r/cats • • Jul 16 '26

Discussion Letting users remove posts.

133 Upvotes

Hello everyone,

As you are aware, on reddit moderators approve and remove content and subreddit subscribers can report to us.

Today we'd like to start an experiment here on r/Cats where we will give trusted subreddit participants access to a keyword that will allow them to remove posts.

When you exceed a certain level of subreddit specific comment karma and when you have a CQS score of highest you can now use the keyword "!remove" to pull a post from our feed. (Spelled exactly like that, case sensitive, top-level comment only as opposed to a reply to a comment.)

This will work for posts only, not for comments.

There are some things to keep in mind:

  • When you comment here on an account that exceeds the limit automod will assign you a special flair class and send you a message explaining you can now use the keyword.

  • Users will keep their existing flair text. However, changing your flair to a different pre-made flair option will also reset the flair class giving you access to this removal ability. Next comment you make it will be re-applied and you will be sent another message.

  • We are sent a modmail when a subscriber removes a post, explaining what post was removed and who used the keyword. Please do not abuse this ability. If posts are removed for bad reasons we will take away your ability to remove posts.

  • That means, use this keyword if you see spam or other rulebreaking posts only.

  • Please keep in mind that it is currently very popular to accuse posters of making an AI generated post. An accusation does not mean that what they are being accused of is true. Human beings can detect AI at 60% accuracy, just a little better than the results of flipping a coin. An AI can only accurately detect AI content if an AI watermark is attached to the image. It is best not to remove a post just because someone is accused of something. Use your own best judgement and our rules as your litmus, not what other people are saying.

  • Since this is a test run, when I ran a very minor proof of concept trial, a few people have already been assigned this special flair class who have not been sent a message. /u/kiaeej, /u/chux4w, /u/MilmoWK, /u/ms_rdr, /u/Electronic_Ad357, /u/WhiteMouse42097, /u/BeMoreKnope, /u/bluecedarood, /u/Robobanditos, congratulations, you can remove posts.

  • Should you for any reason not want to have this ability then you should send us a modmail after receiving the message from automod. That way we can exempt you in our code.

  • Initially we are going to monitor how this functions closely so we can see if we need to make changes to the threshold level for activation.

  • Nothing will change about the way we handle user-made reports on content. This is not a replacement for that, but an addition. If you see rulebreaking content of any kind, please report.

We hope that this change will be something that has a positive influence on the content on this subreddit.

Thank you for reading, and thank you all for making this subreddit a great place to be


r/cats • • 7h ago

Cat Picture - OC Please show me your cats mid yawn!!

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r/cats • • 5h ago

Mourning/Loss You were the best. You will be missed

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After over 15 years we said goodbye to this girl today. She fought hard and went out on her terms. I did my best to keep her comfortable and warm for as long as possible. She is a great friend and an even better family member. She will be missed.

Edit: Thank you everyone for the kind words and support. Almost a week ago we saw the doctor. That’s when we decided to keep her comfortable as long as possible. Today has been difficult everyone gave loves and said goodbyes. She is an amazing family member and will be missed so so much.


r/cats • • 10h ago

Video - OC Anyone ever observed this strange behavior?

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EXPERIMENT #1: IS IT THIRST?
Method: Exposing kittens to clean and slightly cooled water.
Results: Kittens still don’t understand it, and after several attempts of licking it lost any interest and waddled away.

They just start licking the lamp from time to time, all together at the same time, can anyone explain why? 😅


r/cats • • 5h ago

Cat Picture - OC Meet Kiro, my first cat! 🐱

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I recently adopted a 4-month-old kitten named Kiro, born on 6 June 2026, and I'm so happy to finally have my very first cat!

According to his previous owner, Kiro is a mixed-breed cat, and his mom is supposedly somewhat related to a Persian traits.

I understand that without a pedigree, he'd generally be considered a Domestic Shorthair or Domestic Longhair rather than a specific breed. But I'm curious about which traits he might have inherited from his parents side?

Some said British short hair? I'm not sure, any help is appreciated regarding this :)

I've ordered a water fountain for him to drink, which should be arriving soon! For food, I'm currently mixing Me-O Ocean Fish wet food with Kitchen Flavor kibble and Royal Canin for kitten. I'm still learning as a first-time cat parent, so I'd also appreciate any advice on his diet, hydration, or anything else I should prepare for a growing kitten.

Thanks, everyone! ❤️🐾


r/cats • • 35m ago

Video - Not OC Love

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r/cats • • 18h ago

Cat Picture - OC Margaret and tapeworm- then vs now. They're never apart

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Tapeworm (white) and margaret (black and white.) They're turning a year old soon, and they've gotten so big, but they haven't changed much. I found them in my yard at eight weeks old. When I first took them in and they were still skittish, they would sprint and hide in corners whenever I entered the bathroom, where i'd set up a temporary living space. If they were in separate corners, margaret would scream, and tapeworm would immediately come running for her, even if he was scared of my presence. It's been nearly a year now, and they're still practically glued together.


r/cats • • 1h ago

Cat Picture - OC Message of the day

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Delivery driver here. Recently I came across a video of an Amazon delivery driver throwing a package at a house cat for no reason while on the job. The video disturbed me. It disturbed my wife, who was also a part time delivery driver at one point. It was disgusting and a disgrace of human etiquette. I deliver in a town south of Dallas, and this town is home to dozens possibly around 200 if I had to count of cats and kittens. Both domestic and strays. I never miss them. Some are shy, some I have to call, some run straight to me and roll over. Many customers even offer them to me for adoption, which I reluctantly refuse. Many of them I take pictures of and send them to my wife. I always pet them when I get the chance so much so my cats at home freak out over the unfamiliar scent. I used to bring cans of wet food and give some out at certain houses and the homeowners never breathed a single complaint. Earlier this year I rescued a kitten in a parking lot a day before the snow storm hit and we kept her at home until she passed away a week later from a respiratory infection. One of my current cats, Sal, is another orange stray that we have taken care of since February and he’s been a sweet boy joined by his adopted brother and sister, Teddy and Salem.
Cats are extraordinary creatures and I’ve seen nothing but pure love and joy from them. Some are born in survival and others are born in a home. We should never treat such majestic beings with cruelty. That goes not only for cats but for all animals.
The last picture is Sal, the stray we had given a home.


r/cats • • 6h ago

Medical Questions New cat dad here.. is she in heat or is something wrong?

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She’s been purring all day, rubbing against everything, licking herself and she’s been walking with her belly almost on the floor. Caught most of it in this clip. Found her outside, think she’s about 5mo.

I know it’s likely heat and this is probably a stupid question for you experienced cat servants but I’m just learning and want to be sure. Please let me know if I should be concerned!
Ty


r/cats • • 13h ago

Video - Not OC Thank you for protecting our city 🦇

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r/cats • • 4h ago

Stories Cat distribution system finally got me

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685 Upvotes

Meet Charlie! He was dumped at the clinic that I work at. I was going to take him to my house until I found him a home. Anyways now he’s my son


r/cats • • 5h ago

Stories My Lola is sick

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I hope that's the right flair; sorry if not.

This is what my Lola looked like in June. It's October and now her right eye may have to be removed as it's bulging and leaking. [I don't need medical advice as we've been to the vet multiple times and are going to an ophthalmologist tomorrow afternoon. She's on meds and they seem to be helping.] Today, they confirmed she has hyperthyroidism, but that's "common" for older cats. So more meds.

I got her in 2013 when I loved in S.Korea and brought her back to the States because she's my lil heartbeat. I've tried to give her as comfortable and peaceful a life as I can. I'm also trying to find a silver lining in acknowledging that I got my sht together to where we can even actually go to the vet, see a specialist, and afford care so if there's pain, I can get her some relief.

But I feel like I've failed her. I think I'm looking for comfort from some other Cat People who could really understand the bond. 16 is about the average of my cats and she's not too far off (15 in December) but I dunno man... It never feels like enough time. To her credit, she's still demanding treats and acting normally. She's sleeping and purring next to me right now.

Hug your kitties for me. And share pics maybe.


r/cats • • 6h ago

Cat Picture - OC This here is Kachunk, first cat I raised from 2 weeks to 17 years old. You may be gone buddy, but life is richer because of you

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r/cats • • 21h ago

Humor Hello ther... oh

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r/cats • • 19h ago

Video - OC I love him so much :3

10.3k Upvotes

I've had him for 16 years and I love him more every day.


r/cats • • 17h ago

Video - OC A week ago, my wife and I rescued a little kitten that walked right out of the bushes by the side of the road. He’s such a well-behaved little gentleman, I figured you guys would love him.

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r/cats • • 12h ago

Cat Picture - OC I adopted boy and girl kittens, and she has an extra toe on each paw

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r/cats • • 18h ago

Video - OC How our cat used to get back in to the house.

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r/cats • • 2h ago

Advice Wondering why my male cat brings me pads and tampons specifically? Swipe to see the kitty

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r/cats • • 3h ago

Advice Help! This cat is invading my life!

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So I made a post the other day when I saw him once in the morning but he has inserted himself into everything since then. This guy has been trying to find every way into my house possible. The guy is unentered I think I put a photo so you can check. I would let him in my house but my cat has been hissing at him and I don’t want her to get sick. My mom also doesn’t want him in since he’s unentered and might spray. It’s getting very cold and I’m a bit worried about his safety. He also keeps trying to get in my car when I go to school.


r/cats • • 5h ago

Mourning/Loss Fly high Buddy.

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438 Upvotes

Just lost my five year old cat named Monster, he’d been with me through 3 car accidents and a few broken bones. He was a good boy, though he certainly had a cantankerous side. Rest in peace buddy, now you can rest with your brothers Goop and Xero now.


r/cats • • 10h ago

Cat Picture - OC Adopted a stray kitten recently, this is how he sleeps. We literally feel blessed having him.

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r/cats • • 9h ago

Cat Picture - OC I got a kitten

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502 Upvotes

His name is cheddar bay biscuit aka Mr biscuit


r/cats • • 15h ago

Video - OC was assaulted by an employee at the auto shop, can I sue?

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r/cats • • 9h ago

Humor Visiting Salem, MA and saw this radical cat running for the position of Dog Mayer

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405 Upvotes