Pets bring immense joy to our lives with their love and innocence. However, they also have a knack for getting into trouble—whether it’s munching on items they shouldn’t, finding unsuitable spots for bathroom breaks, or wreaking havoc on shoes and furniture. If you’ve ever had a pet, you likely have at least one story involving one of these misdeeds.
No matter the offense, it’s often hard to stay angry with them. Much of their misbehavior stems from boredom or stress, and just a glance at their adorable faces can quickly diffuse our frustration.
Recently, a Reddit user prompted fellow pet owners with the question, “What’s the worst thing your pet has ever done?” The responses showcased the amusing yet chaotic antics of pets, from furry friends to feathered and scaly companions. Here are 22 of the most memorable (and often relatable) tales from these beleaguered pet parents:
- “My dog dug up my neighbor's cable line right before their Super Bowl party.” – @Living_Departure_265
- “My parrot learned to swear and won’t stop! I’m not even sure where he picked it up from.” – @Pizza-pen
- “As a kitten, my cat shredded a dried flower my mother took from my grandmother's funeral—it was irreplaceable.” – @Catstrudle
- “When my puppy was teething, he chewed through his beanbag chair, sending foam pellets everywhere. It took hours to clean up.” – @Darthfloyd
- “I took my ball python out of his cage and laid him on my bed. When I yawned, he mistook my eyebrow for a snack and bit me. He left two bloody holes.” – @Stevel-Knievel
- “Baxter once pooped in the fridge and devoured an entire wheel of cheese. I couldn’t even be mad; it was impressive!” – @ryclarky
- “My boxer knocked over a statue of the Virgin Mary, and ran around with its head in his mouth.” – @Motherinlawdouche
- “I heard a crash while trying to nap, and my calico cat had knocked a shelf of thumbtacks all over the living room.” – @slumvillain
- “I turned my back for a moment, and my blind cat knocked over a cup of fruit punch, spilling it everywhere.” – @colethefatcat
- “While on vacation, our neighbor texted to say our family’s heirloom vase shattered, with our cats nearby. They likely helped knock it down!” – @mittiens
- “On our first day in our new home, my dog chewed through the door trim, drywall, and nearly the exterior wall. I was not pleased.” – @Fuzzy-Ad5756
- “I was broke in college and had just a little soda left. My cat sneezed into it, turning my drink into cat sneeze punch.” – @LatterTowel9403
- “I gave my new dog a pig ear to chew, and she took it to my bed, leaving it drooling and messy. At least it smelled like bacon!” – @ItsGotHeart
- “My beta fish has killed three fish in just one week.” – @Tox1cShark7
- “My puppy saw a baby bird while we were walking and jumped at it, causing it to squeak loudly. My dog seemed to regret it afterward.” – @justanotherperson218
- “My dog accidentally broke my mother’s nose with his big head when he jumped up excitedly.” – @mortokes
- “One night, my cat brought a live pigeon into the house and let it loose in the living room. Feathers were everywhere!” – @effieokay
- “I set my Roomba to clean in the morning after walking my dog. When I returned home, it had spread dog poop all over the carpet and was broken.” – @SleepsontheGround
- “While walking my friend's dalmatian, she leaped into a river to devour a birthday cake at a picnic, leaving the party guests horrified.” – @Tanyabee
- “In a rush, I tripped over my dog while heading to the basement for a forgotten ingredient, almost causing a fire.” – [deleted]
- “My mom kicked the cat out of the bedroom, and in revenge, the cat vomited in her work shoes while she was getting ready.” – @badguywindow
- “My 55-pound dog ate an entire tray of pot brownies.” – @karmavorous
These humorous anecdotes remind us that while pets may test our patience, their lovable antics are often unforgettable.