While videos of cats doing silly things on the internet are hilarious, it's much less funny when it's your own cat. This is especially the case when they knock over something expensive or important to you.
But why do cats knock over objects? Is it only a game? Is there a real explanation behind this behavior?
A habit related to their instincts
In the wild, cats play with their prey. Domestic cats have kept this instinct. So, any object can quickly become interesting and transform into prey for them to hunt.
Cats are also tactile and curious creatures. They learn a lot about objects by touching them with their paws. They also find it particularly fascinating to watch an object fall.
In addition, cats have learned that knocking over objects attracts their owner's attention. Just like a naughty child, they act this way in order to attract our attention when they are bored.
How do I prevent my cat from doing this?
Alas, if your cat has had this habit for years, it will be difficult to change it! However, if you catch it before this behavior takes root, you should try to ignore your cat when they make something fall.
If you ignore your cat when they knock over an object, they will probably tire of their little game. They would not be getting the reaction they were expecting.
This article might also interest you: Why does my cat do that? 7 cat behaviors explained
Does your cat like to knock over objects?
Source: iheartcats.com
