The Best Cat Quotes

"A cat may go to a monastery, but she still remains a cat."

~ Ethiopian Proverb

Today's proverb is a fun reminder that no matter where life takes us, our true nature stays the same.

Even in the calm, quiet halls of a monastery, a cat will still be a cat—independent, curious, and sometimes mischievous.

This saying speaks to the idea that while our surroundings may change, who we are at our core remains constant.

Just as our Maine Coons still have their playful, quirky habits no matter how fancy their surroundings, it’s a reminder to embrace our true selves.

It's a comforting thought that, like our cats, we don’t need to change who we are to fit in—we are enough just as we are.

"The cat does not offer services. The cat offers itself."

~ William S. Burroughs

This is so true! Cats, especially our beloved Maine Coons, aren’t here to “serve” anyone - they are our beloved companions!

Instead, they simply offer their presence, their affection (on their terms, of course), and their unique personalities.

A cat gives us the privilege of being part of their world, and that’s the true gift. Whether they’re lounging beside you or following you from room to room, their company is enough, and they know it.

No strings attached - just pure, feline companionship.

"A cat's companionship is like a warm, gentle breeze on a cold day."

~ Unknown

Doesn’t that just perfectly capture the feeling of having a cat by your side?

There’s something so comforting about the quiet presence of a Coonie curled up next to you, purring softly.

Just like a warm breeze on a chilly day, their companionship brings a sense of peace and warmth that’s hard to put into words.

Whether they're perched on your lap or simply nearby, their soothing presence has a way of making everything feel a little bit better.

It’s a reminder of the simple joys our feline friends bring into our lives, day in and day out. ❤️ 🐱

"A cat can look after a king."

~ English Proverb

This cat proverb is a reminder that even the smallest or seemingly ordinary creatures have remarkable abilities and value.

In the grand halls of a castle, where kings and queens reside, it's easy to overlook the humble cat.

Yet, a cat's keen senses, watchful eyes, and independent spirit make them the perfect guardians - even for royalty!

"A cat has absolute emotional honesty: human beings, for one reason or another, may hide their feelings, but a cat does not."

~ Ernest Hemingway

""The really great thing about cats is their endless variety. One can pick a cat to fit almost any kind of decor, color, scheme, income, personality, mood. But under the fur, whatever color it may be, there still lies, essentially unchanged, one of the world's free souls."

~Eric Gurney

"A kitten is, in the animal world, what a rosebud is in the garden."

~ Robert Sowthey

Isn't this true! Both are small, sweet, and full of beauty and potential.

(This quote features Cassie's little Luca, from Brisbane, QLD, Australia, from our Aug '11 Photo Album)

"Life is too short to have just one Maine Coon Cat"

~ a customized adaptation from another quote by an unknown author, which says "Life is too short to have just one dog."

I must agree!

(This quote features  Kennedy and Lincoln, from New York, from our Oct '13 Photo Album)

"Heaven will never be Paradise unless my cats are there waiting."

~ Unknown

What a wonderful way to express the enduring love between us and our animals.

(This quote features Gingersnap from Connecticut, from our Nov '12 Photo Album)

"An animal's eyes have the power to speak a great language."

~ Martin Buber

We all know the eyes are windows to the soul, and animals are no exception.

Looking into their eyes is one of the easiest ways to make a connection.

(This quote features Lady Gala of Lille, France, from our May '14 Photo Album)

"A meow massages the heart."

~ Stuart McMillan

What a nice sentiment during unsettling times. Those of us who have pets to cuddle and love are blessed, indeed.

(This quote features Bodhi, from our March '22 Photo Album)

"Cats never strike a pose that isn't photogenic."

~Lillian Jackson Braun

"All you need is love... and a Maine Coon Cat!" 

A custom tailored quote just for us Coonie lovers!

"How we behave towards cats here below determines our status in heaven."

~Robert A. Heinlein

I'd certainly like to think humans are held responsible for how we treat our animals - we should be!

(This quote features Simon, from our

"Your house will always be blessed with love, laughter, and friendship if you have a cat."

~Lewis Carroll

"A house isn't a home without the ineffable contentment of a cat with it's tail folded about it's feet.

A cat gives mystery, charm, suggestion."

~Lucy Maud Montgomery

As a reader of all of LM Montgomery's Anne of Green Gables books as a youngster, this cat quote is extra special to me!

Lucy Maud Montgomery, who wrote the Anne of Green Gables series, was a Canadian author who lived from 1874-1942.

She had a way with words, creating magical scenes with seemingly little effort. I love knowing that she was a cat lover as well!

(This quote features Fuzzy from our winter 2010 photo album.)

"Dreams don't work unless you take action. The surest way to make your dreams come true is to live them."

~ Roy T. Bennett

Positive and motivational! This one might be good on a Monday morning.

"Since each of us is blessed with only one life, why not live it with a cat?"

~Robert Stearns

These may be some of the wisest words I've read.

"Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened."

 ~Anatole France, French Poet