Cats like boxes mainly because of genetic reasons. Boxes provide a sense of security, stimulate curiosity, are warmer, can polish nails, and can relieve their mood. For the above reasons, owners can buy some box toys for cats to play with or prepare some paper boxes. However, when preparing a carton for your cat, you need to be careful to remove staples or other sharp parts to prevent accidental injury to your cat. The tape or other glue on some boxes should also be removed, otherwise it is likely to cause intestinal obstruction.

1. Genetic reasons

When cats’ ancestors lived in the wild, they would sleep in tree holes or stone caves. Because cats' bodies are relatively soft, it is easier to get into these small places. At the same time, they can avoid ferocious beasts catching themselves and gain a sense of security. Although today’s cats have been raised by families, this inheritance has been preserved to this day.

2. The box has a sense of security

Cats are animals that lack a sense of security, and the space in the box is relatively airtight and highly concealed, which will make the cat feel A sense of security and a good place to hide.

3. Curiosity prompts

Cats are particularly curious. Anything they have never been exposed to can arouse their strong curiosity. So I like to get into the box and see what's inside.

4. Boxes are warmer

Cartons are excellent thermal insulation materials. The small space allows cats to curl up and help them keep warm. For cats, , the box is also a great place to sleep.

5. It can grind nails

Both the material and the hardness of the carton are very suitable for cats to use to sharpen their claws. Therefore, for cats, cardboard boxes are also a good "holy place" to sharpen their claws.

6. It can relieve the mood

When a cat is in a bad mood, there is a special kind of comfort in the box, which can relieve boredom and make the mood happy.