Chonky cats are some of the most delightful animals to see on the internet these days (just check out the #chonkycat tag on Instagram!) — and we thought National Cat Day was the perfect day to celebrate them. If you’re unfamiliar with the term “chonky,” allow us to explain. It’s simply a way of referring to animals who are chunky or slightly overweight, according to Dictionary.com.
But don’t mistake this word for an insult or a way of fat-shaming our precious pets, it’s actually an affectionate (or cheeky) way of acknowledging that there’s more of them to love — a whole lot more in some cases! And these big boys and girls don’t just spend all day chowing down. Many chonky cats are just as playful, lively, and expressive as their slimmer counterparts. And of course, they enjoy some nice, soothing R&R after a day of play. Have we mentioned that some of them absolutely adore snuggling with humans?
If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s there’s nothing like getting some big time love from a kitty. One look at these photos of chonky cats and you’ll want to cuddle them all!
Scroll down to see some of the most adorable chonky cats, then click on the circular buttons below your favorite image to share it instantly with friends and family on Facebook, Twitter, or Pinterest!
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Getty Images "How dare you interrupt me when my show is on?"
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Getty Images "It's such hard work being a cat. You have no idea."
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Getty Images "Yeah, I'll get on this scale after you do, human."
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Getty Images "Make sure you get my good side."
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Getty Images "I'm full, rub my tummy,"
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Getty Images "Ahem, you called me, human? This better be important."
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Getty Images "And they said I couldn't get up this high..."
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Getty Images "Is it time for my nap yet?"
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Getty Images "If you're going to make me get up, this better be good."
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Getty Images "See, I do exercise!"
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Getty Images "What are you smiling at, human?"
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Getty Images "Did someone say, 'snack time'?
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Getty Images "All this and brains, too."
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Getty Images "After this, I'm so getting cat treats."
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Getty Images "Yeah, I don't know what humans find so appealing about this plant stuff. I also don't know why I can't stop sniffing it."
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Getty Images "Do you really need to make this bed, human?"
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Getty Images "I was told that there would be scratches behind my ears. Human, why are you not scratching behind my ears?"
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Getty Images "You talking to me, human?"
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Getty Images "If I can't see you, then you definitely can't see me."
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Getty Images "Oh, let me guess. You have company coming over and need me to move."
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Getty Images "Why frolic through the flowers when you can roll around in the leaves?"
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Getty Images "Don't tell me you're about to clean this rug."
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Getty Images "Who doesn't love to loaf around every now and then?"
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Getty Images "How did I end up on the glass table again? Oh yeah, I wanted this cat treat."
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Getty Images "Yeah, I want to know why I just saw a dog on TV?"
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Getty Images "There's something suspicious about this toy. It's too cheery."
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Getty Images "Did you bring me food? Then good morning to you, too!"
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Getty Images "Alright, who is it? Who's been raking up all my leaves?"
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Getty Images "Do not disturb. Or else."
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FIRST "I know I'm laying on my human's suitcase, but how could someone ever move me when I look this cute?"