How to Litter Train your Cat

Mother cats often train their kittens to use a litter box so a new cat may already be housebroken.  If not, don’t worry.  Cats are quick studies.  

Step one:
Make sure you choose a litter box that’s right for your cat. Kittens and older cats prefer boxes with lower sides. Larger cats will need -- you guessed it, larger boxes.

You will need a cat to train, a litter box, cat litter, some dishwashing detergent, some water and some soap.  

Step two:  
Set up the litter box in an area separate from where your cat eats and sleeps.  

Step three:  
Try to keep the litter box in an easily accessible but semi-hidden place so the cat has privacy.  

Step four:  
After each feeding place the cat in the litter box.  

Step five:  
Gently scratch the cat’s front paws in the litter to show that this is his own personal bathroom.  

Step six:  
Once the cat has used the litter box, praise and play with him to reinforce the behavior.  

Step seven:  
Make sure the litter box is clean.  You should remove solid waste every day and clean the entire litter box with detergent and water once a week -- or more, if it smells of urine.  And always wash your hands after handling used litter.  If your cat hasn’t caught on after several days, try a different kind of litter.  He may not like the texture or scent of the one you chose.  

Step eight:  
Is kitty still being stubborn?  Try moving the litter box to a more secluded spot.  

Source: How to Litter Train a Cat on Recommended.co.nz.

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