Out with the new, and long live recycling! One might almost believe that our cats are born environmentalists, sensitive to the cause of the environment. But let's calm down, the reality is somewhat different since it is the cat's instinct that drives it to monopolize any cardboard box.
Moreover, no matter the size of your packaging, your cat jumps on it every time you return from shopping. If your little companion loves cardboard boxes so much, it is certainly because they represent an ideal hiding place. In nature, as an experienced hunter, a cat must be able to hide to observe its prey. Lacking a bush or a rock, at home, our cats are thrilled to have cardboard boxes or packaging as a hiding place. Feel free to make holes inside so that it can observe its surroundings, the goal being to see without being seen.
Endless play sessions
You may have noticed that when there are at least two cats, they go even crazier for cardboard. They then chase each other in the form of a game, hiding inside the boxes in turn. You can let your imagination run wild by stacking several boxes or customizing them to create a dream play area for your pet.
A great way to relax
It has been proven that cardboard has a calming effect on cats. They like being able to hide and feel safe in case of conflict. A well-known Dutch study was conducted on 19 cats in a shelter. They were placed separately in spaces with or without cardboard boxes. The result is quite surprising, as the cats with access to cardboard boxes appeared more relaxed than the others and had better interactions with humans. We can therefore conclude that boxes and packaging can be good allies against anxiety in our little companions.
The ideal bedding
Cats love cramped spaces that guarantee them comfort and security. In addition, cardboard has the advantage of retaining heat well. Sleeping in a cardboard box is therefore the perfect solution for our little companion, as it allows them to stay warm and feel protected from external threats. The packaging is then considered a nest or cocoon. In fact, we notice that our cats can stay in them for several hours a day without moving. Finally, if the cardboard is not too soft, it can even serve as a scratching post for your little companion (and therefore potentially save your furniture!).
Is your cat crazy about cardboard?
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