Cats don’t care about your Christmas decor – unless it’s as a toy or a nice place to nap. The only Christmas miracle they recognize is that they let you bask in their presence for yet another day.
Whether it’s an outdoor nativity scene (some of which are just too alluring to cold cats) or an indoor display, these 75 cats decided to co-opt the local manger and insert themselves into the Christmas story.
From displacing baby Jesus to becoming for the 4th wise man, they have no shame when it comes to crashing your crèche.
1. Needs more explosions
Maybe things will get interesting when that little drummer boy shows up.
2. Bask in my glory
Actually, it looks like he’s standing in for Joseph in this scene.
Maybe that’s why he looks a little miffed at his lack of attention.
3. The camel was my favorite character
He’s perfectly happy to hang in the back with the rest of the animals.
4. Let me know when it gets interesting
It looks like this cat is waiting until a wiseman stops by with something edible.
5. Bow down, peasants
Do you think he’s under the cat?
6. This seat is taken
To be fair, it looks like a great place for a cat nap!
7. What’s this story about again?
Good luck (re)assembling that scene now the that cat knows it’s a comfy place to chill on a cold winter’s night.
8. God complex
Move along, guys. Maybe try the next town over.
9. He fits right in
10. Joseph, you are NOT the father
The dude already has to raise another guy’s baby – give him a break already.
11. Not having it
First, why the jewelry displayed around Jesus?
Second, what’s up with Mary already wearing a crucifix? Jesus is still a baby.
12. Sorry, we’re full
This manger is taken.
13. What are you lookin’ at?
But he looks pretty unimpressed by the gifts of the three wisemen.
14. Eviction
Clearly he’s not concerned about the religious implications of slapping away Mary and Joseph.
15. Manger danger
It’s going to be an even longer walk in the desert now before Mary can give birth, ‘cuz it ain’t happening here.
16. And, lo, it was good
Clearly he doesn’t trust the lamb to be the only animal on the scene.
17. Religious persecution
Clearly he’s not worried about Santa’s naughty list either.
18. Away in a manger
But he’s definitely adding something a little extra to this simple scene.
19. Looking down from above
But, hey, the Lord works in mysterious ways.
20. The shock of the miraculous
What were they expecting?
21. All-seeing
We have one guess as to who stole him.
22. Should have used hay
The wise men look a little taken aback, but it’s only because they’re at the wrong manger. We told you it was the one to the right of the cat, guys!
23. Your own personal Jesus
Now we know why Mary and Joseph got turned away so many times.
24. What child is this?
This kitten just wants to behold the miracle like everyone else.
25. In formation
Two are asleep on the hay while one would rather hang out with the donkeys.
At least he’s all lined up so no one will suspect anything is off.
26. There can only be one
Nevermind that ancient Israel probably had no cats. We’re updating this story for the 21st century.
27. Oh come let you adore me
Alas, he looks unimpressed by his gifts.
28. Chestnuts roasting
But since everyone looks a bit hairy in this manger, he or she fits right in.
29. Lord help us all
We don’t know what happened to the family, but it looks like God’s messengers are going to have a lot of explaining to do when they get back to Heaven.
30. The warm glow of Christmas
For now there is no room at the inn. Again.
31. You shall not pass
This is an exclusive club.
32. Behold, the mew-icle
I was told there would be people here to worship me.
33. Agnosticat
And you don’t even worship cats?
What kind of weird religion is this?
34. Furry security
He wants to make sure that frankincense is authentic.
35. Angelic
Or maybe this is the wiseman that brought the puur…oh, we mean myrrh.
36. A Catzilla Christmas
But, hey, at least this means the ornaments are safe – for now.
37. I just saw a miracle!
But she looks like she came out a believer.
38. Welcome to my manger
Little did you know that gifts were gold, frankincense, and fur.
39. Do I fit in this story?
We’re not sure if this cat fits, but we’re pretty sure it’s committed to its sits.
40. You take the floor
And even if he does, it appears there’s no apology forthcoming.
41. Sentinel
When the wisemen show up, let’s hope they brought treats.
42. What child is this?!
Do you think Jesus is ever getting his manger back?
43. Nothing to see here
Maybe try the next stable. This one is cats only.
44. Away in a manger
That’s because there’s no baby here.
45. When’s Christmas dinner?
Is there a Christmas ham in the Bible?
46. Holy infant so tender and wild
But, hey, if the donkeys are allowed, why not the resident feline?
47. Mary, did you know?
Guess not, since she seems to be minding the sheep instead.
48. Incompetent angel
Or do cats outrank angels?
49. The real star of Bethlehem
Mary and Joseph got quite a shock when they saw her baby.
50. Good tidings
51. Part II
But it’s still not beginnig to look a whole lot like Christmas.
52. Where’s the line to see Jesus?
And you better have brought a good gift. We’re full up on myrrh.
53. Feline festivities
They’re just holly, jolly bookends.
54. My parents are blasphemers
He looks pretty shocked by their questionable taste in Christmas decor.
55. White Christmas
And it looks like the snow really piled up on that manger.
56. Did no one bring me gifts?
And this party doesn’t even have any snacks.
57. God rest ye merry gentleman
58. Hark the herald angels sing
59. Oh come, all ye faithful
And pet me while you’re at it too.
60. Baby, it’s cold outside
And we’re supposed to be kind to all of God’s creatures, so why not let them stay?
61. It’s beginning to look a lot like…the apocalypse
At least Mary and Jesus made out ok.
62. Layed down his sweet head
So they just laid down in the middle of it.
63. The perfect Christmas card
And we have to admit it’s pretty darn funny.
64. Bah humbug
Maybe that’s because there are no presents under the tree.
65. Well, this is about to end badly
Sorry, Mary!
66. Alternative Christmas
Spoiler alert: it involves a feline savior.
67. What are you looking at, wiseman?
To be fair, their gifts were a little…alternative.
68. Showdown at the manger
Go home.
69. Ruh roh
That’s what happens when you use the fluffy stuff to stage your nativity scene.
70. Thanks for the toys, mom
A plush nativity under the tree where the cat likes to sit?
How did you think this would turn out?
71. Center of attention
Is this a cat or a human conspiracy?
72. You better watch out
But we suspect he’ll give it a try at some point if the other slides are anything to go by.
73. I love you, baby Jesus
Maybe this little love just really likes Christmas.
74. A family affair
Looks like someone couldn’t take a hint that there was no room at the inn.
75. Christmas butt
Looks like the wise men are gazing upon its behind.
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