Why do cats sleep in their litter box?
The main reason why a domestic cat might sleep in their litter box – as shown in the photograph below – is because it strongly smells of their scent due …
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3 reasons why some cats like to jump into fridges
I believe that we can dispense with one possible reason why a cat might like to jump into a fridge when the door is opened and that is because it’s …
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Cats like boxes because they are reassuring
In general, domestic cats love boxes. All domestic cats have the potential to love them. And if they don’t love boxes, they like to squeeze themselves into tight spaces for …
Cat owners’ smelly clothes are NOT a source of comfort to their cats. Discuss.
A study dated October 2021 called “The effect of owner presence and scent on stress resilience and cats” concluded that the smelly clothes of a cat’s owner do not provide …
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Why do cats crawl under blankets?
Above: My cat under the covers larking around. Photo: Michael. Domestic cats crawl under blankets to: Feel secure; Feel physically warm; Feel emotionally warm and reassured as it is likely …
Do cats trust their owners?
Yes and no is my answer. I don’t think the answer is straightforward. Firstly, a cat has to be fully socialised to become a domestic cat who is able to …
4 reasons why cats like to chill out in sinks
The question contains one of the reasons why domestic cats sometimes like to snooze or sleep inside a bathroom sink. I am referring to the phrase “chill out”. The bathroom …
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