Why Cats Eat Grass: Scientists Finally Solve the 12-Year Mystery of Feline Plant Behavior

Why Cats Eat Grass: Scientists Finally Solve the 12-Year Mystery of Feline Plant Behavior

For over a decade, researchers have been studying why cats eat grass, and the answer is far more fascinating than an upset stomach. New evidence suggests cats are performing an ancient, hardwired behavior passed down through millions of years of evolution—one that may serve multiple purposes from parasite control to hairball management.