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Ranging from the smug to the foolish and the all-out Cheshire cat smiles, these adorable cats will certainly improve your day, no matter how awesome or tough it's been.

We also all know cats are mysterious, so where do these adorable animal smiles come from? Strangely enough, the ones on their faces aren't true smiles, as their facial muscles are not the same as humans. So, technically, smiling animals aren't really smiling. More often than not, your cute cat will express happiness via the obvious purring, closing their eyes, and relaxing their head backward.

Anyway, we'd love to hear which of our happy animals are your favorites, and as always, feel free to submit your own examples of smiling cats and happiness!

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Smiling Cat

Smiling Cat

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

just because i am allergic to cats: but do they normally not have thumbs? or are they 6 toed?

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I Think My Girlfriends Cat Is Pretty Happy At Home

I Think My Girlfriends Cat Is Pretty Happy At Home

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#9

My Friends Cat Is Always Smiling

My Friends Cat Is Always Smiling

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

Is this something your friend's cat has always done? If it's something that's recently started, your friend should probably take this little furball to the vet, because it can indicate pain. (Tooth issue, jaw issue, stress, or other issues)

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Shironeko Is The Happiest And Sleepiest Cat Ever

Shironeko Is The Happiest And Sleepiest Cat Ever

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#35

And 'pose'

And 'pose'

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#36

A Smile A Day Keeps The Doctor Away - This Is Really The Way She Looks

A Smile A Day Keeps The Doctor Away - This Is Really The Way She Looks

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#37

Romy Kitten Laughs

Romy Kitten Laughs

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#39

Smile For The Camera

Smile For The Camera

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#43

My Cat Is Either Really Happy Or Really High On Catnip

My Cat Is Either Really Happy Or Really High On Catnip

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#49

Sev Happy And Chillin' Like A Villain.

Sev Happy And Chillin' Like A Villain.

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#51

Siva Having A Pleasant Dream...

Siva Having A Pleasant Dream...

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Karen Pastore
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

a dream about Heaven because that is where this Angel came from ...awwww so lovely ....gorgeous cat

#52

"she Loves Me, She Loves Me Not..."

"she Loves Me, She Loves Me Not..."

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

Millicent was the runt of the litter and would curl up like a tiny broach above my breast. She was given to me to be an indoor cat so she wouldn't be eaten by owls or eagles for a snack. Milly is currently sitting on the window sill softly meowing through the screen to a young deer eating yellow flowers on the front lawn. She hasn't yet grown into full size or her lonnngggg legs. At night, she snuggles under the covers and curls up into my abdomen with delicate purrs. "She LOVES me & i LOVE her'!

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Happy Sleeping Cat

Happy Sleeping Cat

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Karen Pastore
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

look at that peaceful smile...like the cat is in Heaven or dreaming of it ...awwww this could be number one ...so perfect a pose

#55

Chilli's Smile/sleep Mode

Chilli's Smile/sleep Mode

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Karen Pastore
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

oh my ...that smile is worthy of a thousand votes ....soooooooo Angelic and simply perfect

#56

Lets Eat All The Flowers!

Lets Eat All The Flowers!

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Karen Pastore
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

awwwwwwww so beautiful and happy ...i adore that face and love that smile ...you are the best lovely cat

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#60

"gords" Was Thrilled To Go Outside :)

"gords" Was Thrilled To Go Outside :)

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#61

Shi Fu My Softy Scottish Fold Smiling.

Shi Fu My Softy Scottish Fold Smiling.

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#64

Ziva Laughing At Her Dad!

Ziva Laughing At Her Dad!

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Karen Pastore
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

a gem of a cat with a treasure of a smile ...a real Angel and a precious daughter to her cat Daddy...beloved Angel

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#65

Happy In The Sunshine!

Happy In The Sunshine!

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Karen Pastore
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

taking in the sunshine with the biggest sunny smile awwwwwwwww like a ray of light from the Heart of God ...a ray of sunshine captured in that sweet smile

#66

Meishu The Vamp Kitty

Meishu The Vamp Kitty

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Rogo Only Smiles If You Scratch His Belly.

Rogo Only Smiles If You Scratch His Belly.

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#72

Maze Smileling In His Sleep

Maze Smileling In His Sleep

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Karen Pastore
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

everything about this cat is gorgeous...i adore this sweet sleeping Angel ....the sound of this cat purring is the only thing that could make this perfection better

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#73

My Happy Happy Peanut

My Happy Happy Peanut

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Karen Pastore
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

your happy happy ANGEL ...this cat fell from Heaven and stuck around to show you great love....this is an Angel ...so beautiful too !!!

#74

So Happy I Can't Contain It!

So Happy I Can't Contain It!

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Karen Pastore
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

this cat is stunning....the nose is adorable and the expression priceless

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#78

Sheba Thinks Chin Pets Are The Best!

Sheba Thinks Chin Pets Are The Best!

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My Cat Is Sleeping

My Cat Is Sleeping

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Karen Pastore
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

awwwwwww hidding that sleepy smile ...little beautiful Heavenly Angel

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Happy Sleeping Kitty

Happy Sleeping Kitty

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Karen Pastore
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i LOVE that sweet smiling face...even sleeping you can see this Angel smile

#88

Smiling Mickey On My Lap.... :)

Smiling Mickey On My Lap.... :)

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Karen Pastore
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

wow...that is the most beautiful peaceful smile ....such an Angel

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