Cats seem to believe that if they can fit their head into something, the rest of them will follow. These 30 photos show cats curled up in bowls, sinks, jars, drawers and boxes that are clearly a few sizes too small.
A Box That Is Far Too Small
This chubby cat sits proudly on top of a flattened cardboard box that is barely bigger than her paws. In her mind, she fits just right.
A Cat in the Mixing Bowl
Curled up inside a stainless steel mixing bowl on the kitchen counter, a gray British shorthair waits for someone to notice. Dinner plans will have to wait until he decides to move.
Squeezed Into a Sneaker Box
Most of this tabby spills over the sides of a shallow sneaker box, yet she lies there as if it were made just for her. Her wide eyes dare anyone to say otherwise.
Napping in the Bathroom Sink
A black and white cat lies curled up in the bathroom sink, sound asleep right under the faucet. Brushing teeth will have to happen somewhere else.
Stuck in a Jar
Somehow, this tabby squeezed into a clear plastic jar, with only his head and front paws hanging over the rim. He looks completely relaxed about the whole situation.
Sitting on a Tiny Sneaker Box
Perched on a small sneaker box, this fluffy white cat has her body spilling over every edge. Only a few inches of the box are still visible underneath her.
Hiding in a Kitchen Drawer
This white kitten has climbed into an open kitchen drawer and peeks out at the camera. The drawer is now officially hers.
A Bowl Built for One
Fitzroy the cat sits in a shallow ceramic bowl by the window with one back leg sticking straight up in the air. The stern look on his face makes the pose even funnier.
Napping in the Flower Pot
Otto the tabby cat has made himself at home in a large flower pot, curled up among the green leaves. His owner said it is his favorite place to sleep.
Hiding in the File Organizer
This gray cat squeezed himself into a desk file organizer, wedged between folders and papers. According to the photo's caption, he was trying to hide from the vet.
A Tabby in the Sink
Curled up in a round white sink, this striped tabby looks up at the camera as if she has every right to be there. The faucet is just inches from her head.
A Kitten in a Coffee Mug
A tiny black and white kitten sits inside a colorful coffee mug decorated with the word "Café," with only his head and paws peeking over the top.
An Orange Cat in a Box
Packed into a cardboard box that is barely wide enough to hold him, this big orange cat fills every inch from wall to wall.
A Kitten in a Tall Vase
A small tabby kitten sits at the bottom of a tall, clear vase on the living room floor. She seems quite comfortable in her see-through hideaway.
Stretched Out in a Sink
This black and white cat stretches out in a small wall sink, resting his head on the rim with his eyes closed. He looks like he has no plans to move anytime soon.
Sleeping on the Bookshelf
A tabby cat stretches out on a crowded bookshelf, squeezed in front of a row of novels with one paw hanging down. It seems books make a fine pillow.
A Cat in a Tiny Bowl
Folded into a small green bowl on the kitchen floor, this black and white cat lets most of her body hang over the sides. She seems quite happy anyway.
Peeking Out of a Paper Bag
All that can be seen of this cat is a black and white face peeking through a hole in a paper bag. The rest of him is hidden inside.
In the Laundry Drawer
This cat climbed into an open dresser drawer full of clothes and looks up as if waiting to be discovered. The laundry will need folding again.
A Cat in a Cooking Pot
A tabby cat lies curled up inside a big metal cooking pot, gazing up at the camera. It is safe to say the pot will not be used for soup tonight.
A Kitten in a Paper Cup
Tucked into a striped paper cup, this orange kitten rests his little paws on the rim. He looks up with big eyes as if waiting for a refill.
On Top of the Planter
A gray and white cat stretches out across the top of a flower planter, flattening the plants underneath him. His long tail hangs down the side of the pot.
A Kitten in a Jar
This tiny tabby kitten has climbed into an empty jar, with only her head and front paws resting on the rim. She gazes off to the side as if nothing unusual is going on.
A Cat in a Basket
This cream-colored cat with blue eyes is curled up in a wicker basket, filling it from end to end. The person who shared the photo said she belongs to their mom.
A Black Cat in a Sneaker Box
A black cat sits inside a small sneaker box, with his body squeezed right up against the cardboard sides. His yellow eyes stare straight at the camera.
Hiding Among the Books
A tabby kitten peeks out from a gap on a packed bookshelf, surrounded by rows of novels. He fits in so well that he almost looks like part of the collection.
A Cat in a Fishbowl
This tabby and white cat has curled up inside a large round fishbowl, staring out through the curved sides. Thankfully, there are no fish inside.
A Chubby Cat in a Box
This round cat lies on his back inside a cardboard box, with his fluffy belly filling the whole space. He looks like he has been there all afternoon.
A Kitten in a Big Jar
A wide-eyed orange kitten sits inside a large clear jar, looking out at the camera with a puzzled face. How he got in is a mystery.
A Kitten in the Wine Rack
This little kitten has tucked himself into an empty cubby of a wine rack, right next to the bottles. He peeks out as if he has found the coziest spot in the house.


