still looks like a puppy, and even more irresistible!
Just like how you want your parents to love you, you should love your pets unconditionally. Expect some accidents in the home, perhaps a few pieces of furniture destroyed and expensive vet bills from time to time. But if you truly love them and view them as a member of the family, you’ll always understand that they didn’t mean to upset you. They usually want love and affection just as much as we do.
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Is your heart melting from these adorable photos, pandas? Keep upvoting all of your favorite pics, and feel free to share stories about your own furry friends in the comments below. Then, if you’re looking for even more hilarious photos that pet owners have shared online, we’ve got the perfect Bored Panda list for you to check out next right here!
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Suzanne Rust 11 months ago
Okay, now you've got me. I still miss my British Blues. Look at those little cheeks!!
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Bi.Felicia 11 months ago
I'm going with the goodest girl and her name is Leia.
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LakotaWolf (she/her) 11 months ago
He's probably a Scottish Fold. Which is sad, because Folds have a LOT of health issues. The ear folds are caused by osteochondrodysplasia. Every single one of them will end up with progressive arthritis (sometimes starting as early as 3 or 4 years of age) and many end up with other severe painful degenerative joint diseases. The breed is banned in some countries and some registries want to stop breeding them altogether. Every single Scottish Fold will end up with progressive, painful arthritis.
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Toothless Feline 11 months ago
Tuxedos are trouble. Cute and lovable, but full of trouble. It’s never boring with a tuxedo in the house.
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TheReader19 11 months ago
Your dealing with a beautiful void, which stares back into your soul
JB 11 months ago
Oh gosh, yes. He’s not a void (nothing against voids) but the 3am snuggle time causes a second or two of grouchy “don’t wake me up!” until I remember that I’ve had him since he was 6 weeks old and now he’s 14 years. There will come a time when I would give anything to be woken up at 3am for snuggles. So we snuggle and I’m grateful that he’s still here to wake me up.
Nice Beast Ludo 11 months ago
My cat Smokey would snuggle against my leg until 4 am every morning and then get up and guard the front door until the sun came up. She would just sit there staring at the door like the devil was outside and she would defeat if necessary
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Bi.Felicia 11 months ago
I think this is the same kitty that was in this thread previously. The kitten was wearing a blue triangle hate, like for birthday parties and I think it was on this same countertop but just from a different angle.
Carolann B 11 months ago
Tiiiiiîiiiiînnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnyyyyyyyyy kitty kitty kitty awwwwwww😻😻😻😻😻😻😻😻😻😻😻
Suzanne Rust 11 months ago
He might have been a little frustrated at you, in the baby picture!
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Rick Seiden 11 months ago
Our cat looked just like that. She recently made her last trip to the vet. We're still sad, but remember how sweet she was.
Maartje 11 months ago
So sorry. I had that with a tuxedo cat in a previous post here. I know the feeling.
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Suzanne Rust 11 months ago
Oh, look how that tiny little muffin was trying to wrap his tail around his feet, even then! Well done, when all grown up. And nice to see he grew into those ears, too!
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Kabuki Kitsune 11 months ago
Maple is getting revenge for the cone of shame when she misbehaves.
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Evolbeky 11 months ago
And probably old enough to not need puppy pads. Seems like someone needs more walkies
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Why would a dog, who doesn't appear to be a puppy, still need to use puppy training pads??
SkippityBoppityBoo 11 months ago
Puppy pads are not just for puppies. I used them when caring for an older dog and cats due to their incontinence. They also may be at home while the owner works. Remember too that dogs, young, old, can get bored so they do do these things such as ripping things up, you turn your back for half an hour while doing other things and come back into the room to mayhem!
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Nice Beast Ludo 11 months ago
I've always wanted a Bernese mountain dog. They are so beautiful. I had a book called "Legacy of the Dog" when I was 10 and just pored over it but this was always my favorite breed. Beautiful
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Disgruntled Panda 11 months ago
One is front facing camera, the other selfie mode
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Suzanne Rust 11 months ago
Scottish Folds can do anything they want, anytime they want. It's a law.
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Suzanne Rust 11 months ago
How could anyone get upset with such a gorgeous creature? Born beautiful, stayed that way!
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LakotaWolf (she/her) 11 months ago
Not cute. Not healthy. Not normal. Brachycephalic dogs have tons of health issues. Most brachycephalic dogs can't even give birth normally and have to have the puppies removed by caesarean section. It's NOT cute.
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Disgruntled Panda 11 months ago
Yes but look at that smol-and-grompy lil face 🥰
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TheReader19 11 months ago
Please stop cropping dogs ears and tails for no good reason. Unless they are working dogs who potentially are going to fight wolves and coyotes; you can't really justify doing this.
Deborah 11 months ago
Even then there's no reason for cropping ears and docking tails.
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Ears exist for a reason! 😔 Natural ears:https://www.shutters...-1071830114.jpg
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LukewarmSoymilk 11 months ago
Finally a good social media trend. This was a lovely list, thank you!
BarkingSquirell 11 months ago
I would have clicked on this sooner if I knew they'd be showing pet babies!
Michelle C 11 months ago
I do discipline my pups’ misbehavior, but could and would never harm them. I always remind them that I will always love them even when I dislike their behavior!
Nice Beast Ludo 11 months ago
Positive reinforcement is the best way to go
Load More Replies... LukewarmSoymilk 11 months ago
Finally a good social media trend. This was a lovely list, thank you!
BarkingSquirell 11 months ago
I would have clicked on this sooner if I knew they'd be showing pet babies!
Michelle C 11 months ago
I do discipline my pups’ misbehavior, but could and would never harm them. I always remind them that I will always love them even when I dislike their behavior!
Nice Beast Ludo 11 months ago
Positive reinforcement is the best way to go
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