A cage for housing a bobcat should include which features?

• A. Only a flat floor with no elevation
• B. A tiny cage with no climbing
• C. A closed roof, hiding places, and climbing places
• D. Open roof and sparse hiding places

Answer: (C)

A bobcat needs an enclosure that provides safety, enrichment, and somewhere to retreat. A closed roof prevents escapes and protects from weather, which is essential for secure housing. Hiding places give the animal a sense of security and reduce stress, especially when handled or exposed to people. Climbing places—perches or structures at various heights—let the bobcat exercise, explore, and express natural behavior.

Without these features, the space becomes unsafe or unstimulating: a flat floor with no elevation limits natural movement and observation of the animal’s needs; a tiny cage with no climbing is too restricting and stressful; an open roof with sparse hiding places increases escape risk and provides little shelter or enrichment.