Why Do Well-Fed Cats Most Likely Kill Small Animals

question 27

Multiple Choice

Why do well-fed cats most likely kill small animals?

• A)They are hunting because they are still hungry.
• B)Activation of the brain circuit related to prey killing is rewarding for them.
• C)Cats are vicious creatures that will attempt to kill anything smaller than themselves.
• D)They want to please their owners and provide for them.

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