10 Logical Reasons Why Cats Are Cute (With Pictures)

Why Are Cats Cute?

Cats have a unique kind of cuteness. They show affection through their large green eyes, they depict playfulness by chasing laser lights and toy spiders, and they become a part of your home (read: furniture) by lying on their backs with their legs perched up in the air. Below are 10 reasons why cats make for the cutest pets.

1. They are independent and spiritually detached.
2. They love their siestas.
3. They express their displeasure gracefully.
4. They can easily be kept busy for hours.
5. They use different tones of meows to manipulate you.
6. They love being carried like a human baby.
7. Cats own you and not vice versa.
8. They think they're cleaner than you.
9. They are extremely curious.
10. They have cute yet difficult personalities.

1. They Are Independent and Spiritually Detached

Why is independence always confused with arrogance and coldness? Cats are great pets to have because they are not a liability in terms of caretaking; they poop where they are supposed to, sleep when they are bored (read: always), and eat when they feel like it. They don't come up to you with hungry eyes and paw you, forcing you to get up and feed them.

2. They Love Their Siestas

You can't play with cats anytime you want to; they have a certain mood and time cycle you must adhere to. Would you like it if someone stormed into your office and coerced you into playing Scrabble with them? Definitely not! Then how dare you disturb the feline creature from its slumber?

3. They Express Their Displeasure Gracefully

Are the cat food nuggets sour? Is the scratching post not rough enough? Is the bed too fluffy? Your cat will give you its instant opinions about the amenities that you have supplied. If the stuff is not good enough, you will be met with raging fury and intense annoyance (accompanied by a titled head and a long, loud meow). Aww. Cuteness.

4. They Can Easily Be Kept Busy for Hours

Apart from balls of wool (which they can get tangled in and never come out of), an iPad can also easily keep them busy for hours. Believe it or not, there are YouTube videos of cats doodling away with their paws on iPad screens and being highly amused with the colors.

If you don't want to sacrifice an iPad for your feline, a simple moth in the room should suffice! However, don't take it for granted that a cat will simply be amused by anything and everything. The games will only begin if, and only if, Her Feline Highness feels like being amused. Are we still wondering why they're adorable?

5. They Use Different Tones of Meows to Manipulate You

Whether cats want you to buzz off, entertain them, give them food, or show them TV, they have a specific way of meowing for each activity.

• A slow, lulled meow signals that they want you to pet them under their necks.
• A short purr lets you know that they are impressed.
• A loud, continuous meow is their way of asking you to "get the hell out of here!"

It is difficult to think of anything cuter than this. In fact, there should be a research lab out there somewhere trying to decipher different meows and make it a mainstream language.

6. They Love Being Carried Like a Human Baby

Do you find babies cute? If you do, you will find cats uber adorable too. Contrary to general assumption, cats love being carried, especially when you cradle them like babies. With their legs perched up in the air, they loved being lulled and hummed to sleep. And mind you, if they notice you're wearing amusing danglers or a neckpiece that catches their fancy, they have the official right to fling it apart.

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7. Cats Own You and Not Vice Versa

Cats are super cute because they will eventually pick the spot that they love in the house. And you thought that you'd allot only a corner of the house to them? Sorry, not happening!

Also, if you've seen your cat rubbing against your legs in front of other people, don't mistake it as a sign of affection. Veterinary experts have suggested that it's the cat's way of indicating to other human beings and livings organisms that they own you!

8. They Think They're Cleaner Than You

Have you noticed that every time you pet and play with your cat, he/she will sit in a corner a few minutes later and get into a self-grooming session? They may even spend an entire hour licking every single square inch of their body. How cute is that? No shampoo expenses and no trips to the vet! It's almost like they're trying to tell you, "Get your dirty hands off me!"

9. They Are Extremely Curious

"Curiosity killed the cat" comes from context. Cat owners will agree to this. When you come back from the grocery store and put all your shopping bags on the kitchen counter, the first person to check it out will be your kitty. She/he will hop on the counter, open the bag wide with their paw, and sniff until they are satisfied. Once you empty all the cartons, they'll even crawl into one and sit in it for some time!

10. They Have Cute Yet Difficult Personalities

"Cute yet difficult" is a confusing tag to describe a personality, but here goes. Cats won't salivate after just about anything that's offered to them. They have strong likes and dislikes, fetishes, pet peeves, and, most importantly, their favorite people. For instance, if they lightly bite you, it's their way of acknowledging that you exist.

Other Miscellaneous Reasons Why Cats Are So Cute

• They will paw the fish inside the fishbowl.
• They will keep going in circles, chasing their own tails.
• They will curl up nowhere else but at your feet.
• If you take your cat to a new house, he/she will smell and physically check out every nook and corner of the house.
• Cats like the feeling of warmth underneath them, which is why we always seem to find them stationed atop a computer monitor.
• Since cats are fascinated by motion, they'll try to paw your fast-moving fingers zipping across the keyboard.
• They will sit on your best couch and lounge as if they own it, and because they look so cute sitting there rightfully, you wouldn't have the heart to shoo them off.

This article is accurate and true to the best of the author’s knowledge. It is not meant to substitute for diagnosis, prognosis, treatment, prescription, or formal and individualized advice from a veterinary medical professional. Animals exhibiting signs and symptoms of distress should be seen by a veterinarian immediately.

Comments

Vanilla Days on June 21, 2020:

Kitty cats are adorable, I am holding a black cat plushie while typing this. 3 reasons why I love cats: reason 1, they have a very cute face. Reason 2, they are in Minecraft. Reason 3, they are fluffy.

Vanilla Days on June 21, 2020:

I like their noses. Their cute kitty noses.

MEOW on May 28, 2020:

my cat is hugging my arm while i type this.

Catlover on May 13, 2020:

I am a CAT and I loved this article. Impressed "purr" "meow"

hiih on April 23, 2020:

totally agree with EVERYTHING

Me on April 20, 2020:

hey now I know more about my master!

Clover on April 20, 2020:

I have 10 cats i love them!!!!!!!

Captain DaCATSY on April 14, 2020:

THIS WAS AN AWESOME ARTICLE!

I loved it sooo much

Nony on April 13, 2020:

This was written by a dog person. I sense it.

AraZee on April 09, 2020:

I love cats haha!

fortnite double on March 26, 2020:

cats are the cutties dogs suckes cats have cutter faces

jasmine globak on March 08, 2020:

i love cats more than anything

Dawn on January 19, 2020:

My cat, Lily, matches all of this, she curls up with me every night. She’s the cutest little fur ball!

Mark on December 03, 2019:

Cats are truly fascinating creatures.

Jahrome on October 27, 2019:

I have a big Leo heart for cats. Mines 7 years old now Egyptian Mau/Tabby. He is adorable. After going missing for three years he is finally home. :)

abitatcatlover on May 03, 2019:

i love cats my is cute thx for the tips

Sreeram on April 02, 2019:

I love cats

Sooty on March 20, 2019:

Love, love, love cats!

Amira on December 04, 2018:

Im not here to learn about them im just here to do it for my homwork