#1 This Is Stan. He Survived Being Hit By A Car. He's Happy & Healthy But He's Been Left With A Permanent Blep
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#2 He Does A Blep Every Day
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#3 Raccoon Blep
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Urban Dictionary, the web’s most popular slang resource, defines the word "blep" as, "the act of a cat sticking its tongue out slightly without realizing it, often for long periods of time." The term was first coined over ten years ago by the creator of the r/Blep subreddit, BillohRly, who also came up with the variations "blop" and "blup" to describe the same behavior in other animals.
But just why do cats blep? There are actually several reasons. When cats stick their tongues out, they are literally getting a better sense of their environment by analyzing scents. This is part of the Flehmen response, which aids them in "smelling" through taste when encountering something unusual, like new smells on your shoes or clothes.
#4 Double Rabbit Blep
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#5 She Bleps All The Time, But I Can Never Grab My Phone Fast Enough To Take A Pic
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#6 Neighbors Threw Their Cat Out In The Winter Because He "Stopped Using The Litterbox". I Stole Him And He Repayed Me With This Minute Long Blep!
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Bleps also happen when a cat is deeply relaxed, especially during sleep. Their jaws may slacken, letting their tongue slip out, a sign they feel completely safe and comfortable. Certain breeds like Persians or Himalayans are more prone to blepping because of their facial structure, which makes keeping their tongue inside a bit more challenging.
Sometimes, blepping can be a sign of dental discomfort, nausea, or even stress. If your cat bleps frequently alongside symptoms like drooling or trouble eating, it may be a sign of a health issue that warrants a trip to the vet - no cat’s favorite activity.
#7 Hope It’s Not Been Posted Before, Because This Is Freaking Adorable!
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#8 Lost My Cranky Angel Yesterday - Here's Her Angriest Blep. Safe Travels, Chomp Princess 💖😾💖
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#9 Red Panda Blep
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If you’ve ever owned a cat or known someone who does, you’ve probably seen the adorable phenomenon known as “cat loaf.” This cozy position, where a cat tucks in its paws and transforms into a fluffy bread-like shape, has captivated feline lovers everywhere. But have you ever wondered why cats do this?
The answer lies in both their feline physiology and instincts. Cats are naturally inclined to conserve body heat, and the loaf position helps them do just that. By tucking in their paws and tail, they minimize heat loss, keeping their core temperature stable. This is especially common in colder environments, where a good loaf can make all the difference in staying warm and comfortable.
#10 Baby Fox Blep
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#11 Pumpkin Blepping In His Sleep
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#12 This Is Magnus. He Lives In A Constant State Of Blep
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Beyond warmth, loafing is also a sign that a cat feels safe and relaxed. When a cat is in a full loaf, it means they’re at ease but still ready to react if needed. Unlike when they’re sprawled out and totally vulnerable, a loaf position allows them to spring into action if something unexpected happens. It’s a perfect balance of relaxation and vigilance.
Interestingly, a cat’s loafing style can reveal a lot about their mood and health. A tight, compact loaf often means a cat is feeling cozy and secure, while a looser loaf with one paw slightly out might indicate they’re just resting lightly. However, if a cat is loafing with a tense expression or awkward posture, it could be a sign of discomfort or illness worth visiting a vet for, just in case.
#13 Black Cat I Befriended In My Backyard
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#14 Bandit Was Banned From R/Animalsbeingderps For Posting This Pic
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#15 Rip My Bestfriend. She Had The Best Bleps! She Was 18 Y/O In This Pic And Never Looked A Day Over 5!
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All things considered, we’re assuming that when a cat bleploafs, like some of the kitties in this list, it’s at the height of comfy derpyness, and you’re basically forced to take a pic (or, let’s face it, a few) and slap it all over your socials. And who could blame you? Your feline companion could just be the next meme, after all.
What did you think of the animals blepping in this list? Which cute creature does it best? Upvote your favorites and feel free to comment on the ones that made you go, “Awwww!”
#16 I Lost Her 4 Years Ago But This Will Forever Be My Favorite "I Pooped In Your Garden" Blep
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#17 My New Dog, His Name Is Jake
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#18 My Neighbor Saved This Cat Yesterday And Captured A Very Happy Blep :p
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#19 Our Brand New Little Girl Blepped In Just 4 Days
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#20 Just Happened To Have My Camera With Me In The Animal Shelter, When I Was Gifted A Blep From The Heavens
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#21 My One Eyed Blep
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#22 Dave Cat Blepping Like A Pro. 👌🏻
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#23 The "Not Supposed To Be On The Counter" Blep
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#24 My 18 Yr Old Office Kitty 'Poof' Giving A Morning Blep :)
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#25 In Memoriam Blep. Rip Herman
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#26 October Looks Like A A Scruffy Muppet With A Blep
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#27 Toothy Smile Blep
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#28 My Tuxedo Usually Doesn't Blep, But This Here Was Caught My The Cat Sitter
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#29 Caught This Blep During A Moment Of Deep Thought
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#30 My Girlfriend’s Cat Is A Blep Goldmine
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#31 My 12 Year Old Cat Prince's Blep As He Anticipates His Tuna. (And Yes, I Did Teach Him To Give Paw)
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#32 This Is Missy, She Loves To Blep
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#33 I Got Engaged And My Giant Derp Of A Cat Gary Gave Me The Best Ring Photo To Post On Fb. Excellent Blepper
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#34 Lil “Happy With My New Family” Blep
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#35 I Got Up To Check The Mail, Looked Over And Was Greeted With A Wonderful Blep
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#36 Penny Decided To Gift Us With A Blep After Helping Make The Bed
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#37 How To Blep Your Dragon (X-Post From R/Aww)
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#38 My Best Friend Since I Was 6 Passed Away Last Week. He Was A Blep Master And Used To Look At Me Like This When He Was Hungry
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#39 Smushflace Blep
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#40 The Tiniest Of Bleps. He Sat Like This For A Solid 5 Minutes
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#41 Kitty Bleploaf
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#42 The Loaf Has Blepped
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#43 Bleploafing On A Book
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#44 The Teeniest Of Bleps Whilst Loafing
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#45 Cleo Bleps
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#46 He's Angry Cos I Burnt Him
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#47 Post-Sleep Blep
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#48 Bleploaf In A Circle
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#49 A Persian Floof Loaf On A Persian Rug (With Added Mlem)
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#50 Kitten Bleep
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#51 Immie's Slightly Different Angle Bleploaf
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