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Our graceful and elegant feline overlords have another side to them. When they think we’re not looking, they can act like the biggest derps on Planet Earth! Luckily for us, their derpiness is an endless source of entertainment for us and the internet alike.
That’s where the massive ‘Animals Being Derps’ online community comes in. You think you’ve seen what hilarious and wholesome truly looks like? Think again! The r/AnimalsBeingDerps subreddit has a whopping 3.6 million members and has been an active part of Reddit since May 2013. The community is dedicated to sharing photos and videos of animals “acting like complete idiots.” And today, we’re featuring some of the funniest and cutest cat pics from the subreddit to brighten up your day, dear Pandas.
Remember to pet those derpy cattos through your screen, upvote your fave pics, and let us know in the comments which felines won over your heart. Obviously, we want our cats looking fabulous in the derpy photos we take of them, so it falls to us to help them take care of their appearance, no matter how much they prioritize their own cleanliness. Check out Bored Panda’s interview about just that below. Onwards into the Land of Derp!
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#1
Learning How To Cat. Progress Is Slow
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When You Like The Present But It Ain't For You...
#3
The World's Most Interesting Lamp
One of the things that we can do to make our cats as photogenic as possible is to keep their coats all healthy and shiny. Now, naturally, owners should be concerned about keeping their cats’ coats in the best possible shape no matter if they’re going to be taking fun and derpy photos of them or not.
Anna Ewers Clark, a vet working with the PDSA, a British animal veterinary charity, went into detail with Bored Panda about the proper way to take care of feline fur. From bathing them to what products to avoid.
According to vet Anna, cats are very clean creatures, so we should think about bathing them only in special circumstances. “Most cats don’t need baths, and in fact, many cats find being in water very stressful,” she explained.
#4
This Last Second Photo I Just Took Of My Cat Stretching Her Arms And Sneezing. I’ve Been Uncontrollably Laughing For The Past 5 Minutes Now
#5
When The Human Asks Where All The Catnip Went. "Aliens"
#6
Got Him A New Water Bowl. I Think He Misunderstood What It Is. And Yes He Sits In The Water...
“If your cat does get very dirty or has something you think might be toxic on their coat, it’s best to sponge the area with a damp flannel, or rinse the area with a cup of water, instead of putting your cat in the bath or shower.”
The vet told Bored Panda that we ought to use tap water and avoid shampoos when bathing our cats. Shampoos are only fine if they’ve been prescribed by your vet.
“The smells of shampoos, creams, and lotions can be much stronger for your cat’s sensitive nose and they can strip the oils out of your cat’s coat—even sensitive shampoos can make your cat’s coat look dry and dull or make them itchy.”
#7
If I Lick It, No One Else Can Have It
#8
The Guardian Of The Box
#9
The Two Friends You Had In Middle School That Your Parents Didn't Like
Brian Bennett 4 years ago
The one with the tongue - they say she's a bit loopy but she's a lot of fun. The one yelling used to be a cheerleader she's just loud!
The ‘Animals Being Derps’ subreddit uses the tagline, “Aww, they’re so stupid.” However, you shouldn’t think of it as anyone criticizing these animals. Quite the opposite! Think of it as a compliment that celebrates the range of emotions and behaviors that pets have.
The subreddit’s mods urge all newcomers to read the rules carefully. Joining a new community takes a bit more than posting a bunch of awesome photos—it’s about engaging with your fellow members. That means playing by the rules.
#10
My Roommates Cat Sometimes Sits Like A Goblin
#11
Your Package Of Derp Will Arrive On Caturday
#12
He's Not The Sharpest Tool In The Shed...
Members should by no means post photos of animals that are drugged, sick, or injured. What’s more, the subreddit has a hardline stance that there should be no animals in costumes, no staged submission, and no “animals just sitting there.”
What’s more, you should do your best to avoid politics and memes. That’s a lot of rules! But the wholesome content more than makes up for that. In the end, it’s worth it to have an awesome and friendly community that cares about animals deeply.
The mods point out that the animals in the photos themselves obviously must be derps. “Don't forget, though most Derps are incredibly Aww, a lot of Awws aren't Derps,” they explain the distinction.
#13
You Ok?
#14
How Is She Real??
#15
Catto Being Curious
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Because I Can...
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This Cat Is Named Crazy Eyes Olive
#19
New Parents Often Have A Hard Time Getting Enough Sleep
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Mlem Cat
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The Derpiest Of The Derps Is Observing Me In Silence
#23
A Bird Landed On Our Balcony Today...
#24
Bill’s Having An Existential Crisis
#25
Stayed Like This For About 5 Minutes
#26
Send Help
#27
My Parent’s Cat Being An Absolute Loaf
#28
She Is My Beautiful Derp
#29
Kittens On The Lookout
#30
He Was In The Middle Of Grooming When Someone Rang The Doorbell.. Sat Like That For 10-15 Minutes
#32
I Honestly Don't Know
Eva the Egg 4 years ago
She looks like the poor guy informing the king that all the slaves escaped 😂
#33
Hi All, First Time Posting Here. I Present My Beloved Taylor For Your Amusement
Dr Nostromo 4 years ago
20 pots of catnip on the porch. 20 pots of catnip. You eat one down....
#34
Not My Picture But Funny
#35
The Expression Kills Me
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Hope You Enjoy It!
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Clumsy Ninja
#38
Doesn't Need A Title
#39
He Likes To Sleep Like This
Agata Fronia 4 years ago
vet ASAP it is head pressing https://coleandmarmalade.com/2019/01/29/head-pressing-in-cats-a-must-read-for-all-cat-owners/
#40
Cat Refuses To Play With Anything... Until I Get A Bit Of String Out
#41
I Took This Photo Just As My Cat Alfonso Caught His First Mouse. His Reaction Was An Intricate Mix Of Confusion, Fear, And Regret
#42
Hold Power Button For Hard Reboot
#44
"Get A Sphynx," They Said. "They're So Regal And Exotic," They Said. My Son Is A T-Rex
#45
My Mother's New Kitten Definitely Identifies As A Smol Derp...
#46
Tillie Is A Bit Strange Sometimes
#47
When The Vet Gives You The Good Stuff
#48
Managed To Catch My Derpster Cat, Monte, 3 Sneezes In A Row. Picture Of Grace And Majesty Right There
Iguanacircusgirl2000 4 years ago
The crossed eyes in the bottom photo on the left cracks me up!
#49
Look At My Chicken Legs, Human
#50
One More Please
#51
That Cat Is Handsome
#52
Pink Floydian Panda 4 years ago
Look at that intensity! Cats certainly are world class sleepers. Must be the 3 hour "post-breakfast up for 15 minutes to eat and hit the litter box" nap that serves as the warm up for the more serious "post quick snack and a bit of grooming" 5 hour afternoon nap. What a life!
#53
That Joke Must Have Been A Slap!
Final score:
52points
Dr Nostromo 4 years ago
...and then he said, "Ain't that the cat's meow!" HA HA HA. Yeah, I got a million of 'em.
#54
This Is Gary. Sometimes His Head Detaches From His Body
#55
I Have To Be Away From My Cat, But My Boyfriend Sends My Updates Daily. This Is My Amazing Derp Today
#56
Velma Thinks We Can't See Her Behind The Curtain
#57
Sometimes My Cat Just ???
#58
Peat Experienced Catnip For The Very First Time And Was Transformed Into The Stoner Meme Guy For 20 Minutes
#61
He Fell Fast Asleep Just Like This
Nadine Bamberger 4 years ago
And now you can not move for the next 3-4 hours, it's illegal, no matter how cramped up you are.
#62
I Was Told You Guys Might Like This Picture Of My Cat
#63
Ollie Being Goofy For The Camera
Brian Bennett 4 years ago
This tongue was made for lickin and that's just what its gonna do one day this tongue will lick all over you!
#64
Casually Glanced Over And Saw My Cat Laying Like This On The Back Of The Chair. It Looks Like He's Giving Me A Tiny Thumbs Up
#65
"The Other Cats Are Very Strange"
#66
Call Me Cute One. More. Time....
Brian Bennett 4 years ago
Whaterve that thing is in your hand is gonna be in your left ear in a minute!
#67
Monkey Cat Gonna Monkey Cat
#68
The Captain's Been Living Rough For Five Years And Has No Idea How To Receive Belly Rubs, But He Loves Them.
#69
My Tux Rests In Her Hammock Like It's A Recliner
#70
No More Reversing Gravity In This Household!
#71
Our Cat Taking Three Stairs
#72
Dabby Tabby
Dr Nostromo 4 years ago
You do the hokey pokey and you turn yourself around. That's what it's all about!
#73
Just A Drink From The Sink
#74
I Was Told He Belonged Here. He Was Mad At Me For Being Away For Long(I Couldn’t See Him For 2 Months Because Of Lockdowns) This Is After A Few Belly Rubs. Am I Forgiven ?
#75
I Think My Cat Is Broken. How Is She Comfortable?
#76
Enlightened Cat
#77
The Ab Work Out Clearly Isn't Working Out For My Boy
#78
Derp Cat X4
#79
He Sleeps Like This 90% Of The Time
Brian Bennett 4 years ago
So do I if you think this is silly wait till you se my sleeping beauty photog!
#80
My Wife Got This Picture Of Our Cat, Peat. I Felt It Would Be Appropriate Here. “Cheese!”
Brian Bennett 4 years ago
I make that same grin just before I give the most explosive sneeze on the planet!
#81
My Cat Reaching Maximum Levels Of Derp
Kathryn Baylis 4 years ago
I’ve had more days than I can count where I just fell across the bed like this when I got home. Coat still on, purse strap still on my shoulder, grocery bags and keys still in my hands.
#82
She’s Satisfied With This Box.
#83
How The Turntables
#84
He Has A Very Handsome Smile
#85
Mood
#86
My Cat's Derp Face When He Demands Attention
Kathryn Baylis 4 years ago
The late Alan Rickman. As a cat. (Depending on the cat’s birth date, maybe a reincarnation?)
#87
He Prefers This To His Cat Tree
#88
Paused In The Middle Of Cleaning Herself To Stare Into The Abyss For 5-10 Minutes
Brian Bennett 4 years ago
When you look into the abyss the abyss looks into you or so I'm told!
#89
100% Elegance, 100% Of The Time
#90
I Looked Over And He Was Asleep Like This
#91
Please Help Me Hooman
#92
Suns Out, Tongues Out
#93
Owner’s Cat At A Remodel Job I Was Working At. Just Turned Around And There It Was, Chillin On My Ladder
#94
This Is The Derpiest Picture I've Ever Taken Of Her. She Then Ran Away From Embarrassment After. Everyone, Meet Carlos
#95
Such Cutes, Much Derps
#97
She Zones Out Like This Frequently
#98
Adopted Carl A Week Ago. He's A Bit Odd.
Brian Bennett 4 years ago
Oddness is not always a bad thing - I think Carl is still adjusting!
#99
My Cat Got Itself Stuck
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What do you think ?
Nadia Montera 4 years ago
I can lool at cat memes and videos all day long. I have to force myself to stop so I can go to work and make a living. Hahahaha
Suzanne Haigh 4 years ago
When I move house I am having a cat, just hope it is a derp like these, but never mind if not.
sharron lynn parsons 4 years ago
If you can, I suggest two, twice the fun, and keep each other, company when alone !!!
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sharron lynn parsons 4 years ago
I love all animals, but cats provide, constant entertainment III
sharron lynn parsons 4 years ago
Love this post, I have had dogs, however, my two rescued cats, constantly amuse me !!!
therarestbanana 4 years ago
Go outside and relax. Touch some grass. Life is good.
Load More Replies... Nadia Montera 4 years ago
I can lool at cat memes and videos all day long. I have to force myself to stop so I can go to work and make a living. Hahahaha
Suzanne Haigh 4 years ago
When I move house I am having a cat, just hope it is a derp like these, but never mind if not.
sharron lynn parsons 4 years ago
If you can, I suggest two, twice the fun, and keep each other, company when alone !!!
Load More Replies... sharron lynn parsons 4 years ago
I love all animals, but cats provide, constant entertainment III
sharron lynn parsons 4 years ago
Love this post, I have had dogs, however, my two rescued cats, constantly amuse me !!!
therarestbanana 4 years ago
Go outside and relax. Touch some grass. Life is good.
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