Fun Holidays - International Box Day

International Box Day on June 19th is the perfect opportunity for you and your cat to spend some quality time together If you don't have a cat, you may not understand what all the fuss is about But read on anyway to unlock the secrets of International Box Day! Cats and cardboard boxes are a match made in heaven, and on International Box Day we celebrate the fun and joy of this incredible combination It's widely known that cats love boxes, and most cat owners don't know why You invite them into your soft bed, but they insist on staying in the box Why? Cats gain comfort and security in confined spaces, making crates an ideal place for them to curl up Crates provide excellent cover from predators and also help reduce stress by offering a safe area where your cat can keep an eye on everyone without being seen A recent study from Utrecht University found that cats with crates adapted more quickly to their environment, highlighting that crates may play a key role in combating the anxiety that often arises from change From a cat's point of view, the boxes have everything they need: the ideal temperature, personal space and the right level of comfort And this doesn't just apply to your little house cat Big cats like lions, tigers and pumas also love boxes Living in sanctuaries and receiving cardboard boxes, they had as much fun as your pet kitten Yes, tigers and lions jumped in and out of boxes, sat in them and generally had a great time For cats, a regular old box can keep them occupied for a long time International Box Day is our chance to celebrate this weird wedding and you can give your cat a box 1 Build a fort out of boxes for your cat Go to a supermarket or other big box store and ask if they have any extra boxes Bring them home and create the perfect play area for your cat Leave some open, others lay on their sides, and your cat will soon be conquering her new castle 2 Join your cat in a box Have you ever wondered why your cat loves the box so much? Why not find a big box and join your cat? Who knows, you might want to celebrate International Box Day more than once a year But don't be offended if your kitten prefers to be alone in the box 3 Invite your kitty friends to a party together Bring your cat-loving friends and their pets together for some great time together Collect them as many boxes of all shapes and sizes as possible and watch them have fun!