The cat's natural instinct is to cover up their scent. In the wilds of nature, they would be safer in covering up their scent so other animals cannot detect them.
Most do, a few don't.
Mostly just cats that I am aware of.
Cats instinctively bury their waste to hide their scent from predators in the wild. However, some cats may not cover their poop if they were not properly taught or if they have a medical issue affecting their behavior.
Cats may struggle to cover their poop in the litter box due to various reasons such as discomfort, health issues, or simply not being taught proper litter box etiquette.
Cats may not cover their poop due to various reasons such as health issues, dislike of the litter box, or territorial behavior. It is important to observe your cat's behavior and consult with a veterinarian if necessary.
They want to cover up their buisness. They do not want people to know they have done a pee/poop and try to cover it up. Howver indoor cats owners always dig it up :)
Cats have a keen sense of smell and use it to learn about their environment. Smelling their own poop might help them gather information about their health, territory, or to cover up their scent. It's a natural behavior for cats to investigate their surroundings through smell.
Cats may refuse to bury their poop due to territorial behavior, feeling secure in their environment, or simply not feeling the need to cover it up. It is a natural behavior for cats to bury their waste, but some may choose not to for various reasons.
Yes, cats can poop when they are scared due to the stress response affecting their digestive system.
Cats bury their poop instinctively to hide their scent from potential predators and mark their territory.
Cats bury their poop instinctively to hide their scent from potential predators and to establish their territory.
Big cats bury their poop to hide their scent from potential predators or competitors, and to communicate with other cats in their territory.