{"id":69181,"date":"2025-11-25T14:32:41","date_gmt":"2025-11-25T06:32:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ladynpet.com\/us\/?p=69181"},"modified":"2026-03-09T14:40:33","modified_gmt":"2026-03-09T06:40:33","slug":"why-do-cats-bring-you-dead-animals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ladynpet.com\/us\/blog\/why-do-cats-bring-you-dead-animals\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Do Cats Bring You Mice or Dead Animals as a Gift?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t<div class=\"img has-hover x md-x lg-x y md-y lg-y\" id=\"image_69191\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"img-inner dark\" >\n\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1020\" height=\"765\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ladynpet.com\/prod\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Gemini_Generated_Image_86e2uq86e2uq86e2.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"why do cats bring you dead animals\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.ladynpet.com\/prod\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Gemini_Generated_Image_86e2uq86e2uq86e2.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.ladynpet.com\/prod\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Gemini_Generated_Image_86e2uq86e2uq86e2-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.ladynpet.com\/prod\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Gemini_Generated_Image_86e2uq86e2uq86e2-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.ladynpet.com\/prod\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Gemini_Generated_Image_86e2uq86e2uq86e2-24x18.png 24w, https:\/\/cdn.ladynpet.com\/prod\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Gemini_Generated_Image_86e2uq86e2uq86e2-36x27.png 36w, https:\/\/cdn.ladynpet.com\/prod\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Gemini_Generated_Image_86e2uq86e2uq86e2-48x36.png 48w, https:\/\/cdn.ladynpet.com\/prod\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Gemini_Generated_Image_86e2uq86e2uq86e2-510x383.png 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#image_69191 {\n  width: 100%;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"gap-1423757871\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-1423757871 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<h2><span style=\"color: #f29c9f;\"><b>Key Takeaways<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"is-divider divider clearfix\" style=\"max-width:700px;\"><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Not Hunger:<\/b> They aren&#8217;t bringing it to eat; they are following a &#8220;hunt &amp; carry&#8221; instinct.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The Teacher Theory:<\/b> Your cat might think you are a clumsy kitten who needs to learn how to hunt.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Safe Zone:<\/b> They bring prey home because it&#8217;s the safest place to eat or store it (away from other predators).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Gift of Love:<\/b> It can be a sign of affection and inclusion in their pack.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Don&#8217;t Scold:<\/b> Never punish them. 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It is critical to understand that this hunting behavior is usually <\/span><b>not driven by hunger<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Domestic cats are, by nature, one of the most proficient hunters on the planet. Even when they no longer rely on hunting for survival, they retain a powerful &#8220;prey drive&#8221; from their wild ancestors. This instinct must be satisfied, whether through catching toys, chasing shadows, or capturing actual live prey.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 100%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most commonly cited reasons for <\/span><b>why do cats bring you dead animals<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> include:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\t<div id=\"gap-1852587251\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-1852587251 {\n  padding-top: 15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<h3><b>1. The Mother Cat Instinct (Teaching You)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>In the wild, mother cats bring dead or injured prey to their kittens to teach them how to eat and kill. When your cat presents you with a dead mouse, they may view you as a beloved\u2014but terribly incompetent\u2014member of their family. They\u2019ve noticed you never catch your own mice, so they are trying to teach you survival skills. This is especially common in spayed female cats.<\/p>\n\t<div id=\"gap-1188591125\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-1188591125 {\n  padding-top: 15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<h3><strong>2. Territory Safety (The Safe Zone)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 100%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many experts believe that a cat bringing home prey isn&#8217;t necessarily a &#8220;gift&#8221; at all, but a practical matter of security. Home, or the front porch, is your cat\u2019s safe, reliable &#8220;core territory.&#8221; They bring the catch back to this secure zone to prevent other animals from stealing it. Once the prey is secured, a well-fed domestic cat may simply lose interest in the deceased animal, preferring their usual delicious cat food, and abandon it. This instinct to secure prey in a safe spot also explains <\/span><b>why do stray cats bring you dead animals<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, as they often drag their kill to the doorway of a trusted human or a temporary, safe shelter.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\t<div id=\"gap-2114981955\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-2114981955 {\n  padding-top: 15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<h3><strong>3. The Gift of Love (Seeking Praise)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 100%;\">Some research suggests that cats bring you items they believe you would appreciate, as a means of expressing love, gratitude, or seeking acknowledgement. They want approval and praise from their owner. From a cat\u2019s perspective, when an owner immediately picks up the prey and &#8220;stores&#8221; it (by putting it in the trash), the cat may mistakenly believe the human is highly appreciative of the &#8220;gift.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n\t<div id=\"gap-1118661175\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-1118661175 {\n  padding-top: 15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<h3><b>4. Marking Territory and Simple Play<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 100%;\">The act of leaving a corpse behind can also be a warning to other potential predators: &#8220;A better hunter lives here.&#8221; Additionally, hunting can be purely a form of play. The cat may have successfully caught the small, moving creature, but once the &#8220;toy&#8221; stops working, they lose interest and discard it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Why Do Stray Cats Bring You Dead Animals?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>If a stray cat leaves a dead mouse at your door, it is a significant sign of trust. They are contributing to the colony (your house) in exchange for the food or shelter you provide. It\u2019s their way of paying rent.<\/p>\n\t<div class=\"img has-hover x md-x lg-x y md-y lg-y\" id=\"image_69193\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"img-inner dark\" >\n\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1020\" height=\"765\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ladynpet.com\/prod\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Gemini_Generated_Image_e9xu0ge9xu0ge9xu.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.ladynpet.com\/prod\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Gemini_Generated_Image_e9xu0ge9xu0ge9xu.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.ladynpet.com\/prod\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Gemini_Generated_Image_e9xu0ge9xu0ge9xu-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.ladynpet.com\/prod\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Gemini_Generated_Image_e9xu0ge9xu0ge9xu-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.ladynpet.com\/prod\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Gemini_Generated_Image_e9xu0ge9xu0ge9xu-24x18.png 24w, https:\/\/cdn.ladynpet.com\/prod\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Gemini_Generated_Image_e9xu0ge9xu0ge9xu-36x27.png 36w, https:\/\/cdn.ladynpet.com\/prod\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Gemini_Generated_Image_e9xu0ge9xu0ge9xu-48x36.png 48w, https:\/\/cdn.ladynpet.com\/prod\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Gemini_Generated_Image_e9xu0ge9xu0ge9xu-510x383.png 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#image_69193 {\n  width: 100%;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"gap-1552232298\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-1552232298 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<h2><span style=\"color: #f29c9f;\"><b>What To Do When Your Cat Brings You A Dead Animals<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"is-divider divider clearfix\" style=\"max-width:700px;\"><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 100%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knowing <\/span><b>what to do when cats bring home dead or live animals<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is essential for both your cat\u2019s welfare and your peace of mind.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\t<div id=\"gap-1481720727\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-1481720727 {\n  padding-top: 15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<h3><b>Never Punish or Scold Your Cat<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 100%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most important rule is <\/span><b>never punish or yell at your cat.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Hunting is a natural, instinctive behavior. Scolding them will not stop the hunting\u2014it will only cause stress and confusion, potentially leading to other undesirable behaviors. Your cat will not understand what they did wrong; they only understand that their valued family member reacted negatively to a natural act. Remain calm and avoid overreacting when they present you with prey.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\t<div id=\"gap-265977988\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-265977988 {\n  padding-top: 15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<h3><b>Safe Removal of Dead Animals<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 100%;\">To prevent your cat from getting an upset stomach or parasites from eating the prey, you should safely dispose of the dead animal. For small creatures like mice or birds, use gloves, double-bag the animal, and dispose of it in your normal household waste. Always wash your hands thoroughly afterward.<\/span><\/p>\n\t<div id=\"gap-365866876\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-365866876 {\n  padding-top: 15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<h3><b>Handling Live Prey Safely<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 100%;\">If your cat brings home a live animal, immediately isolate your cat in another room away from the prey. Then, gently guide the animal out of the house; most will follow a clear path back outside. Keep your cat indoors for a period after the animal is safely gone. If the live animal appears injured, contact a local animal rescue organization or veterinarian for advice.<\/span><\/p>\n\t<div class=\"img has-hover x md-x lg-x y md-y lg-y\" id=\"image_69194\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"img-inner dark\" >\n\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1020\" height=\"765\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.ladynpet.com\/prod\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Gemini_Generated_Image_orplolorplolorpl.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.ladynpet.com\/prod\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Gemini_Generated_Image_orplolorplolorpl.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.ladynpet.com\/prod\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Gemini_Generated_Image_orplolorplolorpl-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.ladynpet.com\/prod\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Gemini_Generated_Image_orplolorplolorpl-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.ladynpet.com\/prod\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Gemini_Generated_Image_orplolorplolorpl-24x18.png 24w, https:\/\/cdn.ladynpet.com\/prod\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Gemini_Generated_Image_orplolorplolorpl-36x27.png 36w, https:\/\/cdn.ladynpet.com\/prod\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Gemini_Generated_Image_orplolorplolorpl-48x36.png 48w, https:\/\/cdn.ladynpet.com\/prod\/sites\/3\/2025\/11\/Gemini_Generated_Image_orplolorplolorpl-510x383.png 510w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1020px) 100vw, 1020px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n<style>\n#image_69194 {\n  width: 100%;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"gap-1090090277\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-1090090277 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<h2><span style=\"color: #f29c9f;\"><b>How to Stop Cats From Bringing Dead Animals<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"is-divider divider clearfix\" style=\"max-width:700px;\"><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 100%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While it\u2019s nearly impossible to completely stop the hunting drive, you can implement strategies to significantly reduce success rates and ensure your cat\u2019s safety. Here&#8217;s <\/span><b>how to stop your cat from bringing you dead animals<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as frequently:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\t<div id=\"gap-651155657\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-651155657 {\n  padding-top: 15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<h3><b>Restrict Outdoor Access at Peak Times<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 100%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limiting the time your cat spends outdoors reduces their opportunity to hunt. You must weigh the benefits of allowing your cat to enjoy the outdoors against the risk of them killing wildlife. If you don&#8217;t keep your cat strictly indoors, restrict their access during periods when prey is most active\u2014specifically, keep them inside during <\/span><b>dawn and dusk<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\t<div id=\"gap-573425705\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-573425705 {\n  padding-top: 15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<h3><b>Use Breakaway Collars and Bells<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 100%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your cat\u2019s hunting success relies on silence and stealth. Attaching a bell to a safety breakaway collar can significantly disrupt their quiet approach, giving potential prey a chance to escape. Ensure you use a <\/span><b>breakaway collar<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> so that if the collar gets snagged on a tree branch or fence, it will release, preventing choking.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\t<div id=\"gap-1181913932\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-1181913932 {\n  padding-top: 15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<h3><b>Remove Attractants from Your Yard<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 100%;\">Bird feeders and bird baths attract small animals to your yard, essentially setting up a hunting ground for your cat. Remove or secure any facilities that congregate your cat\u2019s natural prey. If you enjoy feeding wildlife, ensure the food sources are completely inaccessible to your cat.<\/span><\/p>\n\t<div id=\"gap-1763887304\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-1763887304 {\n  padding-top: 15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<h3><b>Adjust Their Diet<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 100%;\">Some research suggests that providing a high-quality, high-protein diet may lessen a cat&#8217;s desire to hunt. Ensure you are feeding your cat a high-quality food labeled as &#8220;complete.&#8221; Satisfying their nutritional needs can sometimes slightly suppress the urge to hunt for additional food.<\/span><\/p>\n\t<div id=\"gap-1141460866\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-1141460866 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<h2><span style=\"color: #f29c9f;\"><b>Redirecting the Prey Drive (Toys &amp; Play)<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"is-divider divider clearfix\" style=\"max-width:700px;\"><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 100%;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The natural prey drive cannot be suppressed, but it can be <\/span><b>How to Redirect the Prey Drive<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> into appropriate, interactive play. This satisfies their deep-seated instinct while also providing essential exercise and mental stimulation.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\t<div id=\"gap-2046941136\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-2046941136 {\n  padding-top: 15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<h3><b>Simulate the Full Predatory Cycle (The Hunt-Catch-Kill-Eat Routine)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Simply waving a wand isn&#8217;t enough. To truly suppress the urge to hunt live prey, you must satisfy the full biological cycle: <b data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"195\">Hunt, Catch, Kill, and Eat<\/b>. Use a wand toy to mimic the movement of a bird or mouse (stalking and chasing). Let them catch and kill the toy after a vigorous session.<\/p>\n<p><b data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"365\">Crucial Step:<\/b> Immediately after they catch the toy, give them a high-protein treat or their dinner. This final &#8220;eating&#8221; step signals to their brain that the hunt is successful and over, allowing them to relax and sleep rather than staring out the window for more prey.<\/p>\n\t<div id=\"gap-2137401714\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-2137401714 {\n  padding-top: 15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<h3><b>Use Target-Specific Toys<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 100%;\">Use toys that simulate prey, such as wand toys with feathers, battery-operated mice, or flirt poles. These toys trigger your cat\u2019s natural predatory sequence. Additionally, some cats need to simulate the &#8220;killing&#8221; blow. For these cats, provide small stuffed animals or specific &#8220;wrestle&#8221; toys they can safely shred and bunny-kick to complete the hunting sequence.<\/span><\/p>\n\t<div id=\"gap-1581002182\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-1581002182 {\n  padding-top: 15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<h3><b>Provide Mental Stimulation<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 100%;\">Cats require mental challenges. When they lack appropriate targets to chase, capture, and play with, they will seek out other outlets for their instincts, which can lead to behavioral issues. Consider using feeding puzzles or puzzle balls to consume hunting energy by making them &#8220;work&#8221; for their meals.<\/span><\/p>\n\t<div id=\"gap-1428934301\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-1428934301 {\n  padding-top: 30px;\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<h2><span style=\"color: #f29c9f;\"><b>Dispose Safely &amp; Hygiene<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"is-divider divider clearfix\" style=\"max-width:700px;\"><\/div>\n<p>Never touch the dead animal with bare hands. Wild rodents and birds often carry parasites (like fleas and ticks) or diseases (like Toxoplasmosis). Wear gloves, double-bag the carcass, and dispose of it in an outdoor bin immediately. Clean the area with an enzymatic cleaner to remove any lingering scents that might encourage them to bring prey to the same spot again.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #f29c9f;\"><b>Conclusion: Acceptance and Management<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"is-divider divider clearfix\" style=\"max-width:700px;\"><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 100%;\">Ultimately, hunting is a behavior that cats are hardwired to do, and you may never stop it completely. However, through careful management and positive redirection of their energy, you can significantly limit their success and the frequency of these unpleasant &#8220;gifts.&#8221; It\u2019s important to remember that while this behavior is messy, it is a deeply rooted communication method for your cat, driven by instinctual needs for hunting, sharing, and safety. Your best course of action is to redirect this instinct through increased interactive play and limit their access to potential prey, rather than resorting to punishment. Finally, always be sure to inform visitors or pet sitters of your cat&#8217;s hunting habits to prevent them from being startled or upset.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Key Takeaways Not Hunger: They aren&#8217;t bringing it to eat; they are following a &#8220;hunt &amp; carry&#8221; instinct. The Teacher Theory: Your cat might think you are a clumsy kitten who needs to learn how to hunt. 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