Years of being friends with someone warrants you a time out from pleasantries, and in these moments, you get a glimpse of how much of a jerk they can be sometimes. So what does that say to our pets who have forged a lasting bond with mankind thousands of years ago? Not much, except that their innocent eyes and cute whimpers mask their guilt of tearing your couch apart, peeing on your laptop, ravaging on their monthโs supply of pet food, or taking a dump in your favorite pair of shoes. Yes, they know exactly which one is your favorite.
While most people think that cats are the usual suspects, you canโt discount other pets from the crime. Dogs, snakes, lizards, birds, and even fishes, are not exempted. It might be a different pet, a different disaster, but itโs all the same when you end up not staying mad for too long.
If you own a pet who fits the description, youโre not alone. Here are 52 photos of pets being a pain in the butt.
1. The escaped prisoner
You might not know it to look at them, but some birds have incredibly strong beaks. Just take this little guy who destroyed his carrier and isnโt afraid to do it again.
2. The cat that found a comfy spot
It seems like cats will snuggle up on any surface they can. Sometimes, that means unrolling a roll of paper towels to get comfy.
3. The dog who cried wolf
This dog is trying to get its owner to shake its paw, just like it was trained to do. But itโs playing a sneaky game where it fakes him out every time.
4. The one who could open car windows
If your dog knows how to open car windows, there are a few bad times for them to do it. While youโre going through a car wash is probably pretty high on the list.
5. The pillow murderer
Who could possibly have destroyed all these pillows? Not this sweet little guy, right? His innocent face is way too cute to be the culprit.
6. The underwear thief
Sometimes, pets develop fixations you canโt really explain. This oddball cat decided he really liked menโs underwear and socks. His bewildered owners had to send a notice out to the neighborhood about his impressive collection.
7. The shower curtain shredder
When this kitten was discovered by her owner in the process of destroying the shower curtain, she had the good grace to look ashamed for a moment. But that only lasted briefly before the thrill of the hunt started again.
8. The dog who wanted a raft no matter what the cost
This dog was excited at the sight of its favorite pool float. In fact, it was so excited it was willing to almost drown its owner to get it.
9. The 15th-century jerk
This manuscript dating from the 1400s has some tiny cat paw prints tracked across it. That just goes to show that some animals have been jerks for a long time.
10. The worst gift giver ever
This cat owner wasnโt exactly surprised โ or excited โ to find a hairball on the floor one morning. They were surprised, however, to see that it had been decorated with a bow.
11. The parrot tormenter
This poster woke to hear their parrot yelling, โHelp me! Help me!โ Usually, that meant the birdโs leg was stuck in the cage. This time it meant โIโm being attacked by a hungry cat!โ
12. The snake who got revenge
Life must be crazy when you own an enormous snake named Julius. This creature was mad that she (yes, she) wasnโt allowed on the couch. So she tried to pee on the shoes.
13. The hot weather lover
This cat owner was sweating in their non-air-conditioned home and was desperately trying to cool off in front of the fan. Unfortunately, their cat found out how to unplug it, turning it into a game.
14. The bartender who cuts you off
This is how to ruin good wine, dog style: plunk your tennis ball right in the glass. Itโs much more direct than telling your human itโs time to take a break.
15. The utilitarian
Iโm sure this cat had a nice clean litter box somewhere nearby. However, that didnโt stop it from climbing into the dogโs food dish and letting loose.
16. The one who loves a good fire
Who doesnโt love relaxing in front of a warm fire on a cold winterโs day? However, most of us probably donโt love it enough to sit on top of a cat for prime access.
17. The disappearing baker
This cat owner was happily baking a pie and getting ready to load it up with all kinds of delicious things. They turned back to find this solitary paw print indicating they werenโt baking alone.
18. The attention hog
This catโs owners were trying to watch a show, but she wasnโt happy about not having the attention on her. This was her solution. Thanks a lot, cat.
19. The one who steals from babies
This parent thought their baby was really tucking away their lunch. But then they turned to find the cat doing this. It knew it had easy access to food.
20. The fighting siblings
Siblings fights seems like a universal truth, no matter what species you belong to. Just look at these misbehaving dog sibs who are having fun torturing each other.
21. The cable guy
This cat somehow climbed up to the satellite dish, probably blocking the homeโs signal. Judging by the look on that face, itโs not sorry at all.
22. The renovators
These cats didnโt have a convenient cat door, so they made one for themselves. You may have a shoji (thatโs what that door is called!) or cats, but not both.
23. The puzzle pooper
This bird was not about to let their owner enjoy a quiet evening with a puzzle. It was quick to start attacking the pieces, then pooping on them.
24. The yoga hater
Hm, I donโt remember this pose from my yoga classes. Is it โyowling cat, claws in eyesโ? It doesnโt look very relaxing.
25. The weird one in the neighborhood
You thought you had it bad because your neighbor mows their lawn at 7:00 in the morning. This fish actually eats its tankmates and then spits them out again. So rude.
26. The water thief
This dog was just trying to enjoy a refreshing drink of water from the hose when his brother stepped in to interrupt. The poor pupโs face says it all.
27. The night owl
One cat owner awoke at 3:00 a.m. to find their cat standing on the top of the door and yowling loudly. His creative genius doesnโt wait for the sun!
28. The jungle gym enthusiasts
Who said only house pets can be jerks? These goats are doing what most goats doโฆbeing tiny, adorable little monsters. They have no sense of personal space.
29. The straight-up murderer
This dramatic scene looks like itโs a fight between two siblings over which of them is their ownerโs favorite. Itโs downright Shakespearean, isnโt it?
30. The one that ruins snuggle
This cat and dog were peacefully coexisting side by side when the dog decided to ruin it for no reason. Some people (and dogs) just donโt know a good thing when they see it.
31. The strategic pooper
Look at that! Two perfectly clean litter boxes, both tidy and comfortable! Then thereโs this jerk of a cat that decided to poop directly between them. Maybe he just couldnโt make up his mind?
32. This heat lamp hog
Turtles are cold-blooded, which means they need an external source of warmth to be, well, warm. Sorry, turtle, this kitty found a warm lamp and itโs hers now.
33. The two who just had a bath
These two dogs literally just got a bath, which means itโs the perfect time to go romp in some mud puddles! They might need to chill outside for a while.
34. The dog tormenter
Any pet can be a jerk, and that goes for ferrets, too! This ferret and dog are close to the same size, with the ferret is using it to his advantage.
35. The energy saver
This catโs owner couldnโt help but wonder why his room was so cold when he had the heat running. It turns out it was because all that heat was being funneled into one fluffy belly.
36. The other energy saver
Maybe heโs just passionate about reducing their carbon footprint, but was it really necessary to shove the air conditioning unit out the window and smash it? Those things are expensive!
37. The shoe thief
Cats seem to love stealing clothes. On this list, weโve had a cat that stole underwear and socks, and now thereโs Smokey, the kitty who likes to steal shoes. My new theory is that cats know theyโre naked and they donโt like it.
38. The rude duck
The funniest thing about this is how terrified that poor dog looks. I wonโt even bother asking why someone has a pet mallard thatโs allowed to wander through their home.
39. The helmet pooper
This dog had the entire yard to use as his toilet, but apparently, he was too good to use the ground. Instead, he deposited his mess inside a helmet.
40. The bunny with no personal bubble
This bunny was looking for a soft, comfortable, squishy seat, and you canโt blame it for that. Unfortunately, the best one it could find was another bunny.
41. The snuggling jerk
Snuggles with your pets are great, but thereโs a line to be drawn. Hereโs a word to the wise โ if you have a pet that likes to snuggle but it canโt breathe, you might be too close.
42. The one with no compassion
Some animals, when they see their brothers or sisters in distress, go out of their way to become caretakers, making sure theyโre comforted and at peace. This cat, on the other hand, doesnโt really care what the dog is going through.
43. These rude donkeys
These donkeys know this isnโt their car and they donโt care. You might even say theyโre making real asses of themselves.
44. The one with cold feet
If you have pets, you know never to leave uncovered food out. Usually, itโs because the animals will eat it. In this case, itโs because theyโll warm their bean toes on it.
45. The invasive iguana
Can you say โinvasion of personal spaceโ? This iguana has no concept of it. It wants to get to one place, and this guyโs face is the only path itโll consider taking.
46. The literal pig
Have you ever heard anyone say, โYou live like a pig!โ This pet actually does, meaning that it destroys pillows when its owner is out of town.
47. The puzzle hater
Cats want to sit smack dab in the middle of whatever their owners are doing as a way of being the center of attention. Or maybe this cat just really hates puzzles.
48. The Cain and Abel pair
If you canโt tell, there are two bunnies in this picture โ brothers, in fact. The black one is on the bottom getting suffocated by his sibling.
49. The interior designer
See those patches? Those are recent additions by the owner after Tweety here decided to peck through the wall. His expression says heโll do it again, too.
50. The destructive mouse
This mouse looks like itโs having the time of its life-destroying a pillow, and itโs really done a number on it! Since itโs hard to read a mouseโs expression, thereโs no knowing whether it feels shame, but probably not.
51. These outdoor enthusiasts
These cats were so excited to see what was going on outside they just had to climb up on their owner for a better view. You guys couldnโt have used the windowsill?
52. The nacho eater
This guy was just trying to take a selfie when he noticed something odd going on in the background. His cat was helping itself to some delicious nachos. What a jerk.
We love our pets. We canโt imagine a world without them. But they know that too, and they have no problems taking advantage of that.
If you own a pet, you know exactly the kind of pain these people went through. If youโre planning to get one, just consider this a fair warning. After all, undying love and devotion comes at a cost, and that cost means spelling catastrophe with a โcatโ.
Share this with your friends and family to remind them of the days when you, your pet, or their pet gave them a really hard time.