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Cats rule the internet. And rightfully so.

What other animal combines chaos, hilarity, mischief, and cuteness all in one furry package? Whether they’re knocking things off shelves or demanding food at 3 AM, they make life, both online and off, a lot more entertaining.

We’ve captured that spirit with a collection of funny memes from the Facebook page Cats on Catnip. Take a moment, scroll through, and let these little troublemakers brighten your day.

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    Put The Husband Outside

    Text message exchange about introducing a new kitten to a husband who said no more cats, with humorous advice given.

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    Multa Nocte
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We just got a new kitten today as part of a cosmic cat redistribution blip. He is 3 months old, tiny as can be, and is half Ragdoll, half Russian blue. He's GORGEOUS! It started out well wherein my Boulette (one year old) grabbed him and started grooming him, and then he hissed at her after a minute and now she's angry and sulking elsewhere. His other sister, Chaussettes, is adjusting better, but we aren't a happy family yet (after 15 whole hours). His name is Torchon (pronounced Tor-shon) and he is identical in looks to his gorgeous father, the ragdoll. We are ecstatic.

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    Once you browse Cats on Catnip, it’s pretty clear why the page got its name.

    The memes are delightfully chaotic, hilarious, and a little wild—just like a kitty after a taste of the magical herb.

    As a cat owner myself, it’s always fun to watch them enjoy it.

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    But have you ever wondered: Why does catnip get cats “high”? Is “high” even the right word? What is catnip, anyway? Let’s break it down, with some help from PetMD.

    First, the basics.

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    Catnip, or Nepeta cataria, is a member of the mint family. It’s easy to grow in North America and has light-green leaves with lavender flowers.

    People have used catnip leaves to brew tea, and the flowers are sometimes used to help relieve coughs. It’s even a natural ingredient in some bug sprays.

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    But for cats, the magic only happens if they smell it.

    Cats have an extra scent organ called the vomeronasal gland on the roof of their mouth, which collects scents and sends signals to the brain (it’s why cats sometimes make a silly “stinky face” when they sniff something). Catnip’s effects travel through this pathway.

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    According to researchers, catnip works through the body’s internal opioid system.

    When a cat smells catnip, a compound called nepetalactone interacts with certain cells in their upper airway, triggering the release of endorphins (natural opioids) in the body.

    This is why the experience feels good to them.

    Interestingly, cats given naloxone—an opioid “antidote”—won’t react to catnip, which supports this theory.

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    Eating catnip alone doesn’t do much, though some cats chew on it, possibly to release more nepetalactone from the leaves.

    And despite the rumors, catnip isn’t causing LSD-like hallucinations in your cat (and there’s no way to prove that anyway). But it is a safe, cheap, and fun way to give your cat a short burst of joy.

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    Cats usually start to feel the effects of catnip within seconds, with the “high” lasting around 10 minutes, sometimes stretching to 15. After that, cats need about 1–2 hours before they can feel the effects again.

    Cats don’t all react the same way, either.

    Some get playful, zoom around, roll, or flip over in excitement. Others get mellow, lounging in a happy daze.

    A few may even get a bit feisty or overstimulated. One of my cats, for instance, would be fine as long as you didn’t touch her, but if you tried to pet her mid-catnip session, she’d bite!

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    The Cat Was The One Complaining

    Cat looking through a window with a humorous neighbor complaint in a meme from popular cat posts and memes.

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

    “excuse me sir, have you heard about our savior catsus christ”

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    Fun fact: Not all cats react to catnip.

    About 60% of cats have a genetic sensitivity to nepetalactone, while others simply don’t respond.

    If your cat doesn’t react, you can try silvervine or valerian, which can have similar effects.

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    And in case you’re worried, you can relax: cats won’t get addicted to catnip or experience withdrawals.

    According to PetMD, while cats can build a mild tolerance with frequent exposure, they won’t develop dependence, as endorphins in their body are carefully regulated.

    The more you know! Now, if you need a pick-me-up, scroll back to those memes, watch a few cats get silly, and let these whiskered agents of chaos brighten your day once more.

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    #28

    Well His Name Is Steve

    Black cat caught in a possum trap outdoors, showing a funny expression, cat posts and memes for cat lovers.

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    Janelle Collard
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We tried trapping a feral cat and trapped one of our cats twice. "Nice house, nobody home."

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    Facts

    Funny cat meme text on a black background about a cat causing trouble with curtains early morning.

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    Angela C
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One of my cats actually did pull my curtains down a couple months ago (tension rod) and I haven't botheree putting them back up

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    #36

    So Cute, Kitty Looks At Her Friend Patient. ❤️😻😻❤️

    Two cats in a vet clinic, one lying on the exam table and a local cat standing and checking the patient, cat memes.

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    #38

    Oh. Ow. That Must Of Hurt. Where’s My Breakfast? Silly Human

    Orange tabby cat with a squinting expression, featured in popular posts and memes cat lovers will enjoy.

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    You’re Touching. I’m Not Touching…

    Fluffy cat lounging on chair armrest with playful expression in a humorous post about cats and catnip memes.

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    #51

    Memes-Cats-On-Catnip

    Text meme about cats with a humorous message expressing limited social interaction and preference for cats.

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    #52

    Summer Is Here, Time To Get The Tent Out 😁

    Cat enjoying the outdoors inside a blue tent, featured in popular posts and memes loved as much as cats love catnip.

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    #53

    Pull It Little More Into Your Yard, For Safety. She Sure Enjoying It And Time

    Cat lying on a wooden chair on the curb, enjoying pets from neighborhood walkers, showing love for cats and catnip.

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    I'm Ok With This

    Orange tabby cat sitting with text about the right guy, in a post related to cat memes and catnip love.

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

    "The cat distribution system brought me to you. So where the dämm food Karen"

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    #57

    The Sassy On This Cat 🐱 🤣

    White cat figurines holding AirPods and earrings, cute posts and memes that cat lovers will enjoy.

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    I'd Never Miss The Online Classes.. Just For The Assistants

    Module leader and online teaching assistant cats displayed on a computer screen featuring cat memes and posts.

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

    Ah yes, Professor Benben and Associate Lecturer Mimi. Their office hours are from 2 AM to 2:10 AM, they only accept questions via laser pointer, and any unsatisfactory answers are graded with claws. Truly pioneers in adversarial paw-sampling.

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    He Looks Like He’s Gonna Make You Pay Later 😭😭😭

    Cat looking upset during first sleepover at boyfriend’s house, featured in funny posts and memes about cats and catnip.

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    Cats Teach Boundaries!

    Tweet about teaching children rejection by getting them a cat, a humorous post from popular cat memes and posts.

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    Mel in Georgia
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cats practice conditional love. Children getting a cat to love them definitely learn social skills.😆

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    #63

    Me Hoping Meeting Is Cancel. 🤣

    Grumpy orange cat peeking from behind wall, perfect for posts and memes cat lovers will enjoy with catnip humor.

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    #68

    My Cat 💯

    Man leaning against fence labeled my bedroom door and my cat asking to come in then leave cat meme.

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    Shark Lady
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    1 week ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've given up closing any of my internal doors, it saves me from having to remove all the scratches.

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    Tato, Tato, Tato - Tornado!!!🌪️ LOL 👌

    Funny cat meme showing sleepy cats all day and an energetic cat tornado at night, perfect for cat posts and memes lovers.

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

    Probably not the entire 10pm to 5pm shift, though. Apparently, my cats (2 cats) start and end their shift up on the bed with me, but during the night they take turns patrolling the rest of the house, having a bite to eat, visiting the cat box, or singing the songs of their people at the top of their lungs—-and I swear cats, even as tiny kittens, have the lungs of elephants when they sing their songs in the wee hours of the morning.

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    Luna And Travis LOL

    Text post about girl cats named after ancient goddesses and boy cats named after Taco Bell menu items, related to cat memes.

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

    My cat Punkin' had two kittens. My niece named the little girl Daisy Crystal and my nephew named the little boy Frito Goofy!! I hadn't planned on keeping them but there was no way I could give them away after that! 😸

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    #73

    Girl, I Think The Cat Needs A Therapist Today! 🤣

    Close-up of a cat with text about emotions, fitting cat memes and posts related to cats and catnip humor.

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    #74

    Me Everyday

    A sad orange cat sitting on a bed, captioned about regretting not sleeping earlier, relatable cat meme post.

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

    Up at 4:00 am and what am I doing? Checking out cat memes.

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    This Is Me In Bed 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

    Chubby cat lying back with snacks including Cheetos, Capri Sun, and tacos, humorously asking why it can't lose weight.

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    #78

    Me Mentally Preparing For The 3 Am Kibble Board Meeting 🫠

    Chubby cat in pajamas lying on bed, humorously depicted in a meme about cat behavior and food cravings.

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    #79

    What If Its... Too Cool?

    Blanket lift bar keeps feet cool while you sleep with funny cat meme showing thumbs up for comfort and coolness.

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

    My maternal Grandfather was one of those people. Liked to have the blankets lifted off his feet.

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    Just A Little Nibble

    Tweet meme about a cat humorously claiming entitlement to eat plastic, related to cat posts and memes.

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