22 Clocked-In Cat Memes for Locked-In People Trying to Whisker Monday Away

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Ayala Sorotsky • Writer and Editor
Jul 14, 2025 1:00 PM EDT

We can't stop Monday from showing up - believe us, we've tried. But while we might not have time-bending powers, we do have something better: cat memes. And not just any cat memes… these are working cat memes. Yes, cats who have metaphorically (or sometimes literally) clocked in for the daily grind. Just like you.

Sure, cats may rule the house, ignore schedules, and nap whenever they want - but when it comes to being hardworking? Nothing hits quite like a grumpy cat in an office chair or a floofy coworker napping on a keyboard. These kitties are doing their best to "work hard", and they deserve a raise in treats.

If the Monday mellows are creeping in, consider this your purrfect distraction. These hired feline funnies are reporting for duty with one clear mission: boost your mood, stat. Whether you're answering emails or just trying to make it through your morning coffee, these memes are the coworkers you actually want around.

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  • 01
    WHEN YOU WAKE UP AND CONTEMPLATE IF YOU REALLY NEED THIS JOB
    via @CatMemes

  • “Do I really need this job, or do I need a 16-hour nap like my cat is doing every day? Do I actually want to be a cat, instead of a locked-in tired hardworking human?”

  • 02
    Can't believe its July. Time flys when you're working every day of your life
    via @literallymecats
  • 03
    boujeeee Me on my way to work cus I was too shy to dance on tiktok in 2020
    via @boujeeee
  • 04
    Boss: "Please reply to this email by the 12th" Me reading the email on the 15th:
    via @only-cat-memes
  • 05
    HR showing me all my posts. about how much I hate my job
    via @only-cat-memes
  • 06
    howaboutn0: "nobody helps me in this house"
    via @howab0utn0
  • 07
    When ur trying to look at memes and ur boss asks you to do ur job headsteve
    via S***headsteve
  • 08
    Construction workers put High-Visual jacket on black cat so it doesn't get hurt
    via @only-cat-memes
  • 09
    People complained about a roaming cat near law firm office, so the law firm hired him. Meet Leon Advogato, Esq. LEON ADVOGA
    via @only-cat-memes
  • 10
    My work bestie trying to keep me from getting fired OMG SHUT UP AND ANOTHER THING YOU SON OF A...
    via @only-cat-memes
  • 11
    When the customer makes a stupid joke but you need the job so you give your best fake smile
    via @only-cat-memes
  • 12
    Bring your kid to work day World Anima
    via @only-cat-memes
  • 13
    Thank you for calling Kitty I.T. How may I help you today? Right... Uh-huh... Have you tried pushing Ah. I see. it off the counter?
    via @important-animal-images

  • When you call the call center cat, don't be surprised if you get the call center cat answers to your questions…

    But, honestly, we all might need some cat advice…

  • 14
    WHEN IT'S 5AM AND THE CLUB IS LIT A AND THEN YOU REALIZE YOUR SHIFT STARTS AT 7 memegenerator.net
    via memegenerator.net
  • 15
    I WORK HARD SO THAT MY HUMAN CAN- LIVE A BETTER LIFE:D imgflip.com
    via imgflip.com
  • 16
    IF YOU LOOK INTO MY RÉSUMÉ YOU'LL NOTICE I HAVE CAUGHT THE RED DOT.
    via @CatMemes
  • 17
    *whispering to himself* righty tighty lefty loosy...
    via @SpillTheMemes
  • 18
    Beloved Cat Fired from His Job at a Local Public Library By RICKI HARRYS 22,5T Topt Ex an Browser has been the mascot for the White Settement Pic Library for six years Beloved Cat Will Keep His Job at the Local Library After International Backlash By RICKI HARRIS:31 PM ET More AP Photo Mowser the cesta songs of chechen being red to as the city's publicity June 30, 2016 in White Settement Tewas Library Cat Outlasts Councilman That Wanted Him Gone By Cane Furch December 14 20:39 Underwatery My Whi
    via RICKI HARRIS
  • 19
    security is topnotch
    via @SpaceCatMemes
  • 20
    for a business meeting
    via @catserotonin
  • 21
    Officer Pooper OFFICER POOPER
    via @importantcatpics
  • 22
    Got a job. luckin coffee
    via @catsareblessing

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