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There’s an ongoing debate whether cats are smarter than dogs or not. One thing is for sure, they’re more ruthless when it comes to territory and a dog bed looks no different than a luxury cat bed in the eyes of some felines. People have noticed this weird side of cat behavior too and it’s kicked off the r/stolendogbeds subreddit.

Pushed out of their spot, it also results in some strange dog sleeping positions as they just don’t know how to handle it. Now you understand why Wolfie has taken the laundry basket as his new bed. Both hilarious and purrfectly evil, Bored Panda has compiled a list full of these little thieves that are the “pet peeve” for these poor pooches. 

After you’re done with this post, take a look at our previous list with 119 cats stealing dog beds. It goes to show that cats have never heard of letting sleeping dogs lie. 

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I Was Able To Capture The Raw Anguish He Felt After Losing His Bed To The Void

I Was Able To Capture The Raw Anguish He Felt After Losing His Bed To The Void

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Pan Narrans
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

All dog owners in this thread are doing it wrong. Cats aren't team players. So, you'll have to buy an equal amount of _dog_ beds as you have pets.

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Bored Panda contacted Molly DeVoss, a feline training and behavior specialist at Cat Behavior Solutions, to find out more about the reason why cats love stealing dog beds. Molly explained that often it’s because cats are trying to layer scents with the dog to build a community scent at home. “Your home is their territory, and they feel more comfortable in places that smell like them,” said Molly.

I still wonder how it happens that cats always get what they want, both from humans and other animals in the household. Molly explained that “they’re very good at training us.” For example, “They knock things off the nightstand to wake us—because we typically feed them to stop the behavior.” Another example is when “they jump up on things because we pick them up” or “meow and get us to talk back.” In fact, “cats are very observant and have great understanding of how to get a reaction from their caretakers.”

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Luxury Cat Bed For The King, Peasants Can Sleep On The Floor Instead

Luxury Cat Bed For The King, Peasants Can Sleep On The Floor Instead

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Gotta keep that butt warm if you're to keep your appointment of waking up your owner (I mean slave) by sitting on their eyes at five in the morning.

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Got New Dog Beds. I Should Have Got Them Some Courage

Got New Dog Beds. I Should Have Got Them Some Courage

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Dogs tend to submit to cats because canines evolved with a “social hierarchy and rely on rank and order within the other members of the household to feel secure,” said Molly. Meanwhile, a cat “has evolved as a solitary species and doesn’t have a social structure per se.” In other words, Molly says, “cat is always a boss.”

Nevertheless, dogs and cats usually work out a livable agreement. Molly suggests, before considering adding a cat to the household, researching your dog breed. Also, it’s wise to do introductions slowly. “Cats have a very long memory and may always fear the dog” if there’s a single frightening incident when they meet.

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Well Was Looking For A Forever Home For This Stray Kitten But The Other Cat Has Spoken, The Dog Also Has No More Bed

Well Was Looking For A Forever Home For This Stray Kitten But The Other Cat Has Spoken, The Dog Also Has No More Bed

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Added To The List Of 'Weird Dog Sleeping Positions'

Added To The List Of 'Weird Dog Sleeping Positions'

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I mean, does he KNOW he's using the kitty bed for a pillow or does he think that since his head is in it, his whole body must be? Like when I was little and closed my eyes and thought no one could see me......

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My Smug Cat Really Enjoys My Dog's New Bed

My Smug Cat Really Enjoys My Dog's New Bed

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Ruby Mcpherson
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well, they are the monarch of the house - just look at their subservient pet, making sure the bed is warm.

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That Look Of Apathy And Those Looks Of Disdain

That Look Of Apathy And Those Looks Of Disdain

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You Seeing This??

You Seeing This??

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Paige Jordan
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Lol that's the same look my pup has when he finds his human sister laying on his bed reading. Lol

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Boots Tried To Steal Poppy’s Bed But Poppy Said Nope

Boots Tried To Steal Poppy’s Bed But Poppy Said Nope

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I Captured My Dog Crying For Help Every Time My Tiny Old Cat Steals Her Bed. She’ll Sleep On The Floor Rather Than Steal It Back

I Captured My Dog Crying For Help Every Time My Tiny Old Cat Steals Her Bed. She’ll Sleep On The Floor Rather Than Steal It Back

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Cat Isn't Going To Change The Dog's Sleeping Position

Cat Isn't Going To Change The Dog's Sleeping Position

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Our Jerk Cat Stole Our Dog's Bed. Fear And Confusion Ensued

Our Jerk Cat Stole Our Dog's Bed. Fear And Confusion Ensued

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can't believe how calm the cat is. It is probably thinking: What's all the fuss?

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She Stole It Right Out From Under Him And Looks So Smugly Pleased With Herself For It

She Stole It Right Out From Under Him And Looks So Smugly Pleased With Herself For It

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See Below Why Skye Is Looking Sad And Sleeping In Her Toy Basket Today

See Below Why Skye Is Looking Sad And Sleeping In Her Toy Basket Today

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The Face You Make When The Stupid Cat Stole Your Bed

The Face You Make When The Stupid Cat Stole Your Bed

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"Either choose which shoe you want me to poop in, or do something about this travesty."

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A Little Help?

A Little Help?

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Poor Pup Tried To Ask Nicely. Too Bad The Cat's A Jerk

Poor Pup Tried To Ask Nicely. Too Bad The Cat's A Jerk

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#24

In Case You Were Wondering Who's In Charge

In Case You Were Wondering Who's In Charge

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When The Stupid Cat Steals Your Bed So You Have To Improvise. It Was Actually Super Comfy And I Didn't Want To Get Out, Even Though Mum Had Washing To Do

When The Stupid Cat Steals Your Bed So You Have To Improvise. It Was Actually Super Comfy And I Didn't Want To Get Out, Even Though Mum Had Washing To Do

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Got A New Dog Bed Today. Not Going Well

Got A New Dog Bed Today. Not Going Well

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#28

The Dog Wasn’t Too Happy About The New Baby

The Dog Wasn’t Too Happy About The New Baby

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So Tonight We Have To Sleep On Floor

So Tonight We Have To Sleep On Floor

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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They must be either really afraid or really good friends, the huskies, because Cat was kind enoug to leave room for one of the cushion.

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"It’s Happened Again, Dad"

"It’s Happened Again, Dad"

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You can see the cat thinking:" You better leave things as they are. I can take your bed too, mate."

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Jerk Cat Shows He's The Alpha Male In This House

Jerk Cat Shows He's The Alpha Male In This House

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Heather
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love how in a lot of the pictures on here, the dog squishes into the cat bed. Poor pup.

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How They "Share" The Dog's Bed

How They "Share" The Dog's Bed

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No Apologies For Turning This Into A Luxury Cat Bed

No Apologies For Turning This Into A Luxury Cat Bed

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He’s Too Nice To Say No To His New Buddy

He’s Too Nice To Say No To His New Buddy

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They Took My Bed

They Took My Bed

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think that's the most fore lorn look I've ever seen..... poor baby!

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Classic Cat Behavior In Our Household

Classic Cat Behavior In Our Household

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Does Stolen Dog Houses Qualify?

Does Stolen Dog Houses Qualify?

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Bought A Cat Bed The Other Day. Woke Up To This

Bought A Cat Bed The Other Day. Woke Up To This

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i'm surprised cat didn't choose to stay closer to radiator. are you sure it's a cat?

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But Mommy, She Is In My Bed

But Mommy, She Is In My Bed

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Technically They Are Sharing, But The Smug Cat Gets The Lion's Share

Technically They Are Sharing, But The Smug Cat Gets The Lion's Share

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