Unraveling the Mysteries of Strange Cat Behaviors

Litter for Lunch?

Considering the dry food and treats that most pet cats receive, it's surprising that cats would resort to exploring their litter box for a midnight snack.

Many veterinary experts believe that this behavior may stem from a medical condition called anemia, where the body doesn't produce enough red blood cells or the cells don't function properly. The desire for litter as food could also be a sign of pica, a condition characterized by the consumption of non-food items. Pica is often caused by mineral deficiencies or even boredom. This rather... well, unappetizing behavior is particularly common among kittens.