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The Cat API

Fun & Media

Random cat images, breeds, and image search.

The Cat API returns random cat images and breed metadata; free API keys available for hobby projects.

Details

Auth Type
API Key (x-api-key)
Rate Limit
Per key free
Pricing
Free
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Step 1: Save your provider key

This is NOT your Callio key. Enter the API key from the provider's dashboard (e.g. OpenAI/SendGrid).

Getting Started

1

Try It Instantly

Click "Try It" above to test the API in the playground

2

Add to Your Agent

Click "Add to Agent" to get your API key and integrate

Common Use Cases

Demo data
Entertainment
Widgets

💻 Code Examples

Get started quickly with these code examples in your favorite language

curl -X GET \
  'https://www.callio.dev/api/proxy/thecatapi/forward?target=https%3A%2F%2Fapi.thecatapi.com%2Fv1%2Fendpoint' \
  -H 'Authorization: Bearer YOUR_CALLIO_KEY' \
  -H 'Content-Type: application/json'

💡 Tip: Replace YOUR_CALLIO_KEY with your actual Callio API key from the dashboard.

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