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23 Photos That Prove How Cats Easily Get Jealous When They Are Not Under The Spotlight

Sophia
by Sophia
3 Nov 2021

It's not uncommon to know that cats can be quite territorial and aloof most of the time. If you have a pet cat, then you most likely know how they awkwardly do things as a way to communicate and express their feelings.

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Personifying an animal's emotions is one of the most amusing things pet owners do. While we may not truly know what our pets are feeling, their behaviors and crazed eyes may suggest otherwise.

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Cats are not as easy to read as dogs, though, so it might be a bit of a challenge to figure out what's really on their minds. However, these poker faces are still sometimes adorably affectionate and clingy, and they always want to be at their owner's center of attention.

Just like most of us, they can get very jealous when they are excluded or suddenly placed in an unfamiliar environment. A sudden change in their routines may also cause aggression and jealousy, as they may feel like you are not spending as much time with them anymore.

What you are about to see is a series of photos of cats who are trying to play it cool but are failing to hide their jealousy. They all look so adorably amusing that it's almost impossible to believe they are sometimes not the center of attention at all!

1. That look of disgust.

What would you do if you just woke up from your nap and found another kitty stealing your mama by snuggling in her lap?

1. That look of disgust.
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2. Just this adorable kitty waiting for his turn to play with Meowma.

The kitty sure looks upset about how much attention her brother is getting.

2. Just this adorable kitty waiting for his turn to play with Meowma.
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3. Watching his brother get all the attention while he can't do anything about it.

The brother is sick, but that doesn't mean he's not jealous at all!

3. Watching his brother get all the attention while he can't do anything about it.
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4. When the owner keeps bringing new cats home.

Too much competition.

4. When the owner keeps bringing new cats home.
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5. She's in disbelief.

Her mommy met her little brother today, and she was NOT happy.

5. She's in disbelief.
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6. ...but someone insists that he is more photogenic.

6. ...but someone insists that he is more photogenic.
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7. When you can't believe they let you switch places.

"But I'm always at the front!"

7. When you can't believe they let you switch places.
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8. Cat tower dilemma.

"How dare you steal my spot!"

8. Cat tower dilemma.
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9. Even books have no escape.

No reading. Just meowing.

9. Even books have no escape.
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10. When you try to capture a photo of your dog...

10. When you try to capture a photo of your dog...
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11. She seems to notice that she isn't getting any good pictures because her mommy is too occupied with her brother...

"I deserve to be posted, too!"

11. She seems to notice that she isn't getting any good pictures because her mommy is too occupied with her brother...
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12. Always there to remind us who's the real baby here.

Well, she got here first!

12. Always there to remind us who's the real baby here.
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13. Nala trying to play it cool even when her mommy is playing with another cat.

That stone-cold stare says it all.

13. Nala trying to play it cool even when her mommy is playing with another cat.
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14. Sniffing the traces of another animal.

You better not be cheating on me.

14. Sniffing the traces of another animal.
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15. She just broke her sister's favorite toy.

And by the looks of it, she's not sorry at all.

15. She just broke her sister's favorite toy.
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16. Traitor!

While the owner may have a different cat on her shirt, her kitty never fails to show everyone who the real star is.

16. Traitor!
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How adorable are they? Cats are truly one of a kind, and they make our lives a little bit better and brighter!

Which photo was your favorite? Comment below, or share this collection with your family and friends!

17. The owner's grandnephew came for a quick visit—and Ajax looks confused.

He thought he was the only baby here.

17. The owner's grandnephew came for a quick visit—and Ajax looks confused.
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18. Another stolen lap situation.

Kropka's planning something. Be careful!

18. Another stolen lap situation.
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19. The owner set up a cage for a dog, and the kitty immediately occupied it.

"I'm the only guest in this house."

19. The owner set up a cage for a dog, and the kitty immediately occupied it.
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20. The look of sheer disgust when another furry baby is brought home.

Not another one again. Hmp!

20. The look of sheer disgust when another furry baby is brought home.
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21. Flame the cat always gives Lovey THIS look when they are taking turns cuddling with their mom.

Peer pressure.

21. Flame the cat always gives Lovey THIS look when they are taking turns cuddling with their mom.
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22. When you call him the wrong name.

Chester was just called "Georgie," and he is NOT having it.

22. When you call him the wrong name.
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23. When someone steals your favorite spot.

Eddie stole mommy's lap, and Mookie looks so annoyed!

23. When someone steals your favorite spot.
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24. Just hanging out.

Death stare again.

24. Just hanging out.
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It's no secret that cats can give you death stares that can bore holes into your head, but that's just how they express how truly important you are to them! After all, they wouldn't be this jealous if they didn't care enough about your relationship.

Comment with your thoughts, or share this article with your family and friends who can definitely relate to these scenarios!

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