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Cats are unique animals and their behavior is proof of that. Among some of your curiosities we highlight the fact of burying food, objects and even your feces, but why do they do that?
In this article we will explain you in detail why cats bury their feces, something innate in its nature. But don't worry, if your cat doesn't, we'll explain why.
Everything you should know about cats and strange habits, you can find it here at PeritoAnimal.
The cat, a very clean animal
To begin with, you must know that the cat is an animal. clean by nature that feels comfortable in a hygienic environment. Proof of this (and of its intelligence) is the ability to urinate and defecate inside the litter box, a behavior that is not only found indoors, as a wild cat does not urinate anywhere, only in the place that considered as their territory.
It is for this reason that many cats usually urinate throughout the house when they are adopted. If this is your case, don't hesitate to consult our article to find out how to prevent your cat from urinating at home.
But the cat does not cover its feces just for hygiene, there is a reason for the cat to have this behavior. Keep reading!
Cats that bury their feces
Cats, like dogs, bury their feces for a very simple reason: want to cover the smell. But the reason goes beyond hygiene: cats cover their feces so that other predators or members of their species cannot locate your territory.
By burying the droppings, the cat considerably reduces the smell, making us understand that they are not a threat to anyone passing through the same territory. It's a sign of submission.
If, on the other hand, the cat has soft feces, find out what the causes and solutions can be in this article by PeritoAnimal.
Cats that don't bury their feces
Unlike cats who bury their feces, there are also those who want to make it clear that this territory is your property. They usually do it in high places: beds, sofas, chairs... so that the smell can expand better and the message is clear and effective.
In any case, if your cat does not use the litter box, inform yourself properly as some animals that are ill or do not have their litter box clean will not want to use it.