If You’re Looking For A Pick-Me-Up, Check Out These Fluffy Cats That Love To Cuddle

Karyn Bailey | June 7, 2025 3:30 pm

Whether you're a cat lover or not, these incredibly fluffy felines are sure to make you want to cuddle something soft. It’s not just the adults—tiny kittens come loaded with fluff as well. Covered so completely in fur, these cats could easily be mistaken for a shaggy rug or a plush pillow if it weren’t for their eyes. Get ready for a serious overload of floof!

Say Hello To The Cat From Shrek

An orange kitten with fluffy fur has giant, black eyes.
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If you've seen the movie Shrek, you likely know Puss in Boots—the spunky cat who wins over foes with those big, pleading eyes. If that name doesn’t ring a bell, a quick search will show you exactly who we mean, and you can compare it to this photo.

In short, this sweet kitten with its large, dark eyes is already irresistible, and being curled up in a fluffy ball of fur just makes it even more adorable.

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The Cat That Was A Lion

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A fluffy, orange cat is photographed on a blue, velvet backdrop.
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Though cats and lions share the same subfamily, they rarely look alike. Yet, this cat's fluffy orange fur strangely echoes the majestic mane of a lion.

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It almost seems like someone took a lion’s mane, trimmed it down, and stuck it all over this kitty. Just check out that fluffed-up tail! It might also be the result of a thorough brushing and blow-drying. Honestly, even '70s rock stars would envy this look.

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Talk About A Fur Coat

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A fluffy, gray cat sits in a snowy pasture.
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Like many mammals, cats stay warm in the snow thanks to their thick, fluffy fur coats! It's hard not to feel a bit jealous watching a cat lounge in the cold without a worry, all because of its natural insulation.

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For those of us used to warmer weather, seeing a cat comfortably in the snow might come as a surprise. But honestly, who wouldn’t enjoy chilly weather if they were wrapped up in a cozy ball of fluff from head to tail?

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Just Hanging On My Kitty Structure

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A cream-colored cat with bright blue eyes perches into a fluff ball.
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This kitten's fur is so voluminous that it makes the tiny cat appear a bit unsteady on its play perch. Ironically, the cat’s real body likely fits snugly on that small square seat.

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With fur that plush, it’s hard to tell where the kitten ends and the fluff starts. But the cat doesn’t seem to mind—its calm expression suggests it’s completely unfazed, as if it can’t figure out why anyone’s making a big deal.

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Cat Like A Blow Fish

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A brown and cream colored fluffy cat bends down on all fours.
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This cat looks wary of something lurking in the corner. Its wide, focused eyes and crouched posture suggest someone just entered the room—and this feline stranger isn't quite sure about the newcomer.

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The cat’s fluffy coat is undeniably cute. But given its cautious stance, the roundness of its fur makes us think of a blowfish puffing up to protect itself. Imagine if all cats had that much hidden fluff ready to expand whenever they felt threatened—what a hilarious sight that would be!

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Dreaming Of A White Christmas

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A fluffly, white cat sits on the windowsill watching the rain.
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This fluffy cat is enjoying a peaceful moment on its windowsill, gazing out at the winter rain. The contrast between the damp, chilly weather outside and the cat's cozy warmth inside, wrapped in its thick, luxurious coat, creates the perfect cozy scene.

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It almost looks like the cat is daydreaming of a white Christmas. Perhaps it hopes for some new toys from Santa, though with all that soft, floofy fur, what more could it really need?

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Is There A Cat In There?

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A white can lays on its back, revealing all of its fluffy fur.
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We've seen a few photos of fluffy cats lounging on their backs, but this one might just be the most impressive. This cat is practically hidden beneath a mountain of fur.

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It seems like this fluffy friend has more hair than it can manage. Its little face is nearly lost in the thick coat, and its paws are almost swallowed by the floof. Honestly, we wouldn't be surprised if this cat could use a trim!

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Cotton Candy Cat

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A fluffy, white persian cat sits in front of a black backdrop.
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While the previous cat resembled a fluffy cloud, this one gives off the vibe of a grumpy bundle of cotton candy. Its long, fine fur flows like the sugary strands you'd find at a country fair.

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What makes it even funnier is how the cat's soft, candy-like fur contrasts with its serious frown and intense red eyes. It's hard to take this grumpy cat seriously with such fluffy, playful fur!

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Snow-Kissed Kitty

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The term "sun-kissed" has nothing on this snow-kissed cat. While snow on bare skin might not seem all that appealing, a cat tucked into its thick fur coat, covered in snow, looks absolutely cozy.

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In fact, it looks so inviting that we're almost tempted to join the cat in the snowfall. With all that fur, it must be warm enough for both of us. That cat seems like it could brave a snowstorm without a second thought!

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What Do You Want From Me?

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This fluffy little one definitely has some attitude hidden beneath that thick coat of fur. Its eyes suggest it's not thrilled about being picked up by the front paws, but it sure adds to the cuteness.

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Take a look at the fur all piled up around its face and those fluffy paws hanging below. Whether it's happy or not, you can't resist wanting to snuggle up and give that tiny nose a kiss!

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The Cutest Kitten You've Ever Seen

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A fluffy, gray kitten curled in a ball to lick its hind paws.
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Kittens might just be the most adorable animals out there — and somehow, they get even cuter when they're buried in layers of soft, fluffy fur. This little one, curled up into a tiny ball, is no exception.

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The fluffy coat and sweet pose are already enough to melt hearts, but there’s more: the kitten is actually trying to lick its back paws, scrunching up its tiny face in the most endearing way to reach them.

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Who, Me?

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A fluffy, gray cat stands in its backyard.
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This cat seems completely unfazed by the luxurious coat of fur draped over its back. If we had fur like that, we'd probably be strutting around with our heads held high.

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At first glance, the cat might look a little hefty, but that’s just an illusion — its body is hidden under all that thick, fluffy fur. Underneath it all, this cat is just like any other and clearly wants to be treated that way.

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Not Your Average Cat In A Sink

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A fluffy cat lays in the bathroom sink.
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Cats have a thing for lounging in sinks, and any cat owner will tell you it's not unusual to find their pet in the way while they're trying to brush their teeth. But this cat takes sink lounging to a whole new level.

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Cats likely love the bathroom sink because it fits their compact size and curved backs, but this cat barely fits. Its fluffy fur is spilling out of the sink, covering the counter in a cozy mess. With all that fluff, it probably doesn’t even notice.

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Such A Standout

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A white and gray fluffy cat lays on a multi-colored rug.
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This floofy cat especially stands out thanks to the multi-colored backdrop of the rug it's laying on top of. Its white and gray fur is the complete opposite of the brightly colored, striped flooring beneath.

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Next to the furry cat, that rug looks entirely uncomfortable. Then again, it's understandable why the homeowners would choose that over a shag rug: to avoid losing their cat every day. Imagine any time your cat sat on your fluffy, white rug it just disappeared.

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Don't You Dare Touch Me

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A fluffy Persian cat lounges on the couch.
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Persian cats tend to look like they're unsatisfied with your presence. This one looks angry at the person behind the lens who dared to take a photograph of its luscious and perfect fur coat.

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While the cat is clearly a ball of fluff, its fur is longer and straighter than some of the other cats we've seen. Its tail is so long, in fact, that it practically could be a horse's tail. We're ashamed to say we're a little bit jealous.

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Fluffy As A Cloud

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A fluffy, mult-colored cat looks up with green eyes.
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While all of these cats are undoubtedly fluffy, it takes a different kind of fur to look weightless as a cloud. It could just be the way the picture is focused, but this cat's fur looks as soft as the fluffy white mounds we love to fly through.

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You can tell that the owner of this cat takes special care to groom it regularly. We'd also like to ask what kind of shampoo they use.

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Is That A Guinea Pig?

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An orange kitten is so fluffy that it looks like a large ball.
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This kitten is so submerged in its long fur that it appears to be the same circumference as a basketball. While we know its a kitten, its round ears and fluffy body oddly resemble a guinea pig.

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It could be any species and we'd still find it to be one of the cutest pets alive. A kitten that small doesn't look like it's even old enough to have grown so much fur. Its momma must be proud.