Curious and wilful, cats have been captivating our hearts since ancient times. They have been loyal pets and companions through thick and thin and as a result these enigmatic felines have inspired a plethora of delightful and insightful quotes that capture their unique character and independent spirit.
Here are our favourite cat quotes from famous cat lovers, from James Herriot to Lewis Carroll.
Best cat quotes
"The cat is, above all things, a dramatist."
Margaret Benson
"Women and cats will do as they please, and men and dogs should relax and get used to the idea."
Robert A. Heinlein
“What greater gift than the love of a cat.”
Charles Dickens
“A home without a cat — and a well-fed, well-petted and properly revered cat — may be a perfect home, perhaps, but how can it prove title?”
Mark Twain
“I love (cats), they are so nice and selfish. Dogs are TOO good and unselfish. They make me feel uncomfortable. But cats are gloriously human.”
L.M. Montgomery
“Never try to outstubborn a cat.”
Robert A. Heinlein
“Cats will amusingly tolerate humans only until someone comes up with a tin opener that can be operated with a paw.”
Terry Pratchett
“Cats are connoisseurs of comfort.”
James Herriot
“Dogs believe they are human. Cats believe they are God.”
Anonymous
“In ancient times cats were worshipped as gods; they have not forgotten this.”
Terry Pratchett
"Your house will always be blessed with love, laughter, and friendship if you have a cat.”
Lewis Carroll
“A happy arrangement: many people prefer cats to other people, and many cats prefer people to other cats.”
Margaret Benson
"Dogs have owners, cats have staff."
Margaret Benson