Why are my cats not using the litterbox?

Why do you have to buy an extra litter box for cats to use?

You should already have at least one litterbox for your cats to use and normally, unless you have more than three cats, one litterbox is enough.

How many litter boxes for two cats?

one litterbox per cat

What does it mean if your cats paw smells?

They probably just stepped in something smelly, a litterbox maybe?

Why is my kitten not using the litterbox?

There are several reasons why your kitten may not be using the litterbox. It could be due to stress, a dirty litterbox, a medical issue, or a preference for a different type of litter. It's important to observe your kitten's behavior and consult with a veterinarian to determine the underlying cause and find a solution.

How do you keep bugs from your child's sandbox without harming her and your pets?

Start with clean, sifted sand that is available at garden centers.Cover the sandbox when it is not being used. This will prevent bugs from settling in and also prevent cats from using the sandbox as a litterbox.

Are squirrels trainable?

Yes, but it is very hard. They're not like cats where you can just show them the litterbox and they starting using it. I suggest not to. They wan't to live free in the wild.

Why is your cat spraying in his litterbox instead of urinating?

He probably feels insecure of his territory and needs to mark it, there are probably some male cats around.

How big should the litterbox be for a Persian Cat?

2 feet square should be ample. Cats don't need tons of room to do their business in.

My male rabbit just turned 5 months and decided he does not want to use his litter box all the time why?

I do not know rabbits; I know cats. This info pertains to cats, and I'm only listing it to give you a start. There are many websites available to help, so search "rabbit litter box" "rabbit rescue" "pet rabbit behavior" for more related suggestions. With cats, there can be many reasons they choose to avoid the litterbox. Is this new behavior, or has the he recently developed problems? First, you should have a veterinarian check to make sure there are no medical problems involved. Cats can avoid litterboxes because of urinary infections and other illnesses. After you rule out illness, you need to consider other issues. Is there a new family member? Is there increased stress in your household? Could he be stressed or trying to get your attention? Are you keeping the litterbox clean enough for him? Cats can be extremely picky. Some cats need at least two litterboxes. Some will only urinate in one box and poo in another. Some will not use a litterbox with even one previous mess in it. Maybe your rabbit needs a cleaner litterbox. Perhaps the litterbox is in the wrong place. Is it somewhere where he might feel threatened or can't escape, like a corner or high-traffic area? Is it someplace that smells like another pet? When he doesn't use the litterbox, is he going in the same spot(s)? Perhaps you need to move the litterbox there and add another litterbox if there's more than one regular spot. Cats are predators and rabbits are prey, so their behavior and needs are very different. Still, hopefully these cat suggestions will get your brain working out of the box so your rabbit might start working in his box.

Can you train a cat that is 1 year old or older?

if you mean like "sit" and "stay," then no. cats cant be trained to sit and stay. but like to use a litterbox, then yes.

Does the ammonia present on cats urine have a side effect on people?

Only in pregnant women, which is why pregnant women shouldn't clean the litterbox. Other than that, it just smells bad. Tip: When cleaning the litterbox, DON'T USE AMMONIA-BASED CLEANERS! This will intensify the smell and make it worse than when you started!

Are cats attracted to sand piles to urinate?

Cats pee in sand because after burying their waste, they can hide their smell from predators or other cats. Hiding this smell also helps them with hunting.