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Why is my cat eating cardboard boxes? Should I be worried about it?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 3 years and 1 month old | 8 lbs

why does my cat eat cardboard?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on September 7th, 2019

Cats can chew cardboard for many reasons: Underlying dental problem Boredom Stress Predatory behavior Marking territory Dietary deficiency Obsessive compulsive disorder I suggest you have Misha to your vet to rule out a medical condition first.

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