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Cats are notorious for making the rules in their homes. They will walk wherever they like, sleep on top of anything, sprint around the living room at 3 in the morning, demand food whenever they want and roam the neighborhood for hours on end until they decide they’ve had enough. The one time I lived with a cat, I often felt like I was in her apartment with the way she made herself at home sleeping on my desk and burrowing into my chair so she could hide in the cushion. It can be impossible to get a cat to respect any boundaries you set, but they certainly have their own. And one way they’ll demand personal space is by yelling

In honor of all the furious, excited and scared cats that let out hilarious screams, the MEOW meOW MEOw subreddit was born. We’ve gone through MEOW meOw MEOw, or Cats Who Yell, to find some of the best pics of adorable cats who just want to be listened to and gathered them all down below. So enjoy these photos, and be sure to upvote the ones that you swear you can almost hear. And then if you’re interested in even more cute cats screaming, check out Bored Panda’s last post on the same subreddit right here.

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Doing A Good Yell And Keeping People Away From Her Human In Ukraine!

Doing A Good Yell And Keeping People Away From Her Human In Ukraine!

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It’s no secret that the internet loves cats. From viral memes featuring coughing cats to the obsession millions had with Grumpy Cat, people just cannot seem to get enough feline content. So The Cats Who Yell subreddit came along at the perfect time. The group was created in June 2018 and has amassed 590k members since then. Full of photos of cats with their mouths wide open, the community’s description states, “Cats yelling. Shame yawns, not yells! No breeders/breeder-purchased cats.” It’s great that even on this page that’s just for fun, they still care about promoting adoption rather than buying pets from breeders. 

Common posts on the page include the flairs “Feed me right meow!”, “Ol’ Yeller”, “Human Conmeowsationalist”, “Baby Cat mew mew  mewmew mewmew”, and “Scream Team”. The moderators have even had to take a stand against yawning photos, as it is imperative that “the cat is actually making sounds” when a photo or video is taken. So when you see the pics on this list, you can rest assured knowing that the sounds you are imagining probably did come out of these cute little cats' mouths.

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Rudy Managed To Stick Around For One Last Weekend- Thank You, Sweet Man. 13 Years Of Your Love Makes Me Feel Beyond Words Right Now

Rudy Managed To Stick Around For One Last Weekend- Thank You, Sweet Man. 13 Years Of Your Love Makes Me Feel Beyond Words Right Now

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

May Rudy find peace and joy across the Rainbow Bridge. My Wintressia and Kaz are waiting there to show him the ropes :) 🌈

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If you have ever had a cat, you know that they can be quite vocal. And according to the ASPCA, cats meow to communicate with people. “Meowing is an interesting vocalization in that adult cats don’t actually meow at each other, just at people,” they explain. So rather than meowing being like a secret cat language, it might be more like cats attempting to speak our languages. The most common reasons the ASPCA lists for cats being vocal are to greet people, to solicit attention, to ask for food, to ask to be let in or out, elderly cats suffering from mental confusion, and to find a mate. 

Have you ever heard a cat meow and swear that it sounded like they said “hello”? Well, they might have actually been trying to mimic our sounds. So when you come home after a long day or wake up in the morning, be sure to greet your cat. They might just say hi back. If they are trying to solicit attention, they might be looking for some pets, to be played with or just some conversation. “Cats who are left alone for long periods of time each day may be more likely to meow for attention,” the ASPCA explains. 

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Hobbes Would Like You To Know That He Has Never Once Been Fed In His Entire Life

Hobbes Would Like You To Know That He Has Never Once Been Fed In His Entire Life

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My Mom And Fred Arguing During Easter Brunch

My Mom And Fred Arguing During Easter Brunch

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"Fred you ate your part." "LIAR! i never had something to eat in my WHOLE life! gimme food!"

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Like some other animals, and plenty of humans, your cat might also be meowing because it's “hangry”. If it happens when you’re anywhere near their bowl or if it’s breakfast time and you are still sleeping, that meow might mean, “Feed me, please!” A meow could also be a request to be let in or outside. This one tends to be easier to decode, as your cat might stand right at the door and scream until you open it.

“If you’re trying to transition a cat from being indoor-outdoor to living exclusively indoors, you may be in for a period of incessant meowing at doors and windows,” the ASPCA explains. “This is a difficult change for a cat to make, and it will very likely take weeks or even months for the meowing to stop.” So if you feel safe letting your cat outside to explore and get some fresh air all alone, they will definitely tell you when they want out. And from my experience, they will also find any open window to meow at when they want back in too. Even if it seems physically impossible for them to perch on a tiny windowsill, they will find a way. 

#7

Couldn’t Stop Laughing At His Tiny Smol Yelly Face

Couldn’t Stop Laughing At His Tiny Smol Yelly Face

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#8

Anything But The Kisses!!!! Unhand Me, Father!!!

Anything But The Kisses!!!! Unhand Me, Father!!!

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#9

We Are In The Middle Of A Blizzard And Fred Is Stoked Because It Means We Are All Home To Hear The Song Of Her People

We Are In The Middle Of A Blizzard And Fred Is Stoked Because It Means We Are All Home To Hear The Song Of Her People

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If your cat is aging and starts to meow more than usual, there is a small chance that it could be a health problem. The ASPCA explains that, “Elderly cats suffering from mental confusion, or cognitive dysfunction, may meow if they become disoriented—a frequent symptom of this feline version of Alzheimer’s Disease.” Keep a close eye on your cat if it’s starting to reach its ninth life, and don’t be shy about getting it checked out if you are concerned about mental health issues. Lastly, the ASPCA explains that sometimes cats “yowl” when they are looking to attract a special someone. “Females yowl to advertise their receptivity to males, and males yowl to gain access to females.” 

But any cat who is extremely vocal might need to see a vet, just in case. “Numerous diseases can cause cats to feel unusually hungry, thirsty, restless or irritable—any of which is likely to prompt meowing,” the ASPCA explains. “Even if your cat has a history of meowing for food, you should still have her checked by your veterinarian. As cats age, they’re prone to developing an overactive thyroid and kidney disease, and either one may result in excessive meowing.”

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Free Me! I'm Innocent!

Free Me! I'm Innocent!

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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you still are in a shelter, I would adopt you, poor kitty, would that I could; my younger cat is currently struggling with FIP (usually fatal) and until he is free of his virus (or succumbs to it) it wouldn’t be fair to him or to a new kitty for me to adopt another cat… but of course I want to adopt all the kitties >_

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This Guy Was Yelling At Me In A Drainage Ditch On My Walk. Turns Out He's Been Lost Since Thanksgiving. Cosmo Is Now Home!

This Guy Was Yelling At Me In A Drainage Ditch On My Walk. Turns Out He's Been Lost Since Thanksgiving. Cosmo Is Now Home!

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Today Is His 11th Birthday

Today Is His 11th Birthday

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If you have a very vocal kitty who you wish would sometimes exercise its inside voice, the ASPCA also provides some tips for helping your cat quiet down. First, they note that it is important to understand the cause of the excessive meowing before trying to silence it, but once you have determined what is upsetting your cat, you can work to make them feel more comfortable. If your cat is just extremely friendly and loves to say hello, there might not be much you can do about it. But if your cat is demanding attention, you might be able to teach it that you will only pet it or play with it when it's quiet. “Resist the urge to shout at her or give her any form of attention, even angry attention. Instead, be patient and wait for a brief moment of silence,” the ASPCA explains. “Immediately give her the attention she craves. If she starts to meow again, walk away, and only return to her when she’s quiet. If you’re consistent, she will catch on.”

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Very Excited For Amazon

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My Void Isn’t Happy About Our 1000 Mile Drive

My Void Isn’t Happy About Our 1000 Mile Drive

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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I too have a void… but, weirdly, she enjoys car rides! I even have a custom sticker decal on my van that says “Cat is my co-pilot” and another near the window that says “Yes, that’s a cat you see, her name is Kohl” XD

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If you suspect that your cat is meowing out of loneliness or sadness, try to have a pet sitter come visit it for part of the day when you are at work. When your cat has someone to play with for an hour or two in the middle of the day, they might not feel so anxious when left alone. If you think your cat is meowing at you to demand food, don’t give in when it starts being vocal. Stick to a feeding schedule and don’t allow your cat to eat at other times. The ASPCA also recommends investing in an automatic feeder if your cat just won’t stop begging. At least then it will learn that you are not going to fill the bowl, so it will probably stop pestering you.  

#17

It’s His 14th Birthday Today!

It’s His 14th Birthday Today!

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#18

Baby Kitten Who Came Through Our Rescue Sick, Underfed, And Dehydrated. 24 Hours Of Formula And Fluids And She's Become A Little Terror

Baby Kitten Who Came Through Our Rescue Sick, Underfed, And Dehydrated. 24 Hours Of Formula And Fluids And She's Become A Little Terror

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If your cat can never decide if it wants to be in or outside, it might be time to invest in a kitty door. This way, it can come and go as it pleases without disturbing you every time it wants to go for a walk. However, the ASPCA recommends keeping all cats indoors to protect them from danger and diseases. If you can handle the time period of incessant meowing at doors and windows and attempted escapes any time a door is opened, you might be able to fully transition your cat to an indoor lifestyle. “Another option is to build an outdoor cat enclosure so she can spend time outside but remain safe,” the ASPCA notes.

#19

Loosey Isn’t Sure That You Really, Truly Understand About Second Breakfast

Loosey Isn’t Sure That You Really, Truly Understand About Second Breakfast

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My kitty had pre-breakfast, breakfast, post breakfast snack, second breakfast, mid-morning snack, lunch, etc.... when she passed away a year ago I got a sympathy card from the Temptations folks. I think we partly paid for a pool for an executive or something...lol...

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have another bowl with dry food she won't eat. I put it out as a decoy and it calms her down. I'm not sure if it'd work with other cats, but it seems to keep her from whining.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you for sharing this. It seems a very interesting article and the information is also very useful. 英語 講師 求人

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

...and she will do her part to train you EVERY. DAY.

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#21

Some Girl Started Yelling At Me While I Was Grocery Shopping

Some Girl Started Yelling At Me While I Was Grocery Shopping

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Another solution for some excessively vocal cats is to get them spayed or neutered. An unspayed female cat will be in heat every 18-24 days throughout the breeding season (or year round for indoor cats), which can cause her to become more affectionate, rub up against you more, roll around the floor all the time, purr more often and meow much more than usual. A male cat that has not been neutered might also meow excessively and pace around if he hears or smells a female cat in heat nearby. It is always wise to have your cats spayed or neutered in the first place, but especially if you are trying to keep them from screaming all the time, this might help.  

#22

Renters Across The Street Moved Out And Abandoned This Sweet Boy. He Was Not Keen On His Medicated Bath Today

Renters Across The Street Moved Out And Abandoned This Sweet Boy. He Was Not Keen On His Medicated Bath Today

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Better off without his scumbag former owners - people who abandon pets are unspeakably cruel!

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#23

Disapproving Cone Yell

Disapproving Cone Yell

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Cat owners: if your kitty ever needs to wear the Cone of Shame, I recommend buying something called the Bite Not collar instead! It prevents your cat from licking/biting at sutures/wounds just like a cone, but allows them to eat and drink normally and doesn’t make them feel “trapped” in a cone!

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#24

If You Do Not Feed Couch Goblin At Exactly 9am When Her Food Song (Final Countdown) Goes Off, Couch Goblin S C R E M

If You Do Not Feed Couch Goblin At Exactly 9am When Her Food Song (Final Countdown) Goes Off, Couch Goblin S C R E M

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In terms of what not to do when your cat just wants to talk and talk, the ASPCA warns pet owners never to just ignore them. “The one exception is if you know for certain that she’s meowing to get you to do something she wants. In every other instance, it’s safest to assume that something’s wrong—she may not have access to her litter box, or her water bowl may be empty, or she may be locked in a closet. Always make sure that her needs are met before assuming that she’s just being demanding by meowing at you.” 

#25

The Tiny Boss Of The House, 19 Years Old

The Tiny Boss Of The House, 19 Years Old

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#26

There's No Context. He's Just Yelling At My Foot

There's No Context. He's Just Yelling At My Foot

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Cats are really amazing creatures. Though they are very different from us, they still learned that yelling is a surefire way to get attention. We hope you enjoy the rest of this adorable list of screaming kitties, and remember to upvote all of your favorite pics. Then if you want to find even more cats demanding affection, food, to be let outside, or to be left alone, don’t forget to check out our last story on Cats Who Yell right here.

#28

Dio Yells At The Table While I Eat Dinner. He’s Great At Holding A Conversation

Dio Yells At The Table While I Eat Dinner. He’s Great At Holding A Conversation

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Was Told I Should Post This Here. He Meows When He Yawns Which Turns Into A Smol Yell

Was Told I Should Post This Here. He Meows When He Yawns Which Turns Into A Smol Yell

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#30

My Chatty Girl Passed 2 Years Ago, But This Popped Up On My Fb Timeline And It’s My Favorite Of Her

My Chatty Girl Passed 2 Years Ago, But This Popped Up On My Fb Timeline And It’s My Favorite Of Her

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She Demands Payment For Her Outstanding Work

She Demands Payment For Her Outstanding Work

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

guess she doesn't approve of the wallpaper. it's time to renovate her house.

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Cat Sitting. Old Man Is Furious That He Can’t Go Outside Because There’s Still Snow On The Ground. He Is Loudly Protesting His Imprisonment

Cat Sitting. Old Man Is Furious That He Can’t Go Outside Because There’s Still Snow On The Ground. He Is Loudly Protesting His Imprisonment

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Grabbed And Yelling

Grabbed And Yelling

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This One-Eared Dude Yells At Me And Tries To Hop In My Car Every Time I Go To The Gym

This One-Eared Dude Yells At Me And Tries To Hop In My Car Every Time I Go To The Gym

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#35

Desperate Prisoner At The End Of Her Rope Cries Out For Freedom

Desperate Prisoner At The End Of Her Rope Cries Out For Freedom

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#36

Chloe Loves Nothing More Than To Yell, Actually

Chloe Loves Nothing More Than To Yell, Actually

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#39

Caught On Tape Screaming His A** Off In The Middle Of The Night

Caught On Tape Screaming His A** Off In The Middle Of The Night

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#41

Everyone Say Happy Belated To My 15 Year Old Scream Queen

Everyone Say Happy Belated To My 15 Year Old Scream Queen

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#42

Brand New Yell!

Brand New Yell!

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Gizmo The Grey Baby Broke Into The Treat Drawer And Ripped Open A Chicken Squeezy Tube. I Let The Innocent Party (Mochi) Finish The Treat. I Got An Earful From Gizmo For Being Cruel And Unjust

Gizmo The Grey Baby Broke Into The Treat Drawer And Ripped Open A Chicken Squeezy Tube. I Let The Innocent Party (Mochi) Finish The Treat. I Got An Earful From Gizmo For Being Cruel And Unjust

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#47

Arrow, Very Excited To Be Outside

Arrow, Very Excited To Be Outside

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#49

She Was Napping

She Was Napping

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Yelling In The Afternoon Sun

Yelling In The Afternoon Sun

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