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4. Not Impressed
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Though everyone knows what Grumpy Cat looks like, let's be honest: every cat is a grumpy cat! Usually, this is just what their face looks like when they're resting; they don't mean to look so sour, but on this occasion we believe this cat is truly grumpy. Neither do we attribute blame to him. Yesterday he had his house (and his humans) to himself. He owes it now to share.
Although his new tiny sister is more than him, we get the idea that this cat won't engage in any quirky behavior. He plans to run that house. Comedy gold is found in the way the cat's unhappy attitude contrasts with what seems to be a happy, uninformed dog. This is a classic story of a cat's universe being inverted with the advent of a canine invader. While the dog most likely sees they have just acquired a new best buddy, the cat's face seems to indicate, "I did not sign up for this." Households all over engage in this situation when new pets are brought in; it's always a period of adjustment. The cat's intent to keep control of the house is clear-cut; one can picture the subtle power plays that will follow: the cat claiming the finest sleeping places, treats the dog contemptuously, and overall acts as though the dog is under its observation. But sometimes these first conflicts give lead to strange friendships—who knows? This cranky cat might just grow friendly to its new friend with time. Right now, though, it's obvious this cat finds the new living quarters unsatisfactory.
