Is there a scientific explanation for why cats seem to prefer concrete? (Image credit: Yulia Burmistrova via Getty Images)
Cat owners know that their furry companions can be a bit eccentric. Domestic cats have some unusual habits, from licking plastic bags to exhibiting strange behavior. Recently, some cat lovers have noticed another bizarre passion of their pets: a love of concrete. In fact, some owners have even brought their pets rectangular concrete tiles from a hardware store.
But why are cats so attached to concrete?
There are no direct scientific studies on cats and concrete. However, one expert has some theories about why some cats like to lay, scratch, and roll on concrete blocks.
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