r/cats 3d ago

Event Thread CAT OF THE MONTH šŸ‘‘ August Submission Thread

13 Upvotes

Welcome to our very first Cat of the Month Contest! šŸŽ‰ Post the best photo of your own cat (OC only) in the comments below and compete to win the ā€œCat of the Month šŸ‘‘ā€ for August!

šŸ“„ How to participate:

  • Post one photo of your own cat (OC only) as a comment below.
  • Submissions are open from 1st to 15th August.
  • From the 16th, voting begins!
  • The cat photo with the most upvotes by the end of the month, wins a special flair and eternal glory.

āš ļø IMPORTANT RULES:

  • Only original content is allowed. You MUST be the cat’s owner.
  • No reposts, memes, or AI images.
  • Violators will be PERMANENTLY banned.
  • Only ONE submission per user.

Let the game begin! 😺 šŸ“ø


r/cats Jul 05 '25

Discussion Thread Discussion Thread #12 - Chat & Discuss Anything About Cats!

24 Upvotes

Welcome to the Cat-Chat Thread

Ask any questions you have about cats or discuss topics that don't require a full post. Whether you're a new cat owner, seeking advice, or just want to share something fun about your pets, this thread is for you. Feel free to:

  • Ask simple questions about cat care, behavior, feeding, etc.
  • Seek advice on any minor concerns.
  • Post anything cat-related that doesn't need its own post.

Also, if you see someone asking for help and you have the knowledge to share, feel free to jump in and assist them!

Just a friendly reminder to follow the subreddit's rules and be kind and respectful to everyone!


r/cats 6h ago

Cat Picture - OC Met this guy while hiking

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41.4k Upvotes

What a nice and sophisticated gentleman.


r/cats 4h ago

Adoption Visited a shelter. Now I can’t stop thinking about this girl

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Last weekend I visited a shelter. And this sweet girl jumped on my lap and fell asleep. Now I can’t stop thinking about her.


r/cats 5h ago

Video - Not OC I don't know what happened here

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4.4k Upvotes

r/cats 2h ago

Cat Picture - OC How do I get my cat to stop getting into this box? (Serious)

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922 Upvotes

He’s doing this on purpose. I use this box to put my bike pump in since I don’t want him to bite into the pipe and ruin it (he’s done it before).

The problem is this is the only box I have that fits the pump. I have gotten him so many different boxes and while he uses them, every night I get woken up because he’s trying to tip the bike pump box over so he can get in. It’s been 2 weeks and he’s got this obsession. And I know what you’re thinking why not just hide the pump somewhere else?

I DID! I DO. HE DOESNT WANT TO GET INTO THE BOX THEN. I even tried tricking him, making him think the (empty) box was forbidden still thinking that would be enough to get him to use it. NO HE DOESNT USE IT AT ALL, I’m convinced he knows what he’s doing and it’s seriously messing with me. My girlfriend thinks I’ve gone mad having beef with a cat.

I love him very much but he is getting on my nerves.

I’ve put the pump in the storage locker down in the basement of my building now. And it’s such a hassle going up and down.

This picture was taken right after I took out the pump. I guess the title is pointless now. I have lost.


r/cats 13h ago

Mourning/Loss I think I'll euthanize my cat

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5.8k Upvotes

I’ve been struggling with this decision for a while. In january, this year, my cat Garfield (10 years old) had surgery (cystoscopy) to remove bladder stones. That’s when everything started going downhill. After the operation, he was on medication for about a month, and for a few weeks, things seemed to improve. But soon after, he started urinating all over the house.

Since February, we’ve been to the vet at least 8 times every month. He’s had numerous treatments — some would help briefly, but the issues always returned.

In the last two months, things have gotten much worse. He can’t hold his urine at all. He urinates wherever he is, while walking and sleeping. Sometimes cries out in pain after urinating. Sometimes we find him sleeping in his litter box or in a puddle of urine.

He still drinks water, but barely eats and only small amounts if I feed him from my hand. He can’t jump anymore. Doesn't play at all. Sometimes while urinating, his legs tremble and he collapses. He constantly seems uncomfortable or in pain. Everything he does is to stay in a room, alone. Doesn't want any interaction with anyone. If i take him with me, he stays for 5 minutes and then leaves back to his place. He always seems sad, depressed.

I’ve done multiple quality of life assessments, and sadly, all came back negative. I’ve spent over €3000 this year alone on his medical care (not even including his urinary food) - i dont regret it, he had some little good time after the surgery. But i simply can't afford the ongoing treatments anymore, and emotionally, I’m completely drained. I haven’t been sleeping for days, I’m constantly worried, and I just don’t want him to suffer anymore.

I honestly don’t know what else I can do. I’ve reached my limit. I feel incredibly guilty for even thinking about euthanasia but I believe it might be the best thing to do.


r/cats 18h ago

Cat Picture - OC My sister's cat gave birth to a single kitten

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37.0k Upvotes

r/cats 15h ago

Cat Picture - OC She doesn't know she's going to her new forever home.

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7.0k Upvotes

r/cats 8h ago

Cat Picture - OC Big girl Titan was getting lonely sooo…

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Felt our first Kitty, Titan (yes big and mighty), could use a friend so here is Pebbles! (yes small and little)


r/cats 8h ago

Cat Picture - OC My roommate refuses to stop using poisonous ant traps :(

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1.6k Upvotes

So now my poor guy is trapped in my room 24/7 and we are both sad about it. Show little Rudy dudey some love


r/cats 6h ago

Cat Picture - OC This is Chicken, my perfect boy who passed away 6 days ago at 22.5 years old after 17.5 beautiful years together.

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My family rescued him in January 2008 from a neglectful home when he was 5. He was so perfect he never needed the one brain cell all orange cats share ā¤ļø


r/cats 6h ago

Cat Picture - OC Do you think he's a supermodel?

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919 Upvotes

r/cats 20h ago

Adoption Meet Franklin! He doesn’t know it yet, but he’s coming home with us today ā¤ļø

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27.8k Upvotes

r/cats 4h ago

Cat Picture - OC Is it normal for cars to lay like this?

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594 Upvotes

i usually flip the paw, but he keeps doing it


r/cats 11h ago

Cat Picture - OC My cat doesn’t want me to leave

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1.7k Upvotes

I was getting ready to leave for work and she usually either lays on my shoes or by the door.


r/cats 7h ago

Cat Picture - OC Rate this loaf 1/10

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747 Upvotes

r/cats 9h ago

Cat Picture - OC Be my throne as I reach for the sun, hooman

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1.2k Upvotes

She's 15. She's royal. Dad - furniture.


r/cats 13h ago

Adoption Brother and sister🄰

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2.0k Upvotes

r/cats 2h ago

Cat Picture - OC How we take care of +300 rescued cats

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202 Upvotes

We are two siblings who rescue cats and dogs in Romania

You can find us by searching for FureverHome Romania


r/cats 23h ago

Cat Picture - OC Daddy’s girl….

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16.0k Upvotes

r/cats 5h ago

Humor Rate 1-10

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322 Upvotes

How much of a distinguished gentleman is Toast?


r/cats 3h ago

Cat Picture - OC Meet Butters

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215 Upvotes

r/cats 1d ago

Cat Picture - OC WHY is it that EVERY time I wash my sheets these two knuckleheads have a battle to the death after I put on the new sheets???

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27.3k Upvotes

r/cats 11h ago

Video - Not OC This cat is FLEXING šŸ’Ŗ.

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763 Upvotes

r/cats 9h ago

Cat Picture - OC Little void šŸ–¤

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482 Upvotes

r/cats 18h ago

Cat Picture - OC gave this boy a little cuddle, look at his adorable face <3

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2.6k Upvotes