Hysterical photos of animals who were betrayed by their owners

Animals are our faithful sidekicks—full of love, loyalty, and always there with a wag or a purr. But when their humans pull a fast one, even playfully, it’s like a personal betrayal.

From being tricked into a vet trip instead of a dog park outing to the horror of unexpected bath time, these pets aren’t shy about showing exactly how they feel. The expressions, the melodrama! One cat even gives an award-worthy performance just to avoid getting wet—and honestly, the dedication is impressive.

First The Vet, Now This?!

This dog is likely thinking, “Okay, tricking me into the vet was bad enough—but what is this contraption on my head?!” He probably hasn’t realized how long he’ll be stuck wearing it, which might explain why he hasn’t hit full-on despair just yet.

Still, he seems pretty unimpressed with the fact that his human’s first instinct was to snap a photo instead of helping. The good news? He looks young, so this may just be his first taste of betrayal. Just wait until they bring home another dog… then he’ll really have something to pout about.

Doggo For Sale

What started as a harmless joke by this dog’s humans clearly didn’t land the way they hoped. This poor pup looks genuinely heartbroken, as if he fully understands he’s been “put up for sale.” The betrayal feels personal, swift, and deeply undeserved. Even if he had done something naughty, that sorrowful expression alone should earn him instant forgiveness.

Of course, it’s far more likely that he’s upset about the tape stuck to his back—because, let’s face it, reading probably isn’t his strong suit. Still, betrayed is betrayed, and he’s not shy about showing exactly how hurt he feels.

I’m Shocked, I Tell You

Few pups in history have ever looked quite this stunned by betrayal. Whatever just went down, it clearly rocked this dog to the core—he’s frozen in a state of pure disbelief. We may never know the exact cause, but that expression says it all.

Maybe there’s something delicious baking that he’s been told he can’t have, or perhaps his human just introduced a new pet to the household. Whatever the reason, the confusion is real—and so is the drama. Winning back this pup’s trust is going to take more than a belly rub… it’s going to take a serious treat bribe.

No Problems Here

This cat is definitely not thrilled about a trip to the vet. Like many pets on this list, her eyes clearly reveal her sense of betrayal. But she’s also using a clever tactic to avoid the check-up—clinging tightly to her brother as if for protection.

It almost seems like she’s silently bargaining, “Let me out of this cage, or else my brother pays the price!” Whatever her motive, this betrayed feline is firmly set on staying put in her crate, far from the reach of the dreaded “enemy.”

The Cone Of Betrayal

This dog’s classic “cone of shame” has taken on a new title: the cone of betrayal. Oh, the cruelty—what could he have possibly done to his owner to deserve this? Meanwhile, his buddy looks totally smug, like he’s in on the prank. It definitely feels like a setup! Whatever the story, this pup is clearly not thrilled.

Typically, dogs get the cone to stop them from licking or biting a wound. Though this dog feels betrayed now, we’re confident he’ll be grateful eventually—after all, the cone won’t be sticking around forever!

Why Must You Do This To Me?

Dogs without kids probably dread Halloween. Without little ones to dress up in cute costumes, they often end up being the ones who get roped into the fun.

That’s probably what happened to this dog, who doesn’t seem too thrilled about wearing a unicorn costume. She’s probably feeling a little embarrassed, especially with the costume already being a tight fit. Hopefully, her humans don’t take her for a walk in it—because that might just be worse than the costume itself!

Didn’t Even Know Bathtime Was A Thing

This little guinea pig definitely wasn’t prepared for bath time. After all, he’s just a guinea pig—how dirty could he really get? But his owner had other plans and decided it was time for a bath, leaving this poor guy completely unaware of what was coming.

The look of pure horror on his face says it all. Wide-eyed and wet, he seems to realize that baths are not as fun as they sound. He might have survived the bath, but now he’s left cold and shivering, probably with nightmares of future bath sessions. Poor guy—he definitely learned a valuable lesson today!

It’s So Squishy!

This cat is not having any of it. The sheer disdain on her face is something only a cat could pull off, and it’s impressive how much emotion she’s conveying—especially considering she’s being squished by her human! The betrayal is real, and she won’t forget it anytime soon.

Although, there’s always a tiny chance she secretly enjoys being squished (though those wide eyes are giving her away). Whatever her true feelings, you can bet there will be some objects flying off the nightstand tonight in retaliation. Cats know how to make us regret their “hugs.” Oh, the horror of cat revenge!

What Is This Madness?!

This poor pup’s first bath experience was clearly a traumatic one! The sheer terror on his face says it all—he did not sign up for this watery nightmare. With his fur all wet and stuck to his body, he’s probably questioning every life choice that led to this moment. Water still dripping down to his hind legs just adds to the discomfort.

It’s safe to say he’s hoping his humans never pull this trick on him again, but we all know how that goes. As he gets older, he may just come to terms with it… or he’ll find new ways to hide when bath time rolls around!

That Was The Dog Park! Stop!

This pup was so close to a perfect day at the dog park—until he wasn’t. The photos show his initial excitement, tail wagging as he spots the park, but that quickly turns to betrayal as he realizes his destination is not where he thought it was. Instead of getting sad, though, he’s mad—because in his mind, this is no laughing matter. He’s been duped, and there’s no mistaking that.

And here’s the kicker: this isn’t the first time this prank has been pulled. If the owner was savvy enough to capture the dog’s reaction as they neared the park, they knew exactly how this would play out. It’s cruel… but undeniably hilarious.

The Jig Is Up

This sharp little feline has cracked the case—she knows she’s being watched, and she’s not amused. Her eyes say it all: privacy invaded, trust broken, snacks still expected.

Props to her for keeping it classy though. Instead of unleashing her wrath on the nearest vase, she’s chosen the path of silent judgment, sitting stone-faced in front of the camera like a furry security breach alarm. The lesson here? Never underestimate a cat’s ability to find your hidden gadgets… or hold a grudge.

Hunting Time, Please

The look on this cat’s face says it all—pure, unfiltered betrayal. With a flock of birds just outside the window, he’s itching to pounce, but instead, he’s stuck watching from behind the glass. His expression makes one thing perfectly clear: he knows exactly who’s responsible for this injustice.

Of course, there’s likely a good reason his owner is keeping him indoors—no one wants unexpected “gifts” left around the house. Still, in his mind, he’s not just being deprived of prey—he’s being denied a chance to show his affection in the most feline way possible.

I’d Rather Be Hunting

It’s not every day a dog throws this much shade with just a squint, but this hunting pup is clearly not vibing with the whole “day on the water” plan. That side-eye says, “You dragged me out here for this?”

Judging by his face, he signed up for birds, not boats. One can only hope the owner realized their mistake mid-cruise and tried to make amends with extra snacks and top-tier belly rubs. Otherwise, that grudge might last all the way back to shore.

Drying Off Is The Worst

Another bath time betrayal—this poor pup looks absolutely defeated in his fluffy towel burrito. It’s not the bath that broke him, it’s the drying phase. The moment he realized he was trapped in a cocoon of shame and damp fur, his soul left the building.

Did the owner have to wrap him up like a soggy snack? Probably not. But can you blame them for snapping a pic of this pitiful masterpiece? Next time he hears the water shut off, you better believe he’s making a break for it. Dignity first, fluff later.

Down With Bathing!

The last thing this cat wants to do is take a bath! We don’t know where she got the red stick from, but she is not okay with her owner’s betrayal. The owner must know this too, as they have fully prepared themselves with protective gloves. This little kitty is going to smell good, whether she likes it or not.

Still, it’s hard not to feel a little bad for this water averse feline. She thought her owner loved her, now she doesn’t know what to think. Hopefully, she doesn’t know how to use that stick, either!

Don’t Touch This Pup’s Toys

Don’t wash this good boy’s toys! He is clearly very attached to them. Just look at those big confused eyes now that his toys are slobber-free. He has a lot of work to do to get these prized possessions back into working condition. If he still wants them, that is.

That look on his face almost says, “you keep them.” It’s a ruff life out there for an older dog. He’s settled into his habits, and he sure doesn’t like clean smelling, washed toys. Next time his own will think twice. That seems to be the message here.

Pay Attention To Us!

These betrayed cats don’t have time for their owner to understand the pain he has caused. He should never have chosen his new video game system over his fur friends. They are tired of being neglected and are fighting back in the funniest way possible.

While one betrayed cat holds him down, the other betrayed cat goes straight to his face. He can’t play his video game if he can’t see the screen! These clever cats deserve a ton kitty treats for their ingenious way to fight back against their owner’s bitter betrayal.

This Isn’t Dinner

Expecting dinner, this cat gets the surprise of her life when she sees a new addition to the family. That puppy is not food, and it might very well be eating her food. This is unacceptable. It’s so unacceptable, in fact, that the cat has pulled out the greatest weapon in her arsenal; glowing eyes.

These eyes will haunt her owner at night, keeping them from sleeping as they fear for their safety. Well, the safety of their lamps and wall portraits, anyway. Eventually, this cat will warm up to her new sibling. For now, the feeling of betrayal runs deep through her fur.

That Treat Wasn’t For You

Nothing is worse for this dog than the feeling of betrayal when his owner takes the last bite instead of him. The shock and betrayal on this pup’s face is classic. It’s unfortunate his owner can’t see the pain and confusion he has caused. Dog therapists aren’t cheap, but this good boy might need one before he goes bad!

Just imagine everything he needs to get off his paws to feel happy again. His owner better have enjoyed that snack, because this dog is no longer man’s best friend! Until dinner time, that is.

Acceptance Is A Dish Best Served Cold

At a certain age, all animals accept the inevitability of veterinary visits. This brave dog has allowed his owner to take him to the vet, and his look of defeat shows the betrayal he feels in his heart. He had better be in line for a good belly rub when all this is over.

It’s understandable why this dog feels betrayed, aside from the stink eye he is giving his owner, he looks perfectly healthy. No reason he should have to be there. None at all. Might as well just head back to the car now and pretend this act of betrayal never happened.

This Bathwater Is Cold

Bathtime is anything but fun time for this doggo. He looks absolutely miserable while getting cleaned by his owner. He has been betrayed, and it won’t be for the last time. Although, if his sad puppy dog eyes have anything to say about it, then it will be.

We wonder if there is a reason he had to take a bath. Maybe he made a skunk angry and got sprayed. Perhaps he rolled around in all of the mud at the dog park. Most likely, this dog just hates taking baths and sees them as the ultimate act of betrayal.

I Guess She’s Moved On

The look on this dog’s face just breaks our hearts! He was betrayed by his little human, who looks overjoyed to be carrying her new kitten. There is nothing more painful than knowing the one you love has moved on to someone else.

This dog knows the feeling all too well. He doesn’t even know what he will do with himself anymore now that this little girl has found something else fluffy to play with. Sure, her parents still love him but it’s just not the same.

Don’t Leave!

This pup just started his new life with his new family. Why then, are they already leaving him? They must know how fragile his tiny puppy ego is! He’s too small to understand that his owner must go to work to be able to keep food in his bowl and toys in his mouth.

One day this sad, betrayed little pup will understand. For now, our hearts break for him as his waves his tiny little paw goodbye. He may never see his owner again. Look at the tears forming just under his eyes! Come back, owner! Come back!

This Empty Food Bowl Is Unacceptable!

Food matters, and this empty bowl rings of pure betrayal to this adorable pupper! He can’t believe his owner forgot about his supper. This crime is unforgivable. There is only one thing left to do for this young dog. He must become his food bowl! Please insert food directly into mouth. Only then will his owner’s betrayal be forgiven!

Who are we kidding, this adorable mutt will forgive his owner as soon as his belly is full. It’s easy to buy a dog’s love. Until then, that look of sadness will have to do. This dog just wants his food when he decides it’s time to eat. Any other time is not okay.

I See How It Is

This dog has faced the ultimate betrayal. Maybe his owners tricked him into going outside or maybe they let him out to do his business, but all along they knew they weren’t going to let him back in.

Sure, it’s okay that the dog gets left outside for a little bit, but this dog can clearly see why he was left to suffer the outdoors alone. The family was cooking bacon and didn’t want the dog around for any of that. This dog knows there’s bacon around and even though he’s outside, he can still smell it.

I Want To Be Loved Too

This poor cat probably walked into the room to see this and felt like a dagger was forced right into her heart. She can’t believe her human was having a special moment with her cat sibling when this whole time she thought they were equals. Never in their lives has she probably received special attention like this.

Or maybe this cat saw her sibling and her human and thought that that was their special thing. Either way, what hurts her the most is the fact that it’s not her being played with. She just hopes that she’ll get her chance eventually.

If This Is The Life You Choose, I Can’t Stop You

This dog tried to convince his human that cats were probably the worst cat that you could own, but all that convincing yielded no results. His human still went out and got their family a small kitten and now look. The dog is subject to the floor while this newcomer is getting a little too cozy with the main human.

All this dog can do is sit and lament over the fact that his humans have chosen a cat over him. It will only be a matter of time before that cat proves him right.

Why You Shouldn’t Eat In Front Of Your Animals

Both the cat and the dog look pretty betrayed in this photo. Their human shared this pic saying that they were eating a chicken wing, which is why these animals are sitting so intently before him.

They’re pretty upset that their human is just snacking away at an oh-so-delectable chicken wing and are probably wondering why they can’t get in on that action too. But all they can do is sit and watch and hopefully, a treat will come out of making their human feel so bad.

How Could You Leave Us Behind?

We can only imagine how our pets must feel when we leave them home alone. These dogs wasted no time in making sure their humans knew exactly how they felt. They went straight to the window and stared at their humans leaving, with looks of betrayal and sadness that can only be conveyed through a dog’s eyes.

This happens often, maybe too often, which is why these dogs went so far as to watch their humans walk away. They know they’ll be back eventually but the dogs are probably wondering why they can’t come along.

Mr. Bunny Is Not Amused

Millie is a girl who is really into cute cat videos online. Her cat, Mr. Bunny, however does not think this is funny. He’s probably thinking, “Why would she care about these random cats on this screen when she could be playing with a cat in real life?”

If that isn’t the ultimate betrayal right there, then we don’t know what is. Hopefully Mr. Bunny will get the attention he deserves and not be looked over for something on a screen. Maybe Millie will come to her senses. Otherwise, Mr. Bunny will have to live with this the rest of his life.

This Isn’t The Dog Park!

Few betrayals hit harder in a dog’s world than thinking you’re heading to the park, only to end up at the vet. This poor pup realized the truth too late—and now, all he can do is sit in stunned silence, quietly questioning everything he thought he knew about his human.

The vet’s office might be essential, but to him, it’s a chamber of pokes, prods, and strange smells. If he could talk, there’s no doubt he’d have tales of terror to share. The real heartbreak? That unmistakable look of disappointment. One thing’s for sure—his owner owes him some serious treats and extra-long cuddle time after this.

You Didn’t Have To Do This

Liza shared this photo of her basset hound, who she said is quite stubborn. That wouldn’t be hard to believe because the look on her doggo’s face tells us that being in the bath was the last thing this dog wanted to do.

Still, Liza managed to give her doggo a bath but afterward was faced with this “accusatory glare of betrayal,” as she puts it. This dog could probably think of a million other things it would rather be doing that bathing right now.

Hello Darkness, My Old Friend

Like we’ve mentioned earlier, there’s no pain worse than knowing your humans have focused their attention on someone else. The betrayed pet will always wear the feeling in their eyes, as you can see here. And no, we don’t mean the happy puppy in this person’s lap.

Look a little closer and you’ll see the pet, whose look of betrayal hides in the shadows that he has voluntarily banished himself too once this puppy entered their lives. He probably hopes that his brooding will spark some sympathy in his humans. We know it worked on us.