Sad cat memes bring a unique combination of amusement and melancholy to viewers. This type of meme on social media typically features furballs in situations that evoke feelings of sadness, loneliness, or despair. Sometimes, it might even hit a little close to home.
Despite the melancholic nature of these animal memes, they often bring a smile to the face of anyone who looks at them. In this post, you’ll indulge in some of the most popular ones in the wonderful world of internet humor.
So, if you’re in the mood for a lighthearted chuckle, keep reading! Just remember that crying is okay as well. Cat lovers will love seeing some of these delightful felines even if they are not having their best days. Enjoy this unique window into the world of cats, sometimes happy and sometimes sad. These funny cats are offering humor to help us all smile through our worst days.
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27 Sad Cat Memes
From the adorably sweet crying kitties to furballs who show us the reality of life, here are 27 sad cat memes for you to have a good cry-laugh.
1. This Avengers Dropout
Photo on dontgetserious
2. This Kitty Who Just Wants Someone to Notice Them
Photo on Memes Monkey
3. This Cat With a Conscience
Photo by RosieWaldherr on Imgur
4. This Cowboy With a Tummy Ache
Photo on cheezburger
5. This Kitty Cheering Up Their Sad Human
Photo by anlyin on Imgur
6. This Fur Baby Who Got Bullied by the Dog
Photo on dontgetserious
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7. This Cat With an Existential Crisis
Photo by RosieWaldherr on Imgur
8. This Misunderstood Kitty Who Just Wanted the Seagull to Understand
Photo on dontgetserious
9. This Fragile Fur Baby
Photo by @sadcatmemes on Twitter
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10. This Sweetheart Who Gave Their Human a Gift
Photo on Reader’s Digest
Fun Fact: Have you ever wondered why your cat thinks a dead mouse or bird is a suitable gift for you? Cats have a natural hunting instinct, and they need to teach their young how to hunt, too. In their eyes, you’re useless at hunting, and they’re bringing you food to keep you from starving.
11. This Kitty Who Found Out Their Human Is Cheating on Them
Photo by RosieWaldherr on Imgur
12. Another Misunderstood Kitty
Photo on Punscaptions
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13. The Real Meaning Behind Meow
Photo by RosieWaldherr on Imgur
14. This Kitty Who Is All of Us
Photo on cheezburger
15. This Sad Kitty Showing the Reality of the World
Photo by anlyin on Imgur
16. A Sad Kitten
Photo on Memes Monkey
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17. Kitty Thinks Bubblewrap Will Protect Their Feelings
Photo on cheezburger
18. This Kitty Getting a Shower
Photo on Punscaptions
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19. This Kitty Who Realized They May Have Had Too Many Treats
Photo on dontgetserious
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20. This Stressed Fluffball
Photo by anlyin on Imgur
21. This Cowboy Has a Strong Message
Photo by missrotfm4 on 9gag
22. This Thirsty Kitty
Photo on Memes Monkey
23. This Kitty Who Didn’t Fits
Photo by RosieWaldherr on Imgur
Fun Fact: Why do cats shove themselves into small spaces? Apparently, it’s an escape. The real world can get too much for our kitties, so they climb into a small box or vase and take a nap to forget about it.
24. The Universe Is Testing This Fluffball
Photo by anlyin on Imgur
25. This Adorable Kitty With Some Confidence Issues
Photo by RosieWaldherr on Imgur
26. This Kitty Who Feels a Kinship With Tom
Photo by RosieWaldherr on Imgur
27. This Kitty Playing the World’s Saddest Song
Photo by anlyin on Imgur
Final Thoughts on Sad Cat Memes
Sad cat memes are an entertaining way to express your emotions and connect with others who feel the same way. When you’re feeling down, it’s nice to be able to share and laugh at the funny and relatable images of furballs the internet offers.
Whether you’re just looking for something to make you smile, or a way to relate to someone else’s feelings, sad cat memes are a great way to do both.
If you want to read some fun facts about kitties, head over to facts about cats that most people don’t know.
Amanda created and owns The Discerning Cat. A lifelong cat lover she is the proud parent of two Siberian cats, Alexei and Vladimir. She is passionate about understanding cats and different cat breeds.