Cat Health

Cats are generally very easy to litter-box train. This is because they like to use sand or dirt to use for the bathroom and love to have something to scratch after going. Therefore, if you are having trouble getting your cat to use the litter box, then there is likely a problem.

The first thing you want to check is the number of litter boxes you have. You should have the same number as the number of cats you have, plus one extra. For example, if I have three cats, then I should have four boxes. This may seem like a lot, but it makes a big difference for cats who are picky, and also for when they are having territorial issues.

Next, you will want to see where you have been keeping your boxes. They should be placed in a fairly private area, which is also easily accessible. If you cannot put it in a private area, then you may wish to get a covered box, so that the cats can get the privacy that they crave. Additionally, do not place the litter box near where they eat or drink. You wouldn't want to be eating next to the toilet and neither do they!

Cats are very picky, finicky, and clean creatures. Generally, if they are not using the box, it is because the box is not as clean as they would like it to be. Make sure that you are thoroughly cleaning the litter box as often as you can. I try to clean it twice a day, and then do a thorough cleaning once a week.

Try to show the cat where to use the box. Simply placing the cat in their will not work. Try to gently hold the cats front paws and scratch them in the litter. This shows them that they are supposed to be scratching in there, and where they scratch, they go.

If you follow all of these tips, then you should be able to get your kitty to use the box. If none of these tips work, then your cat may have a medical condition. Urinary tract infections can cause pain when urinating, causing the cat to blame the pain on the box, and finding other places to go. Also, additional stress from things like moving house can cause the cat to generally misbehave.

I hope these tips have worked for you, they have worked for thousands of cat parents so far!

Sally writes about cat advice on her blog. If you want to know more about training a cat to use the litter box, check out our Litter Box Training page.

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