25 Independent Cats Who Took Matters Into Their Own Paws And Found A Place To Call Home

Imagine a cat casually walking into your garage, acting like it's the boss of the place. They exude confidence and seem determined to take over. Even those in your household who aren't big fans of cats can't help but be amazed by their boldness. And really, who can resist those cute eyes and their subtle requests for treats and affection?

Hey cat lovers, we've collected 25 funny pictures of independent cats making themselves at home. They are so heartwarming that they can warm anyone's heart.

#1. “My mother-in-law’s house — not her cat but this is now the cat’s toy and blanket.”

#2. “I saw a homeless cat on my block sitting near the entrance to the basement. I said to him, ’Shall we go home?’ and started to walk up the stairs. The cat followed me.”

#3. “My house, my husband, not my cat — he just came in and fell asleep like that.”

#4. “It was the last day of my vacation and I decided to go to work and see how things were going there. When I got to the parking lot, I saw a screaming kitten under my car.”

#5. “One fine evening, my husband went to the shop. On his way back, he called me and said, “Expect some guests.”

#6. “I go to the living room and look over by the chair where Colby, one of my cats, is sitting. I look again and realize it’s not Colby so I figure it must be his identical brother, Jack. I look again and then realize it’s neither one of them.”

#7. “My house, not my cat. I’m puzzled.”

#8. “I live on the ground floor and often keep the small window open."

#9. “It’s been 2 months since I picked him up from the street. I can’t understand why no one wanted this big ball of love.”

#10. “Once, a stray cat came up to me on the street and put this fluff to my feet. This is what the fluff grew into. The cat needed a home and he got one.”

#11. “Taken from my parents’ kitchen window — they don’t have any cats.”

#12. “I came home and saw this chunk of fluff. My kids got a kitten, apparently.”

#13. “There was a kitten sitting under my window. Once he saw me, he came into my arms. I got scared that he was sick or something, put him back on the ground, and ran home. In a minute, I heard this cat crying at my front door. Meet Blacky!”

#14. “We saw this beautiful big-faced tabby hanging out in the backyard. We decided to let him in. Biggy is very affectionate and loyal, and he gets along great with our 3 poodles.”

#15. “Our neighbors’ cat learned how to get into our bathroom. That’s how he sits while I take a bath.”

#16. “I was making coffee and heard a strange sound coming from outside. Opened the curtains to find this ginger clinging to my screen, crying to be let in.”

#17. “I was on a half-empty suburban bus. Suddenly, I noticed a red spot running around the bus. It was a kitten, all dirty in some kind of machine oil. Suddenly, he jumped onto the seat next to me.”

#18. “I got a text from my husband saying, ’No, not happening, absolutely not, don’t even think about it.’ I was at work and very confused. Turns out, he was running late and as he opened the door to leave, a kitten ran inside.”

#19. “My husband built a summer house and on the very first day, a slim cat appeared in it. She didn’t let us touch her a lot but at the same time, was never late for lunch.”

#20. “Last month my cat disappeared. A week ago, I found him and brought him home. Today my cat came back. Now I have 2 identical cats.”

#21. “She silently followed me through the front door, then jumped on the sofa. Took me by complete surprise. She had no collar, so I decided to call her Miss Pring.”

#22. “She will come around for food and try to sneak inside the house to play with my 2 cats, but she is still very fearful of my presence and doesn’t let anybody near her. Someday we will be friends! I named her Margaret.”

#23. “I was on my way home when a cat jumped out of a garbage bin and started to follow me. She entered my home, ate some food, and sat on my arms."

#24. “I went to another town for work. When I was walking along a street, some kitten appeared near my feet. I pet him and went to my car. Once I opened the door, the fluffy thing ran inside with me.”

#25. “We found a cat on our bed. He helped me collect my fishing gear, and I’m sure we just have to keep him now.”