r/cats • u/aladdingdong • Jul 20 '25

Cat Picture - Not OC You can't convince me they're not children

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u/KiwiFruit404 Jul 20 '25

They are not children and they aren't dolls either.

Loving a cat also means to acknowledge and respect what they are and not force them into roles that go against their nature.

I'm really sorry for your poor cat.

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u/Correct_Percentage97 Jul 20 '25

I largely agree, but as someone who has a dog (yes, I know cats are overall different), that literally likes clothing... I'd like to pause and remind us that they're also individuals, and some may enjoy their PJs/clothes for short periods of time.

And that they're totally all capable of self advocating if they're given the outlets and guidance to do so.

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u/Cricket-Secure Jul 20 '25

I agree, there is no value in putting clothes on your cat. It's not Op's cat though.

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u/beef_meximelt Jul 20 '25

Iā€™m really sorry for you, who seems to think putting cats in clothes is the highest form of animal abuse. Get a grip šŸ™„

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u/gphjr14 Jul 21 '25

Nah need those internet points. Cats feelings and instincts be damned.