You Won’t Believe How Helpful Cats Can Be Around The House!

We all know that cats are the ultimate companions, and they prove their worth even more when it comes to lending a helping paw around the house. Don't underestimate these four-legged wonders just because they lack opposable thumbs!

In this delightful photo compilation, we showcase the unbelievable skills of our TCS cats as they tackle various tasks with their unique feline flair. From sweeping floors to folding laundry, these furry heroes demonstrate their unparalleled dedication to keeping our homes spick and span.

These clever cats have mastered the art of balancing work and play, turning everyday tasks into delightful moments of companionship.

Cats in Action: Household Helpers Extraordinaire!

Sorting Sensation: Organizing with Feline Precision

Like this energetic ginger tabby keen on sorting the blue glass dishes from the white bowls.

An orange tabby is inside a dishwasher

Or this tabby who's just finished clearing the lower rack and is taking a short break before getting on with the upper one.

Gray tabby is climbing inside the dishwasher

The Neatness Enthusiasts: Tidying Up with Purr-fection

When you have a cat, you can stop worrying about clutter in the cupboards! This cat is making sure the boxes are stacked up nicely in alphabetical order.

The black and white cat is in the pantry

While these two are making sure the kitchen is well stocked with tea.

Cats in the pantry with tea

De-cluttering Daredevils: Cats and the Fridge

De-cluttering the fridge is something cats love helping out with.

Cat inside of the refrigerator

We occasionally get photographic evidence of cats trying to help with cooking. Please remember most kitties are too young to handle cooking.

A cat is in the crockpot

Baking Buddies: Cats and the Joy of Culinary Creations

It is okay to let them help measure ingredients. How else can you tell when a cake needs "two kittens' worth of sugar"?

Two cats inside of a measuring cup

You can let them help with decorating a cake occasionally, like this kitty is doing here. Isn't he talented?

Cat decorating a gingerbread house

Also, as much as your cat wants to make your coffee, please don't let her. This is strictly a grown-up business.

Cats on top of the coffee pot

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Inspecting the Bin: A Cat's Curiosity Knows No Bounds

Next, it's time to take out the trash. Once the bin is clean and has a fresh bag in it, some cats like to get inside for a closer inspection.

Cat in the trash bin

And this little helper is having a great time!

cat inside a trash bin

Laundry Lovers: Cats and the Art of Helping with Washing

Is laundry the next big item on your to-do list? No problem! That's what cats are for! To help out!

Trash inside the laundry bin

Mind you, as much as the dear little angels want to help, the washer and dryer are extremely dangerous for cats.

Never let your cat visit the laundry area unsupervised and always check inside to make sure no cat has made his or her way into one of these machines.

Cat inside the dryer

No dryer? No worries! Your cat will be delighted to hang your laundry on the drying rack! Look how proud this one is of his good work!

Cat on top of the ironing board

Once it's dry, your cat will most likely get busy with folding everything.

Cat inside the laundry bin

Really. Cats are masters of folding laundry! They just take their time planning ahead.

Tabby inside a pile of laundry

And sometimes they get so tired from all the hard work, they take a quick nap.

Cat sleeping inside the laundry bin

The results are usually really good though. Just look at this proud cat presiding over the folded towels!

Cat lying on top of folded towels

Putting Everything in Its Place: Cats as Organizational Geniuses

Next, every self-respecting cat is going to put those neatly folded fresh clothes on the shelves.

Cat inside the linen closet

And into drawers.

Cat inside drawers

Flawless Floor Masters: Cats Sweeping Away the Mess

Finally, it's time to clean the floor. Cats are excellent at sweeping floors.

Cat inside a sweeping broom

Even young kittens can help. Just look at this baby all ready to get to work!

Cat sitting on a broom

Safety First: Creating a Cat-Friendly Home

Please remember, with such a helpful pet around the home, safety is a major issue, so take a minute to read this -How To Make Your Home And Garden Safe For Your Cat

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18 comments on “You Won’t Believe How Helpful Cats Can Be Around The House!

raysmyheart March 31, 2017
It's what I've always known, cats are the most wonderful, loving creatures ever!  Here we see just a bit of the work they do everyday, around the house, not expecting anything but a cuddle!  I see cats cleaning closets, doing laundry, making sure our pantries are stocked, cleaning floors, making cakes and stews and coffee too! all because they love us.  I would never have it any other way!
tarasgirl06 February 6, 2017
Just came across this and LOVE it. 
Margret January 16, 2017
Jasmine was at least slightly offended today when I didn't invite her to help me with some mending.  After all, who needs a needle when one has a cat with nice sharp claws?
rascalshadownj2 January 16, 2017
LOL That's so funny! My cat Rascal loves to go inside my bathroom closet where I keep the towels. I have a picture of him in the closet. He likes to take a nap in that closet too, when I put dry dirty towels on the floor. He likes to lay on the towels. LOL Cats are So Funny!
SeventhHeaven January 7, 2017
 Sweet! Those kitties work so hard
Alicia88 August 27, 2016
Connor and Murphy always like to help me scoop the litter box.  Then they sniff around it for a few minutes to make sure it's up to their standards.
omahamike June 20, 2016
Now, if we could ONLY get them to gather up their own hair!!!  I enjoyed every single one of these pix, and I'll say it again, how could anyone hurt such a cute animal?? The kittens in the measuring cup and the last 2 pix are precious. This is why I have my 7 cats spayed and neutered! I'd be keeping every single one of their offspring. They are all strays, and I love each and every one of them like they were $1000+ purebreds. Someone has to because there are so many of them. So PLEASE spay and neuter your animals... I do!
betsygee May 6, 2016
Aww, The Rogue.  <3
roguethecat May 6, 2016
The Rogue is in there!!! 
dennis47 April 3, 2016
Oh my, they're all so cute! I especially love the Siamese sitting next to the bottles of pop.
ginny April 2, 2016
This video is really cute!  
betsygee April 2, 2016
Wonderful photos.  Very cute!  
Anne April 2, 2016
By all means! I already have a bunch of photos all ready for at least one installment so bring them on!
angels mommy April 1, 2016
Hey guys, I started a thread so we could continue, & post pictures of our own there. :) Here's the link ;) http://www.thecatsite.com/t/317062/how-helpful-cats-can-be-around-the-house-continued
angels mommy April 1, 2016
2 kittens of sugar,LOL! So cute! Love it!!  I know I have some to add!
camillel April 1, 2016
SOOO cute I can see my guys in all of these Especialy the laundry basket
foxxycat April 1, 2016
so cute!!
mazie April 1, 2016
Delightful thread, fun reading, and sooo cute.

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