Cat Litter Box Issues

Cat Behavior Problems With The Litter Box

© Charla Dawson

Cats with litter box problems can be challenging. Cats will avoid the litter box for many different reasons. The problem can be solved with patience and training.

Urinary problems in cats can be a medical problem or a behavior problem. If kitty is no longer urinating in the litter box call your veterinarian immediately; the longer you wait the worse the problem can become. Medical problems can range from a bacterial infection to crystals or stones. If kitty is straining in the litter box and not producing urine (can be confused with constipation) call your veterinarian immediately - this is an emergency situation.

Behavior problems are diagnosed after ruling out a medical problem. Behavior problems are especially hard to fix, but not impossible. First try to solve why the cat has decided to stop using the litter box.

There are many types of behavior problems that will cause a cat to stop using the litter box - one issue is litter box avoidance.

Problem: Cats will avoid the litter box if they find it an unacceptable place to use the bathroom. Some reasons cats avoid the litter box are:

Solution:

This is a guideline for one litter box issue. If your cat is not using the litter box talk to your veterinarian first, then try some behavior/training solutions. Contacting an animal behaviorist may also be helpful.

Related Articles: Cat Urine Issues, Cat Urinary Problems and Cats With Behavior Problems

References: Kansas Humane Society

Dr. Emily Weiss, Kansas Humane Society Animal Behaviorist


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