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Why does my cat chew on wires? How to stop this dangerous habit.

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 1 year and 11 months old | 8 lbs

Why does my cat chew up wire's

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on July 28th, 2017

Many cats do. there is no specific reason for that, they just like to do it. here is something you can buy to protect your cables: https://www.amazon.co.uk/CritterCord-citrus-cable-protector-rabbits/dp/B000EH2I5O

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