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Why Cats Leave Food in Their Bowls: The Secret Reasons Behind Cat Pickiness
02.11.2024 06:10
Many pet owners are faced with a situation where their cat does not finish eating its food.
Behavior that seems strange to a person has deep roots in the natural instincts and physiological characteristics of the animal.
Natural instincts
The wild ancestors of domestic cats hunted small prey, eating it in small portions throughout the day.
Modern pets have retained the habit of eating often and little by little. A large portion of food in a bowl contradicts the natural food instincts of the animal.
Physiological features
The cat's stomach is small and designed to digest small portions of food. The stomach capacity of an adult cat is about 50 milliliters.
An animal is physically unable to eat a large amount of food at one time.
Freshness of feed
Cats have a keen sense of smell and are sensitive to the freshness of food. Food that has been sitting in a bowl for several hours loses its appeal to the pet.
An animal may refuse food if it has lost its original aroma.
Bowl placement
The feeding place plays an important role in the cat's eating behavior. The proximity of the bowl to the litter box, noisy household appliances or passage areas of the apartment can cause stress for the animal during eating.
Quality of dishes
The material and shape of the bowl affect the pet's comfort during meals. Deep dishes can irritate the cat's sensitive whiskers.
Feed temperature
Cold food seems less attractive to cats. Food stored in the refrigerator should be warmed up to room temperature. The temperature factor is especially important when feeding natural food.
