Cats have been living with humans for thousands of years, but still amaze with their unusual behavior and abilities. Sometimes their actions seem ridiculous and ridiculous, and it is difficult for them to find a reasonable explanation.
With their antics, they can bring the owner to white heat or cause him an attack of violent fun. Why are they acting like that? What makes them throw things off the table, crawl into tight boxes, and do other strange things?
Why do cats throw things off the table?
In such a bizarre manner, a hunting instinct manifests itself in a cat. She checks to see if any little thing gives signs of life, if she tries to run away. But cats are smart animals, and they quickly realize that you can’t expect a good hunt from these trinkets. Nevertheless, they continue to throw off things, if only because they are bored, and this activity is interesting in itself. Especially if the owner reacts violently. Later, when the cat realizes that the thrown thing guarantees the owner’s interest, she uses this technique to attract attention.
Why cats are not indifferent to cardboard boxes?
In a small enclosed space inside the box, the cat feels safe. From all sides it seems to be surrounded by walls that protect it. It seems to her that this place belongs to her, and she completely controls it. It was even noticed that cats are better and faster mastered by new owners, if you give them a cardboard box. In addition, the owners themselves often encourage such behavior. At the sight of a cat squeezed into a box, they express delight and tenderness. Cats like it. An additional bonus is that in a confined space heat is well preserved, and cats like to soak up in a warm place.
Why cats are afraid of cucumbers?
It’s not the cucumber that scares the cats. They are frightened by the fact that some unfamiliar object unexpectedly appeared next to them. Usually the owners quietly put it while the cat is eating. She turns and sees that something unknown secretly crept up to her and is now so close that there is no time for analyzing the situation and careful investigation. Instinct prompts to rebound immediately, because from his point of view, life can be in danger. The panic is also enhanced by the fact that the cucumber in this case resembles a snake. It is long and dark, creeping quietly and imperceptibly. For a cat, this is a stressful situation that she does not immediately forget about. If such entertainment is repeated, the apartment no longer seems to her a safe place.
Why do cats hate to wash?
Cats do not like the feeling of wet hair. Usually its upper layer somehow repels water, but after bathing it completely gets wet. Because of this, cats feel heavy and clumsy rather than dexterous and graceful. In addition, wet hair does not allow them to maintain a high body temperature, so after washing they are still cold for a long time. Adds unpleasant emotions and the fact that the owner does not ask whether the cat wants to swim or not. He just takes it and washes it, while she herself wants to decide what to do and what not. She also prefers to always be able to change her mind and leave.
Why do cats always land on their feet?
In fact, this does not always happen, but usually it is. The cats have a well-developed vestibular apparatus, they are easily oriented in space, and even when they fall, they understand where the top and bottom. In addition, they have a very flexible body. This allows them to quickly navigate and take the right position. Cats are small and light animals. In addition, when they fall, they spread their legs and take a pose resembling a parachute. This reduces the likelihood of death when they fall out of windows. Curious is the fact that a cat that fell from the 6th floor and above is more likely to survive. Reasonably, of course. This is because when falling from such a height, she has more time to prepare for landing.
Why do cats sleep a lot?
It is genetic in them. The distant ancestors of cats slept all day in order to have enough energy in the evening for intensive hunting. This was especially important in the cold season, when it was more difficult to find food, and more energy was required to maintain body temperature. This is not true for domestic cats, but they sleep longer even in cold or rainy weather. There is another reason that wild animals did not have. This is boredom. When the cat is alone at home and has nothing to do, she can pass the time, plunged into a sweet dream. However, it is not always that when a cat looks asleep, it really does sleep soundly. She can just doze off and be ready at any moment to move on to action. Nevertheless, even if you provide the cat with an interesting pastime, it will not be cheerful and active all day. It is normal for her to sleep 13-16 hours a day, and sleep disturbance will lead to illness.
Why do cats sometimes walk sideways?
It happens that a cat arches its back, turns sideways and in this position runs up to something. Sometimes she jumps at the same time. It’s funny for people to look at it, but the cat is counting on a different reaction. She does this in order to seem big and scary. Taking such a position and rushing at the enemy, she hopes to intimidate him. It can be an element of the game, although the goal is the same – to look awesome. Here they are, cats – funny and amazing.
Their behavior is sometimes inexplicable, but it only adds to their charm.
