"Demand will be high as many will want to test the kitten's skills (they are excellent paper shredders)," Uber said in a press release, noting that there will be a "kittens" option in its app.

The service warned users to make sure the boss is okay with the cuteness.

Bad cat puns abound.

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"If you're smitten for a kitten or are looking for a new purr-sonal assistant just ask the local shelter representative assisting with your kitten delivery," the release said. "Every kitten has a purrfect pedigree, and is just looking to get their feet wet (not literally) with an entry-level position. Check out some of our top cat-didates' profiles below, and consider hiring one today."


The cat-idates boast skills including a specialization in string theory, assistance with nap studies and promises to go out on a limb for employers.