As any cat pawrent will tell you, a cat child rules and dominates your life, putting you firmly within their control. So we wanted to take a moment to awwpreciate some of the cats who control the world's most well known celebs.

It is quite the thing you know, no matter how we look at it cats do have quite the significant amount of control over our lives. Sure they might not actively be able to influence our decisions but in their sneaky subversive ways they are more than capable of controlling what we do in many areas of our lives.

Say for example your cat does not like a particular piece of furniture in your home, there is little you can do to stop your crazy cat child from ripping it to shreds, forcing you to buy a new one. Another example could be if you bring home a significant other to meet your cat. If your cat does not approve then we all know what will happen to the SO who has been hissed at. So you have to wonder in what ways did the cats of these celebrities influence their decisions and shape them to be the influential figures that they have become. 
 

We love the results of a good Trojan cat story. They're mostly fluffy, cute, and very smol.

Seriously, kittens can make anyone's heart melt within minutes, like ice cream in the summer. But these kittens here were born in the height of winter, during an ice storm. Luckily for them, though, the Cat Distribution System sent them as an unborn delivery right on time to not meet the extreme cold as soon as they'd have been born. This is the meowgic of the Trojan cat - she comes in looking to be adopted, but she carries a sweet surprise. And as we said, kittens are a sure way to melt anyone's heart - and getting some as a surprise, in exchange for rescuing the mama, is an adorable situation to find yourself in.

And that's exactly what happened to this one pet-friendly family. They were already pet pawrents, so the CDS truly knew who they were sending the precious pregnant cat to. They thought they were saving one cute cat, but got three extra smol surprises as an additional gift. We're low-key jealous.

Tune in, it's cat time!

There is a specific, unbothered frequency that only the cattest of cats can tune into, and it usually involves staring directly at a blank wall for three hours. Being unapologetically cat is a full-time commitment to the bit - it's about having a designer bed but choosing to sleep inside a discarded cereal box instead. These feline icons don't just live in our houses - they graciously allow us to pay the mortgage while they perform high-stakes gravity experiments on our favorite coffee mugs.

Embracing this peak cat energy means leaning into your most stubborn, sassy, and meowsterious instincts. Whether they are performing a midnight parkour routine across your sleeping body or demanding "the good treats" with a twitch of a whisker, cats are the undisputed masters of staying true to their brand. They are messy, they are majestic, and they are absolutely done with your nonsense. It's time to celebrate the glorious chaos of creatures who are simply too busy being cats to care about anything else.

Cats are early risers… and masters of manipulation. If your cat cries for you to wake up before your alarm, these expurrt cat owners are here to help you have a more peaceful meowrning.

Dog owners may have to take their pets out multiple times per day to let them get out energy and do their business, but at least they let you sleep in in the mornings. Cats, on the other hand, are the best (or worst, depending on how you look at it) alarm clock in the universe. If you want to remember to do something at a specific time every day, give your cat a treat during that time. We guarantee you that your cat will remember the exact time within in a few days and will nag at you daily around that same time for you to give them their daily treat.

Our pawrent's problem today is one that most of us cat owners expurrience: getting woken up at the crack of dawn by your tiny, screaming fur baby. Cats are typically active during dusk and dawn, so cats are known for being extra vocal during these hours. And when you just want to sleep in past 6 AM once, it can be a nightmare (because if you didn't know, cats are very purrsistent). Her cat continues to wake her up very early and it's driving her crazy, sound furmiliar?

Well, our trusty cat community came to the rescue. With tips and tricks that worked for themselves, we're sure this pawrent is going to get a full night's sleep soon. And if not, well, there's always earplugs.

Treat cats nicely. They have feelings too. 

We know that for some people, that is difficult to believe. There is so much stigma about cats being aloof that people who have never experienced cats actually believe it. They don't understand that cats bond with their humans incredibly hard. They have never experienced having a little fluffy cat follow them around the house, meow a whole conversation with them, cuddle with them in bed. They don't get it. When we say that abandoning a cat is one of the worst things that you can do to it, we mean that. When you do that, you break their hearts. 

At least, we thought that abandoning your loyal cat is up there with the worst things that you can do to it, but this person somehow outdid that. They have three cats, but they are moving, and for some reason, they can afford to move two, but not three. And instead of looking for a new home for the cat - which would be difficult enough for the kitty - they decided to give the kitty up. But there was no room in the shelters. And that left them with only one solution, a solution that was unacceptable to their coworker, who saved the cat and gave the cat a true forever home. But the cat is still heartbroken, and the new owner turned to the internet for advice. 

Watching cats react to new things is one of our favorite things ever. 

We try to do it essentially every single day with our cats. We let them sniff basically everything that we bring into the house. We do it not even because we're trying to learn new things about them, but just because we kind of want them to experience as much as they pawssibly can, especially considering that they are house cats. 

We bring mirrors down to our cats' level so our cats can see themselves in the mirror for the first time. We attempt to bamboozle our cats with optical illusions, just to see if it would work on them the same way that it works on us. We play bird videos for our cats and watch their adorable confusion as they try to figure out the concept of screens and videos. Anything to make their lives a little more exciting. And we think that we have found the next thing. 

We don't know how we never thought of blowing bubbles next to our cats, but if their reaction is going to be in any way similar to this orange cat's reaction, then it is going to be wholeheartedly worth it. And apparently, catnip bubbles exist? Yeah, our weekend plans are set. 

Kitten season has just begun, and it's time to let our feline funnies fly.

Did you know that kitten season is technically from March to October? That means that there is a higher-than-usual number of kittens born between now and then! The bad news? A lot of kittens will be brought to the shelter to hang out with one another. The good news? There are so many cat lovers out there, like all of you, who are intent on giving them the furever homes of their dreams. One kitten? How about two, three, five! The sky is the limit, hoomans. Scroll below to get the good vibes rolling before you head over to the kitten room for some kitten lovin'.

A fluffy feline is like a warm hug in early spring.

That's why we at I Can Has Cheezburger love to surround ourselves with as much cat content as pawssible. If you can't hang out with fuzzy, furry fellas on the clock, you might as well look at cute pictures of them! We do what we need to do to survive and thrive, fellow hoomans.

Since spring is right around the corner, the good vibes are already tiptoeing back into the picture. Until then, we're "awwing" at cute cat flicks and pawing at our spring wardrobes! Scroll below for some sunshine in the shape of feline comedy!

Sometimes the (cat) call comes from inside the house.

When a cat lover meets a friendly stray cat, there is always the question of whether or not they should do something about it. Can you afford to have another cat? Do you know someone who is currently looking for a furry feline to adopt? What will happen to this awwdorable baby if you do not take it home right now? There are so many questions you could ask yourself, and you never know the answer to them. All you can do is take a leap of faith and follow your heart.

But sometimes, you don't even have to do that. Even if you decide it is not the time for you to get a cat, or you decide that you would rather keep your newfound feline relationship strictly outside your house, you might still find yourself welcoming a new fluffy friend home regardless. We often forget that these fluffy friends also have a say in where they end up.

When the hoomans in the sweet story below started feeding the stray cat outside their home, they thought they had only made a new friend, and maybe found themselves an outside cat that they occasionally see. The cat, however, had another idea in mind. She saw her new hooman friends and decided that they were her new pawrents, and she was ready to be a part of their household, no matter what.

It wasn't long before she found a way inside their home, and boy oh boy were they surprised to see her there. Luckily, they recovered quickly, got her out of the vent she climbed into, and allowed her to stay in their warm home for furrever.

No one waited for the cat distribution system to make its move. This awwdorable adoption story happened all thanks to a determined kitten with a mind of her own.

Keep scrolling to read the full story, and make sure to scroll all the way to watch the original video and the update that followed. After that, check out these hissterical cat memes for an instant mood boost.

Just the thought of an adorable feline waiting for them at home makes any cat lover rush out of work. 

Cats are sweet little furry beings that guard the house while we're away. While cat lovers still aren't entirely sure of the hijinks and the mischief that cats juggle when the hoomans are away, we're pretty sure that they nap, cuddle, bask in the sun, and generally live out a peaceful life. How nice. As if the royal members of the kitty purrlament need any more envy-worthy lifestyle additions, cats await the infinite affections of their human companions when they return home from work. 

Nothing beats the reunion of a happy cat lover and their reluctantly snuggly feline. 

Sometimes the right cat finds you exactly when your heart needs it most.

Little Cecil has only been home for a little over 24 hours, but he already feels like part of the family. The moment his photo popped up, there was a pull that couldn't be ignored. A trip to the shelter confirmed it. Love at first sight is real, especially when it comes with soft fur and curious eyes.

The sweetest part is how quickly he opened up. The shelter staff were surprised by how affectionate he was, since he had been shy and nervous before. Somehow he knew he was safe. At just five months old, he is already handing out cuddles and settling into his new space like he has always belonged there.

It is amazing how fast a small kitten can change the feeling of a home. The quiet corners feel warmer. Ordinary moments feel softer. In just a day, Cecil has brought that spark of joy that only a cat can bring.

This is only the beginning, but it already feels special. Here is to many years of love, comfort, and a whole lot of purring.

Some cats greet the world. Others pretend it doesn't exist.

Introvert cats aren't unfriendly. They just have standards. These are the cats who hear the doorbell and disappear before you can say, "It's just Amazon." One second they're stretched across the couch, the next they've melted into a shadow behind the coats. When guests ask where the cat is, you confidently gesture somewhere vague and hope no one expects proof.

They are professional observers. They prefer to evaluate new people from under a bed or behind a cracked door, gathering data in silence. Loud laughter is suspicious. Fast movements are unacceptable. But in a quiet room with someone they trust, they transform. Suddenly they're close, leaning in, asking for chin scratches like they didn't just ghost the entire household.

Their affection runs on a very specific schedule. They won't sit on your lap when you invite them. Instead, they'll wait until you're fully settled for the night and then step delicately across your ribs to claim the exact center of the bed. It's love, just slightly inconvenient.

Being chosen by an introvert cat feels earned. That slow blink means something. The quiet curl at your side is a privilege. The circle is small, selective, and very, very sweet.

People walk away from vacation with all kinds of souvenirs – jewelry, clothes, postcards, magnets, sweaters with the name of the town on it, but rarely do they come home with a furry friend. 

Imagine you're on your vacation. You just got out of drinking and singing karaoke with your spouse, when two woman approach you and hand you no other than a little orange kitten! You take her immediately, but you end up losing her somehow. You think you'll never see her again, when lo and behold, she's simply in the hands of the hotel receptionist! You find her safe and sound, and decide that you can call her yours. They name her Bizkit, because it's the song the woman sang in the karaoke. Enjoy the rest of the story, and never give up on the cat distribution system choosing you. 

Cats are truly meowvalous creatures, equal parts naughty and mischief, with elegance and regality. 

They move through the world with confidence that a hooman could never replicate. It's almost ethereal or other-worldly. One moment they're stretched out across a sunny windowsill, just taking in every bit of beautiful sunlight, and the next they're darting across the room in their spontaneous zoomies and a sudden burst of energy. The juxtaposition is what makes them so intoxicating and interesting. There's no other animal that exists between two planes like this! They're endlessly fascinating and are basically the best. Part of what makes them so extraordinary is their independence. They don't ask for approval or purrform for you or anyone else. When a cat chooses you to curl up beside, or press its forehead gently against yours, it feels earned. Their love is subtle yet sincere. It's communicated through their lovely slow blinks, soft purrs, and gentle kneading of paws. These small gestures carry enormous warmth. 

They're meowvalous for so many reasons, and ways in which we don't realize. They are masters of comfort, they basically dominate cozy, and practically invented it. They seem to instinctively know how to find the best coziest spot in any room. A folded blanket just took priority over the pillow, or a patch of sunlight under the window. Watching your cat settle into a ball to sleep is calming in and of itself. Their stead breathing and quiet presence softens the mood completely. The entire space seems like it's in one long exhale, and you can join in as well. It's no surprise that many people find their stress easying simply by sitting with a cat nearby. Beneath their calm exterior lies a menace, a playful spirit. Even the most dignified cat can suddenly be overtaken by zoomies. They race from one end of the house to the other with flair. A cardboard box is a new castle for their kingdom. So enjoy these super ridiculously silly, funny, adorable, and meowvalous cat memes for cat people alike. If you own a cat, it makes everything better! At I Can Has Cheezburger, we highly recommend it. 

While it is known that our relationship with cats began many hundreds of years ago. Photographic proof of that budding relationship has been hard to come by, which is why we are delighted to share these vintage pics of cats being cute.

From the days of the ancient Egyptians, to the medieval times, to ancient Rome, cats have a well documented story in our hooman history books. Sometimes revered as gods themselves, other times contributing to their pawrents being put on trial for witchcraft, their history alongside hoomanity is convoluted and care-filled. But it is true that even with all that has been written about that relationship, there has been little to no visual confirmation that cats have been close to us for all this time.

But that ends today, as we invite you to dive into this collection of cute cats featured in vintage photos from various points in the last 100 years. So if you ever found yourself wondering whether cat pawrents dressed their feline fur babies in cute costumes 70 years ago, you have come to the right place.
 

If you thought dumpster diving was exclusively for the pursuit of food, then think again as this tail tells of a heroic hooman who came upon a box of kittens one dumpster dive.

It is rather surreal to imagine that you would find kittens, the sweetest and cutest creatures out there, dumped next to a donation bin. After all, even if you did not want the kittens or could not afford to care for them, there are more than enough people who would be willing to give them a home. Heck, even standing on the street with the box and handing them out would be as easy as giving away candy.

But some people simply cannot stand the guilt of doing so and so they turn to alternatives that afford them the opportunity to shy away from their responsibility to find these kittens some sort of home. But lucky for these kittens, there are hoomans out there who know that dumpsters often contain all sorts of prized objects just sitting there for the taking. Not that our heroic dumpster diver knew that the precious piece they would be coming home with that night would be five cute kittens...   
 

Welcome to the ultimate cat pawrty!

The guest list is set, the catnip is officially uncorked, and the zoomies are scheduled for approximately 3:00 AM. When you live with a cat, every day is essentially a surprise feline fiesta where you aren't quite sure if you're the guest of honor or just the designated snack dispenser. These whiskery celebrations are all about vibing with the peak party animal energy that only a cat can provide, from the impurressive mid-air pounces to the accidental face-plants into the water bowl.

There's no better time than right meow to ditch your human responsibilities and join the floofy festivities. Whether your resident cat is currently wearing a discarded taco wrapper as a festive hat or attempting a fast-paced salsa dance across your kitchen counters, their commitment to the fiesta is legendary. It's a colorful, chaotic world of purrs and puns where the only rule is to keep the treats flowing and the belly rubs (briefly) allowed. Let's get this pawrty purring!

We don't understand people who adopt pets only to forget about them.

We understand that some cats are an outside-inside hybrid type (although it's a known fact that indoor cats live longer and safer lives). But cats are definitely not fitted to brave blizzards or extreme cold. The domestic cat has evolved from the African wildcat - meaning, cats are adapted to hot weather, to deserts, and the harsh climate of the summer. But winters are tough for cats, so leaving a cat out in the cold is borderline cruel. And that's what we don't understand - we're not talking about feral cats, about strays (though they all deserve homes, and that's an understatement) - we're talking about adopted cats. But this cat's family? They just leave him out during a snow storm. Great.

Cats should be cared for, loved, never abandoned. Cats are meant to rule their home kinkdoms with an iron paw (of love, pets, and treats). Cats were not made to be abandoned. It breaks our hearts knowing some cats are adopted only to be forgotten. At least this one cat has a neighboring family that's willing to care for him during this awful weather.

By the time we get to the middle of the week, our attention span is about as long as our cat's. 

You woke up and did your best on Monday, and you got through it. You even managed to focus all the way through Tuesday, and you even got a little extra work done. But now, the problem is, that you've made it to Wednesday and your battery is all used up already. You're forgetting things, like where you put your keys, forgetting your lunch at home, and you can't seem to get a single task done without taking at least one break in the middle. We call this "Wednesday brain".

Wednesday brain is pawsitively challenging for us cat lovers. Our thoughts immediately go to our fluffy felines at home, wishing we were there with them, to snuggle with them, to get annoyed with them sitting on our laptops and interrupting our video calls. But the temptation doesn't stop there. There are hundreds, nay, thousands… nay, millions of cats on the internet that are just a few clicks away. And with our brains working at this purrfectly glacial pace, they can't resist taking a break to enjoy some floofball goofball felines that will bring us the serotonin we desperately need. 

Well, if you can't beat 'em, join 'em! One more break won't hurt, right? That's right. And besides, once we thoroughly enjoy ourselves on this dopamine-enhancing list of awwdorably derpy cats, then we'll be more productive. Right? Right. Anyway, that's the script you need to tell your boss if they catch you scrolling through these cute kitties at work. There's only one cure for Wednesday brain, and it's right down here.

Usually, it's not the cat who needs rehoming, it's the partner who wants you to abandon your cat. 

We think that everyone can agree that one of the golden rules when it comes to dating is setting expectations early. Where in the country do you want to live long-term? Do you see yourself ever getting married? Are kids something that you would want to have someday in the future? And - perhaps the most important one - do you like cats? And we say that it is the most important because we think that it is often the most overlooked, despite the fact that if your partner wants you to get rid of your cats somewhere down the line in the relationship, that is a dealbreaker just as much as any of the other things. 

We tell cat owners to find out what the person they are dating thinks about their cats as soon as possible. You don't want to date someone who hates cats for three weeks, let alone three years. Of course, you would expect someone to just… tell you, from the get-go, what they think about your cats, but unfortunately, that doesn't always happen. Bring it up. Facing the ultimatum - "it's either me or the cat" - might be very simple but it sure as heck is not easy.