If you own a cat, you know they’re not particularly subtle about asking for attention. Sure, they like to pretend they are. Cats are dignified, so they play like it’s a coincidence they’re walking on your face. But we can see through all those games, and we know that they’re attention hogs.
Whenever their owners are doing anything, cats want to be right in the thick of the action. Have you ever tried playing a board game as a cat owner? It is only a matter of time before your kitty meanders over and lays down on the board, knocking all the pieces aside. They don’t care what destruction they cause. They just want to be where you are.
And when it comes to reading …well, you see a time to relax with a book. To a cat, you’re not occupied, and that empty lap means you’re ready to snuggle. And if you’re not? Well, you should be.
Simply put, forget everything else. You should always be ready to snuggle with a feline friend. At least, that’s what they think. Here are 45 cats, determined to interrupt their owners’ reading time.
Every time his owner takes a book out, Watson the cat needs to chomp it. We’ll never know why he has a vendetta against books.
2. Why you fail your tests
You should always take pictures like this to show your teachers. That way when you fail your tests, they’ll know you had an excuse.
Who could focus on studying when this little cutie’s vying for attention? Petting a kitten is more fun than cramming for a test.
This handsome cat declared it’s time to stop studying. And how could you possibly tell him no?
This kitty doesn’t want to interrupt your reading. It’s more like she just wants to see what you’re up to.
6. “Shh, this is the best part”
We don’t judge a cat for getting into the Harry Potter fandom. After all, if we enjoyed it, why wouldn’t they?
7. Priorities, priorities
This cat is offering a choice: either you pet him or you keep reading your book. Let’s hope you choose carefully.
8. Who knew cats could read?
Isn’t it nice when you and your cat have the same taste in books? You can read together — just be sure to turn the pages slowly.
9. He’s not a fan of the series
Starbuck the cat is making his feelings about reading pretty clear. Or maybe he’s trying to determine if the book’s to his “taste.”
We get the popularity of the Game of Thrones series, but this kitten might just be cute enough to distract you from it. It’s not a dragon, but it thinks it is.
When you want attention, all you have to do is put yourself directly between the screen and your owner. If you’re a kitten, that is.
This cat is the kind your teachers warned you about. You know, the kind that thinks studying is lame and you should quit school. For snuggles, of course.
13. You weren’t busy, right?
Cats have a way of demanding your attention no matter what you’re doing. If all else fails, a headbutt should do the trick.
This cat mastered the art of placing a single paw out to tell its owner to stop. Enough with all this reading, human. It’s time for my dinner.
Kitty doesn’t think much of her owner’s love of reading. If she could fry him on the spot with those eyes, she’d do it.
16. Breaking news: the cat’s hungry
Sometimes, it’s nice to sit down and catch up on the day’s stories the old-fashioned way. Unless you have a cat, in which case you only get to read part of each page.
17. “This is getting good”
Not all cats dislike reading. Some enjoy catching up on a book with their owner. You just have to slow down and wait to turn the page.
18. Pay. Attention. To. Me.
They say cats are too dignified to beg, but any pet owner would probably disagree. This cat is making a pretty direct plea for attention.
This cat is taking advantage of an impressive reach to cover up his owner’s textbook. What’s more important — getting an education or spending time with your best furry friend?
20. The picture of innocence
Look at this guy, sitting so innocently on the textbook. He’s convincing me he just HAPPENED to sit down on the page.
21. The only headline you need
Look, do you want to read the news or do you want to snuggle with your favorite cat? Oh, and while you’re at it, her food dish is getting low.
22. “Why didn’t you study?”
This cat is making an impressive bid for attention, and frankly, we can’t blame him. Calculus is boring and playing with cats is better.
When all else fails and your owner just won’t pay attention to you, don’t be above knocking things off the table. A cat has to do what a cat has to do.
24. “You got some of these wrong”
Was this cat a disapproving classroom teacher in another life? She nailed that look. You know, she’s not angry, she’s just disappointed.
These cats are making it impossible to study by fighting right on top of the textbook. It’s pretty bad behavior, and it’s completely deliberate.
26. Who could resist such a cutie?
They say the ideal study environment is distraction-free so you can focus on your course material. There’s a reason why they don’t recommend including a kitten.
Oscar the cat is highly offended by the presence of reading material. Whenever his owner takes out a book, he takes out the fangs.
28. Can’t a cat read in peace?
This cat has the expression I wear when I’m trying to read and everyone keeps interrupting me. Of course, he’s probably blocking his owner’s view on purpose.
This kitty doesn’t have much respect for world history. She’s much more interested in the future — such as when dinner will arrive.
30. A good place for a nap
Cats always want to be right in the middle of everything — as long as you’re there, they’re there. That means wherever you’re reading is the perfect place to take a nap.
31. You can’t resist the fluff
Especially fluffy cats have the perfect plan for interrupting their humans’ reading: just park right in front of the book. That’s it. Just let the fluff do its thing.
32. Why aren’t you petting her?
The Hunger Games trilogy is great, but is it worth ignoring this cutie? Your book will be there later. Who are we kidding? So, will she.
Every cat has a strategy for interrupting reading. Some lay across the pages, some try to look extra cute, and some, like this one, try outright intimidation.
34. “You weren’t using this, right?”
This cat isn’t just interrupting reading, but writing, too. It’s a classic double-hitter: lay on the book while you bite the pen.
35. “I’m way more interesting than this”
We get it, cat, you want to be petted. Isn’t it amazing how they manage to express themselves without ever saying a word?
36. No respect for classics
Rebecca is a great book, and it’s a classic for a reason. However, it’s not everyone’s cup of tea. I guess this cat isn’t a fan of the thriller genre.
As technology advances and “reading” takes on new meanings, cats have to find new ways to interrupt it. No laying on books for this kitty…she’s perfected the “peekaboo around the screen” move.
In some amazing irony, this cat decided to interrupt his owner’s reading of an article about cats interrupting reading. Hey, can cats read?
This might just be the cutest little bookmark I’ve ever seen. I’ve heard of dog-earing pages, but what about cat-tailing them?
40. “I could eat this pen”
You decide — is the cat trying to solve the math problems, or is he contemplating chewing on the pen? We might never know.
41. Stop studying and pet the cat
When you’re old, will you regret you spent too much time petting your cat? That’s all this feline wants you to think about.
Cats might not be able to talk, but they still know how to get their point across. I’m not sure, but I think this one wants you to pay attention to him.
43. Wouldn’t you rather be snuggling?
This cat’s strategy is to look so cute you just can’t resist snuggling her. It’s pretty effective, don’t you think?
When all else fails, just block the book with your entire head. It’s a last-ditch attempt, but it’s pretty effective.
45. “These letters are upside down”
This cat has perfected a look of such wistful sadness that you just can’t resist. His little cat heart is breaking while you ignore him.
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If you own a cat, you know they’re not particularly subtle about asking for attention. Sure, they like to pretend they are. Cats are dignified, so they play like it’s a coincidence they’re walking on your face. But we can see through all those games, and we know that they’re attention hogs.
Whenever their owners are doing anything, cats want to be right in the thick of the action. Have you ever tried playing a board game as a cat owner? It is only a matter of time before your kitty meanders over and lays down on the board, knocking all the pieces aside. They don’t care what destruction they cause. They just want to be where you are.
And when it comes to reading …well, you see a time to relax with a book. To a cat, you’re not occupied, and that empty lap means you’re ready to snuggle. And if you’re not? Well, you should be.
Simply put, forget everything else. You should always be ready to snuggle with a feline friend. At least, that’s what they think. Here are 45 cats, determined to interrupt their owners’ reading time.
