Why Do Cats Like Cardboard Boxes?
Every cat owner in the UK knows that most KittyKit toys simply can’t compare to the allure of a cardboard box. This magic 4-walled enclosure seems to have the power to attract cats like bees to honey.
So what’s behind the magic? Why are our feline friends so drawn to boxes and other enclosed objects, such as bags, laundry baskets, dresser drawers, suitcases or even backpacks?
According to science a “Cats like boxes because they are cryptic animals which means they like to hide. A box gives them a place of safety and security.” Seeking out confined spaces is an instinctual behavior for cats.
While inside a box, a cat feels a sense of security because they cannot be snuck up on from behind or the side. A hiding space allows them to watch the world around them without being seen. KittyKit does has some cool cat beds in stock to suit all furs.
Boxes also provide cats with a cozy, safe place to sleep, which is very important given that the felines sleep for up to 16 or more hours a day.
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