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10 Graduate Research Acknowledgements That Prove That Cats Are Man’s Biggest Supporters

Jesse
by Jesse
5 Jul 2022

Graduate school can be exhausting, but these cat lovers had a little extra comfort waiting at home. Between long research hours, deadlines, and all the stress that comes with a master’s degree, their pets ended up becoming part of the story.

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In these acknowledgements, students made sure their cats got credit for the emotional support, company, and chaos they brought along the way. The result is a surprisingly sweet collection of tributes that shows just how much a furry companion can matter during a tough academic journey.

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Here are the cats who earned a place in the final pages, and a little bit of internet fame too.

1. We love ourselves a big ‘ole cat supporter!

It was only the right thing to do. How could she leave her biggest supporter off the acknowledgments? Impossible!

1. We love ourselves a big ‘ole cat supporter!
@DrSamiSchalk
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Some cats really do deserve honorary degrees.

2. Matisse isn’t about to leave any research project undone

“Get to it, right now. I did one before, and it didn’t take this much time!”

2. Matisse isn’t about to leave any research project undone
@boomgoesd

3. The most fabulous cat who ever lived

We want some of that belly-rubbing action too.

3. The most fabulous cat who ever lived
@Grace_LDW

4. Cats deserve all the appreciation too

"Let's hear it for the cats, our unappreciated human companions."

4. Cats deserve all the appreciation too
@Djofull

That kind of loyalty is hard to ignore.

Still not satisfied, even after this? you won’t be able to resist these adorable cat photos.

5. This kitty decided to help out with some research

“We had a long one today. Thankfully, we’re almost done. Can you see the benefits of not procrastinating?”

5. This kitty decided to help out with some research
@katerina0527

6. Number one supporter and biggest fan

Cats support their owners even when humans are nowhere to be found.

6. Number one supporter and biggest fan
@derozin_steffie

7. Nala has been there through thick and thin

She deserves all the praise in the world.

7. Nala has been there through thick and thin
@Holli_C_Herron

These acknowledgements are doing a lot of heavy lifting.

8. Pets are touching the lives of graduate students

8. Pets are touching the lives of graduate students
@Ringwraith10

9. If they could speak, they'd have a whole lot to say

9. If they could speak, they'd have a whole lot to say
@ap_sullivan

10. In loving memory

18 years of loyalty and support from this legendary kitty. He deserves all the appreciation she can give.

10. In loving memory
@selena_lion27

We hope you enjoyed reading this as much as these master’s students enjoyed having their cats around.

If you are considering getting a master’s degree, the good news is you can get a cat to ease some of that stress. Even if you decide not to get one, there’s nothing wrong with enjoying the company of these perfect animals. 

Has your cat ever supported you through challenging times? Don’t hesitate to tell us all about it in the comment section!

Want more cat chaos? Check out why cats own the internet.

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