“The Council Requires Snackies”: 50 Hilarious Pics Of Cats Grouping Together
Interview With ExpertWhat’s the only thing cuter than a cat? Multiple cats! And if you’re a fan of seeing adorable pics of kitties, you’re in for a real treat today, pandas. Because every photo features all of the cuteness of one cat multiplied by three, four or even more!
We took a trip to the Council of Cats subreddit and gathered some of their most adorable pics below. From piles of kittens cuddling to hungry felines demanding food from their owners, this precious list is full of cats convening. Keep reading to also find conversations with the subreddit's creator, DryMouthKitty, and Laura Watson, Cat Welfare Assistant at International Cat Care and Registered Veterinary Nurse. Oh, and the council has spoken: they request that you upvote the photos that make you say “awww” immediately!
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The Council Enters
I love how the central cat's tail is straight up and the other's tails point to their appropriate sides. The perfect album cover, indeed. A random thought inspired by this trio: Can you imagine the chaos that would occur if cats had prehensile tails?
The Council Requires Snackies
I definitely recognized the two up front, Squid and Noodle.
Load More Replies...That one in the back like "I'm not going to stoop so low as to beg like the others but..."
We're In A Meeting. Stop Spying On Us
Akkshually ☝️ at least three of them are mlems.
Load More Replies...All in the process of licking their chops, the one on the rt is either just starting or just finished.
It’s no secret that the internet loves cats. Whether they’re wreaking havoc on the plants in their homes, cuddling in bed with their owners, overreacting to the tiniest noises or screaming that they’re ready to eat, we just can’t get enough of these precious creatures. And the Council Of Cats subreddit is the perfect place to visit if you’d like to see felines plotting world domination.
To learn more about this fabulous community, we got in touch with the creator of the subreddit, DryMouthKitty, who was kind enough to have a chat with Bored Panda. "I created r/CouncilOfCats because I wanted to make my own cat-centric commewnity on Reddit. There are many different subreddits that focus on specific kinds of cats, or specific things cats are doing, but there wasn’t really anything for groups of cats," they explained.
Council Of Sleepy Head
The Council Has Decided That You Need Supervision
"We find your process of bodily waste elimination quite fascinating. We wish to observe more closely."
Well, Karen you brought this on yourself by watching us in the potty box. And, stop stealing our poop!
Yes?????
The grey one looks like my cat that passed away this year. RIP Danny, you were the best
We also wanted to know how exactly DryMouthKitty defines a council of cats. "Any group of cats (more than one)," they shared. "As a big fan of Pinky and The Brain, it was humorous to imagine that anytime two or more cats are together, they are secretly plotting to take over the world. So that is the type of discussion we encourage, and our Council Meowmbers picked up on that, and it just took off from there!"
Planning Future World Domination
Looks like a scene from a James Bond movie, where the bad guy summons his minions to do the dirty work.
"Do you, as a member of the Feline Assassins Tribe, solemnly swear to taunt and annoy all humans, while maintaining an air of majesty and cuteness, in order to subjugate and ultimately rule over them? If so, end the butterfly immediately."
Ha! Hands in everyone! On the count of three cats rule dogs drool!! ONE! TWO! THREE!! CATS RULE DOGS DROOL!
Someone sent a drone (disguised as a butterfly) to spy on the council.
Council Is Convened. With Special Guest
3 torties??? That's a whole lot of trouble! We had 2 of them at once and it was constant chaos and hilarity. They both died of old age last year and I miss them so much. (One is in my profile pic)
"We find the canine guilty of commandeering the common areas of the home, in lieu of occupying the garage. What say you?"
What Is Happening There
And now they're plotting to end the human who DARED inflict this indignty upon them
Load More Replies...Cats have a different phrase for kittens who have encountered rain. It is "soft hedgehog"
We were also curious about what it's like to run this community. "As far as moderation goes, everyone is mostly just having fun, so we don’t have to remove too many things that are rude or off-topic," DryMouthKitty says. "The biggest issue is SPAM, content usually from bot account that is stolen and shared to farm karma. We have an OC (Original Content) only rule that is used mostly to discourage that, and automated filters do the rest."
And finally, the creator revealed which posts they consider to be the best in the group. "Our favorite posts are ones like this - where the cats seem like the photographer is intruding on their meeting, and the post title highlights that in a funny way."
The Newest Council Members
Our Crew! The Band’s First Album Cover
So, what I'd like to know is- which one is the fun one, the angsty emo one, the one who's SERIOUS about the music and the one who's in it for the girls?
The Council Has Claimed My Bed As Their Own
How the hell do you get eight cats to behave? I can't even get two to not re-enact WWII..
Oh, come on! You've got plenty of room. Of course they won't budge. You just have to slither your body parts into the empty spaces.
I only have two, and can just imagine how much cat litter seven must use! And the scooping! 😵
Eight! I didn't even see the one against the pillow or on the cat scratcher tree at first!
Load More Replies...With the six on the bed, I almost didn't see the one off to the left in his own little bed, and the white and ginger up against the pillow. That's a lot of cats in one small spot!!
We were also lucky enough to get in touch with Laura Watson, Cat Welfare Assistant at International Cat Care and Registered Veterinary Nurse, for this piece. Laura was happy to share her expertise and break down how cats typically feel about socializing with one another.
"Domesticated, or pet cats, originate from their wildcat ancestors, who were solitary predators and did not live in socially structured groups. They would hunt and live alone and rely solely on themselves for survival," Laura noted.
"However, cats are a remarkably adaptable species, and whilst retaining their roots as a solitary hunter, they have shown the capability to adapt to group living through the development of social structures – some might say they are socially flexible," she shared. "You can find out more about the social structure of cats here if you would like to read about it in more depth."
Doesn't It Freak You Out When They Do This?
Loved one came to pay a visit... and the cats know.
Load More Replies...It's a small ghost siting in the corner on the cushions, telling these sofites a story.
I want to move in and just had another idea for what I can do to my room.
On The Hunt
Hhha , the front one is smat- “ let the young do all hard work, I’ll just wait for the prey”
Council Of Da Girlz💅🏽
"As solitary hunters, it is also important for cats to establish a territory where they can hunt/find food and avoid conflict with other cats, as conflict could result in injuries that could be detrimental to their survival as a solitary survivalist," the cat expert says. "A cat’s territory also consists of a core area where they feel safe enough to sleep, eat, play, and potentially enjoy social interactions with people or other animals."
It’s A Bird, It’s A Plane…. It’s A Lizard!
"The lizard'll come down, tomorrow! bet your bottom dollar that tomorrow, it'll come!"
The Council Is On Good Terms Today
oop for a sec I thought there was one white and brownis-orange cat then I realized there had to be 2
Morning Meeting
Omg I can imagine it. You want to drink cup of warm milk, you go down the stairs to the kitchen and then- reowwwwww, pfffff, boom
Load More Replies...With two voids, I just sort of shuffle along at night, to survive till morning
My void tripped me in the bathroom and sent me to the hospital with a concussion.
Load More Replies...This looks like a quite challenging mid-level boss fight where you gotta make it upstairs alive, where one of the scarce saving points is located...chin scritches, head pets, treats, a toy mouse and a laser pointer are the weapons in your inventory...I'm pretty sure, I'm gonna get k🔞lled instantly by a heavy cuteness overload...🔫 🗡️ 🐈⬛ 🐈 🎮
So what if you have decided to introduce a new cat into your household?
"It is always going to be potentially difficult to introduce a new cat to a resident cat," Laura says. "It is important to recognize that even when the introduction process is conducted as carefully as possible, there is no guarantee that the cats will happily accept one another. Some cats simply do not want to live with other cats, and it is important to recognize and act on this to ensure the cats in your care have the best welfare possible, both in terms of thinking about their physical health and their mental wellbeing. We encourage people to read our ‘Thinking of getting a cat’ article."
They Are Judging Me. The Verdict Is In!
" you served our food to us, LATE! We demand belly rubs as penance."
"We need to talk to you about your wardrobe choices." "Yeah, you can't keep mixing stripes and polka dots, Sarah Beth," "Honestly, I'm ashamed to go out in public with you."
Morning Council Meeting. Today’s Topic: Where Did All These Leaves Come From?
The Council Are Holding A Secret Meeting In The Bathroom
Do you have a Troll after you or something? You are downvoted solidly even though you don't deserve it. For the Troll: really really stupid. BLEP! 😋
Load More Replies..."Hi Karen, pleaz take a seat, we has much to discuz "
"When introducing a new cat to the home, carefully planned introductions must be made to form positive relationships between resident cats and new cats," the cat expert shared. "A resident cat may feel the need to defend their home from a new cat and to protect their resources (food/water/litter facilities/toys etc.). Our ‘Introducing another adult cat or kitten to your cat’ webpage has more information."
Laura says it's also important to consider each cat as an individual whose temperament has been shaped by early life experiences and genetics. "Traits are passed down from their mother and father, and these can shape whether a cat is bold and confident, quiet, and calm or nervous and shy," she explained. "We should consider this when introducing a new cat to ensure their personalities are compatible and to help create positive relationships between cats living together. Cat charities can help support cat caregivers and match cats with a personality most suited to your household and lifestyle."
The Council Is Watching
“Ugh shoot, owner has arrived and they’re going to see what we did with the apartment, quick jack hide evidence”
The Council Mandates A Private Meeting. No Humans Allowed!
The black and white one is about the shut the door in your face.
The Council Is Not Amused By My Pre-Dinner Magic Tricks
This is my favorite picture. It reminds me of those pics that shows 2 different poses, but one is in the background, or a different angle.
This looks like the same picture of one cat coming closer all in one photo
"A successful introduction process can depend on the resident cat’s personality, the new cat’s personality, the introduction process and the resource availability in the home. For the best chances of success, is important to ensure the home is prepared for group living, and that each cat has their own resources," the expert told Bored Panda. "Most cats prefer not to share because they are solitary survivalists, and the choice should be given to allow them to eat, drink, toilet, play or sleep alone. Our ‘Multi-cat households’ page has more information."
Meeting Of The Junior And Senior Council
Clearly I Interrupted
Or perhaps, the black cat is talking and the other thrre cats are trying to tell him/her the owner is behind.
They were totally spilling the tea about your wild night so they can judge you later
The Council Judging Me While Getting Dressed
Mom/dad, yo have 0.000003secs till we attack for food. You've been warned
"It is also important to ensure each cat’s needs have been met, and they are given an appropriate living environment where they can perform natural species-specific behaviors, such as predatory behaviors (hunting for food/playing), gaining access to high places, scratching, toileting facilities," Laura shared.
"Your cats may live with you for many years. Getting the introduction right and taking extra time if necessary to carry it out could make a huge difference to their perceptions of each other," she noted. "Not only do owners feel much better if their cats get on, but also the cats’ stress is reduced considerably."
The Council Has Decided It’s Nap Time
Oh dear. This post is making me consider adding several more cats to my house (even though it can't be done).
"How many ways can N cats be arranged on (N-1) shelves? Show your work."
To Ascend The Stairs Of The Night, You Must Defeat Them. How Do You Proceed?
Are these cats inspiring you to start a council of your own, pandas? We hope you’re enjoying these adorable pics, and please keep upvoting the ones you find most precious. Then, if you’re interested in checking out even more wonderful photos of cats from Bored Panda, we’ve got the perfect list for you right here!
It Appears I Interrupted An Important Meeting
Nothing to see here folks, move on, everything's okay 👍
The Three Loves Of My Life
Daily Morning Council Meeting To Discuss The Squirrels Outside
Will the squirrels bother the birds? This is important to my cat crew.
I had a ginger kitty as a kid who will tell you the squirrels will most definitely bother the birds. And that the squirrels make far better opponents. It's how Tigger got the nickname ScarFace. A tangle with a squirrel.
Load More Replies...Council Annual Meeting
Did you choose the patio set after the cats? The colour looks great with their furs!
Again... The Troll... Jésus, man! Upvoted you!
Load More Replies...Looks like the council is on a short break. We will reconvene in 5 hours or whenever we wake up, then eat, then take a bath
I feel like they are the owners of the house and they a hooman cat
Load More Replies...Ninja Council
I love black cats, but with that many how do you tell them apart?
I'd probably use different colour collars. You'd definitely need to know who is who for a vet visit. (I love black cats too!!)
Load More Replies...Seriously how? We cat/house sitted for my mother in law and my daughter accidentally brought in the neighbors black cat. I thought he was acting a bit skiddish until my son pointed out that it was the wrong cat.
Have you seen the post where someone lost a cat, found him, only to discover his cat at home. They were identical long-haired tuxedos.
Load More Replies...I would have to give them all the same name--i don't think I could tell them apart!
The Council Cuddling Under The Kitchen Table
My earlier comment about getting eight cats to behave has just been made redundant..
Could be fostering? But yes, still a lot of mouths either way!
Load More Replies...Late For Their Meeting
YES! Black cats! Come on in! Come on in! I'm a WITCH! (Well, it's my close friends who say that 😛)
The Council Of Gingers Thinks I Should Find Somewhere Else To Sit
If they sit close enough, they can all use it at once! :D
Load More Replies...I Say One’s Name And They All Come
Yes! I love the markings! Usually you see white masking ON the muzzle and nose, not *around* the muzzle/eyes!
Load More Replies...Yep just like my dogs, I call the female and they both come. If I call the male only he comes most of the time.
Easy solution: just rattle a bag of dry food. No words required. They will all come.
😎
the rocky road flavored one is derpping especially hard. since has orange on them, does that mean they share the collective orange braincell, the collective void braincell, both of them, or neither of them??
What kind of cat is this? I adore black cats and I didn't know there were long haired ones! This is the kind of cat I want to get, I've been looking forever for the right one.
In Order To Get A Seat On The Council, I Would Have To *sit* On The Council
Council Judging Me How I Garden
Yes! I was about to type the same comment and then saw yours.
Load More Replies...There had better be some catnip planted out there if you any intentions of coming back in the house.
Staircase Council
I Have No Say What Happens To My Bed. The Full Council Has Adjourned To It
I'm so tired I wish I could turn into a cat for a night, cuddle up on a soft blanket and sleep for 12 Hours. Those cats look so comfy.
What are you talking about? It's their house XD
Load More Replies...The Elder Ladies Are Beginning To Accept Their New Family Member
Nope, they’re not, and they’d like to have a word with management. 🤣
The Council Is Quite Displeased With My Tardiness Arriving For Evening Treat Time
That’s the way I’m looking at my partner when I’m sending him to buy me something to eat from down the street and he comes back hour later after being at the supermarket
I Opened The Door And Stumbled Upon These Cuties Having A Meeting
We don't have as many outdoor kitties around where I live any more. There were a lot when I was growing up in the 80s/90s, and a lot of stray cats as well. Now I think most people keep their cats indoors, because there are urban coyotes in my city, and hawks and a lot of car traffic. But I did used to love as a kid when I would open the door and the neighborhood cats would be out on the porch hanging out with my cat, Kaz, awaiting me to feed them all XD
Load More Replies...I cried when I saw this photo. I'm from Generation X. And cats, according to my Boomer parents, had to go outside, because that was nature. And have lots of kittens. And then we took them to the SPA. To make them die. With gas. I cried every time, and they called me stupid. They were just animals after all. Now I don't talk to my parents anymore. And I have an adorable little operated calico cat who never goes outside. She's the mistress of the house. She often quibbles with us to get cuddles. And me and my boyfriend, we obey him.
What Is Happening Here? (Wrong Answers Only)
They are discussing how the neighborhood is going to dogs, "Look at that bicycle left in the road!"
Somebody found a warm spot in the driveway so you have to park in the street.
When my cat died all the neighborhood cats were in my yard just like that.(?)
Bikie gang looking to upgrade from and put peddle to metal. Now who's got the screwdriver?
We Moved Into A New House Today
And they're not in deep hiding? My hubby's cat, Trooper, hid for two days after we moved house.
Which One Of These Things Is Not Like The Other?
Oh, I know! The one that's walking away. That's the one that's not like the others.
Yes! You're right! That one has shorter fur!
Load More Replies..."OK dog, you understand Soft Can-openers better than we do. How do they open the door?"
What Are They Up To?
They are Cusances {Cat Nusance} it is their jjob to be in the way at the wrong time and place
Just Observing This Time
Council Of (Not My) Cats Convenes
I have never seen one like that! And I've seen a lot of cats! Amazing!
Load More Replies...The Council Will Decide You Fate After A Quick Nap
Well, that's a quick nap. I will said 14 hours.
Load More Replies...They Found A Bug
Everytime I Go Into The Backyard
A Bathroom Meeting
The Council Has Decided These Rocks Shall Be Their Resting Spot
The setting looks like an archaeological site of some kind. The white stone at the upper right may be a fragment of a column capital.
I Don’t Know What They Are Planning. Help!
Now Listen Up
Am I An Honorary Council Member?
Please be a warm cushion and not a worm one
Load More Replies...Is it just me or do I want to tickle the cat's pretty little black beans in the back? And to see him jump and give me an offended look: “How dare you?”
I Was Not Invited To The Meeting…
The Council Has Spotted A Moth
It Has Been Decided, That . .
The Three Musketeers
The Newly Formed Council Debriefs Halloween
The Council Has Decided It Was Time For A BBQ
I Interrupted My Cats' Meeting
Reminds me of black & white photos of very serious businessmen in the 40s/50s :D
I'm Supposed To Be At Work. The Council Has Decided Otherwise
I Heard The Council Was Having A Meeting And I Think I May Have Interrupted
What Has The Council Decided?
What’s The Agenda For This Meeting?
The Council Has Decided The Bed Belongs To Them Now
Council Meeting
My Council, Just Counciling
They Voted For Extra Wet Food
Council Of Nurse Kitties Has Convened
How About You Explain Why There Aren't Any Treats In This Delivery?
The Council Is Tuckered
Turned On The Lights To Find This Meeting Of Just The Boys….😳
The Junior Council Looks Very Confused At Their First Meeting
They're waiting for you to take that baby to the vet to get their eye checked.
They Protec
Council’s Feeding Time
I Was Clearly Not Invited To The Bathroom Sink Meeting
Barely Woke Up, Haven't Had Coffee Yet. And Part Of My Crew Is Already Demanding Breakfast Treats
A Very Important Meeting
What Have I Interrupted To Get The Stink Eye?
The Council Hates The Door Closed
My Boys Hoping For Treats
The Kitty Committee Will See You Now
I have this same model, she's a teeny b****y little thing. She rules us all and gets whatever she wants whenever she wants. No, of course she didn't want to cuddle while I was reading but now that I started my project, demanding I lay back bc the only reasonable and comfortable spot to lay in the whole house is around my neck.
Sit Down Human, We Have A Long List Of Beefs With You, Starting With Our Paltry Daily Allotment Of Treats
No One Can Decide On Dinner.....and Yes, Junior Got Into Flour, LOL
The Meeting Is Adjourned
7 rotisserie chickens in one space! Bathing must take days
Load More Replies...J naked kitties, have to keep warm spots for them all the time to my understanding or put sweaters on them.
Hey, You. You're Finally Awake
Black Sheep
I Tried To Get Close Enough To Listen But I Failed. What Could The Council Be Deliberating!?
Don't Know What This Council Is For, Only That It Holds Session Every Time I Go In The Bathroom
I don't know guys; he just sits there for about 20 minutes looking at his phone. Then he grabs some paper, flushes and leaves. We need to check on this.
Bathtub Meet
The Council Keeps Watch…
The nearest cat shouldn't be outside. It needs to see a vet and have house rest
This is what it said on Reddit: "Yes, thank you for your concern. It is a rather shallow wound, but he is under a vet’s care, has received antibiotics, and I was given wound care instruction to do twice a day. He has another checkup in the middle of next week."
Load More Replies...Some Of My Crew Joined Force To Demand Dinner A Hr Early!
Was it last weekend during the time change? My dogs were confused for a couple of days
How do so many people afford to have 3+ cats?? The vet care costs on one aging boy are tough to manage 😭
I suppose it's possible that they live in an area where veterinary costs aren't as high. Really surprises me to see such a difference in some procedures. Where I live, getting a healthy cat spayed can cost $350 to $600 at most vets, when I was traveling through the US, reading some smaller town newspapers, I saw the same procedure advertised anywhere between 50 and $100. And I thought wow... Same with houses. I don't live in a metropolis by any means (it's a dumpy city that thinks it's more important than it is,) But you can't get a house for under $500,000, the average cost is about $800,000. And traveling in the northwest (approx 2000 miles from here), we saw beautiful houses and tons of land that was included for the same price... So who knows? (PS Hugs to you and your senior fella) 😺
Load More Replies...I'm rather envious... my co-op's by-laws have a limit of two cats per household (regardless of apartment size). I'm looking to adopt a bonded pair right now, since our last cat died in January. But I'd take a whole clowder of kitties if I could!
I didn't know a grouping of cats was referred to as "The council" (Even if it's just in jest) ... I looked at these pictures and I smiled and I laughed and I thought they were great; I went outside did a couple hours of garden work, came inside, and found my own grouping of three cats having a council meeting in the front enclosed porch in the sunshine. And yes it really does look like you've walked in on a secret meeting doesn't it lol.
When my sister & I were in our teens, in Connecticut, we used to cut through a yard and there was always a "cat convention " as we called it. At the time we thought it was creepy, now I have cats.. totally get it
How do so many people afford to have 3+ cats?? The vet care costs on one aging boy are tough to manage 😭
I suppose it's possible that they live in an area where veterinary costs aren't as high. Really surprises me to see such a difference in some procedures. Where I live, getting a healthy cat spayed can cost $350 to $600 at most vets, when I was traveling through the US, reading some smaller town newspapers, I saw the same procedure advertised anywhere between 50 and $100. And I thought wow... Same with houses. I don't live in a metropolis by any means (it's a dumpy city that thinks it's more important than it is,) But you can't get a house for under $500,000, the average cost is about $800,000. And traveling in the northwest (approx 2000 miles from here), we saw beautiful houses and tons of land that was included for the same price... So who knows? (PS Hugs to you and your senior fella) 😺
Load More Replies...I'm rather envious... my co-op's by-laws have a limit of two cats per household (regardless of apartment size). I'm looking to adopt a bonded pair right now, since our last cat died in January. But I'd take a whole clowder of kitties if I could!
I didn't know a grouping of cats was referred to as "The council" (Even if it's just in jest) ... I looked at these pictures and I smiled and I laughed and I thought they were great; I went outside did a couple hours of garden work, came inside, and found my own grouping of three cats having a council meeting in the front enclosed porch in the sunshine. And yes it really does look like you've walked in on a secret meeting doesn't it lol.
When my sister & I were in our teens, in Connecticut, we used to cut through a yard and there was always a "cat convention " as we called it. At the time we thought it was creepy, now I have cats.. totally get it
