chewing boxes

funiecat

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Hi, I have a cat that loves to chew boxes and paper. this behaviour seems to exist only afer she's given birth. any idea why this is so? should i stop her?
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hissy

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It will help to get her spayed if you haven't already. It will increase her life and make her a lot more comfortable in the years ahead of her. Some cats just really like to shred paper. If your cat is eating the whole thing- paper or cardboard it could be pica and she could have a nutrient lacking in her diet. A vet visit is a good idea IF she is eating and not just shredding the stuff.
 

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One of my cats likes shredding boxes too. Its her favorite thing to do. She also started it after having her kitten. She doesn't eat the boxes though, just makes a big mess for me to clean. I have managed to teach her to only chew boxes I give her so she isn't chewing things I need.
 
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