He uses the litter box when locked in the storage room
2006-10-30 02:59:05 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
when I let him around the house, he does his business all over
2006-10-30 03:03:58 · update #1
Try getting another litter box to place in another area of the house. Then he has a choice as to which one he wants to use and where he wants to go.
You are going to make him scared of the storage room.
2006-10-30 03:08:27 · answer #1 · answered by mom of 2 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No. He will just poop where he can in the storage room. That is just ridiculous. If your cat has accidents then it is usually the owners fault. I have always found it really easy to house train a cat. You just have to pay attention. Set your cat up on a feeding schedule (at least until he is trained) so that way you know when he is eating. About once an hour put your kitten in the litter box, and if he goes praise him and give him a kitty treat. If you see your kitten sniffing around or scratching on the carpet, then quickly get him to the box. If you catch him in the act of using the bathroom not in his box then shout no and then pick him up and put him in the box. Do not hit your cat. Also if you do not catch him in the act then do not yell at him because that will not accomplish anything other than your cat being afraid of you. Your cat will not associate you yelling and the mess he made. Hope this helps.
2006-10-30 11:25:21 · answer #2 · answered by Kamunyak 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cats should intictually go to the litter box. There really is no need to lock him into a storage room. They are not like puppies who need to be house broken. Kittens and Cats prefer to dig themselves a toliet, that is why the litter in the box is good for them. Try just showing the kitten where the box is and I think you will be suprised hose easy it is
2006-10-30 13:56:07 · answer #3 · answered by Roman Esteban Due April 12 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunately, with cats that have bad bathroom habits, sometimes the solution IS to keep the cat in a very small area-- such as a bathroom or storage room-- with its litter pan. It will then start to use the litter pan, as you have observed.
You should clean the litter pan once a day at least, preferably two or three times, and change the litter once a week at least. Always make sure you leave him with plenty of food and water, toys, etc.
And DO take your kitten to the vet just to make sure he's healthy and to keep updated on his shots. Sometimes when cats have bad bathroom habits they are trying to tell you that something is wrong, so don't assume that when he poops on the rug he's just being naughty-- he might have a health problem.
2006-10-30 11:11:30 · answer #4 · answered by Scarlett_156 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Cats usually are litter trained by their mothers. You should not keep a kitten locked up at all. There is NO reason that a healthy cat will not use a litterbox that ISN'T in a storage room as long as it is kept clean and the cat knows where it is.
2006-10-30 11:06:45 · answer #5 · answered by msnite1969 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If he is using the litter box now, he will look for it when he needs it-why are you keeping a kitten locked in a storage room?
2006-10-30 11:03:50 · answer #6 · answered by bubu 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, locking him in there is a way of training. I went through heck with my new kitten. I almost gave up! I was locking her up and when I would let her out, she pooped or peed everywhere! Anywhere, even on my couch!! So after locking her in the bathroom with her box didn't work I heard of this litter called cat attract cat litter, 100% guarantee or your money back, so I bought it and it worked!!!! I was thrilled, no more accidents. I locked her up at night with the litter box and let her out when we could supervise her, and now that we know we can trust her, she roams freely. I am so grateful for this litter. Check it out.
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Another thing you have to consider is cleaning the areas thoroughly, if a cat can smell the accident, he is more likely to keep soiling there, it's instinct to try re-covering the soiled area. I used Natures Miracle to get out the odors, it was the only thing that worked, I spent a fortune on cleaners and this one is the only one that worked on my couch. It's fabulous.
Good luck. I hope I helped, I know how frustrating it can be.
2006-10-30 11:13:55 · answer #7 · answered by Michelle Lynn 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I had a kitten with a similar problem. He would use it when he was in the bathroom but didn't after he was let out. I just had to keep a close eye on him and everytime he started to meow a lot or start sniffing a corner I would pick him up and take him to where his litter box was. It was a lot of work but he finally started using it all the time on his own. (my kitten was really tiny and just needed some help getting to it) I know its a lot of work, but its worth not having to worry about your floors. Good luck, hope it works out for you :)
2006-10-30 12:35:44 · answer #8 · answered by ceci_garcia21 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if he uses the litter box in the storage room it sounds like he is already trained. Just leave the door open when he is out so that he can return and do his business
2006-10-30 11:02:29 · answer #9 · answered by Red 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Not necessarily. What I did was take him to the litter box and scratch around in it (with the scooper) to give him the idea and then I just watched him diligently for squatting. When he squatted, I picked him up gentle so I didn't scare him and took him to the litter box. After he used it, I practically threw a parade with praise and treats until he got the idea. Now I see him sniff around, then run to the litter box.
It took a week to train him. During the day, I left him in my bathroom (big room) when I was away.
Good luck!!!
2006-10-30 13:59:20 · answer #10 · answered by LifesAMystery 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋