We've introduced you to dogspotting, so it's only fair we cover catspotting as well. After all, what is our world with just one and not the other?

In its core, the group is a place to post photos and videos when you unexpectedly encounter a cat. "Cats are elusive and have lots of attitudes, so the scenarios you'll find them in are always really interesting," Ruby Black, the creator of the Catspotting Facebook group, told Bored Panda.

She started the online community in 2014 and said they've had some crazy and weird spots throughout the years, cats in unbelievable situations or beautiful scenery and such. "We encourage members to share a bit of the story with their spot, like the circumstances surrounding how, when, and where," Black explained.

Continue scrolling and check out some of the most memorable spots the group has ever seen!

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The Last Thing I Expected To Spot In The Sahara Desert Was A Tuxedo Kitty. The Berber People In Our Tent Told Me He Visits Sometimes To Chase Away The Scorpions

A black and white cat walking alone on vast orange sand dunes, captured in a unique catspotting moment.

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The more unique or interesting the spot is, the more likely it is to become successful within the group. "Most of our viral posts have been either extraordinarily silly (cats with wild expressions or in really silly places or positions) or really, really unique (one of our most popular posts was a beautiful photo of a cat standing triumphantly on top of a huge sand dune in the middle of the desert)," Black explained.
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    My Chest, Not My Cat! Spotted This Beautiful Big Guy In My Dad's Garden A Few Days Ago

    Black cat with green eyes resting on a blue blanket outdoors, captured in a catspotting encounter near a brick house.

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    There is, however, one big difference between Dogspotting and Catspotting groups. The first is public while the second is private -- new members can join only after they're approved by the admins. "Initially, it was set to public but there were lots of people who would try to spam and troll us with photos of dead cats and p**n and other gross stuff," Black explained. "It was easier and [required] less manpower to go private than to keep trying to weed out the trolls all the time."
    #3

    This Stray Mama Has Come Around For A Few Weeks Looking For Food. She Finally Brought Her Baby Around And I Cannot Handle The Politeness

    Two cats sit on a wooden porch floor, one tabby and one black and white, captured in an unexpected catspotting moment.

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    After the community dealt with these pathetic individuals, it was able to once again enjoy what it likes best – cats. Black said the members of the group are all pretty much crazy cat people who just love everything about these majestic animals. "In our member requests, we ask people to answer the question 'What do you love about cats?' and 99% of answers are 'Everything!' and 'Toe beans!'"
    #4

    My Boyfriend And I Rescued This Little Guy Off The Side Of The Side Of The Road. He’s So Little! Poor Little Guy Kept Almost Running Out Into The Road Crying For Help

    A small tabby kitten resting on a person's lap in a car, capturing a catspotting moment of unexpected cat encounters.

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    "I never really intended for the group to get this big," she said. "I created it years ago as just a thing for me and my friends because I kept seeing cute cats and didn't have [anywhere to share the encounters]. I was a member of Dogspotting but I didn't really like the way that they did their admin and some of their rules were a bit weird so I figured I would make my own version with cats and it just blew up immediately." Now, the founder is really proud of how many awesome people are in the group and it makes her really happy to see how it makes so many of them smile, too. "We've had heaps of members say that seeing fun spots brightens their day. I love the group a lot."
    #5

    Spotted In The Building In Front Of My Job!

    A small cat resting in a tiny wall nook, showcasing an unexpected and charming catspotting moment outdoors.

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    #6

    I Was Watching TV In My Living Room, Only To Realize I Too, Was Being Watched. Bc, Canada.

    Orange cat outside a window surrounded by greenery, captured in a catspotting moment of unexpected cat encounter.

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    #7

    The Smoke Has Cleared Up A Little Bit Here In The Bay Area, So I Went Out For A Walk And Spotted These Two Buddies Enjoying The Night Air Together.

    A cat and a raccoon sharing an unexpected encounter on a porch at night, captured for catspotting fans.

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    #8

    My Brother Spotted This Lil Baby In The Middle Of The Road So He Brought Her Over To Give Her A Bath. He Bought Some Kmr Since She Seems To Only Be Around 2 Weeks Old And Took Her Home

    Two small kittens wrapped in a purple cloth, showcasing unexpected cat encounters shared in Catspotting group.

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    #9

    Took This Photo Of The Most Cuddly Lil Ginger In The Middle Of A Head Shake While It Wouldn't Stop Purring, Such A Majestic, Graceful Beauty

    Orange tabby cat being held outdoors with eyes closed in a bright setting, showcasing a charming catspotting moment.

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    #10

    Ensuring No Bookmarks Are Stolen On His Watch

    Ginger cat sleeping atop a postcard rack outside a toy store, an unexpected encounter shared by Catspotting fans.

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    #11

    My Friend And I Were Out To Get Something And Were Walking To The Station When She Points At This Adorable Cat And Gives Me The “Ugh Fine” Look And I Gave This Floof The Best Pets. She Was Letting Me Scratch Her Belly And Under Her Chin

    Fluffy cat lying on its back on outdoor steps in a relaxed pose, perfect for Catspotting encounters.

    She was very elegant and very pretty. I think the owners lived nearby since someone was biking by with their daughter and said “look who’s sitting on the stairs, it’s pjuske (fluffy in Danish)”. 10/10 would pet and miss a train for again.

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    #12

    My Stairs. Not My Cat. The Eyes

    White cat with heterochromia sitting on stairs near ornate railing in a catspotting group for unexpected cat encounters

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    #13

    I Saw The Most Beautiful Speepy Angel, Lounging In Their Kingdom. (A Restaurant In My Hometown Amsterdam)

    White cat with one blue and one yellow eye, mouth open as if smiling, seen through a window in a Catspotting group post.

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    #14

    Mitzi Is A Cat Who Hangs Out At The Gate With The Security Guards In The University Where I Work/Study. But In Hebrew, "Mitz" Means Juice. So Whenever The Students Make A Post About The Cat, Facebook Translate Turns Her Name Into "Security Juice." Meet Security Juice. She's A Fluffer Who Enjoys Pets

    Gray cat curled up and sleeping peacefully on a wooden surface in a cozy setting, featured in Catspotting group.

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    #15

    This New Neighbor Has Been Coming To Visit Me Everyday For The Last 4 Days

    Black and white cat lying on green grass, showcasing a playful and unexpected moment from Catspotting encounters.

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    #16

    Stumbled On This Super Old Trooper Today. Even Broke Social Distancing Rules To Give Him A Head Scratch. Massive Paws. 12/10 Worth A Bit Of Hand Sanitising Afterwards

    Orange and white cat perched on a brick ledge enjoying the sunlight in an outdoor urban setting, catspotting encounter.

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    #17

    Spotted: Ginger Soil, Super Rare Swedish Phenomenon. A Little Reluctant To Pets, But Overally 11/10

    Orange cat peacefully sleeping inside a large planter pot under a tree, featured in Catspotting encounters with cats.

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    #18

    Spotted This Black & White Dough Ball On The Way Home. 10/10 For Inspiring A Black & White Photograph

    Black and white cat curled up sleeping on a weathered windowsill with floral curtain behind in catspotting encounter.

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    #19

    *my Bathroom, Not My Cat* We Left The Garden Door Open And Juno (A Neighbour Cat) Snuck In And Made Herself At Home - Who Could Be Mad At That Face!!?

    Catspotting moment of a fluffy cat sitting comfortably inside a white bathroom sink with a curious expression.

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    #20

    Little Lady Sat In A Planter Waiting On Her Pint

    Calico cat with eyes closed resting on a wooden surface surrounded by greenery, featured in Catspotting group.

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    #21

    Met A New Friend Today

    A spotted cat inside a window yawning widely, captured during an unexpected catspotting moment in an urban setting.

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    #22

    Just Having Lunch And Then Suddenly This Cat Jumped On My Lap. Obviously I Was Not Thrilled By This At All!

    Woman smiling outdoors while hugging a calm orange and white cat during a casual catspotting encounter.

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    #23

    Saw This Beautiful Duo On My Walk This Morning. They Both Came Running Over For Scritches

    Two curious cats, one black and one orange, looking up outdoors in a bright setting, perfect for catspotting encounters.

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    #24

    I Found This Cutie In My Backyard. He Proceeded To Attack My Shoes With Those m****r Mittens And Then Pull Down My Too Big Sweatpants Trying To Climb Up My Leg For More Pets. Would Totally Pet Again With Pants That Can't Fall Down. 10/10

    Close-up and playful photos of a black cat with bright eyes featured in the Catspotting Facebook group sharing unexpected cat encounters.

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    #25

    The Neighbour’s House Caught Fire And A 10 Year Old Boy Came Out Of The House Carrying His Cat Yoda. So We Welcomed Him And His Mother Into Our House. Yoda Took Over The Flat And Is An Absolute Sweetheart.

    Catspotting moment with a relaxed cat being petted on a couch next to stuffed animals in a cozy indoor setting.

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    #26

    Don’t Pspsps To Me Or My Son Or My Wife Ever Again. 🐱cats At A Local Museum In Ioannina Greece.

    Three cats of different sizes gathered on a sunlit stone pavement, captured in a catspotting moment outdoors.

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    #27

    I Did Not Dare To Disturb This Little White Cloud

    White cat sleeping on a fluffy rug outside a shop window showing a cozy, unexpected catspotting encounter.

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    #28

    Met This Fierce Lion On My Walk Today. Floof Setting - Extreme. Friendliness - Off The Scale. Miaow Volume - Turn It Down! He Followed Me For A While Before Returning To The Savannah

    Orange and white cat walking along a brick wall surrounded by green bushes in a residential outdoor setting catspotting.

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    #29

    Think I Ran Into The Same Kitty Enjoying The Sun Again

    Close-up of a gray cat enjoying a chin scratch during an unexpected catspotting encounter on a sunny day.

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    #30

    I Met The Cat Of My Dreams Today Named Alex. Pretty Sure He Was A Maine c**n Based On His Sweet Puppy Dog Demeanor. He Demanded Attention And Would Follow Me If I Continued On My Walk. I Was Absolutely Smitten With Him. Please Peruse

    A woman encounters a friendly cat outdoors, sitting on steps and petting it in a catspotting unexpected moment.

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    #31

    Saw This Beautiful Boy On A Walk. He Was Also Walking, But In The Opposite Direction. He Greeted Us Warmly, But Only Gave Us 30 Seconds Of His Time Before He Continued On His Walk!

    Bengal cat with spotted coat walking on pavement near grass, captured in an unexpected catspotting encounter.

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    #32

    Found This Pretty Flower On A Walk A Few Weeks Ago, Wouldn’t Let Me Pet But Still Loved The View

    Black and white cat curled up inside a flower pot in a garden, an unexpected catspotting encounter outdoors.

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    #33

    I Just Got Off Work, Come Home To Let My Dogs Out And This Little Thing Starts Following Around My One Pupper, It Was Chilly And No Mom

    A small kitten wrapped in a floral blanket resting on a bed, featured in Catspotting for unexpected cat encounters.

    Poor thing must have a cold, keeps sneezing snot out and sounds like it's wheezing. She'll (I think it's a she) will be going to vets to get looked at. In the mean time, pup ain't letting her out of her sight.

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    #34

    The Cutest Staff In Our Local Supermarket

    Ginger cat in a store aisle with boxes, captured in different poses showing unexpected catspotting moments.

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    #35

    Heard Shouting At The Window In The Cottage I Rented Last Weekend On The Aran Islands. Lifted The Net Curtain To Be Greeted By This Enthusiastic Member Of The Local Welcome Committee!

    Black cat making a funny face outside window captured in an unexpected encounter for Catspotting on Facebook.

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    #36

    My Car, But Not My Cat. Very Beautiful, Very Friendly, Likes To Stick Her Tongue Out At You & Show Off Her Balancing Skills. Found Out That This Is The Neighbour’s Cat & Her Name Is Foxy. 10000/10

    Tortoiseshell cat with tongue out standing on red car hood, an unexpected catspotting moment outdoors near parked vehicles.

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    #37

    Ran Into This Sweet Girl On My Way Home

    A black and white cat with green eyes sitting on a street, representing unexpected cat encounters from Catspotting.

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    #38

    Holy Mackerel!!! I Met This Thicc, Loud, Very Friendly Boy Who Would Not Let Me Leave!!!! Plz Find Attached: Video Of This Big Old Creamsicle Slapping Me With His Paw When I Tried To Walk Away

    Orange and white cat looking up at person’s feet on concrete, captured during a catspotting encounter.

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    #39

    Was On Zoom For Class And Turned Around And Did A Double Take. Inside Cat Mine, Outside Cat Not My Cat. Da Baby (My Cat) Tapped The Window And Outside Cat Looked At Him Like He/She Saw A Ghost And Ran!

    Two cats having an unexpected encounter through a window, showing a typical Catspotting moment in nature.

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    #40

    Floppy Eared Cutie, Spotted Up The Road From Me

    Orange cat sitting on outdoor tiled steps surrounded by plants, captured in a catspotting photo of unexpected encounters.

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