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In true feline form, cats aren't in a hurry to jump onto our laps.

According to one comprehensive study that looked at the spread of domesticated cats, DNA analysis suggests that these animals lived for thousands of years alongside humans before they were domesticated. During that time, their genes have changed little from those of wildcats, apart from picking up one recent "update": the distinctive stripes and dots of the tabby cat.

Since the moment they decided to join our households, felines have completely taken over our lives. In ancient Egypt, for example, people built cemeteries for them—Egyptians mummified their kitties and made statues for them that are exhibited in museum collections across the world to this day.

Of course, our life has changed dramatically during the last couple of millennia, but our love for cats has remained the same. Continue scrolling to check out this original Bored Panda list to learn why. When you go through the funny cat pictures we collected, fire up our similar publications dedicated to them here, here, and here.

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This Could’ve Been An Email

Woman and tabby cat sitting side by side, both glaring straight at the camera in a funny cat picture online.

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    Look At The Markings On This Cat

    Black cat covered in white spots resembling paint splatters in a series of funny cat pictures on the internet.

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    Black Cat Kinda Sus

    Black cat with wide eyes peeking out from a gray dome-shaped cat bed, one of the funniest cat pictures online.

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    5 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The abyss looks back!

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    The Committee Against Vacuum Cleaners

    Two calico cats on a cat tree with mouths open, displaying one of the funniest cat pictures on the internet.

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    Larry Good Cat

    Three cats gathered around a single leaf on the floor, showcasing one of the funniest cat pictures on the internet.

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    Apex Predator

    White cat holding a dry leaf in its mouth resembling a catch, funny cat picture from the internet collection.

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    What is it with cats & leaves?

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    Close Enough

    Two cats, one black and one white, facing each other nose to nose in a close and curious moment.

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    #8

    A Short Story

    Single cat paw print in fresh snow on a doorstep, showcasing one of the funniest cat pictures on the internet.

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    #9

    I Found This Little Boy In The Countryside, Alone. Initially He Was Scared, Now He Seems To Be Pretty Comfortable

    Sleeping kitten curled up inside a black sandal on a person's foot, one of the funniest cat pictures on the internet.

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    #10

    It's Joke?

    Black cat with a red collar sitting on a couch next to a similar black cat plush toy in funny cat pictures.

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    Important Q

    Black and white cat with unique chest markings resembling a vase or two men about to kiss in funny cat pictures.

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    5 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Double of Alfred Hitchcock.

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    #12

    What The Hex??!!

    Black cat standing on hind legs, staring into a scrying mirror on the wall in a funny cat pictures moment.

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    #13

    The Way My Cat Sleeps

    Tabby cat relaxing with paws up in a wooden cat house featuring a clear bubble window in a funny cat picture.

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    5 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Proof of the 1 brain cell theory.

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    #14

    I’m Remodeling My Basement And All The Ceiling Tiles Were Just Removed. I Found My Cat Like This

    Tabby cat lying humorously between wooden beams in an unfinished basement, showcasing one of the funniest cat pictures.

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    Of course. This surprises you?

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    #15

    When Your Cats Creates Gradient While They Eat

    Four cats with different fur colors sitting in a row eating from bowls on tiled floor, funny cat pictures on the internet.

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    #16

    Caught This Absolute Angel Begging For Treats

    Fluffy cat standing on hind legs with paws together in a funny pose inside a room with plants and wooden furniture.

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    #17

    I Was Told To Post This Here

    Tabby cat making a funny face while holding a smartphone, capturing one of the funniest cat pictures on the internet.

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    #18

    I Have A Question

    Gray and white kitten sitting on a chair at a kitchen counter with its paw raised in a funny cat picture on the internet.

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    #19

    She Didn't Like Her New Ears

    Angry white cat wearing oversized bunny ears lying on a black table in a home setting, funny cat pictures on the internet.

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    #20

    "Describe Your Cat In One Picture"

    Cat falling off a scratching post in a living room, one of the funniest cat pictures on the internet.

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    #21

    Halloween Costume Sorted

    Black cat resting on a person's face with intense eyes, one of the funniest cat pictures on the internet.

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    #22

    The Cat Burglar Has Struck Again!

    Funny cat picture showing a yard with gloves hanging on a line and a sign saying my cat is a thief.

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    #23

    Getting Head Is Best

    White and gray cat playing humorously with a cardboard box, showcasing one of the funniest cat pictures on the internet.

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    #24

    Behold The Glorious Whiskers Of Shoulder Cat

    White cat perched on a man's shoulder looking up with long whiskers, one of the funniest cat pictures on the internet.

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    #25

    If You Can't Hide A Crime Scene, Just Pretend You Are A Victim

    Cat lying beside a tipped-over yellow litter box with spilled litter scattered on the floor in a bedroom.

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    #26

    These Rolls Are Homemade

    Black and brown cat paws sticking through wooden chair slats in a funny cat picture on the internet.

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    #27

    "I Do Not See The Humor In This"

    Black cat sitting on a tiled floor next to a funny cat picture made from its own fur with googly eyes.

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    #28

    The New Spiderman Movie Got Me Confused

    White and black cat lounging upside down on a chair by a window in a cozy room, funny cat pictures internet.

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    #29

    Wait...

    Two orange and white cats resting on wooden shelves mounted on a door in a funny cat pictures moment.

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    #30

    Delightful Cat Photos To Brighten Your Day

    Funny cat picture showing a grumpy orange cat stuck inside a white container with its paws poking through holes.

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    My Cat Is Sleeping Very Strangely...

    Fluffy gray cat stretched out on light wooden floor, showcasing one of the funniest cat pictures on the internet.

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    Jailed For Smol Crimes

    Kitten peeking through a mesh barrier with paws up, one of the funniest cat pictures on the internet.

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    Zzz

    Fluffy gray and white cat sleeping in funny poses on a large yellow cushion in a cozy indoor setting.

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    Blursed_meeow

    Cat showing open mouth while being held, one of the funniest cat pictures on the internet with new funny cat expressions.

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    Jaws! Just when you thought it was safe to go into the water.

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    #35

    "Be There Or Be Square" Me:

    Black cat curled up tightly on a beige couch, one of the funniest cat pictures showing a cozy and compact feline shape.

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    #36

    My Crush Just Told Me Over Text That It Was "Unmanly" For Men To Have A Cat. I Sent Her This

    Large fluffy tabby cat perched on a man's shoulder with a funny confused expression in a humorous cat picture.

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    #37

    Onwards, My Noble Steed!

    Orange kitten playfully perched on a crawling baby on wooden deck in a funny cat picture on the internet.

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    Catflix And Chill

    Two funny cats lying on a bed together watching a laptop, perfect for funniest cat pictures on the internet.

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    A Motion Sensor Sign

    Cat inside a litter box with a red "ON AIR" sign lit up, part of funniest cat pictures on the internet collection.

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    Where Is The Syrup, Stanley?

    Black cat wearing a pancake with drawn-on eyes and mouth over its face, one of the funniest cat pictures on the internet.

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    He Thinks He's Being Sneaky

    Tabby cat hiding inside a cardboard box, showing funny cat pictures that capture sneaky and playful moments online.

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    How Could You Be Mad At Her With Eyes Like Those

    Gray cat lying on carpet near torn plastic bag and scattered shredded paper in a hallway, funny cat pictures on the internet.

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    Today I Was Extremely Sad And I Thought "I Can't Wait To Go Home And See My Cat, He Will Make Me Happy". Ok Well I Found Out He Was More Depressed Than Me

    Tabby cat sitting upright on a red couch in a funny and relaxed pose, one of the funniest cat pictures on the internet.

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    Proud Daddy With His New Litter

    Orange cat curled up sleeping beside a pack of rolls on a blue fabric surface, funny cat pictures on the internet.

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    If You Bite Me In The Face, You Get The Bowl!

    Man trimming the nails of a tabby cat wearing a protective cone helmet in a humorous cat pictures moment.

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    I Found Our New Church

    Group of people in blue uniforms lifting an orange cat in a kitchen, one of the funniest cat pictures on the internet.

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    #47

    Being Sexy For Ya

    Fluffy cat with a funny expression lounging on a couch in a modern living room setting.

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    College Life

    Orange cat sleeping on a notebook in a classroom while students are focused on their work, funny cat pictures on the internet.

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    #49

    I. I Don’t Even Know

    Orange tabby cat lounging on kitchen counter with front paw resting on egg carton in a funny cat picture pose


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