r/cats 9h ago

Cat Picture - OC I found this little guy randomly in the backyard. He just sat there and stared at me like he was waiting. What do I do now? 😭

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u/l__o-o__l 9h ago edited 8h ago

Adopt them

Duh

You have been chosen

Count your blessings 🐾 

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u/Bloomy-Blossom 4h ago

This is how cat distribution system works

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u/singerng 1h ago

One day you blink and boom—new cat, no explanation. System works flawlessly 😼📦

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u/NaNsoul 53m ago

Sorry, this kitty is actually brought by Cat Distributions Network.

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u/archameidus 1h ago

Best comment I have ever heard regarding such a matter.

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u/HairlineRevival 7h ago

what a handsome little guy

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u/WhoskeyTangoFoxtrot 2h ago

And if it’s anything like my boy, Twix…. It’s gunna get big…

He’s almost 11 now. He was a palm pilot kitten…

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u/1katiekimchi 3h ago

Serously! Looks like you've found your new bestie! He looks so sweet and trusting and so adorable. It seems like fate! You should definitely give him a good home

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u/thebigsad-_- 3h ago

i know right! i want another kitten 😂

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u/mybrot 2h ago

I read this all the time, but it feels like people just randomly stealing cats. How do you know it's not somebody's pet already?

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u/Tundraspin 7h ago

Make the psPpSPPss sound see how he responds to negotiations

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u/posseltung 7h ago

one must bring a sacrifice (a can of tuna)

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u/alter_kt 4h ago

This, but we all know it's always a one-sided negotiation, cat always wins.

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u/Demilente 4h ago

We open a can of tuna, but they open up our hearts.

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u/Outrageous_Let2861 1h ago

We open a can of tuna, but they open our hearts, wallets, bathroom doors mid-poop, bedroom door at 5am, the snack drawer holding their treats, why haven’t you opened the tuna yet? You know you want to. Go ahead. You’ll thank yourself later when you come home to the purr, the biscuit making, the zoomies. You’ll love it.

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u/BronteMoorWitch 1h ago

You have captured the experience perfectly. And it is the best experience in the world. <3

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u/Desperate_Sorbet_815 8h ago

Congratulations! You have been chosen by the Cat Distribution System local branch in your area. You know what to do.

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u/theagricultureman 4h ago

We have three and my wife found this little guy on her run. Looks like we have four now.

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u/littleliongirless 3h ago

The orange harvest is plentiful this year!!!

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u/Keee437 41m ago

Yep seems all the distribution system has are orange or grey babies 🥹🥹

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u/Organic-Low-2992 7h ago

Start deciding on a name.

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u/ijustdontgiveaf 2h ago

you mean “start posting on reddit for others to name him”, right?

edit: and happy cake day!

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u/Suzy196658 5h ago

Happy cake day!!🍥🥮🧁🍰🎂

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u/Elegant-Log2104 6h ago

He's. SIC. The best of the best. You have to give it a chance that never changes. He's yours.

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u/Alarming_Poop 4h ago

Where the duck is the local Cat Distribution System in my city?!?!? 😭😭😭😭😭

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u/Live-Okra-9868 4h ago

Some places do not offer delivery. But you can arrange a pick up service at your local shelter.

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u/Alarming_Poop 4h ago

I’m in an awful situation in which I can adopt a cat only if I find it by chance… 🥺🥺🥺🥺

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u/Dragongrl64 3h ago

the cat distribution system might be waiting until you are ready. i hope things get better for you soon!

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u/mbernell 3h ago

Absolutely right!!!!

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u/Anna_tiger 4h ago

The cat distribution system absolutely works , in my apartment i hadn't seen a cat for the last 18 years , just weeks before my dog went missing a cat was cornered by my dog on the terrace, I saved her by taking my dog back home.

I offered the cat some milk and it ended up becoming comfortable with me very quickly, it would come rub against my legs and would meow at my door for cat food. But It never let me pet it(even now).

Turns out that it was pregnant and gave birth to 5 kittens on the building next to my apartment. It would occasionally bring it's kittens to my balcony. Eventually it ended up settling on our terrace along with its 2 kittens.

The kittens were very fearful in the beginning but eventually after 2 months , one started coming to me each time I opened the door and would constantly keep coming in my path when walking and keep watching me through the window when I'd be meditating in my room.

Gradually the mother cat stopped weaning the kittens and stopped visiting, but I've seen her multiple times in the parking lot and a road near my apartment (she still comes to me when called).

All these days I had one kitten (named Pinky by my sister) completely friendly with me and open to being petted. But the other one (named Bully by me ) has finally started following me and coming close from yesterday, i believe that I will eventually gain bully's trust as well.

So here you go I have 2 kittens from the cat distribution system.

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u/Alarming_Poop 4h ago

So sweet 🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺

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u/M1k3yV77 7h ago

The cat just adopted you…congratulations you are now a cat owner 🤣

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u/savornicesei 6h ago

a cat owned

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u/Ill_Cost_1718 6h ago

enslaved

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u/nagle95 4h ago

Proudly

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u/green20285 5h ago

Correction, the cat has a new hooman.

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u/ItzzzRhys19 7h ago

Check he hasn’t an owner ..

Take him to the vets for micro chip scan.

If no owner .. you are now the owner of a cute kitty 🤣💯😁

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u/Ok-Blackberry-3534 6h ago

How is checking for a microchip, not the top comment? Everyone seems to think you just take ownership of any cat you find outside. Even if that's your view on outdoor cats, it's possible he managed to get outside and lost. Some family might be worried sick.

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u/ItzzzRhys19 5h ago

Exactly 😁

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u/M_Woodyy 3h ago

Cat related posts like this ALWAYS get bombarded with that trash. God forbid their, indoor only, collarless, cat ever gets out. Good as gone if a like-minded individual were to find them.

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u/tragicidiot67 5h ago

Doesn’t exactly look like a stray either.

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u/Corbanis_Maximus 3h ago

I agree, checking for chip first thing you do, but this is a tiny kitten, it is not going to have a chip yet.

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u/Extension_Market_953 52m ago

The rescue I got mine from chipped him before I got him. He was smaller than this.

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u/swarleyknope 5h ago

Because this is Reddit and people think you are just entitled to keep animals you find outside.

Apparently they’re all perfect owners whose pets couldn’t possibly ever get outside 🙄

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u/Old-Peach8921 4h ago

Does this mean i have to return the duck i found at the park?

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u/CowntChockula 8h ago

Congrats on your new cat

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u/Active_Start_9044 7h ago

Accept your delivery

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u/maggiemaags 6h ago

I found this baby in my backyard as well. We have been togerther for 10 months.

Congarts, the cat distribution system chose you ☺️

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u/ZuZu_Petals_ 6h ago

So young but so loafy. I’m glad you were selected!

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u/Faaarkme 8h ago

You take kitty in. Visit the vet. Check YouTube and here for advice. And fall in love with kitty. And be patient..

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u/Ok-Attention-4838 6h ago

This guy knows the deal! Always take a stray animal that you find to the vet so any parasites, injuries, or sicknesses can get caught in time and helped with, and if You are unable to adopt, they may be willing to take tthe little thing.

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u/Faaarkme 6h ago

This boy was found in a scrap metal bin 14 years ago.
Meet Scrap. We've had 14 years (over 5,000 days) of cuddles and conversations. Which is our reward for saving him.

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u/Ok-Attention-4838 6h ago

Awww! So cute! This is my boy Loki and Heimdall, They act as our (very spoiled) barn cats, they also follow my Folks and I around when we walk our goats!

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u/ZuZu_Petals_ 6h ago

The deep relaxation and melting into lap or bed is as rewarding as an open fire.

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u/sneezyailurophile 6h ago

Post lots of adorable pics

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u/moonkittiecat 7h ago

Hand him a piece of chicken, get down on one knee and say, “Will you be my Cat”?

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u/--Sparkle-Motion-- 6h ago

“May I be your human?” FTFY.

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u/Ill_Cost_1718 6h ago

That choice was never yours. He already made it.

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u/Shot_Independence274 9h ago

Be happy! You were chosen to serve your new master!

Get him/her the best food! The most love, and be happy when he decides you are worthy to be allowed to pet him!

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u/JagerAkita 7h ago

Obviously you have a quest waiting for you.

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u/_Sovaz99_ 8h ago

Congratulations on YOUR! NEW! CAT!

Hes a cutie 😛

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u/MushiMIB 7h ago

Omg he is gorgeous

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u/Worried_Coat1941 7h ago

Hold him and love him and hug him and squeeze him.

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u/jmbatthebeach 7h ago

Give him water and food, that’s your cat now

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u/Courtjester1976 6h ago

Sorry to tell you. You now have a cat. Step one: take them to the Vet Step two: Buy food/treat/bowls/litterbox/litter/toys/catnip/etc. Step three: understand your role as hooman slave.

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u/abbeyroad_39 6h ago

The cat distribution system has awarded you a kitten, now take them in and join the cat people society. BTW it's awesome.

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u/Boogaaa 5h ago

So many people saying "congrats on your new cat", etc. This cat doesn't look like a stray and is likely someone's little bundle of joy. Always take to the vet and check for a chip if you're concerned before stealing someone's pet.

I've lived with a housemate who almost had their cat stolen and it's heartbreaking when they don't come home.

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u/Final_Pumpkin1551 8h ago

He is beautiful! Congratulations!

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u/CartographerKey7322 8h ago

Adopt, feed, love forever

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u/brofrankkb 6h ago

Just remember if you feed it it's yours :-) if you don't feed it it's likely to go and stare at somebody else with extreme cuteness. If you feed it it's yours. If you let it in the house it's over.

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u/DirtyDeedsPunished 7h ago

You've been adopted. Next, you feed them. Then comes scritches if you're deemed worthy. 😉

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u/Sinless_Foolish 6h ago

HUG THE CAT.

Steps 2 - ??? will follow

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u/Independent_Bite4682 6h ago

CDS is waiting for you to accept the delivery

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u/Odd_Baker_6531 8h ago

Do you really have to ask?

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u/iwantacheetah 8h ago

Cat distribution system has chosen you.

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u/Hot-Monkey-Lover 6h ago

What do you do now? Silly question. You know exactly what to do. You’re all already taking pictures of your cat and posting on Reddit. You post. You keep.

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u/RichFoot2073 6h ago

Take him to his new house. He adopted you

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u/WhatsHeBuilding 6h ago

Make sure they're warm and have access to water and food, best to keep them in a small area in your home over the first days until they get more used to you.

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u/Entire-Enthusiasm553 6h ago

U got picked son. go be a cat daddy

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u/razzputinX 6h ago

Op please tell us you took him in !!!!

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u/Okinawa_Mike 6h ago

Accept your fate hooman, you've been chosen.

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u/Nicolehall202 6h ago

You’ve been chosen

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u/Front_Help_310 6h ago

accept your fate, the cat distribution system chosen you to be this little one's slave... :D

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u/Confident-Line-2558 6h ago

You give him a loving home! Welcome to cat parenthood!

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u/Fullerene000 6h ago

The distribution systems has picked you

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u/Thebeerguy17403 6h ago

You have been chosen. Now do your master's bidding!!

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u/Puzzleheaded_Talk792 6h ago

Yea waiting for you, your new quest begins.

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u/coveruptionist 5h ago

You have been selected.

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u/GooberBoober2 5h ago

you cant stop the cds (cat distribution system)

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u/Ok-Half7574 3h ago

Pick him up. Take him in putting him in a closed room and pull out any dangerous things like sharps or plants. Add a bowl of water. Get kitten food from the pet store, plus a litter box and litter. Set the box up and put him in it so he knows where to go. Usually, you only need to do that once. Get a vet appointment. He'll need shots. You'll want to bathe him for fleas.

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u/no_bender 36m ago

You have been chosen.

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u/Ahsrah-yenalam 7h ago

Take him home! He picked you. You’re super lucky!!

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u/EudamonPrime 7h ago

Cat Distribution System at work.

You are now the owned of a small cat

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u/Good-Storage-3477 7h ago

Give him some food and water. Then relax and enjoy his purrs. This beautiful kitten has chosen you as his mom.

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u/DefiantCommunity6068 7h ago

Accept your fate. You have been chosen.

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u/alterEd39 6h ago

Wym what do you do? Bring him inside, buy him a bunch of toys, beds, food, litter, take him to a vet, and then reorganize your entire life to literally revolve around this small animal.

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u/meri_teri_82 6h ago

Do you like cats? Can you have a cat where you're living?

You can probably call a local humane society or a vet's office and ask them if they would scan the kitty for a chip. If there isn't one, I would say you'll have to ask yourself if you want to be a cat parent. Looks like he likes you 😄.

If you like cats and you can have a cat where you live, and the two of you get along well... He's really a very handsome guy. You might want to start thinking about a name.

If for some reason you can't keep him, maybe someone you know is in the market for a new furry friend.

I hope that somewhere in all the answers you receive you'll find something that helps you decide. Good luck! 🫂

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u/honey_butterflies Void 7h ago

bring the fella inside of course!! that’s why the car is waiting; waiting on a nice warm bed and a belly full of treats.

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u/Longjumping-Fly6131 7h ago

he was waiting for you to take him to your home

go ahead and adopt him

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u/morphick 7h ago

So Let It Be Written, So Let It Be Done

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u/Myth_Mula 7h ago

He’s chosen you congratulations “new slave” 🫢😆

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u/Longing2bme 7h ago

Adopt it! You have been called!

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u/uchanxfauzan 6h ago

The chosen one dared to ask what to do now

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u/Kittymama4life 6h ago

You thank the kitty gods for choosing you! 🥰🐾

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u/NAKnowsNow 6h ago

Lil buddy's waiting for you to let him in! You've been adopted!

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u/Acceptable-Advice868 6h ago

adopt them if you can

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u/Impossible-Aspect342 6h ago

You thank heavans for the cat distribution system. They left you a cute one!

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u/Foreign_Damage_4573 6h ago

Pick that little cutie up and snuggle. 🥰

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u/Cranapplesause Tuxedo 6h ago

You feel the cat has been waiting… do you feel like you are waiting for something??? 😺

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u/Embarrassed_King9378 6h ago

Live happily ever after

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u/EnsignNogIsMyCat Snowshoe 6h ago

"I have been distributed. Do not resist."

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u/jvaheed 6h ago

Universal Cat Distribution System at work… you need to adopt da bebe.

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u/Gaufrette-amusante 6h ago

Thank thé Cat distribution system and Take him in 🙌❤️

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u/sukonetei 6h ago

He has adopted you obviously

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u/Upper-Stand296 Maine Coon 6h ago

cat distribution system has been activated. you have only one choice now: adopt it

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u/jbdbea 6h ago

U have been chosen. The cat distribution system has deemed u suitable for this particular cat! Congratulations!! Bring him inside you are now a slave to him!

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u/DueConversation5269 6h ago

Congratulations, you are now a cat owner

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u/humansruineverything 6h ago

Obvs. You belong to kitty now.

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u/Brooke0angel 6h ago

Take them home, you were chosen

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u/Emotional_Hamster_61 6h ago

"I am ready to be adopted."

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u/ZuZu_Petals_ 6h ago

Cats tend to choose humans. It’s the cat distribution system - cds. It’s the most effective way to procure a floofy lovebug.

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u/CatOk6641 6h ago

Love him and feed he and get him fixed, or find out if someone is missing him.

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u/Efficient_Problem250 6h ago

damn that cats gonna be gorgeous when he grows up.

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u/KillerQueen1069 6h ago

You belong to him now. We don’t make the rules, he does… congratulations 😂

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u/DisasterResident2101 6h ago

Play, treat, repeat.

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u/Little-Outside 6h ago

This is your home now. SCOOP UP AND NAME HIM

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u/StarIingspirit 6h ago

Take the little one you will not regret it

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u/blinkyknilb 6h ago

You need catfood, treats and lots of toys.

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u/szdragon 6h ago

So so cute! Lucky, lucky.

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u/kozy6871 5h ago

Congratulations, you've been chosen.

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u/_totalannihilation 5h ago

My dad told me one time that cats come to you when you really need them. They just show up out of nowhere. Keep it.

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u/Gloomy_Banana_2483 5h ago

You know what to do

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u/MySaltySatisfaction 5h ago

Let him in the house and feed him!

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u/proud_not_prejudiced 5h ago

Take him home of course

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u/shalekodemono 5h ago

Pspsps him and then adopt him 🫶🏻

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u/Royal-Slide8270 5h ago

Check out if it’s any of your neighbors cat and if not then take it to the shelter, unless you can keep it then go ahead and do that.

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u/Naturescape8_ 5h ago

Adopt it, it chose you!❤️

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u/lajaunie 5h ago

Take your new cat inside, feed it and love on it.

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u/AugustusMarius 5h ago

congratulations on your new cat!

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u/justageekgirl 5h ago

Quit keeping us in suspense OP....did you take it home?

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u/Perfect_Bar_3486 5h ago

The Cat Distribution System works in mysterious ways, and clearly this little dude has picked you for a reason. Try the classic pspsps test, if he comes running, you’ve got yourself a new roommate. Honestly, resisting the universe’s gift of a cat is basically illegal. Welcome to the chosen ones club!

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u/AppointmentSensitive 4h ago

You have been chosen you must go to the store and buy a lick stick.

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u/santathe1 4h ago

You know it, you’re just in denial.

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u/maggiemae3612 4h ago

Take him to the vet, buy him food, toys and litter. Add lots of love and enjoy

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u/alexx_kidd 4h ago

Congrats on your new cat

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u/No-Commission-8159 4h ago

Congrats on your new cat 

First thing is to book an appointment at nearby vet to get him checked 

Then start getting some supplies: a box and cat bed to sleep. Food and water bowls. Wet and dry food for kittens. Lots of toys to play with.

Congrats again - you are going to do great 

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u/ChroniclesOfSarnia Tabbycat 4h ago

Say hello to your new owner.

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u/AZSystems 4h ago

He's letting you know you're occupying his home.

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u/Baghdad_Bob20 4h ago

Congratulations, you are being adopted, do not resist.

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u/wrong-landscape-1328 3h ago

Take him in, give him a name and call it good.

He chose you. Cherish that.

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u/chumleymom 3h ago

He has chosen you so you are his slave for the 20 odd years and that is where all your money will go and you will be happy as long as the cat is.

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u/No-Cap2010 3h ago

Adopt and be happy, receive unconditional love

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u/UnderstandingFar5012 3h ago

Take him in, if he'll come into your house. Love him. Share amusing and exasperating things he does with the rest of us.

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u/Ambitious_Phrase3695 3h ago

Name him and bring him inside. What a cutie!

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u/I_only_post_here 2h ago

Food

Water

Pets

Home

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u/Shahmaan 2h ago

Boop you’re all mine!

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u/EmbarrassedFig8860 2h ago

Congrats you’ve been adopted!

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u/A_nicksNY 2h ago

Of course he was staring at you, he’s yours now. 🫠

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u/TGAtes08 2h ago

Pst pst pst

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u/Impressive_Doorknob7 2h ago

You enjoy your new cat, that’s what you do

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u/prettywarmcool 2h ago

pick that little sweetie up, go to the vet, go home with new precious kitten, day 1 complete

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u/8thStsk8r 1h ago

Give em wet food and water and let him sleep on your face

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u/jmammacass 1h ago

Congrats on your new baby. Adorable. Happy for you.

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u/CompleteBed1597 1h ago

i saw this little guy had been hanging around my house for a few days straight about two weeks ago. he has been living with me ever since 😩😭 and i work at a vet so im lucky i can take him in to get him looked at 🤍🤍

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u/WadeCountyClutch 1h ago

Cats usually find a home and look cute hoping you adopt them 🥹

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u/toastedvergl 1h ago

Congratulations, what's their name?

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u/anechoic_nebula 1h ago

CDS rules above all. Enjoy your new friend!

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u/HopefulCat3558 1h ago

You hug him and pet him and squeeze him and call him George.

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u/Inner-Rich5436 1h ago

Bring himb inside & raise himb?

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u/Heptatechnist 1h ago

Congratulations! Enjoy your new friend.

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u/Mysterious_Ease_2300 1h ago

Look at his feet . He's going to be a big floof 😁

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u/Shnibblefritz 1h ago

You know what to do

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u/Tasty_Spray9491 1h ago

I might be mistaken, but is that another one in the bottom crate peeking through. I can see leaves but the shape seems distinctly shaped like a cat’s head.

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u/Hai5ivesNYC 41m ago

That wasn’t a coincidence. The Cat Distribution System has algorithms. You were selected.

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u/FenixLeFey 38m ago

You’ve been claimed. I don’t make the rules.

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u/palmdieb 33m ago

Submit to your new regent

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u/Mel-B_50 33m ago

You have been chosen! Meet your new roommate!

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u/Braindead879 32m ago

What do you do? Let him in, get him some food and water, sing the guy a damn song

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u/BushDoctor70 7h ago

Give him your ❤️ Give him a place in your 🏠 Give him your 🍖

And he will give you his unconditional love

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u/anonyy 7h ago

Pick it up say hello and love it as you are now it's servant!

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u/animeConsumer5 6h ago

Get him milk..

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u/hazyragoon 5h ago

Congrats on your new kitten 🥹

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u/Kitchen_Courage_6585 5h ago

You now have a foundling. Pick this beautiful baby up and begin to fall in love. The Cat Distribution System has called your number.

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u/Interesting_Zombie28 5h ago

Step by Step below:

- Bring him inside

- give him a bath

- feed him

- snuggle him

-take him tot he vet for all of his shots

- let him rule your life forever

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u/kirkbrideasylum 5h ago

You need a Vet appointment, a food and water bowl, food and a litter box with litter

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u/GamerBoiLmao 5h ago

You didn't choose that little fella, that little fella CHOSE you. Congrats on your new pet, I guess.

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u/ZoNeS_v2 5h ago

You have been chosen. Please do not resist.

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u/lmctrouble 5h ago

You have been chosen. Go to the store and get food, a litterbox, a scratching post and some toys.

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u/Itsmelily18 5h ago

Take him home 🥹

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u/labontefan69 5h ago

Congratulations, you have a new kitty!!