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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My Crush Just Told Me Over Text That It Was "Unmanly" For Men To Have A Cat. I Sent Her This
Dodged a bullet there... Seriously epic pic btw! Put that on Tinder and you can choose the crushes.
Looking handsomely manly. Oh. And, um... that's one big bada$$ cat you have there.
No cat is more manly than a Maine Co0n! :D
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If I weren't already married (to a cat guy, thanks).....
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Men with cats are the best. They have learned the importance of consent the hard way.
Dude, I think your cat might actually be a lion. Your lame crush said no to a lion tamer.
Men who have cats are awesome (so are guys with dogs, or rats, or snakes, or hamsters...pets are cool)
Sadly yes, not only do we have race, gender, and income bias. And many orhers. But alas pet bias too. My pets come first. If you can't deal, well I'm better off without you.
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Beautiful cat, looks a lot like my Shere Khan I had many, many years ago. He chased kids on bikes and beat the crap out of the neighborhood cat killer, a big Chow.
If a relationship came down to choosing between my pet or a person, I'd 100% choose my pet.
That was actually a prerequisite for me back when I was dating lol "Must be a cat dude"
I found my now-husband even more attractive when I learned he had a cat.
I, like most other women find it charming and extremely attractive when a man has cats and loves them. This is an awesome pic! You should find a kinder more feminine crush mate
'unmanly'? What should men be limited to then if it's not liking cats? taking the bins out? all mechanical work? lookin' all rough and that? soley dealing with spiders in the bath? aaaaah fack off........ we can do that........ but so can all genders......... someone please tell me what exactly IS manly?
Nah. Who decided that picking a certain type of pet was based on gender?? That’s just BS. You should probably set your sights on someone who is a little more open-minded, though that’s just my opinion. 😅
It's always nice when toxic people out themselves before you get involved :)
Very impressive kitty! I'd take the cat over the shallow, narrow-minded crush any time.
What a horrible person for even saying that! Probably some evangelical nobody with no compassion or good manners running around saying what a good Christian they are. It's like someone looking at a butch man with muscles but his companion is a toy poodle. I dare you say that it's unmanly to that dude! LOL
mmmhhh... new crush's coming... from a "cat-man" born with cats. (I've seven now)
She was wrong better you find out how weird her thinking is right up front
Show me a man who loves cats and I will show you a real man !!! Misty is my Persian with a Lion cut and she knows she is hot stuff Misty-614e...091c3a.jpg 
looks exactly like my last kitty of 17 years. you need a better crush. maya was my best buddy for years
That is not a comment that a woman of quality would make. It’s not fun or fair for men to be lashed to someone else’s idea about masculinity.
I've said it here before: this is behaviour of a 5 year old who thinks cats are girls and dogs are boys, and they do that probably because that's how society still genders things.
Looks like a larger version of Spazzy, who is part Maine C**n. She was supposed to be my cat, but she chose my husband instead.
Makes me mad when women say that men with cats are unmanly!! My wonderful, handsome brother has 2 cats and has told me that I cannot post any pics of him with his cats - on pain of death (mine). This is because he read a statistic saying that women's biggest turn-off is a man with cats. So my brother doesn't want even one single photo of him with his babies getting out there into the ether - just in case a possible date might see that pic.
Pretty sure just the opposite is true, so that's just sad. Could have sworn it makes men more "datable".
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Cats are independent, dogs are submissive ... says a lot. Go, team cats!
Yes, but when my dog barks his "deep voice " bark, I pay attention!
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It is believed that cats started hanging around farming communities in the Fertile Crescent about 8,000 years ago, where they formed a mutually beneficial relationship with humans as their rodent patrol.
"Since domestic cats are remarkably similar to their wildcat ancestors, they retained a side to them that is fierce and elusive," Lucy Hoile, a Certified Clinical Animal Behaviourist (CCAB) who specializes in these animals told Bored Panda.
"However, they are surprisingly adaptable, living comfortable lifestyles in the most urban of areas and forming strong, affectionate relationships with the people they live with. These two features of the pet cat make them an enigma that is difficult to find with any other pet species."
This Could’ve Been An Email
Larry Good Cat
Some dog lovers might argue that cats are selfish and arrogant, but Hoile reassured us that felines are still living with us because they know we can provide them with significant benefits, and not just food and shelter.
"Cats will often form strong emotional attachments to their owners, identifying them as part of their social group through facial and body marking. Cat owners are now more than just bringers of tasty food and a warm bed!"
Caught This Absolute Angel Begging For Treats
Look At The Markings On This Cat
And just because the average kitty sleeps around 16 hours a day, that doesn't mean they're lazy. They simply need to stay sharp!
"Being opportunistic hunters, they are built for short bursts of activity when prey presents itself," Lucy Hoile explained. "Periods of rest in-between are essential to conserve energy at other times of the day."
In fact, some of these furry critters (just like dogs) have no trouble earning their living through honest work. Just take a look at these bodega cats who keep convenience stores and corner shops pest-free!
Apex Predator
Close Enough
I Have A Question
Black Cat Kinda Sus
The Committee Against Vacuum Cleaners
Hi!
I Found This Little Boy In The Countryside, Alone. Initially He Was Scared, Now He Seems To Be Pretty Comfortable
Onwards, My Noble Steed!
Catflix And Chill
It's Joke?
She Didn't Like Her New Ears
"Describe Your Cat In One Picture"
A Motion Sensor Sign
Important Q
The one on the right is Alfred Hitchcock. The left could be Donald Trump. Which would drive him over the edge. If you play with the fur you could turn Don into Cary Grant.
What The Hex??!!
Halloween Costume Sorted
The Cat Burglar Has Struck Again!
Getting Head Is Best
Where Is The Syrup, Stanley?
The Way My Cat Sleeps
Behold The Glorious Whiskers Of Shoulder Cat
If You Can't Hide A Crime Scene, Just Pretend You Are A Victim
He Thinks He's Being Sneaky
These Rolls Are Homemade
How Could You Be Mad At Her With Eyes Like Those
"I Do Not See The Humor In This"
Upper cat is clearly contemplating the demise of lower cat aka googly cat.
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
Proud Daddy With His New Litter
I’m Remodeling My Basement And All The Ceiling Tiles Were Just Removed. I Found My Cat Like This
If You Bite Me In The Face, You Get The Bowl!
The New Spiderman Movie Got Me Confused
I Found Our New Church
Wait...
Being Sexy For Ya
Yes, draw her like one of your French girls, she said pre-emptively
Delightful Cat Photos To Brighten Your Day
My Cat Is Sleeping Very Strangely...
When Your Cats Creates Gradient While They Eat
Jailed For Smol Crimes
College Life
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"Be There Or Be Square" Me:
I. I Don’t Even Know
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I have to admit I am friends with more dogs than cats, but dogs are more social. So the few cat friendships are special. These are not my cats btw, I can't imagine not being friends with your own cats.
Dogs are not more (or less) social, they are different in their social behavior.
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I have to admit I am friends with more dogs than cats, but dogs are more social. So the few cat friendships are special. These are not my cats btw, I can't imagine not being friends with your own cats.
Dogs are not more (or less) social, they are different in their social behavior.
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