Unraveling the Mysteries of Strange Cat Behaviors

Taking Food Away From the Bowl

Many owners have observed their cats grabbing a portion of wet or dry food from the bowl and disappearing, only to repeat the ritual multiple times.

So, why do some cats prefer not to eat directly from the bowl? Experts propose that this behavior stems from their instinct to safeguard their valuable food cache from other cats or potential predators, or to avoid drawing unnecessary attention to themselves (in the wild, cats act both as hunters and prey). Not being inclined towards communal eating, cats prefer consuming their meals in safer and less stressful environments.