We see many cat beds and cat trees designed with holes. Moreover, in daily life, cats really like to hide in holes. For example, shoe boxes, drawers, and so on, these are all objects cats like to hide in. But, do you know why cats like to hide in holes? What is the reason behind this?

　　Scientific analysis shows that cats’ liking for hiding in holes is not formed in a short time. Cats developed the habit of hiding over a long period, just like humans gradually learned to walk upright during evolution. Long ago, cats used to sleep in Shandong and in tree holes and rock crevices. Cats themselves have a soft physique, so they mastered the skill of "bone contraction," which helps them catch mice and find food more easily. Another reason is that cats hide in tree holes and rock crevices for safety; large animals and wild beasts cannot get in.

　　The reason cats like hiding in boxes is also due to their personality. Cats are "security seekers." Especially before being domesticated, to better protect themselves and avoid attacks from other animals, cats developed the habit of hiding in crevices. Even after becoming pets, this habit in cats has not changed.

　　Although cats have been domesticated for many years, their innate habit of hiding in narrow spaces has not changed. In life, cats will peek into small spaces like door cracks and paper boxes. Since there are no tree holes or rock crevices in their owner’s home, other objects with narrow spaces become targets for cats, such as paper boxes and paper bags. When cats go inside and feel very comfortable, they are reluctant to come out and often start to sleep comfortably.