23 Photos That Prove How Cats Easily Get Jealous When They Are Not Under The Spotlight
Cats have a talent for making their feelings obvious without ever saying a word, and jealousy is one of their most entertaining moods. One minute they are acting cool, the next they are staring down a rival, a toy, or even a favorite human like they have been personally offended.
This collection rounds up cats caught in those dramatic moments when they clearly want the attention back on them. From side-eye to full-on protest behavior, each photo shows a pet trying very hard to stay composed while the spotlight slips away.
The results are equal parts funny and familiar, and a few of these looks are impossible to ignore. Read on.
1. That look of disgust.
What would you do if you just woke up from your nap and found another kitty stealing your mama by snuggling in her lap?

2. Just this adorable kitty waiting for his turn to play with Meowma.
The kitty sure looks upset about how much attention her brother is getting.

3. Watching his brother get all the attention while he can't do anything about it.
The brother is sick, but that doesn't mean he's not jealous at all!

4. When the owner keeps bringing new cats home.
Too much competition.

5. She's in disbelief.
Her mommy met her little brother today, and she was NOT happy.

6. ...but someone insists that he is more photogenic.

That stare says everything.
7. When you can't believe they let you switch places.
"But I'm always at the front!"

8. Cat tower dilemma.
"How dare you steal my spot!"

9. Even books have no escape.
No reading. Just meowing.

10. When you try to capture a photo of your dog...

11. She seems to notice that she isn't getting any good pictures because her mommy is too occupied with her brother...
"I deserve to be posted, too!"

12. Always there to remind us who's the real baby here.
Well, she got here first!

13. Nala trying to play it cool even when her mommy is playing with another cat.
That stone-cold stare says it all.

14. Sniffing the traces of another animal.
You better not be cheating on me.

15. She just broke her sister's favorite toy.
And by the looks of it, she's not sorry at all.

16. Traitor!
While the owner may have a different cat on her shirt, her kitty never fails to show everyone who the real star is.

How adorable are they? Cats are truly one of a kind, and they make our lives a little bit better and brighter!
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17. The owner's grandnephew came for a quick visit—and Ajax looks confused.
He thought he was the only baby here.

Ajax does not look impressed.
18. Another stolen lap situation.
Kropka's planning something. Be careful!

19. The owner set up a cage for a dog, and the kitty immediately occupied it.
"I'm the only guest in this house."

20. The look of sheer disgust when another furry baby is brought home.
Not another one again. Hmp!

21. Flame the cat always gives Lovey THIS look when they are taking turns cuddling with their mom.
Peer pressure.

22. When you call him the wrong name.
Chester was just called "Georgie," and he is NOT having it.

23. When someone steals your favorite spot.
Eddie stole mommy's lap, and Mookie looks so annoyed!

24. Just hanging out.
Death stare again.

It's no secret that cats can give you death stares that can bore holes into your head, but that's just how they express how truly important you are to them! After all, they wouldn't be this jealous if they didn't care enough about your relationship.
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Some cats really do want the spotlight all to themselves.
Wait until you see the sister who threatened court over “identical” cat claims.