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30 Photos Of Cat Dads And Their Felines

  • By Tooba
  • 5 months ago
  • 12 minutes read

In this golden age of Internet, so many things are being said and done online that we can’t even keep up with them all. Trends come and go like wildfires, some are iconic, some are awful and some are just downright hilarious. But we’re not lying when we say one of these trends has caught our attention, settled in our hearts and brought smiles to our faces. Cat dads. Come on, now! We love a man who can run for hours with his dog in the woods and play rough with his pooches, but who doesn’t absolutely adore a man who can handle the delicate frame of a wee kitten, who can gently scratch a cat’s chin on a cold evening and who sees the world in the eyes of these lovely, elusive and amusing little creatures? Point is, there’s something incredibly heart-warming and intimate about seeing men who love cats, have incredible relationships with them, and love them just as much as any man could love a dog. Here are some of the web’s jazziest  cat dads and their fizzling felines, ready to put a grin on your face.

#1 Whatever You’re Doing Or Tackling Today, Just Know That We Love You

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Atlas the cat takes a stunning selfie with his cat dad grinning proudly behind him. In it, Atlas shows off his lovely salt and pepper tabby coat, very well groomed but the most noticeable thing about this picture is not the fur or how pretty it is. It’s Atlas’s eyes. They’re a breathtaking opal blue with specks of white and we have to admit, that is one handsome boy.

#2 I’m Going To Be A Dad In A Few Months So I’m Practicing With The Cat

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Being a first time parent is a daunting experience, and dad-to-be James McWhorter wanted to get everything just right. So here you go. That’s it. A cat asleep in a sling. With a loving, doting cat dad hovering watchfully over it.

#3 This Looks Too Comfy

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A personal favorite of ours, Lodo the cat takes a warm, sun-drenched nap in a hammock with his dad snug beside him, fast asleep.

#4 This Picture Was Taken Before Chip Died. His Cat Dad Took Him Out One Last Time To Enjoy What He Lo

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This was one of Chip, the cat’s, last days on Earth. It is hard enough to know you are losing a beloved friend, a dear companion, and harder still to watch them suffer. This particular cat dad wasn’t going to waste the last few moments of his beloved cat’s life in tears. This picture captures captures love. A love between a cat and its dad.

#5 Rolled Over One Morning To See The Cutest Thing Ever

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In this picture, taken on a bright early morning in Syracuse, New York we see a man named Josh fast asleep. But what catches our eye is the cheeky looking storm gray kitten stretched out beside him. With something that warm and lovely pressed to his skin, we’re sure Josh must be having the nicest dreams, and we sure do wish we could have such a cuddle-obsessed kitten with us when we flop down to take a nap

#6  Hitching A Free Ride Up The Hill As Usual. I Guess We’ll Keep Him Around

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What would you do if a cat jumped on your backpack and stayed on it the whole way as you climbed up a hill? And what if that cat was considerably large? And very, very comfortable on your backpack? This hiker found himself answering all these questions as a cat he later named Fish (yes indeed a cat named Fish) took a liking to him.

#7 Another Episode Of Caught Cat Napping Under The Sheets, That’s A Wrap

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Do you ever get home from work so dog-tired (whoops) that you just don’t even bother changing clothes and just fall onto the bed and snore off to sleep? This cat dad seems to have done just that, but not before he took his beloved kitty into his arms and snuggled into it.

#8 Sweet Sunday Mornings Lickins For Dad

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Dogs are famous for their curious tongues, but what about this little cat here, who seems to love getting a taste of her dad’s nose? Some say this instinct is prevalent before a cat bites, so this particular cat dad might want to be wary of the loving licks of his little furbaby, wouldn’t want him to be in for a painful surprise, would we?

#9 Daddy’s Boys

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Two cats snuggle in with their dad for a good, refreshing afternoon nap. While the ginger kitty rests under his hand, the tabby takes advantage of the moment to steal a little kiss. There’s so much love in this picture that we think our hearts might burst with it. This, after everything, is what happiness amounts to. There’s nothing purer than the love and affection of an animal, and this picture is here as concrete evidence of that!

#10 My Dad’s Rescue Cat Wasn’t Properly Weaned And Was Very Neglected. The Only Way He Will Drink Is If My Dad Holds A Cup. He Does This Multiple Times Per Day

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Cats, like humans, remember their childhoods. A healthy happy cat will most probably have had a healthy, happy kittenhood. Cats that have lacked a mother’s love or care, or have faced traumatic events in their lives are more likely to be antisocial, dysfunctional, or aggressive. Here we see a cat who wasn’t properly weaned during infanthood,  so now it’s cat dad has to hold the glass for him to fill his little belly. This is what true devotion and deep love looks like, folks. We might be crying at this adorable picture. Just a bit.

#11 Here’s An Outtake From Our Bathroom Shoot The Other Day

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Hairless sphinxes are the breed of cat which is most likely to be called ugly, but we don’t agree, and we’re sure you won’t too after looking at this adorable picture of a cat in the arms of its dad, both with towels wrapped around their heads, because hygiene is very important! We love the bemused expression on this sphinx’s face, it looks so adorably puzzled.

#12 That Moment When You Look At Your Best Friend And Realise You’re Both Legends

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It sure feels good when you know you’re good-looking, but when you have a cat that’s equally as handsome? We urge the cat dad and his kitten in this picture to get a modelling gig because this is just gorgeous. The ambience, the stunning eyes, the lighting, spot-on.

#13 My Best Buddy And Bodyguard

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Cat dad Ferd, who’s a disc jockey by profession, hot his groove on with his beautiful spotted tabby in this amazing photo. We can see him forehead to forehead with his kitten, eyes closed, clearly fully immersed in this beautiful moment with his little furry friend. The cats paws are resting on his shoulders, a sign of trust and love.

#14 My Emotional Support Animal

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There’s so much stigma against black cats, and it breaks our hearts. Baseless superstitions prevent many people from opting to adopt a black-furred cat, and it really is unfair because all animals deserve loving homes. Joe Harrel not only found an amazing companion in this little kitten, but also altered the belief that black cats can’t be just as friendly and lovable as cats of any other color.

#15 My Dad Fixing The Pool. His Cat Likes To Help. He Would Tell You Otherwise But He Loves The Cat

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We don’t know about you, but we hate leaving our cozy couches to do a bit of work around the house. However, with a big fat orange cat lounging on our shoulders, we could tackle the world! Here we see a cat dad doing some handy work and his ginger companion helping him out enormously by peering at him from between his shoulder blades. A cat with a trenchant for repairs, who would’ve thought? And the funniest part of this is, the Dad seems to be highly appreciative of the help!

Cats have been a symbol of grace, femininity and wit for centuries. And since the rise of this wonderful thing called the Internet, these sneaky felines have taken over the world. From millions of cat-related posts on Instagram, to cats who are celebrities with worldwide fans, it’s been a great journey. Men who adore their beautiful furry friends, who prefer a day spent chilling with the felines rather than roughing it out with a dog. Men who like sophistication, elegance and most of all, peace and quiet. Men like these love cats, and we, in turn, love men like these. We’ll leave you to admire these heart warming bonds between humans and animals, and you can judge for yourself which one you find the most touching!

#16 How My 20-Year-Old Cat And 70-Year-Old Father To Spend Their Evenings

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Many people think owning a pet is as tedious and time-consuming as having a child, and in many ways, they are right. With these two adorable buddies, obviously that is not the case. In the picture we see two senior citizens enjoying a peaceful nap, resting their aching limbs and being utterly comfortable in each other’s company.

#17 My Boyfriend Is Comforting Our Cat, He Had A Rough Day

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This big boy seemed to have a bad case of the blues, so his dad took matters into his own hands (literally) and snuggled his baby till he felt better. The presence of a loving feline companion can be more than therapeutic for us, but how much of us actually think of the cat needing a bit of love now and again? We commend this dad, and every other cat dad out there, for giving their very best to their little furry friends because, let’s be honest, don’t they do it for us too?

#18 My Dad Has Achieved 100% Relaxation

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We love a man who can love a cat, but to love three? If that isn’t cat heaven, we don’t know what is. Chris Poole truly is angel sent from heaven for every homeless, starving or endangered cat that has ever met him.

#19 My Dad Found A Kitten Who Prefers Sleeping Like This Crying Outside A Few Days Ago

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When we see men show tenderness and affection for helpless, voiceless animals, something inside us just melts. An elderly man saw a lonely kitten mewling outside, did what needed to be done, and took it into his care.

#20 My Boyfriend Cliff Works From Home, But Our Kitten Simon Insists On Being Held Multiple Times Throughout The Day

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We’ve heard of new parents struggling to get work done with babies needing constant attention, but struggling to get work down with a kitten needing constant attention? That sure is a first for us. Here’s a hilarious photo of cat dad Cliff and his baby, Simon in a sling.

#21 “One Of My Favorite Photos From Way Back When I Was A Kitten Backpacking With My Dad”

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In this picture we can see the (obviously very much in love) human with a huge grin on his face, against a beautiful backdrop of ocean and sky. What we don’t immediately notice is the tiny fluff of a kitten nestled between his shoulders. It looks so adorably solemn that we just wanna give it a little kiss on the head, and we’re sure, if you love cats as much as we do, you would too!

#22 A Seriously Cute Moment Between My Boyfriend And Cat

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Here we see a cat having a bit of a staring contest with her dad. Upside down. It’s an incredibly tender moment, and it’s so obvious they’re both infatuated with each other. Cats deserve the most in the world, and by the way this particular kitty looks at its dad, we’re sure he gives it just that

#23 My Dad Tends To Hold My Cat’s Paw As When Nods Off

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Another golden oldie, having a moment with his feline. The cutest thing about this one is the little paws clutched in the hands of the Dad, and we can’t help but feel hopelessly in love with the expression of utter seriousness on the cat’s face. What an awesome duo.

#24 The Bond Between My Dad And His Cerebral Palsy Cat. He Fell And Needed Love

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Caring properly for a cat is hard, but caring for a cat with cerebral palsy? Only the bravest, most dedicated soul can take on an enormous task like that. And this cat dad certainly checked all boxes with respect to empathy, compassion, and boundless courage. When his kitten fell, he took it into his arms and whispered to it a few soothing words. And really, that’s all it takes to soothe the pain of a suffering animal, if only slightly.

#25 “Dad’s A Heat Radiator So We Love To Snuggle With Him”

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#26 My Boyfriend Said He Doesn’t Likes Cats

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For anyone of our readers craving a bit of light hearted fun, this is the best we can do for you. This mite-sized kitten poses on her dad’s shoulder, and he seems to be enjoying the attention immensely. Our little wide-eyed hero is going to be one handsome cat one day, and we hope we get more pictures from this amazing duo.

#27 No Kids Just Cats

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Four cats, two strollers, one ingenious dad. There’s only one thing to do, it seems. Buckle the seats on the little kitties, wear your joggers, and let’s take these little furry angels on a ride through the neighborhood. All we know I’d that if we saw this adorable sight anywhere in our vicinity, we wouldn’t be able to resist stopping for a chat and a late for each of those cute little things. We envy this lucky dad, and we’re sure you do too!

#28 Snooze On Dad’s Shoulders

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Cat dad Finnegan sports a joyous smile on his face as his little kitten takes a power nap on his shoulder. Talk about choosing a good time and place! But hey, when sleep calls, who are we to ignore it? This little furball took that statement literally, and decided to recharge it’s batteries right there, on dad’s trusty shoulders. Adorable, no doubt.

#29 Caturday

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Sean Riley Smith, takes a prize worthy picture with his sweet little sidekick. The expression on this cat’s face as it’s dad kisses it is of such pure bliss that we feel like it’s slightly overwhelmed by all this love.

#30 Family Photo

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They are said to be one of the most beautiful breeds of cats in the world, and this adorable picture certainly doesn’t contradict that statement. While dad cuddles lovely blue-eyed albino Gizmo, Loki sneaks closer to the camera for a better angle of himself. Someone loves to always be the star of the show, aren’t we right, little Loki?

So dear readers, what did you think? This may be perhaps the hardest question you’ve ever answered, but which amazing cat dad and their little furry buddy did you find the cutest? Let us know in the comments below, and be sure to tell us if you also have a cute cat tale to share. We never get tired of listening to cat shenanigans, and we hope, neither do you!

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