A simple explanation could be that she never realized how fun they were before. I have a young cat who has been around cardboard boxes all his young life and never messed with them.
Then one day, after I threw a box on the floor, it was suddenly interesting. Now he loves to hide in them, push them around, chew on them, etc. Maybe she saw you throw one away for the first time, and it was suddenly awesome to play with?
Jul 20, 2009 Rating
yowling cat by: Anonymous
my cat (18 yrs) doesn't do anything with toilet paper rolls or anything else, but he is doing the yowling like a cat in heat. Did I mention HE? He was neutered at 6 mos, and has displayed normal cat behavior all along.
But he started this yowling in the last 1 1/2 years. It's very irritating, especially in the middle of the night. Any ideas?
Apr 22, 2009 Rating
Cats Huh! by: Tiffany
Well, first off, let me just say that I am still laughing from the Homeward Bound comment. Luv it! As far as your little lady goes, it's a definite head scratcher.
I have seen this behavior displayed many times in my 4-leggers, but normally begin seeing it long before the age of 17. Maybe you are right. Maybe she is getting a little senile.
But, at her age (119 in human years for Pete's sake), I think you are also right in saying, "What's the harm?"
If it makes her happy & isn't hurting her, let her continue on with the toilet paper roll. Thanks for sharing!
