Adorable Array of 40 "Not My Cat" Moments When Humans Had An Unexpected Feline Visitor

Greetings, friends! Have you ever come face to face with the enigmatic 'Not My Cat' phenomenon? This peculiar occurrence has entertained many, with some even encountering it in the most private of spaces – yes, even the bathroom! The r/notmycat corner of Reddit serves as a central hub for sharing heartwarming and downright hilarious encounters, and the absurdity never fails to entertain.

For those who have yet to experience this phenomenon, having a visit from a 'Not My Cat' is an unparalleled experience. Initially charming, you feel chosen and special, attending to their needs by providing water, rushing to procure them food, and reveling in their unexpected companionship. However, after numerous interactions and heaps of affection, that 'not my cat' gradually transforms into… 'my cat.' Cheers!

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"Farm cat at my Airbnb wanted all the attention"

via u/Cordillera94
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"Wandered into the house last night. I think she's the same kitten I rescued months ago in a storm (and returned to the mother)"

via u/NekoMarimo
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via u/NekoMarimo
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"The sweet lady who visits my parents' yard"

via u/Bbect
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"My friend’s cat was obsessed with me when I visited. I wish I could steal her."

via u/OstentatiousSock
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via u/OstentatiousSock
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"This NMC has been appearing often at work. I think it wants to adopt me. Might call it Cuddles if I take it home someday"

via u/adam_mars98
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via u/adam_mars98
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"Met a new NMC on our walk today, and it followed us home."

via u/thecrocodile44
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via u/thecrocodile44
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"I’m a regular cleaner for a few clients, here are some of my besties"

via u/InvestigatorOk8129
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Bestie 2

via u/InvestigatorOk8129
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Bestie 3

via u/InvestigatorOk8129
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Bestie 4

via u/InvestigatorOk8129
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Bestie 5

via u/InvestigatorOk8129
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"A teeny bean was all alone hiding in a stone wall. Got her fed, cleaned up, and adopted to a friend's coworker within a day"

via u/IrisHawthorne
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"Photo from her new mom the day after adoption!"

via u/IrisHawthorne
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"Met this polite lady near local bodega"

via u/Winjin
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via u/Winjin
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via u/Winjin
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"My bffs cat I nanny when he’s traveling."

via u/rkaye8
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"The neighbor I love the most"

via u/AbandonedPlanet
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via u/AbandonedPlanet
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"She lives across the street but is on my porch every day when I get home from work."

via u/artful_todger_502
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via u/artful_todger_502
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"My former NotMyCat Biscuits, who is now my cat"

via u/Jumponamonkey
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"Should I give her ALL the snacks, or just some?"

via u/MyCatHasCats
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via u/MyCatHasCats
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via u/MyCatHasCats
31
"Some kids brought this stray into my workplace"

via u/Practical-Pressure80
32
"Neighbor’s cat hanging out on the outside cat bunk beds. He likes to cleanup my cat’s leftovers."

via u/supershinythings
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"Girls who live in a derelict house nearby. All neighbors take good care of them. Man, one of them is fat."

via u/Paulogbfs
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via u/Paulogbfs
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A little friend! He runs up to see me now :)

via u/LifeguardBeautiful24
36
"Was told you guys would like this picture of my roommate's cat having an encounter with a local street cat."

via u/TheGreatJaceyGee
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"This stunning creature wandered into my house for a nap"

via u/gagastly
38
"followed me in…"

via u/what-the-aids
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"very sweet cross eyed baby. explored for a couple minutes and right back out she went. i bid thee well, traveler"

via u/what-the-aids
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"This little man isn’t my cat and his mom isn’t either but I’m going to keep him safe until he’s big enough to take on the world."

via u/beezchurgr