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A Tortoiseshell Cat and a Bunny Both Claimed the Same Cardboard Box

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It is the kind of box no cat can resist. A mottled brown and black tortoiseshell cat sits tucked inside a cardboard carton, her face tilted with a curious look, and next to her a cream lop-eared bunny shares the space with ears drooping and eyes wide. Behind them, a pile of clothes, a gray blanket and a leafy houseplant fill a sunlit room. The box flaps lean at odd angles, and a small scrap of paper has been batted to the floor, a sign that the cat has already tested it out.

Cats love boxes, and there are some good reasons. A box offers a feeling of security, a cozy warm spot and a good hiding place. Having a place to hide can help cats feel calmer, which is why many shelters offer cats boxes. Choose a sturdy one and remove any tape or staples before letting your pet inside.

Bunnies, too, are prey animals that feel safest when they have a hiding place. A cardboard box with a hole cut in the side can make an excellent hideaway for a rabbit, and it can be chewed safely as long as it has no glue or ink. Rotate the boxes often, since they wear out quickly.

The box is full, the room is warm and everybody is happy. When it comes to the best seats in the house, a cardboard box wins every time. Every box is better with a friend. Nobody can resist a good box.

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