Litter Box Training

The average kitten begins litter training between 4-6 weeks of age. Here are some tips to keep in mind as you begin the process.

Do:

Keep your kitten's litter box clean.
Have more than one litter box in your home.
Pay attention to your kittens litter preferences ie. Some do not like perfumed litter.
Consider sand-like litters.
Keep your kitten's litter box in a secluded area.

Don't:

Use perfumed litters.
Use clumping litter with kittens younger than 4 months old.
Keep the litter box near food or water bowls.
Use ammonia-based cleaners on the litter box.
Allow dogs, children or other cats to deny your kitten access to its litter box.

Abnormal litter habits account for over 10% of all behavioural problems experienced by kitten owners.

Simply stated, the causes of elimination problems fit into three major categories.

If your kitten is eliminating improperly, contact your veterinarian.