Cat Won’t Get in Carrier for Vets, Owner Has Hilarious Solution
Summary
A woman shared a video on TikTok showing her cat sitting calmly inside a clear storage box at the vet’s office after refusing to enter its carrier. Experts say cats like enclosed spaces like boxes because they feel safe, which can lower their stress.Key Facts
- The TikTok video has over 1.2 million views and 116,000 likes.
- The video shows a tabby cat inside a clear storage box instead of a pet carrier.
- Cats prefer enclosed spaces because these provide comfort and security.
- A 2014 study of shelter cats found that cats with hiding boxes showed less stress over time.
- Cats without boxes showed more stress and varied reactions.
- Owners and vets sometimes use creative alternatives like mesh hampers or pillowcases to transport cats.
- Research suggests hiding boxes help cats settle faster but more studies are needed on their long-term effects.
- The video sparked many comments from cat owners sharing their experiences with carriers.
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