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Not everyone loves cats, but those who do choose to own them accept and embrace their many quirks.

Yes, they do sometimes seem like they're purposefully trying to ruin your life.

But when you look back at the silly things they do, it just makes them all the more cute.

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For International Cat Day we took a look at 30 things cats do that really annoy us cat owners - but that we also secretly love.

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1. They bring you presents you never asked for

2. And like to 'recycle' your recycling...

3. They sleep all day and then go absolutely nuts at 11pm

4. They won't drink water out of their bowl

5. but will happily drink it out of your taps

6. ...or dirty fountains

7. or your glass

8. If you leave a box out, they WILL squeeze into it - no matter how small

9. They put their faces where they shouldn't

10. A bit of catnip and they act like they've had 10 pints

11. And they never work out that you're controlling the mysterious light

12. You buy them an expensive bed and they would rather sleep in the sink

13. (Especially if you need to use it)

14. ...or they'll nap in uncomfortable places

15. This

16. They decide your unread magazine is their new seat

17. Trying to work? Nope.

18. They love to clean their paws on your newly-washed car

19. And scratching at the door - even when they don't want to use it

20. They make you jump when they appear in random places

21. When you see these eyes, you know to move out of the way

22. They like to leave you little surprises

23. And you can forget having nice furniture

24. They annoy you until you wake up

25. ...and then once you're awake they disappear

26. Your fluffy dressing gown sends them into a trance

27. They pull this needy face when you have nice food

28. Want a perfect Christmas tree? Forget it...

29. They like to show your other animals who's boss

30. But they're so cute that you'll forgive them for all of the above