“Cats are undeniably adorable, with their big eyes, playful antics, and fluffy fur,” he told Bored Panda that this triggers positive emotions and awe in us when we look at photos and videos of felines. On top of that, these animals are masters of clumsy antics and unexpected behavior, and cat-themed content can quickly go viral. “Their independent personalities often lead to unintentionally funny situations that we can’t help but chuckle at.” Human beings tend to find cats very relatable, too. “They can be grumpy, sassy, and independent, or cuddly and affectionate. We see ourselves or our moods reflected in these furry internet stars,” Sington said. Bored Panda asked Sington whether there will ever come a time when the internet might ‘grow out’ of cat memes. He’s optimistic. In his opinion, the internet’s love affair with cat memes seems to be a lasting one. “The format is endlessly adaptable. Cat memes can be funny, heartwarming, relatable, or even savage.” Furthermore, he stressed the fact that cat memes are already a cherished part of internet history. “They’re a reminder of the simple pleasures of online humor and the enduring fascination with our feline companions.” Cats are incredibly loved by people all over planet Earth. It’s estimated that there are around 1 billion of these feline creatures living around the globe. According to the World Population Review, that number includes 350 million indoor pet cats. There are also around 480 million stray cats, as well as approximately 100 million wild cats, from lions and tigers to cougars. Germany is home to roughly 15.2 million cats, France has nearly 15 million of them, and the United Kingdom is home to 12 million of these animals. To compare, there are between 700 million and 1 billion dogs around the world, according to the World Population Reviews data in 2024. Roughly 90 million doggos live in the US alone. In second place is Brazil with 55 million canines, followed by China with 54.3 million, and Japan with 20 million dogs. Around 12 million dogs live in the UK (the same number as cats!), while Germany is home to 10.3 million dogs. Over the past three years, the X account has amassed a jaw-dropping 455.7k followers from all corners of the world. It just goes to show that cats and memes are a fabulous combination. And people sincerely love it!
The cat memes and pictures of cats (some of which may or may not be ironic) are meant to relate to people on an emotional level. The goal is for someone to look at the image and say, ‘That is literally me.’ Keep your religious nonsense to yourself. At the same time, they can also be very regal, cool, grumpy, and detached, as well as downright mischievous. They are also very expressive, and we, as human beings, can empathize with them. We can easily put ourselves in their shoes (or, well, paws). But if your audience can relate to the cats’ expressions, then you’ve got them hooked! That’s what helps you stand out from the crowd. And if you’ve browsed social media feeds for even a day, you’ll know that there’s a ton of competition out there when it comes to cat, animal, and humor-related content. Scroll down to the comments to share your thoughts… and we’d love to hear all about your pets, too! Follow Bored Panda on Google News! Follow us on Flipboard.com/@boredpanda! Please use high-res photos without watermarks Ooops! Your image is too large, maximum file size is 8 MB.
