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The reasons suggested are

1. Cats are ambush predators and have a tendency to like small places they could stalk prey from

2. Cats like to go to safe places where they can be alone, when they feel uncomfortable around humans or other pets

3. Cats prefer warmer temperatures than humans, and boxes keep them warmer

It seems then that the ultimate cat box would be heated, and in a location that both lets them look at everyone else, but also feel secluded enough, like maybe up high on the wall. Or maybe a two-part heated box, one facing the room, the other more private.




And inevitably, if one were to construct such a box the cat would not use it.


They'd probably prefer the box it shipped in. Not because it's more suitable, but just to be contrary.




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