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Om Saraswat

BIZARRE: Why do cats knock things off the table | Mind Blowing Facts

Cats are known for their playful and curious nature, and knocking things off tables is one of the behaviors many cat owners notice. You might see your cat staring at an object on the table, gently tapping it with their paw, and then slowly pushing it until it falls to the floor. While this may seem funny or frustrating, there are several natural reasons why cats do this.

One of the main reasons is curiosity. Cats explore their environment differently than humans. Instead of using their hands like we do, they use their paws to touch and test objects. When they see something on a table or shelf, they often want to understand what it is and how it moves. If the object falls and makes a sound, it becomes even more interesting for them.

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