Why do cats like to squat in boxes?

I believe that as long as you are a cat-raising family, as long as there are boxes at home, whether they are cardboard boxes, glove boxes or suitcases, cats will love to get into these boxes. Even when the box can no longer accommodate the cat’s body, they still want to get in, as if the box is something they can never discard in their lives.

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Reason 1: Too cold
When cats feel cold, they will get into some boxes with small spaces. The narrower the space, the more they can squeeze themselves together, which can also have a certain heating effect.
In fact, you can modify an unwanted shoe box at home and put a blanket inside the box to make a simple cat nest for your cat.
Reason 2: Curiosity leads to
Cats are naturally curious, which leads them to be interested in various boxes at home.
In particular, cats are more interested in unfamiliar boxes that have just been brought home by the poop scooper. Anyway, no matter whether there is something in the box or not, the cat will go in and take a look. If there is nothing, the cat will rest inside for a while. If there is anything, the cat will have a good fight with the things in the box.
Reason three: Want personal space
The small space of the box makes it easy for the cat to feel the feeling of being squeezed while enjoying a comfortable rest time.
Moreover, the way cats look in a daze in the box is very cute, and it feels like they are truly “living” in their own world.
Reason 4: Protect yourself
In the eyes of cats, as long as they hide their bodies tightly in the box, they can avoid unknown attacks.
This is also one of the habits of cats. Because cats are solitary animals, they are particularly concerned about their own safety. At this time, some small spaces become good places for them to hide.
Even in very safe indoors, cats will subconsciously look for places to hide. It must be said that their “life-preserving awareness” is really strong.
Therefore, poop scrapers can prepare a few more cardboard boxes at home. I believe cats will definitely like them.

 


Post time: Oct-13-2023