People Who Might Admit They Know Me if Publically Pressed...

If you thought cats weren't up to the challenge of becoming Olympians, then this collection of Olympian cat children is sure to change your pawspective.

Thanks to the pawrents of these highly talented feline individuals we have managed to get a speak peak into the lives of these performance purr-machines. Taking a unique look at the various disciplines and talents that our clever cat companions have amassed throughout the globe. And while some of these so-called sports or disciplines are not officially recognized, there is always a chance that by the next Olympic event, they will be firmly within the running order ready to take the world by storm.

So as we gear up to enjoy some winter revelry at this year's Winter Olympics in Italy, we figured there would be no better time than now to get us all amped up with a collection of sport minded feline fur babies. And with that we will let these cats and their pawrents do the talking, jumping, and lifting from here on out. 
 

Accountability has left the building. Luckily, the cat didn't.

Look, we're not claiming to be relationship advisers. We're mere cat lovers with a platform. But we're human, we know what it is to be in a relationship, and what it is to raise a cat together (because, of course, our partners have to be cat people too). First of all, when you raise a cat, together with someone or alone, it means you have full responsibility for this creature that entered your life. Their safety is in your hands, depends on your deeds, and it's your job to make sure what you do is aimed towards your cat's wellbeing. This memo seems to have missed the husband in this case, since he won't admit, under any circumstances, that his actions might have had grave consequences.

These consequences in question are leaving a cat outside in freezing temperatures. And not just any cat - his own cat. The one whose safety is in his hands. But will he be shocked by the accidental near-consequences for his own actions? Nope. He will go back home and blame his wife for not noticing his misdeeds sooner, obviously. We don't get it - as cat pawrents ourselves, the mere thought of our cat freezing outside because we accidentally left the door open leaves us in horror.

Besides the thoughts about the cat, we also feel for the wife who had to suffer a husband blaming her for it. While she's stuck outside the apartment in the cold. Without even mentioning the childish behavior he continued on with, we would be horrified. We were really not kidding when we said that the person we're in a relationship with must be a cat person too - it means feeling responsible for the cat as we do. If that can't happen - the relationship can't happen. So no, we're not relationship advisers, but this is what we would do.

There's no place like home, there's no place like home, there's no place like home.

As cat pawrents, we don't need meowgical ruby slippers to transport us back home… because we never left! In order to get us out of the house and away from our fluffy felines, you have to schedule with us at least one week in advance, and we have to be home by 9 PM. Otherwise, we turn into a pumpkin. A grumpy, angry pumpkin that is no fun to be with at all.

Seriously, though, who needs people when you have a family of felines waiting for you at home? They are always excited to see us, are the best cuddlers, and oftentimes give us free massages without us ever having to ask. The only things we have to deal with in return are being screamed at for around 30 minutes before dinnertime and cat hair literally everywhere. But other than that, it's purrfect!

There are some people (extraverts) who enjoy being in the presence of others. We consider ourselves catroverts, because more than anything, we enjoy being in the company of cats. Our furvorite place is at home, in our pajamas, with a blanket and three cats on or around us. No fancy dinner or night out with friends will ever top that.

We used to be ashamed of this when we were younger, always feeling pressured to leave the house and "be social". But as we've aged, we understood that there's nothing wrong with enjoying your alone time with your fur babies, and we're certainly not afraid to cancel plans because of our cats. 

If you're an owner of some cute cats at home, you know exactly what we're talking about. We hope your snuggled up next to your kitties as you're reading this, so you can show them all the hissterical memes that remind you them. Don't change for anyone, unless it's for your cats. They're the only ones that deserve it!

If cuteness were an Olympic event, cats would take gold

If the Cuteness Olympics were real, cats would win gold every year and act like it wasn't a big deal. No training montage, no warmup. They'd just show up, blink slowly at the judges, and the scorecards would already be filled out.

They'd dominate every event without trying. The synchronized loaf would earn perfect scores for form and tuck. The high jump would include a dramatic twist followed by a flawless landing and immediate disinterest. Freestyle sleeping would break records with upside-down naps and impossible positions that somehow look comfortable.

The judges wouldn't stand a chance. One toe bean stretch and the arena loses composure. A surprise blep ends the competition early. When a cat curls into a tiny circle and starts purring, it's basically the closing ceremony.

The funniest part is the feline athletes wouldn't care. They wouldn't celebrate or acknowledge the win. They'd wander off mid-applause to chase a dust bunny or demand snacks. The medals would sit untouched while they focused on more important things, like staring at a wall for reasons no one understands.

Every year the results would be the same. Cats sweep the podium, hoomans cheer, and nobody questions it. Some champions train for years. Cats are just born ready.

No cat deserves to be returned to the shelter once, let alone twice.

That is especially true for unique kittens. There is nearly a fight over kittens in shelters. Everyone wants to adopt a kitten, and if it's a unique kitten of a unique breed who has a unique look, there is definitely a waiting list. And the thought that somehow, despite the people who are sure lined up to try to adopt this Serval cat, the fact that not one but two of them returned her to the shelter is wild to us. 

But of course, people don't think before they adopt cats of a special breed. They see a cute cat, and they want it. And in some ways, we get it. We see a cute cat, and we want it too. But if it's a kitty in a shelter, rather than one that we rescue off the streets, we do think that it is only sensible to look up what characteristics the breed in question has. The people who returned this Serval cat for being too energetic and playful should have known that Serval cats, in their core, are energetic and playful. It's simply who they are, and adopters need to be informed of that. 

Scaredy cats are much less fearful when survival is on the line. 

Bernadette, the tuxedo cat, was once scared of the people who roamed the apartment complex, but this frightful kitty learned that not all hoomans drive spooky, loud dump trucks that upend your dumpster home: Some humans have chicken tenders, infinite affection, and a cozy, warm house to live in. 

All it takes is one purrticularly friendly human to change the mind of a stubbornly independent stray cat, but a handful of tuna can go a long way, too. 

Nothing says Valentine's Day like a cat and a terrible pun that somehow works.

Valentine's Day cards are supposed to be romantic, but the best ones involve cats and terrible puns. The second you add a cat to a card, the message stops being serious and becomes immediately better. A tiny face next to the words "You're purrfect for me" carries more emotional weight than most poetry. It's science.

Cats were built for Valentine's cards. They already specialize in intense eye contact, dramatic affection, and unpredictable mood swings. One minute they're ignoring you, the next they're headbutting your chin like a furry love missile. That emotional whiplash is basically the theme of the holiday.

The puns are part of the charm. "I'm feline good about us." "You've got to be kitten me." "We're meant to purr together." They're ridiculous, and that's the point. No one expects Shakespeare from a card with a cat wearing a bow tie. The joy comes from the groan followed by a smile.

The best Valentine's cards are the ones that feel a little unhinged and very sincere. A picture of a cat stretched across a heart that says "I loaf you" somehow communicates affection better than anything elegant. It's silly, it's warm, and it understands the assignment.

At the end of the day, cats make Valentine's Day less about grand gestures and more about cozy love. A pun, a goofy picture, and a reminder that being adored by a small chaotic animal is already the best valentine anyone could ask for.

Webster's definition of paradise: being surrounded by cats. 

Paradise looks different for different people. For some, it could be a sad, wistful European town in the rain, quietly staring through a window with candlelight and a good book, where vibes are cozy and protected. For others, it's a typical and tropical beach, casually relaxing with a pineapple drink in your hand while you go in and out of a delightful, warm sea to swim. For some it can even be some sort of remote village, where green grasses shroud every inch of the earth as far as the eye could see, while you have nothing but the immersion of nature around you. And for some, it's being smack in the center of a metropolitan city, shopping, lurid colors, and busy noises distract your senses. For others, it's being around cats. 

In Dante Alighieri's, The Paradise, he's soaring from planet to planet towards the sun with his guide, Beatrice, holding his hand along the way. She's his symbol of divine love, and his only job is to be enamored and understand the true meaning of love. Cats have different expectations, and usually just want lots of tuna and catnip. They may enjoy chasing birds around and seeing the world pass them by while breathing fresh air, and they also enjoy cuddly, warm snuggles with you while you're watching your favorite show. Cats basically live their day-to-day in a state of paradise. Their hedonistic lives demand us to take care of them while they sit on our couch all day. We go to work day in and day out just to afford wet food for these purrfect little creatures. 

When you're in the midst of your midweek meltdown, it's important to remember your cat. He or she is at home waiting for you, peacefully longing for your return so you two can spend a lovely evening together. So enjoy these cat memes. 

The Cat Distribution System usually delivers cats on their own, but when one weak kitten couldn't manage the journey the CDS sent a tomcat to help bring this kitten to the only hooman who could save it.

And save it she did. In fact this whole ordeal seemed to come so naturally, so calmly to this surprised pawrent that it is all the more curious. Most of us cat lovers would lose our minds if ever we were to cross paths with a kitten on the brink. But this brave and concerned cat lover took immediate action and in doing so managed to get this kitten the help that it needed in the nick of time.

Their story goes on to become only sweeter with time, telling the tale of a cat who appreciates all that has been done for her, and loves her pawrents in a way that is somewhat beyond our reckoning. But what we have taken away from this story most is that it is never too late. It is never impossible and it is upon us never to give up. And by doing so, the best things in life can happen to you, as it did to this family. 
 

Petting a cat is the quickest way to crack a smile. 

When you see a cute cat on the street, who do you think of first? For most cat lovers, they see a sassy feline stray wandering around outside and their first instinct is to psspsspss their way into that kitty's heart. Secondly, of course, they must take a photo of this handsome kitten, because no creature so adorable should be left unphotographed. And thirdly, that adorable cat portrait must be sent to another human with a mewtual love for felines. Alas, who's your go-to person for cute cat content sharing?

For most of us, it's a close family member, our best friend, or our significant other who is the main recipient of shared kitten appreciation, however, not everyone loves cats. 

Shocking, I know. But for us passionate feline fanatics, it's impawrtant to identify the people in our lives who share the same affection for felines. Without those cherished relationships, our adoration and appreciation for cats go unrecognized and unmatched. It's through a mutual love for cats that humans can feel the closest to our comrades and our companions in the world. Even if we're sharing a meowment with a random coworker or showing a silly cat video to our little niece, the sunshine that radiates from cats and the smiles that they bring into our lives are irreplaceable. 

It's for this reason that we must treasure the kitty pawsitivity that comes from shared cat love in the family, the friends group, or even your local community. Our fine felines at home, who live like royalty off of tin cans of kitty slop and pre-warmed beds by the window sill, are the light in every cat lover's life. Although they contribute next to nothing to the family's bills, rent, groceries, or employment (little freeloaders!), cats are the glowing, glitter glue that binds together the broken pieces of the world and brings us all together. 

Whether you're chuckling at a 20-year-old video of a striped cat playing the piano, scrolling through cat memes in the bathroom, or taking pictures of friendly stray cats on the snowy street, cats always find a way to bring joy into our human lives.