These Cats Would Rather Hug A Stuffed Toy Than Deal With The World

These cats know the struggle is real. When faced with the choice of dealing with the real world and all of its stressors, they’d far prefer to snuggle up with their favorite teddy and just check out.

Can you blame them? This world is a crazy place! Who amongst us wouldn’t like to take a step back from that entire box of spilled cereal that the kids are currently blaming each other for contributing to your kitchen floor, cozy up with a soft, plush toy and forget all of your woes? It’s basically the cat equivalent of sticking your fingers in your ears and saying, “la la la la.”

Actually, there’s a pretty easily explained physiological reason for it. Kittens are unable to regulate their own body temperature until three weeks of age, requiring them to cozy up to their mothers for warmth. After they mature, the habit of getting up close and personal is pretty ingrained for gathering comfort. Cats who’ve been socialized early will turn to their human friends, the other animals in the house and, obviously, cheerful children’s toys to satisfy their canoodling needs. All of those options yield so much win.

It’s pretty safe to say that we’re never going to stop gushing over these sweeties squeezing their fluffy friends. Now, if you’ll excuse us, we’ve gotta go take a page out of their book and pretend that the check engine light didn’t blink on during our commute home. (Disclaimer: we aren’t serious, don’t ignore standard car maintenance).

“You don’t believe in Climate change? I’m just going to hug my stuffy and pretend you’re not here anymore.”

“Drift off to sleep with me my squishy, we will forget about things like Kardashians and Housewives of various cities.”

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“Zzzzzz….<snort> stop landing in my yard…zzzzzz…”

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“There, there Teddy, I won’t let that silly doggy slobber on you anymore. From here on out, you’re ALL mine.”

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“It’s just you and me Mr. Polar Bear. Together, we will rule the world…right after our nap.”

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“I see you human. I know you’re the one that pointed that laser at the wall. I know LOTS of things….”

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“I feel very safe with you, Major. If you’re good enough to guard the queen, you’re good enough for me.”

Catster

What do you call a cat, hugging a cat, who’s hugging a cat? Darling. That’s what you call that.

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“Psst. I know where the catnip is. We’ll nibble some later. Nighty night for now.”

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“Back away from the bear and no one gets hurt.”

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The only word capable of describing this level of cute is a half, “awww” half squeal that, at this point, has no generally accepted spelling in the English language. 

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Don’t worry, if pictures of this phenomenon of fabulousness aren’t enough, here’s a couple action packed minutes of epic embracing. No need to thank us, that’s what we’re here for.

Lead Image Credit: Imgur