Compared with many toys, cats seem more interested in paper balls, and they love them dearly. Whether it is toilet paper or books, they could become tools for their biting and playing. But what causes cats to have a special fondness for paper?

　　1. Boredom relief

　　Boredom is a very common reason; they simply treat it as a form of entertainment.

　　2. Satisfying hunting instincts

　　Wild cats, after catching prey, do not directly eat it but first tear and play with it for a while.

　　3. Anxiety

　　Tearing paper is also a common manifestation of anxiety.

　　4. Pica

　　Just biting paper alone cannot determine that a cat has pica. You should pay attention to your cat's behavior to see if they swallow other foreign objects. If there are no abnormalities, then pica is not the cause. You can also feed some trace element tablets appropriately to prevent pica caused by trace element deficiency.

　　How to improve cats’ paper biting behavior

　　To prevent cats from biting paper, the best method is to play with them. Playing with cats does not just mean waving a cat teaser for a while; it’s best to satisfy their hunting instincts and ensure they get enough exercise. Additionally, you can give them some toys to shift their focus. If cats still insist on tearing papers they shouldn’t, simply give them some cardboard boxes or cardboard to satisfy their desire to bite paper, but be careful to avoid accidental ingestion.

　　If you find that your cat swallows paper, the owner should pay special attention. This might be because the cat's mouth is uncomfortable (for example, gingivitis) or due to a lack of certain nutrients; therefore, if the cat has a habitual behavior of eating paper, it’s best to take them to the vet for relevant examinations. (Source：PetsZone)