{"id":6343,"date":"2025-04-15T08:19:16","date_gmt":"2025-04-15T08:19:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.petbnb.nl\/?p=6343"},"modified":"2025-10-10T15:35:44","modified_gmt":"2025-10-10T15:35:44","slug":"10-rare-dingen-die-alleen-katten-doen-en-waarom-ze-dat-doen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.petbnb.nl\/en\/10-weird-things-that-only-cats-do-and-why-they-do-them\/","title":{"rendered":"10 crazy cat behaviors explained"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Cats are fascinating, mysterious and sometimes delightfully strange. In this guide, you'll find 10 crazy cat behaviors that every owner will recognize - with a brief explanation of why cats do them and what's in it for you.<\/p>\n

1. Night zoomies: sprints at 03:00<\/h2>\n

Suddenly you hear galloping paws through the house, followed by a pause and another sprint. Cats are twilight active; around early morning and evening they are most energetic, and that built-up energy erupts at night.<\/p>\n

2. Irresistible boxes<\/h2>\n

Just opened the package and your cat is already in it. Boxes feel safe and sheltered and are perfect vantage points for observing your surroundings without being seen yourself.<\/p>\n

\"Crazy<\/figure>\n

3. The cat wink<\/h2>\n

That slow, dreamy blinking is, in cat language, a sign of trust and affection. Blinking back is allowed - it strengthens your bond.<\/p>\n

4. Lying on your laptop<\/h2>\n

Warmth, your scent and guaranteed attention make your keyboard irresistible. Offer a warm, soft spot next to you as an alternative. Also read: 8 dogs or cats that express their need for attention in a special way while working from home<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Typical<\/figure>\n

5. 'Burying' food<\/h2>\n

Scraping next to the food bowl? Primal instinct to hide or mark food; sometimes it also just means \"I don't want this right now.\"<\/p>\n

6. Licking your face or nibbling your hair<\/h2>\n

Licking is grooming behavior and thus a sign of affection: you are part of the family. Setting boundaries can be done with a gentle redirect to a toy.<\/p>\n

\"Crazy<\/figure>\n

7. The hindquarters facing you<\/h2>\n

Sounds uncharming, but this is precisely trust: cats show their vulnerable backs only to those with whom they feel safe.<\/p>\n

8. Kneading with the legs<\/h2>\n

Rhythmic trapping comes from the kitten period (letting milk flow). In adult cats, it means: I feel relaxed and safe.<\/p>\n

\"Typical<\/figure>\n

9. Staring at 'nothing'<\/h2>\n

Hypersensitive vision and hearing: dusts, shadows or soft sounds that we do not notice attract their attention and hunting instinct.<\/p>\n

10. Sleeping in seemingly uncomfortable places<\/h2>\n

High, warm or sheltered usually feels safer to cats than \"soft.\" Comfort for humans is not always comfort for cats. Also discover the meaning of these 6 sleeping postures of your cat<\/a>. Need to get away from home? Read how long your cat can be alone and what you can do if you are gone longer<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"Crazy<\/figure>\n

Recognizable? What does your cat do?<\/h2>\n

Cats remain delightful quirky<\/a>. What crazy things does your cat do? Share your story and tag us @Petbnb_en.<\/p>\n

Going on vacation? Book a loving babysitter through a cat sitter at home<\/a> or read Which is better: cat boarding or staying home<\/a>. Find your perfect cat sitter<\/a> and travel with peace of mind.<\/p>\n

Find a cat sitter<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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