We are very excited that our Mom has finally gotten a new job! She’ll be working days and only has to work one job to support us in our accustomed lifestyle. In honor of that, we decided to look at cats with jobs. As you know, lots of cats have jobs. We add class and sophistication to many places. Basically, there are two major types of employed kitties: “Office Cats” and “Working Cats”. (Mom says she’ll be “working” in an “office,” so we’re a little confused about where she would fit in this post.)
Personally, we have no desire to work outside the home. However, there are many kitties in shelters who would be wonderful additions to an office. Among the advantages of having an office cat:
We are calming – Petting cats is known to lower human stress levels. Our purring is therapeutic. What could be better than having a cute ball of fur to stroke during a stressful day? Just seeing our furry little faces makes people smile.
We encourage teamwork – Having an office kitty is a team project. Even if one person is mainly responsible, everyone comes together to take care of the office cat. Who can resist a non-judgmental teammate?
We help prevent burnout – People are encouraged to take short breaks when the office cat comes by wanting attention. Or it’s a good excuse to get up from your desk if you’re struggling with a problem. Short breaks have been proven to help workers recharge and refocus. And we can help type.
We increase morale – Helping kitties makes humans feel better about themselves. And keeping us out of the shelter is definitely helping.
Of course, just like humans not all kitties belong in offices. In fact, some kitties would just as soon not be around people. But that doesn’t mean that they aren’t excellent workers.
Working cats are experts in vermin control – They find jobs in barns, warehouses, corporate campuses, plant nurseries, wineries, and other places where rodents and other pests are a problem. Working cats also get jobs in stores and churches, although sometimes those require more socialized kitties.
We are ecologically friendly and pesticide-free – No need for chemicals if you have a cat (or two) around.
We are low-maintenance – All we really need is a permanent shelter where we are safe from the elements and other dangers, food, water, and litter.
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If you think you want a job, but these sound a little mundane, how about one of the following?
Politician – You can be mayor, sit on the City Council, or work on the local School Board.
Actor – Beware – This usually involved working closely with human actors.
Typist/Writer – You get to spend all your time on the computer! And share your thoughts with the world. Does the world deserve your genius?
Therapy Cat – You get paid to get snuggles.
Sailor – Cool breeze in your fur.
Train Stationmaster – Make sure the humans are heading in the right direction. Good luck with that.
Masseuse – You get to help others relax.
Internet Star – Share your passions and opinions with the world. The world needs more cat content.
What is important about all cats with jobs is that they are cats who are safe and loved (even if it’s from a distance). Every cat who has a position is a kitty who is out of the shelters and off the streets.
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Any one of those reasons would be sufficient reason for a cat to be employed in a human workplace. Technically we cats could run things for the humans, but seems like they just not prepared to take the risk? Still whilst they have opposable thumbs, they can keep the job, MOL
Purrs
ERin
We prefer to be the pampered pets in our family. Purrs, Snoops and Kommando Kitty
I would love every store, office and specialty working olace to have a ct who is about business each day! Business owners have no idea how much foot traffic would increase if they had a cat as Manager.
We agree! It adds a lot to the atmosphere to have a cat around. Purrs, Snoops and Kommando Kitty
**apawss apawss** What a furabuluss post Snoopss an Kommando!! Mee iss an In-home Purry-medic…like mee purrdecessor ‘angel’ Unkell Purrince Siddhartha…mee not as skilled as him; butt mee can due ‘purr therapy’ an help with bloggin an commintss!
Wee thinkin youss’ will bee “Office Catss” fore sure! An furabuluss at THE job two!
**nose bopss** BellaDharma an {{huggiess}} BellaSita Mum
Thank you! We think that we should be managers. Purrs, Snoops and Kommando Kitty
Mee agreess with you Snoopss an Kommando!!!!! 😉
Congrats to your mom on the new job!! These are all very cute kitties, but cats should not have to work. You just need to give cuddles and purrs. Xo
Thank you! We agree. We are princesses. Purrs, Snoops and Kommando Kitty
Congratulations to your mom and her new job. Cats have a very important job and I can’t imagine a world without them.
Thank you! We like to think we rule the world. Purrs, Snoops and Kommando Kitty
Huge concatulations to your Mama!! We wish her tons of good luck! What great jobs for kitties are posted here! One of Roary’s nicknames is “Professor Marshmallow” so our Roary moonlights as a professor. MOL.
Thank you! That is a great job!
I love this post! Thank you- your posts always make me feel better! I haven’t been able to post for days- but i will be back. Hubby’s memorial service is this week and i am having a hard time focusing on anything. I will be back – right now I just have to get through this week. Blessings to you- contacts on your new job! What a huge blessing!
Thank you! My best wishes for the memorial. They’re both wonderful and awful. The support is awesome, but it’s so depressing to have to do it.
Yes, it is. Bittersweet. The whole family was here and they really spoiled me. It was wonderful – and wonderful to see old friends. But the house is still empty when I come home. Thank God for cats.
guyz….what a grate post two day; we N joyed reedin bout all de werk catz due ta help out peepulz….N best fishez two yur mom on her new job ….we hope her reel lee likez it and her co werkerz !! 🙂
Thank you! We prefer to be ladies of leisure. Mom can take care of us.
Congrats to your mom and her new job!!! You make a lot of strong arguments about cats in the workplace-that’s why i am happy to have my cats as my coworkers!
Thank you! We cats are extremely helpful in the home office
I think we’re great workers, Snoops and Kommando Kitty, as we know what’s best for our peeps in effurry way😸Great post and what sweet pictures of you and the other kitties. Good Luck Pawkisses for your mommy’s new job and for all of you an Extra Pawkiss for a Peaceful Weekend🐾😽💞
Thank you! Cats make everything better.