Why does my Abyssinian open drawers and cabinets?

It's part explorer, part tiny furry locksmith - your Abyssinian is basically a feline parkour artist with a mission. These cats are incredibly curious and intelligent, so they see a closed drawer or cabinet as a challenge to solve, not a barrier. They likely discovered that a paw hook or a little body weight can pop it open, and now they're hooked on the thrill of the reveal. I'd recommend childproof latches or simply accepting that your socks will now be organized by cat standards, which means all over the floor.

I see it as a sign of a very engaged, clever cat who's figured out that pushing or pulling a handle leads to new territories. They're not trying to be destructive-they're just testing their environment and enjoying the mental game of getting into new spaces. A lot of owners find that providing puzzle feeders or interactive toys that require similar paw-work satisfies that urge without the cabinet chaos.

Smart cats get bored. Drawers and cabinets are puzzles with a reward inside - a new hiding spot or an interesting object to bat around.