Cats
APIFree API for cat pictures sourced from Tumblr
Overview
The Cats API provides access to cat images from Tumblr, with endpoints like /v1/images/search (retrieve filtered cat pictures by breed, size, or type), /v1/breeds (get detailed breed info), and /v1/favourites (manage saved images). Responses are in JSON format. Use cases include adding cat content to apps/websites, educational breed resources, or interactive pet-lover experiences. It supports optional parameters for customization, making it flexible for personal or small-scale projects.
Example Integration (JavaScript)
fetch('https://docs.thecatapi.com/')
.then(res => res.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(err => console.error(err)); Key Features
- RESTful
- JSON support
- Cat image filtering
- Breed information endpoints
- No auth for basic access
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is the Cats API free to use?
Yes, basic access is free with rate limits. Higher rate limits and advanced features require a registered API key.
? Does it require an API Key?
Basic image retrieval doesn’t need an API key, but features like favourites management or higher rate limits do.
? What is the response format?
All responses are in JSON format, which is easy to parse for most applications.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Easy to integrate
- ⊕ Large cat image library
- ⊕ Breed-specific filters
- ⊕ Well-documented
- ⊕ Free basic usage
Cons
- ⊖ Rate-limited free tier
- ⊖ Advanced features need API key
- ⊖ Data dependent on Tumblr availability
- ⊖ No official SLA