If there’s one thing cats love, it’s finding places to hide. Well, that’s not the only thing cats love. They love all sorts of things, including chasing lasers, running crazily from room to room, and taking naps.
But they also love finding hiding places. Cats are hunters by nature, which means they enjoy being able to observe everything around them while being safely hidden. On top of that, those covert spaces are perfect for taking a nap. Remember, cats sleep as much as 16 hours a day!
Every cat owner knows that cats love finding these places where they can blend in. In fact, people might want to check under furniture, on shelves, or behind curtains to make sure they’re not being watched. It’s just a part of their nature. Yes, it’s weird, but it’s also endearing. We can’t help but love them for it.
But sometimes, cats find the perfect hiding spot by pure accident. In these moments, it’s twice as hilarious. They might blend in with the color of furniture or find the smallest corner to cram themselves into. During these times, there’s nothing to do but pull out your camera and snap a photo of your furry friend.
1. Does art imitate life or vice versa?
This cat probably didn’t intend to, but he just happened to choose the perfect hiding place. Or maybe he knew he would blend in perfectly with this orange cat who looks just like him. Either way, it’s enough to make you do a double-take!
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2. Watch your step
This beautiful tortoiseshell cat blends in perfectly with the pattern on the carpeted stairs. Maybe its owner is a big fan of autumn, as well as themed cats and carpeting.
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3. “To enjoy the couch, you must be the couch”
This little cat is enjoying a nap, but it could accidentally get disturbed if someone sits on it! You might be comfortable little kitty, but you’re in a dangerous position.
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4. Whoever turns the water on will get a surprise
Cats are known for their flexibility and their love of tight spaces, so it’s no surprise that this little kitty thought the bathroom sink was a good place to snooze. But the nap might come to an abrupt end if someone needs to wash their hands.
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5. Pristine fur and sheets
This beautiful white cat found the ideal spot: right in the middle of the bed on the clean white sheets. The good news is that if it sheds, it won’t be obvious. It’s a perfect system.
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6. A cow, a cat, or a blanket?
Unless this cat moves suddenly, you might not realize he’s there. Someone might want to tell his owners to get a new blanket so they don’t step on their kitty.
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Daily News Dig
7. Where does the cat end and the bear begin?
Everyone has experienced cuddling with a comfortable, cushy stuffed animal, but this little cat is taking it to the next level. The rest of us can only dream of being this cozy.
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Daily News Dig
8. Cats on cats on cats on cats
Which came first, the kitty or the rug? This cat seems to know that he matches the felines on the floor. Side note, that rug is amazing and I want it — I don’t even have a black cat.
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9. Natural camouflage at work
This guy might not be a house cat, but he still has the camouflage game down. That natural evolutionary advantage is working perfectly, making him barely visible in the tall golden grass.
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Daily News Dig
10. They’re both so fluffy
This little cat is blending right in with the shaggy gray rug, but now that we’ve spotted him, we can’t help but think about scooping him up to cuddle. Initiating nap disturbance in 3…2…1…
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11. He’s got the perfect autumn look
This cat would be pretty visible on a lawn of green grass or on snowbank, but in autumn, he blends in perfectly with the fallen leaves. I wonder if his name is Pumpkin.
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12. Look, a cow! I mean, a cat!
There’s nothing better than a soft, comfortable rug. But I don’t think most rugs have big yellow eyes. If you’re not careful where you step, you might get a leg full of claws.
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13. They both look like velvet
This cat doesn’t just match the blanket in color. It also matches the velvety texture and slight sheen. They’re both beautiful.
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14. Woodland kitty is watching you
Who would’ve thought that a tortoiseshell would blend in so well with the colors of fall? The shades of brown and black mimic the leaves and shadows on the ground.
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15. This cat is an optical illusion
On the chair, this beautiful cat is almost an optical illusion. You might have to do a double-take to see where chair ends and kitty begins!
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16. Be careful where you sit
This cat doesn’t just match the color of the couch, but also that fluffy texture. Hopefully, everyone in the house looks before they sit or there might be a disaster.
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17. Autumn is everyone’s favorite season
Everyone loves autumn, even this beautiful cat that’s enjoying the fallen leaves. Its orange fur is full of vibrant fall colors.
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18. That’s not a handhold
If you’re planning on taking a hike on this rock face, be careful where you climb. You could end up grabbing a handful of fur. This wild cat blends in with the cliff face so well that he’s hard to see.
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19. It’s his tree — can’t you tell?
When it comes to claiming territory, animals rely on instinct. Often domestic cats have several acres they consider “theirs.” This cat staked a claim on this tree, and no wonder — it’s the perfect place to hide!
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20. Who doesn’t love playing in fallen leaves?
Here’s yet another cat that found a hiding place in some autumn colors. Although he doesn’t match perfectly, his orange patches blend in beautifully with the fallen leaves.
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21. The perfect place for a group nap
At first glance, all you might see here is a fluffy gray rug. At second glance, you might spy the first cat taking a snooze there. But wait, two identical cats are enjoying a fluffy napping spot!
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22. You can’t hide from your crimes
Every cat owner knows that cats love tearing apart toilet paper, but this one took it to the next level. Why just shred toilet paper when you can climb inside the package and make a hiding place?
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23. Could I have some privacy?
This cat found an excellent hiding place for a black cat like himself. If I were his owner, I think I’d be checking the shower every time I went into the bathroom just to make sure I wasn’t being watched.
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Daily News Dig
24. It has my name on it
Was there ever a bed more intended for a cat? This spotted cat matches the leopard print on this pillow to a tee. If you doubt it belongs to him, just check out his smug expression.
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Daily News Dig
25. You should have chosen a different floor…
…or maybe a different cat! This kitty might not match that floor pattern exactly, but he’s got the same coloring. I get the feeling he enjoys being able to blend in.
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Daily News Dig
26. Just one of the gang
If you casually glance at this group of stuffed animals, at first, you might not notice an extra pair of eyes. It’s not until they blink that you realize one of these things doesn’t belong!
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Daily News Dig
27. Napping in a dangerous spot
This kitten is enjoying an undisturbed nap in full camouflage. He’s positioned his spotted belly so it blends in with the blanket! Now he knows he can finally nap in peace without being interrupted.
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Daily News Dig
28. It’s all black and white to me
This cat is living in the lap of luxury — or at least in the pillow of it. He knows he’s pretty well camouflaged, which means he can enjoy a nap without being bothered, unless someone sits on him, of course.
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Daily News Dig
29. You’re being watched
f you share a house with a cat, you probably know there are times when it can get a little creepy. You don’t always know you’re being watched until you notice those glowing eyes.
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30. Hey, wait for a second
At first glance, you might be thinking, “That cat isn’t that good at camouflage.” Then you notice there are two cats in this picture! They’ve coordinated their sleeping spots to the color of their fur.
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31. He must be a sports fan
This cat is doing a very convincing interpretation of a soccer ball. I wonder who he’s going to root for in the upcoming World Cup. My money is on Qatar. (Get it — CAT-ar?)
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32. The floor is moving
A black and white tile floor creates a retro look that some people love. But if you want an old kitchen design, you might not want to get a black and white cat — unless you don’t mind tripping a lot!
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33. I’m watching you work
Cats have perfected the silent stare — they can sit for hours without making a sound. Of course, if you have a kitty who likes to blend in, you might not know how long you’re being watched.
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34. It’s mine — it has my fur on it
Animal print clothes and blankets aren’t everyone’s style, but this little cat seems to be enjoying the style! Cats see everything as theirs. This is basically like having his name on it!
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35. Faceplant camouflage
Sometimes, the only thing that gives camouflaged cats away is the glowing eyes peeking out at you. But that won’t help you with this cat. He was so tired, he did a belly flop right into the blanket.
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36. We call this the “two-for-one”
They say that cats and dogs are natural enemies, but these two are challenging the stereotype. This dog doesn’t mind giving his feline friend a bed AND a hiding spot. They probably think they’re twins.
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37. Have you ever been this comfortable?
Who wouldn’t be super cozy in a bed like this? The little guy has a dark room, a fluffy blanket, and a great hiding place so he won’t be disturbed. That sounds like heaven for cats (and people, too).
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Passion-animaux
38. You okay, kitty?
At first glance, it’s not entirely clear where the cat’s body ends. It gives the illusion the kitty had an accident and is now flat as a pancake.
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Reddit/AhmedElsisy
39. What happened to the chair?
Something really weird would’ve had to happen to break a chair in this exact pattern. It’s like in old cartoons where characters knock through walls and leave a perfect outline of their body.
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40. “I am Groot!”
This little guy probably gave passersby a shock. He was chilling by the roots of this tree, blending in with the color of the bark. Do some trees have big green eyes?
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Reddit/thisdodobird
41. How to nap undisturbed: expert level
If you spent several fruitless minutes trying to find the cat in this picture, you’re not alone. He found the perfect place for his nap. Take another look at the second log from the top.
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Reddit/g4rretc
42. “I’m going on an adventure!”
This cat almost got into a seriously messy situation when he decided to take a snooze in this garbage can. Due to his dark color, his owner almost bagged him up along with the trash.
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43. Nothing to see here except a normal dog
While these animal friends don’t blend perfectly, they’re close enough that it takes a couple of minutes to notice there’s a second face. It’s nice to see dogs and cats being friends!
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Reddit/LAN-down-under
44. This cat is in danger
This cat matches the floor so closely that you almost don’t notice him at all. Now he can hide in plain sight and jump out at his owners to his heart’s content!
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45. You might want to renovate
When these people adopted this beautiful tortoiseshell cat, they didn’t consider that their bathroom floor also had a tortoiseshell pattern. Since cats like to hide, this might just become her favorite room in the house!
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46. Friends look out for each other
Talk about being best buds. This dog and tiny kitten might be completely different in size, but that doesn’t mean they don’t get along. In fact, they love to snuggle up together for a nap!
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47. This is his house
Looking at this cat, you’d never say he has a brick pattern on his fur. But with the stripes and his coloring, he almost matches those weathered bricks on the house.
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Reddit/smonkdude
48. The most dangerous step in the world
When your cat matches your stairs this well, you need to be very, very careful where you step. It would stink to fall down a flight of stairs while being scratched to death.
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49. Walk very carefully
This cat’s fur has a subtle variation of white and gray that matches the floor pattern so well that it might as well be invisible. You just have to watch out for a flash of whiskers or eyes.
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Reddit/LouBlackwood
50. We call this “Peter Panning”
Initially, it looks like this white cat is casting a very strong shadow. But it turns out there’s a second cat that’s doing a very convincing imitation.
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51. One of these things is not like the other
If I had a black kitten and three black cat statues, I’d be thrilled if the cat decided to sit with them. Seriously, I would run for my camera so fast.
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52. How many animals do you see?
It looks like this sweet dog is enjoying a solo snooze on the chair, but if you look closely, you’ll notice he’s not alone at all. He has a small stowaway who enjoys relaxing on his belly!
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53. How to give your owner a heart attack
This cat owner said they spent a while looking for their cat before finally realizing it was sitting in front of the television. The cat, of course, was watching them search without comment.
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54. Boo
Did you have to search awhile to find the cat in this picture? You’re not alone. He’s an expert in the art of camouflage or maybe we should say cat-mouflage.
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Imgur/kinderthanmost
55. It’s cute and terrifying at the same time
If you get a black cat and a black rug, you might find yourself in situations like this. It’s not too bad unless you’ve just woken up or had a couple of drinks.
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56. Your shirt is looking kind of smug
This cat isn’t too hard to notice since he has a paw draped over his human’s arm. But the thing that gives him away is that single gleaming eye peering out from the blackness.
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57. It was almost a disaster
This cat owner couldn’t find their kitty anywhere and was becoming desperate. As they headed into the closet to grab a coat, they spotted a stowaway. Here’s a hint: look in the bag on the shelf.
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58. The beds have eyes
If you have a cat that matches your bedspread, you might want to look before you lay down. Otherwise, you could find yourself using a very angry feline as a pillow.
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59. There are two cats in this picture
Wait for a second, that cat isn’t camouflaged. He doesn’t match the rug on the floor and he’s standing in plain sight in front of the camera. Did you notice the second cat yet?
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60. Is…is he okay?
Looking at this photo, I imagine this cat thought he was finding a pretty cool hiding place, but then realized he was stuck. Like any cat owner, his human decided to take a picture before lending a hand.
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61. This could’ve ended badly
Am I a horrible person for laughing at this? I know it wouldn’t be funny if they had actually set their cat on fire, but it is interesting to see a real-world example of “Curiosity killed the cat.”
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Reddit/ShirePony
62. It’s the perfect disguise
What’s the perfect place to hide? In plain sight, of course! This cat knew all about its owner’s cat-themed blanket and decided to try to blend in with all the other felines.
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Instagram/hotontherockz
63. No wonder he loves Halloween
This black kitty must look forward to autumn and the arrival of the black cat blanket. He’s a little fluffier than the rest of them, but he’s still part of the gang!
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64. Not that one, the other one!
When you first see this, it looks like a photo of a single cat. But look a little closer and you’ll realize there are two cats, one blending a little better than the other!
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65. This cat is a champion
This guy wasn’t a fan of his visit to the vet so he took shelter in the best hiding place he could find. Unfortunately, he didn’t account for his ears, so we’ll have to dock him a few points for that.
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Reddit/SavvyLY
66. Nice try, Duncan
This chubby kitty is named Duncan. He enjoys eating lots of cat food and snuggling up on this blanket that almost matches his shiny brown fur perfectly.
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Instagram/stefokay
67. You’re not alone
Oh, did you think you were alone in the kitchen? The joke’s on you! You’re never alone while the cat watches from the closet, ever vigilant.
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Instagram/malimobymomo
68. If looks could kill
This cat was relaxing among his stuffed animal friends and he doesn’t look happy that his owner discovered him. I almost expect lasers to shoot out of his eyes.
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69. I am laundry
Cats will nap just about anywhere and dirty laundry is no exception. This little guy found a comfortable, private place to sleep that also offered prime camouflage.
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Instagram/ltlindian2
70. Go away
This guy is trying to take a nap so he doesn’t appreciate you taking the camera out. You match a blanket one time and suddenly everyone’s a photographer.
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