One of the conveniences of having cats is that they use a litter box instead of needing to be let outdoors. Most cats naturally take to the box, but some can be awfully fussy! Make sure that you pay attention to the following factors when setting up your kitty’s potty palace:
- Size: Make sure you aren’t trying to get a huge cat to use a tiny box! There are many sizes of boxes available. If you have a very large cat, using a shallow storage container may be a good solution. If you have an older or handicapped pet, make sure that the sides aren’t too high for the pet to easily climb in and out of. Also, if you choose to use a hooded box, be sure your cat can posture to potty comfortably.
- Location: Be sure your box(es) are in locations that are easily accessible to your cat. There should be a litter box on each floor of your home. Also, be sure the litter box is secluded from potentially scary or distracting things such as noisy washing machines, furnaces, nosy dogs, and loud children.
- Substrate: Some cats prefer certain types of litter. You can try clumping vs. non-clumping, scented or non-scented, or even alternative types of litter such pine, wheat, or recycled newspaper. Boxes should be scooped at least daily, although some particularly high-maintenance cats may prefer even more frequent cleanings.
- Number: Every household with cats should have a litter box for each feline friend plus one! This means if you have two cats, you need three boxes.
By paying close attention to these litter box musts, you will ensure that your cats continue to enjoy their “potty time”! If you’re still having trouble getting your cat to “go,” give us a call and we can set up an appointment to discuss it.
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