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The world we live in can be stressful and often overwhelming, but even with all its lows, it still gave us one silver lining that brings a lot of comfort: animals. Without jobs or bills to worry about, they’re free to be playful, curious, and effortlessly funny, and just watching them for a moment can make the day feel better.

That naturally makes them perfect meme material. On the Instagram page Pets Rule The Universe—and it’s hard to argue with a name like that—animals are simply being their hilarious selves. Scroll down to see their best memes and let them melt some of that stress away.

#1

Collage of overhated animals including a pigeon, skunk, rat, opossum, and raven with a positive message.

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Owen
Community Member
3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I hate no animals. I can't say the same about people.

Crystalwitch60
Community Member
1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And I gotta say I most defo don’t like or trust any person as hates animals !

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Smeghead Tribble Down Under
Community Member
8 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Can never understand this! Am in Australia so have never seen a real skunk or opossum, but I've alawys thought they were adorable! I LOVE rats, they are clean, sweet and super intelligent, and while I don't LOVE pigeons, I think they're pretty birds that make a nice sound.

Crystalwitch60
Community Member
1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I adore pigeons beautiful birds , and harvest mice doormice , to love em ,rats not so keen on lol ,but I live out in the stick surrounded by farm land so they come with the territory,least it’s not down to filthy homes n streets mind you , n my two little foster dogs are trained ratters working dogs , so since I’ve had them here gardens rat free 😋they gone back to the wheat field at end of garden phew ,but other than that I adore all animals ,humans NOT SO MUCH ,

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    #2

    Tiger lying in a cardboard box labeled free kittens, showcasing a funny animal meme to lighten heavy thoughts.

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    Crystalwitch60
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hmmm now I would lol I have the space , however not so sure the farmers would agree 😂

    sbj
    Community Member
    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No thanks, I'll pass

    #3

    Cute therapy dog at the dentist office in animal memes that help people forget heavy thoughts with humor and warmth

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    sbj
    Community Member
    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's how big my eyes get when I'm handed the bill

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    #8

    Beaver proudly standing next to a tree it chewed, showcasing animal memes that help people forget heavy thoughts.

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    WindySwede
    Community Member
    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "I've sharpened your pencil now, need a new one to get going with!" ✏️

    Crystalwitch60
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beaver be like , ffs I gotta do all the work meself , honestly ya can’t get the staff these days 🙄😂

    Harry Gondalf
    Community Member
    1 hour ago

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    The pic I like is the one like this I saw a while ago. It was taken just a few minutes after this one. A d- e-a-d beaver squashed by a falling tree.

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    #11

    Two small animals nuzzling nose to nose in the snow, a heartwarming animal meme to forget heavy thoughts.

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    NapQueen
    Community Member
    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I guess morning breath doesn't affect them.

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    #13

    Fluffy animal meme showing a small puppy’s surprising true size in bright sunlight to lighten heavy thoughts.

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    WindySwede
    Community Member
    2 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is this what an atom would look like if we could make it as large as a smol dog?

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    #19

    Screenshot of a social media post about students sending otter pictures, accompanied by a close-up photo of an otter.

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    Zig Zag Wanderer
    Community Member
    2 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's 'otterly' ridiculous 😍

    Crystalwitch60
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’s a nifty way to weed out those as haven’t read it all properly love it x

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    #24

    Blurry close-up of a cat misidentified as a dog in a humorous animal meme for lighthearted relief.

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    Lukas (he/him, it/its)
    Community Member
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Apparently some kids in Australia are getting past the social media ban by tricking the age verification AI with pictures of dogs. I don't know why this reminded me of that.

    MiauMiau
    Community Member
    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mi old phone identifies my Cat as food

    WindySwede
    Community Member
    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dog in picture; " that's correct! *Wov* "

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    #30

    Wet kitten held by a hand near a bathroom sink, part of funny animal memes to help forget heavy thoughts.

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    Smeghead Tribble Down Under
    Community Member
    3 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You'd better kiss your rse goodbye. Look at that glare!

    Trillian
    Community Member
    44 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why would you bathe a cat?

    M M
    Community Member
    25 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Usually you shouldn't but it might have certain conditions when it's necessary

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    #31

    Dog dressed in blue wrapping paper sitting on carpet, caption expressing hope for a PS5, animal memes bringing joy.

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    Crystalwitch60
    Community Member
    1 hour ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Poor puppers , sorry don’t agree with this at all 😡n he looks well distraught pfft

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    #33

    Two adorable kittens snugly sitting inside cozy blue slippers in a cute animal meme to lift heavy thoughts.

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    Glix Drap
    Community Member
    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Puss in Slippers - the early years.

    WindySwede
    Community Member
    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Excuse me, we will be having our snacks in bed this evening"

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    #34

    Small dog resting inside a large shark plush bed, a funny animal meme helping people forget heavy thoughts.

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    WindySwede
    Community Member
    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They missed the best caption. "The shar have a loose Canine" that was here on BP a few days ago. 😺

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    #40

    Bernese Mountain Dog closely observing a small tortoise outside, a funny animal meme helping people forget heavy thoughts.

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    Cee Cee
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That play bow ain't gonna work. You will be bulldozered.

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    #42

    Group of colorful seals resting by the water, featured in popular animal memes to help people forget heavy thoughts

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    Crystalwitch60
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ❤️❤️I want this as a pic on my wall ,it’s beautiful 🥰

    WindySwede
    Community Member
    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "We Furecast you a great 2026!"

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    #45

    Dog listening to a gramophone outdoors in the snow, a vintage animal meme capturing a lighthearted moment from 1911.

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    James D
    Community Member
    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love hearing about the random stuff old explorers took with them. Like "we won't need extra supplies of blankets, but lets take a writing desk"

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    #47

    Tabby cat looking at a phone showing an animal meme about anger in a humorous and relatable moment.

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    WindySwede
    Community Member
    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cat react-videos, rather that than humans..

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    #49

    Cat sitting at a keyboard looking at a computer screen with repeated text, a humorous animal meme image.

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    WindySwede
    Community Member
    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "I see that you are online all work day, great work John! But we must talk why you're missing every 5 I your excel sheets, replacing it with 'five' does not work you know..."

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    #51

    Astronaut on the moon with a mysterious animal figure circled in red, a funny twist for animal memes about heavy thoughts.

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    oktopus
    Community Member
    26 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Hoomin where iz noms from Planet Earth?"

    #52

    Two black and white cats wearing green Santa hats with festive text in a holiday-themed animal meme.

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    Owen
    Community Member
    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Does anyone else think Holly should have a red hat?

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    #62

    Small rodent sitting in snow with text annotations highlighting no jacket, hat, gloves, or earmuffs in animal memes.

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    WindySwede
    Community Member
    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "But still gets service!" 🎵🎵

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    #67

    A person holding a snail named Pudding with the ocean and sky in the background, a lighthearted animal meme.

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    Louise
    Community Member
    2 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can tell Pudding appreciated it.

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    #69

    Two cats with tongues out beside colorful text listing birth months, a playful animal meme to lighten heavy thoughts.

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    oktopus
    Community Member
    25 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    According to that chart, I'm a February.

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    #76

    Corgi dog balancing a tall stack of cookies on its nose, a funny animal meme showing impressive patience.

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    WindySwede
    Community Member
    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Chocolate (oreos) on a dog? Hope you have good insurance if dog eats them!

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    #79

    Duckling floating on a slice of pizza in water, a humorous animal meme helping people forget heavy thoughts.

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    WindySwede
    Community Member
    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It could be worse, he could be toast!

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    #82

    Thumbnails of animal hypnosis videos featuring cows with spirals and swirling patterns to relax and entertain viewers.

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    NapQueen
    Community Member
    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm not doing anything tonight, might have to give this a go. If I start lactating milk, it's because I'm a cow and not a new Mumma.

    Lukas (he/him, it/its)
    Community Member
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    2 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This feels like a fétish...

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    #94

    Golden retriever sitting at a desk with a pen and laptop, featured in popular animal memes for lighthearted fun.

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    Zig Zag Wanderer
    Community Member
    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Dear human, the Cat said he wanted to leave home. I had to let him go. The Dog."

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    #99

    Goose standing on dirt looking at a laptop on a small table outside in an animal memes setting.

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    Zig Zag Wanderer
    Community Member
    2 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    On the internet, nobody knows if you're a goose....

    Phantom Phoenix
    Community Member
    2 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fact is that any goose can Google, yet people still believe stupid shıt...

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    #102

    Twelve adorable rabbits with different colors and names, part of popular animal memes to lighten heavy thoughts.

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    Owen
    Community Member
    3 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Slungus has my vote. Slungus for president.

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    #103

    Bulldog puppy sitting on a large green frog statue, showcasing cute animal memes helping people forget heavy thoughts.

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    Owen
    Community Member
    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I used to put my bulldog down the slide in the park when kids weren't playing there.

    #104

    Funny-Animals-Posts-Petsruletheuniverse

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    David Paterson
    Community Member
    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    An illustration of the famous saying: "If you're chained by the ankle to a seal, don't look elsewhere!”.

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    #106

    Dog wearing a colorful spinny hat indoors, a humorous animal meme helping people forget heavy thoughts.

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    David Paterson
    Community Member
    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a solar powered spinny hat. Even more awesome.

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    #120

    Polar bear and penguin in the snow captured in a playful moment, featured in popular animal memes.

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    Phantom Phoenix
    Community Member
    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    *Shouting slowly because penguins don't speak polar bear* DO. YOU. KNOW. HOW. I. CAN. GET. BACK. TO. THE. ARCTIC. CIRCLE?