Every cat is always looking something interesting to do. Maybe she’s just bored, and has found that the sound the cardboard makes while she chews it is super fun!
It might be hard to imagine your cute domestic cat as a predator – but she is one. The process of ripping up cardboard will satisfy your cat’s prey drive.
All cats are territorial, and many of them will be using a cardboard box to mark their turf. If your cat is not showing aggression related to being territorial – a cardboard box is probably a safe place for her to make a stand.
Your cat chewing on the cardboard might be her attempt to redesign it – maybe she is trying to make it more comfortable. Seems like you might have a feline artist!
1. Redirect her behavior by giving her new toys to play with. 2. Remove the cardboard out of your cat’s reach. 3. Discourage your cat’s drive to chew cardboard by using a spray that will make cardboard taste bitter.