25+ Of The Most Sneaky Pets Who Got Caught Red-Pawed Stealing Food (The Photos Are Adorable!)

Emily Izsak | February 4, 2025 10:00 pm

It is a fact universally acknowledged that if you leave food out where pets can reach it, that food is going to be quickly devoured. That doesn't mean that pets have a right to eat your food if you leave it out—it just means that's what's going to happen. Most of the time, pets who steal food get caught in the act.

These pet owners took things one step further. They caught their pets stealing on camera. Keep reading to see some dogs and cats who stole and didn't get away with it.

Right Out Of The Picnic Basket

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Photo Credit: TheImprobable / Reddit
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This dog went to her owner's picnic basket and stole a strawberry right out of it. Nobody even knew that this dachshund liked strawberries. She's always been more of a meat girl.

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Through The Plastic

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This cat tried to run off with his owner's lunch. The only problem was that the lunch was wrapped in some kind of impenetrable plastic. He would have gotten away with it—if it weren't for that meddling bag.

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Reaching Out

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This cat really wants a bite of her owner's banana muffin. She wants a bit so much that she's willing to just take it if he isn't willing to share.

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It's Still On The Plate

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Some dogs have the nerve to steal food right off of your plate. This dog stole the food and the plate. Maybe he thought the paper plate was edible, or maybe he just couldn't figure out how to get the pretzel off of it.

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Stuck Between A Fridge And A Microwave

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This cat was trying to make her way into the fridge or the pantry when she was caught in the act. She just wanted a bit of the smoked salmon that she could smell wafting out of the refrigerator.

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He Stole A Potato

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We're not sure what this cat thinks he's going to do with a whole potato. He seems to be on a mission, though. It looks like he's very intent on taking it somewhere.

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He Brought Nachos

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This dog got out of his house and returned with a plate of unopened nachos. We have no idea where he got the nachos from, but somebody is missing a plate of chips right now.

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Somebody Got Into The Bread

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These people couldn't figure out why their bread had little bites taken out of it, and then they came across this clue. Do you think maybe it was the cat?

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He Stole From The Neighbors

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Reddit user lovewhatreallymatters posted this photo of her dog online along with the caption, "Just want to apologize to any of our neighbors who are missing a full rack of ribs."

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Jam And Then A Nap

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Somehow, this little corgi puppy got into a vat of strawberry jam. She then ate all of the jam and collapsed on the floor. Now it looks like she's a victim at a crime scene.

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Sharing Is Caring

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This dog thinks that her owner should always share his food with her, especially when that food is pepperoni pizza. She wants to eat that slice Lady and the Tramp style.

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He Wants Cheese

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This amateur photographer managed to capture a very professional picture of his cat hoping to steal a block of Parmesan cheese. The cat was ultimately unsuccessful. Maybe next time he'll get the cheese.

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Her Whole Dinner

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This dog's owner had just sat down for dinner. She took one bite of her chicken breast, turned around, and when she turned back towards her plate, her dinner was gone.

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He Loves Chicken Nuggets

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This kitten really has a thing for chicken nuggets. Once he gets his paws on one, he's never letting go. This guy is not getting that chicken nugget back without a fight.

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Stuck In A Box

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This collie was determined to get at those Apple Cinnamon Cheerios. Unfortunately for him, the sweet cereal came at a heavy price. Now he needs help getting out of this mess.

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Busted

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This dog got busted with the ramen she stole from the pantry still clenched in her teeth. She knows she got caught in the act. Now she's frozen in fear.

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The Banana Thief

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This husky likes to steal bananas from his owner's kitchen. He doesn't eat the bananas. He just steals them and carries them around. Maybe he thinks that they're toys or something.

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All For Corn Muffins

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This cat absolutely loves corn muffins. He loves them so much that he had a smile on his face when he was caught nibbling on them. He doesn't care if he got caught. It was worth it.

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Inching Closer

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If you give a cat an inch, he'll take a mile. This cat kept inching closer to the pizza bagel on his owner's plate. Eventually, he managed to sink his claws into it.

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Covered In The Evidence

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There's no denying that this dog got into the baked goods. We're not sure if that's flour or powdered sugar all over his face, but he definitely ate something that he wasn't supposed to eat.

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Drop it

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This cat's owner was enjoying a gorgeous bowl of ramen when her cat took it upon himself to steal one of her ramen eggs. He still won't put it down.

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Creating A Diversion

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This dog barked wildly at the front door to create a diversion. When her owner walked to the door, she took the opportunity to go into the kitchen and steal this slice of pizza.

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A Thief And A Vandal

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Not only did this cat steal a bun from the dining room table, but he also went and put that bun in his owner's slipper. Now that's a whole new level of mischief-making.

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Check For Cat Arm

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It's nice that this cat has owners who care very much about his little arm not getting caught in the refrigerator door. Maybe he should stop putting it through the crack, though.

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Stuck In A Pringles Can

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This dog was trying to eat the last few crumbs out of this Pringles can when he got his nose stuck. Now he needs help freeing himself. This is what happens when you steal.

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Who Got Into The Catnip?

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Somebody went on something of a catnip bender. Now, this little kitty is totally zonked. Hopefully, he can tolerate the pounds of catnip that he ingested and rolled around in.

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A Cauliflower Cat

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All this cat wanted was a piece of cauliflower. Is that too much to ask? If you don't give her one, she's going to take it upon herself to get one all on her own.

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