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“Trashcat Is Not Amused” meme: meaning, origin and rare card

Trashcat Is Not Amused is a series of images featuring cats or celebrities with deep disgust.

MyMemeCards editorial teamPublished 8 min read
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The “Trashcat Is Not Amused” meme, 2006

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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Trashcat Is Not Amused” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71, number 21270 of the collection, and the 210th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.

What does the “Trashcat Is Not Amused” meme mean?

This meme embodies absolute disdain and profound boredom. It is used to severely judge a situation, image, or comment deemed stupid. The dominant emotion is silent but visual rejection, clearly showing that one is unimpressed by what they are observing.

Where does the “Trashcat Is Not Amused” meme come from?

The source image comes from a photograph of a cat stuck in a trash can. This photo was posted in January 2006 on a Myspace subpage associated with LazyBoy’s project *Underwear Goes Inside the Pants*. Myspace was then central for sharing this kind of humorous content. The LOLcat format quickly gained popularity due to its visual simplicity. Users then repurposed this unimpressed expression by inserting faces of public figures into it. This adaptation allowed the meme to spread massively across American forums and imageboards like 4chan.

How to use the “Trashcat Is Not Amused” meme

  • Use it to react to an absurd proposal without saying a word.
  • Add a politician's face to show their lack of interest in a scandal.
  • Employ it when you see an internet trend that seems pointless.

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The “Trashcat Is Not Amused” card in MyMemeCards

Trashcat Is Not Amused card
NumberNo. 21270
RarityRare
CollectionMemes World series 71
Fame71/100 · #210 of 300
Recycle value10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Memes World series 71: 300 cards
  • Rare300100%

How to get the “Trashcat Is Not Amused” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Trashcat Is Not Amused comes out of the Memes World series 71 as a rare card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.

Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 10 MemeCoins.

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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details

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Frequently asked questions

What does Trashcat Is Not Amused mean?

It is a meme based on images of cats or celebrities looking disgusted. It expresses strong negative judgment.

Where does the trash can cat photo come from?

The original photo dates back to January 2006 and came from a Myspace page linked to LazyBoy’s project.

Who created the Trashcat meme?

The exact creator of the photo remains unknown. The meme developed collectively through online communities.

What is the difference with X is amused?

The 'amused' version shows happy or satisfied cats, while this one displays total contempt.

How do I get the Trashcat Is Not Amused meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Trashcat Is Not Amused” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.

How rare is the Trashcat Is Not Amused card?

It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.

Sources: TRASHCAT IS NOT AMUSED · Cats | Know Your Meme · cats › trash can Memes & GIFs · checked on October 13, 2026.

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