With the rise of social networks like Instagram, animal memes have become a consistent viral phenomenon.
For those who don't know, a meme is defined as "An element of a culture or behavior that may be passed from one individual to another by nongenetic means."
Memes in and of themselves can often be hilarious. Some of the best memes use celebrities or political figures as their subjects. However, animal memes are often pure gold. Animal memes are usually funny because animals obviously can't talk for themselves, therefore assigning them attitudes and opinions via the meme's text personifies them.
The Grumpy Cat became world famous because his naturally frowning face was ripe for hilarious commentary. For some reason, cats seem to be a particularly attractive subject for animal memes.
20 Animal Memes
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Kitty-Inspired Fonts
The Cats as Fonts Collection is a Feline-Packed Trip Through Writing Styles
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Failed Flirting Bear Memes
Pickup Line Panda Unsuccessfully Attempts to Find Mates
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Keen Kitty Memes
The Chemistry Cat is Made of Iron, Lithum and Neon Which Makes 'Fe' 'Li' 'Ne'
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Feline-Infused Pop Tributes
Sofia Falcon's 'Kitties and Bullsh*t' Tumblr is a Catty Music Makeover
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Kitty-Remixed Film Apparel
Captain Feline Blends Pop Culture and Cats
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Hilariously Pretentious Puppies
The Condescending Literary Pun Dog Will Become Your Favorite Meme
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Computer-Challenged Avians
The Technologically Impaired Duck Can't Figure Devices Out
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Filthy Frat Bro Memes
The Foul Bachelor Frog Tells the Unfortunate Truth about College-Aged Men
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Witty Mammal Memes
The Lame Pun Coon is a Comedically Cute Creature
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Festive Meme Reflection Videos
The Algonquin TVB Unleash the Most Awe-Inspiring Memes of 2012
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Animal Internet Memes
LOLCats, Meet Upsidedown Dogs
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Feline-Concerned Parodies
The Catnip Focused PSAs are Meme-Inspired
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Censored Web Humor
The Tragic Consequences of SOPA-Censorsed Memes
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Bizarre Sharktography Memes
‘F*ck Yeah Sharks' Catalogues Daily Predatory Photobombing
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Tweeting House Pets
The Sony Lifelog Lets Your Cat Tweet Their Epic Adventures
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Flying Feline Campaigns
The ASPCA 'Hovercat' Ad Makes the Most of Cat Memes
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Misinterpreted Memes
'Pedobear' is Besetting the Internet and Bemusing Cops
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Tangible Internet Memes
LEGO Nyan Cat Mimics Computer Pixels with Children's Toy Blocks
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Oil Paintings of Internet Memes
Jeremiah Palecek the Next Web Warhol?
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Epic Meme Shirts
Possibly the Best Shirt in the Entire World, the Three Keyboard Cat Moon Tee
Related Ideas
95 Thigh-Slapping Tumblrs
From Funny Feline Blogs to Confusing Celebrity Captures
Parodical Princess Memes
Tumblr Site 'Kate Middleton for the Win' is Hysterical
Cat-Altered Album Blogs
The Kitten Covers Tumblr is a Fur-Infused Tribute to Timeless Record Art
71 Viral Meme Innovations
These Internet Meme-Themed Items are Hilarious
Poignant Bro Memes
Brotip is a Hilarious and Accurate Collection of Advice
Kitty-Inspired Fonts
The Cats as Fonts Collection is a Feline-Packed Trip Through Writing Styles
Haute Couture Kitties
The New York Cat Fashion Show is for Furry Fashionistas
Fatal Crotch Campaigns
Controversial French Anti-Smoking Ads Cause Uproar
Sarcastic Scientist Memes
Neil deGrasse Tyson Reaction Face Uses the Astrophysicist's Likene
Feline Meme Desserts
These Nyan Cat Cupcakes Bring Smiles and Rainbows With Each Bite
Feline Fashion Accessories
The Knitted Scarf for Cats is Stylish and Adorable
Unexpected Suitor Memes
The Dating Site Murderer Image Denotes Romantic Acts
Frowning Kitten Videos
Tarder Sauce is a Famous Grumpy Cat with Over Four Million YouTube Views
Naive Mom Memes
The Oblivious Suburban Mom is Blind to the Actions of Teenagers
25 Quirky Cat Disguises
These Fierce Feline Get-Ups are Undeniably Adorable
Disturbing Disney Depictions
The Disney Ladies from Last Night Tumblr is a Guaranteed Laugh
28 Celeb Memes and Pranks
From Justin Bieber’s Payback Prank to Kanye West Memes
Manipulated Self-Portrait Memes
The Photoshop iPhone Meme Will Make You Laugh Out Loud
Cute Kitty Complaints
The Cat World Problems Tumblr is Sure to Put a Smile on Your Face
Fat Cat Blogs
'F@ K@ Lover' is for Owners of Plus-Sized Pussycats
Clever Clarification Memes
The Yes - But No Image Macro Denounces Commonly Held Misconceptions
Boxing Knockout Memes
The Manny Pacquiao Knockout-Inspired Countless Satirical Memes
Ad Man-Mocking Memes
Junior Art Directors Memes are New Age Hipster Hilarity
Feline Fascination Blogs
The Dream Cats Tumblr Captures Cats and Their Sleepy Moments
Keen Kitty Memes
The Chemistry Cat is Made of Iron, Lithum and Neon Which Makes 'Fe' 'Li' 'Ne'
Heart-Wrenching Canine Portraits
Traer Scott Captures the Essence of Shelter Dogs
Animated Rap Parodies
The Dustin Glick Kreayshawn 'Gucci Gucci' Cartoons Are Memorable
Feline Photobomb Blogs
The 'Dr. Who With Cats' Blog Adds Furry Friends to Famous Scenes
Posthumous Web Humor
The Letters to Dead People Tumblr Site is Historically Funny
Photocopied Feline Photoblogs
The Cat Scan Collects Digitized Pussycat Paws
Parallel Life PSAs
The 'Drugs Set Your Timeline' Campaign Appeals to Impressionable Facebook Users
Funny Feline Stereotypes
Total Cat Move is a Hilarious Blog for Cat Lovers
Anti-Feminist Political Memes
The 'Binders Full of Women' Tumblr Satirizes Romney's Debate Misstep
Hairy Feline Accessories
These Nyan Cat Hair Clips are Purrfect for Any Nyan Cat Fan
Precious Pet Protestors
The Awwccupy Wall Street Tumblr Showcases Cute Pets at Occupy Protests
Real-Life Memes
Sam Spratt Turns Troll Face, Rage Guy and Others into Realistic Humans
Viral Starlet Storm Memes
The Hurricane Sandy Memes are Hopelessly Devoted to Humor
28 Hilarious Mitt Romney Memes
From Election Candidate Rap Battles to Remixed Campaign Anthems
Feline-Crazed Manicures
The DIY Cat Nail Decals are a Must Try for any Kitty Lover
Hairless Cat Couture
Sphynxwear Dresses Up Your Feline Friend
Hilariously Pretentious Puppies
The Condescending Literary Pun Dog Will Become Your Favorite Meme
Viral "White Girl" Woes
Twitter User 'Whitegrlproblem' Stereotypes Hysterical Issues
Costumed Cat Stars
Spangles in the United Kingdom Goes Viral with Cute Crossed Eyes
Basket-Bound Cat Blogs
The Basket Cat Blog Follows a Feline Who Loves to Lounge in Lattice
Computer-Challenged Avians
The Technologically Impaired Duck Can't Figure Devices Out
Famous Feline Films
These Cat Movie Posters Replace Human Actors With Furry Ones
Feline Dictator Blogs
‘Cats That Look like Hitler' Features Menacing 'Kitlers'
Witty Mammal Memes
The Lame Pun Coon is a Comedically Cute Creature
Hilarious Gaming Glitches
'Sims Gone Wrong' Showcases Bizarre Simulated Scenarios
Irritating Mind Image Macros
The Scumbag Brain Meme Curates Annoying Thoughts in Your Cranium
Disgruntled Employee Memes
The Schrute Facts Image Macro Falsifies the Facts of Life
13 Hilarious Animal Photoblogs
From Pretentious Puppies to Erect Dog Photoblogs
Feline Meme Films
Nyan the Movie Evokes Emotion in Viewers of the Short
Feline Couture
Cat Prin Tailored Clothing
Fail Whale Tissues
The Whale Tissue Holder Has a Clever Kleenex-Spurting Design
Faux-Stached Felines
This Photograph Collection of Cats With Mustaches Is Purrfectly Charming
Feline Fashion Blogs
Scarf Cat Shows Pet Owners Using Their Furry Friends as Winter Neckwear
American History-Related Memes
Artist Shawn Huckins Releases Comedic Historical Portraits
Hilarious Popstar Memes
The Rihanna Memes Tumblr is Hysterical and True
Horrifying Hide-and-Seek Ads
Innocence in Danger PSAs Aim to Protect Children
Furious Comic-Book Fathers
The Disappointed Dad Batman Meme is a Hilarious Interpretation
Hanging Hero Memes
The Batmanning Meme Takes Planking to New Heights
Dashing Dark Knight Memes (UPDATE)
Sam Spratt Illustrates Batman for Hiliarious Internet Antics
Celebrity Loving Cat Photoblogs
Celebrity P***y Features Celebs With Cute Kitties
Minimalist Meme Paintings
Johnfactorial's Meme Paintings Add Humor to Any Household
Shaming Criminals on Twitter
Montgomery County District Attorney Brett Ligon (MontgomeryTXDAO) Cal
Ultra Viral Fashion
Three Wolf Moon T-Shirt Becomes Internet Sensation
Feline-Concerned Parodies
The Catnip Focused PSAs are Meme-Inspired
Movie Referencing Rap Memes
The Kanye Wes Blog Uses Wes Anderson Movies Paired with West's Lyrics
Kitty Analyst Blogs
The 'Cat Scientists of the 1960s' Blog is Hilarious
Celebrity-Spotting Blogs
The 'I Spy A Famous Face' Tumblr Finds Celebrities in Unexpected TV Shows
Custom Viral Video Bars
The Nyan Cat Loading Bar is Loaded With Rainbow Radiance
Treasured Belongings Blogs
The Burning House Tumblr Showcases What People Would Save in a Fire
Feline Twitter Stars
Sockington the Cat has Over Half a Million Followers
Comedic Tech Memes
The 'Steve Gobs' Blog Offers a Hilarious Pop Culture Mash-Up
Celebrity Alter-Ego Blogs
The 'What Does Lindsay Lohan Do All Day?' Tumblr is Hilarious
Cat-Crazy Album Canvases (UPDATE)
'The Kitten Covers' Tumblr Puts a Feline Frenzy Twist on Music
Feline Movie Reviews
This Harry Potter Cat Video Reenacts the Magic in One Cuddly Minute
Neon Feline Captures
These Cat Photos by Maro Hagopian are Inspired by Pop Art
Feline Meme Mimics
This Nyan Cat Man Video Brings Our Favorite Feline to Life
10 Nifty Nyan Cat Innovations
This Cluster of Galloping Nyan Cat Goodies Will Captivate You
Social Media Cat Toys
The 'Kitty Twitty' Tweets You When Your Feline Plays
Shrunken Toon Bottle Figurines
Black Mago Specializes in Miniaturizing Popular Cartoon Characters
Childhood-Inspired Feline Fashions
The 'Cat in the Hat Hat for a Cat' Costume is Adorable
Meme Movie Mash-Up Tees
The Millennyan Falcon T-Shirt Combines Nyan Cat with Star Wars
Feline Pianists
Keyboard Cat Punctuates Awkward Moments With Panache
20 Feline-Focused Blogs
From Keen Kitty Memes to Vampire Cat Clubs
Galactically Inspired Kitty Digs
Redditor Billy Appletini Builds Awesome AT-AT Walker Cat Condo
Football-Inspired Memes
Get Down on One Knee Like Tim Tebow with 'Tebowing'
Nonsensical Social Networking
The Faceobok Tumblr Explores the Strangest Stuff on Facebook
Iconic Feline Furniture
The Hello Kitty Sofa Makes for Some Comfortable Cat Loungers
Wolf T-Shirts
Remixed Viral Fashion, or Has ‘New Moon' Mania Has Hit Designers?
Graffiti Advertisements
ASPCA's Street Art-Inspired Campaign
Aroused Senior PSAs
'Safe Sex for Seniors' Aims to Stop the Spread of STDs
Disney Princess Feline Attire
This Pocahontas Cat Costume Features Navajo Rainbow Feathers
Superhero Meme Parodies
The Captain Nyanmerica Video Lacks a Pop Tart but is Packed With Power
Silly News Station Spoofs
The 'Really Fox News?' Tumblr Exposes the Station's Outrageous Moments
Fallen Chip Photos
The Lonely Cheetos Tumblr Tracks Down Solo Cheetos on the Street
Spying Canine Orbs
Amuse Your Neighbors with a Peek-a-Boo Dog Window
Political Caricature Sweets
The Election Cookie Gift Box Reminds You Vote in November
Savory Feline Pork Rolls
The Hello Kitty Meat Bun is a Limited-Edition Snack Food in Japan
Digitally Altered Athleticism
'Free Running: Green Screen Style' Re-Enacts Extreme Sports Feats
Tweeting Ad Bans
Twitter Removing Third-Party Advertising from Their Micro-Blog
Orange for a Cause
ASPCA Promotes Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month
Depressed Cat Videos
The 'Henri 2: Paw de Deux' Short is Cute
Internet Meme Scarves
The Long Cat Scarf Makes a Feline Fashion Statement
Twitter Verification Stunts
A Bloody Kellan Lutz Attemps to Get his Twitter Account Verified
Twitter For Saving Lives
Skiers Tracked Down Via Tweets and Google Maps
Silent Social Media
@TheMime Leaves Twitter Speechless Without Any Effort
Meme-Mocking Interviews
'Overly Attached Girlfriend' Meme Laina Walker Interviews at the AMAs
Tangible Internet Memes
LEGO Nyan Cat Mimics Computer Pixels with Children's Toy Blocks
Tasty Internet Meme Remixes
Jack in the Box's 'Blacon' is Planking for Bacon Lovers
Rabbit Video Meccas
Bunneh Roulette Will Supply You With Cute Overload
Meme-Mocking Marketing
The PETA AutoCorrect Ads Use Familiar Humor for a Great Cause
Conjoined Stuffed Animals
These Two-Headed Teddy Bears are Both Creepy and Cute
Cat Meme Parodies
Ron Livingston Parodies the YouTube Keyboard Cat Video
Feline-Inspired Bath Products
The Crazy Cat Lady Cat Food Scented Soap is One of a Kind
Anti-Piracy Protest Videos
WordPress' Protect IP / SOPA Act Breaks the Internet Short is Telling
Intergalactic Twitter Updates
Shuttle Commander & Crew to Make First Space Tweets
Doggy Dialogue PSAs
The Holiday Pup PSA is Adorable
Dental Phobia Comparison PSAs
Impact Teen Drivers Uses Comedy to Generate Awareness
Celebrity Cooking PSAs
'Eat, Fry, Love,' Highlights the Dangers of Turkey Frying
Anonymous Tweeting
Tweet From Above & Tweet From Below Keep Identities Hidden