why does my cat poop on a towel or clothes in the bedroom?

Answer 1

Hi there...if this is something that recently developed, first consider all the possibilities such as:
- changes with litter brands
- location of the litter box isn't private enough
- some cats like to have one box to defecate and another to urinate
- cleanliness (some cats are very finicky and prefer a super clean box)
- as a general rule there should be one litter box for each cat plus one extra as a back up
- kittens who are over 5-7 months can become sexually mature and urine spray as well as defecate inappropriately to mark territory.
- senior cats develop age-related disorders such as chronic renal failure (CRF), hyperthyroidism, diabetes, etc.

If all these have been ruled out, there's a chance that your cat may have developed another underlying medical problem such as something as simple as a lower urinary tract disorder: http://www.marvistavet.com/html/body_feline_lower_urinary_tract_dis.html which can contribute to accidents outside of the box. Cats will associate pain while using box and change their habits as a result.

Here's an article about why cats inappropriately soil outside their litter box by Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine: http://www.vet.cornell.edu/fhc/brochures/Housesoiling.html

House soiling is the most common behavior problem reported by cat owners. It includes urination and/or defecation outside the litter box, as well as urine spraying.

Why do cats eliminate outside of the litter box?
One common misconception is that cats soil in inappropriate places for revenge. It is tempting to conclude, "He defecated on the living room carpet to punish me for leaving him for the weekend." But this kind of calculation requires sophisticated cognitive abilities that cats aren't nbelieved to possess. Furthermore, this conclusion assumes that cats view their urine and feces as distasteful, when in fact they do not. It is only we humans who view it that way.

Medical Problems
So why do cats urinate or defecate on your bed or carpet? Medical problems are one possibility. Inflammation of the urinary tract may cause painful or frequent urination, inability to urinate, bloody urine, and crying during urination. An affected cat is likely to eliminate outside the litter box if he comes to associate the box with painful urination, or if he has an increased urgency to urinate. In addition, kidney, liver, and thyroid diseases often lead to increased drinking and urination. Inflammation of the colon or rectum, intestinal tract tumors, intestinal parasites, and other gastrointestinal conditions may cause painful defecation, increased frequency or urgency to defecate, and decreased control of defecation. Age-related diseases that interfere with a cat's mobility (for example, arthritis, nervous system disorders, or muscular diseases), or with his cognitive functions can also influence his ability to get to the litter box in time. In short, any medical condition that interferes with a cat's normal elimination behavior can lead to house soiling.

Litter Box Aversions
Behavioral problems, such as litter box aversions, inappropriate site preferences, or urine spraying can also lead to house soiling. An aversion implies that there is something about the litter box that your cat finds unsavory. It could be the box, the litter, the location of the box, or all three.

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Answer 2

Check the litter box. If it is full they find an alternative place to poop. This is their way of trying not to get into trouble by not pooping on the floor, so they find something such as a towel or rug to poop on.

Answer 3

Does your litter box have a lid. If it does I suggest taking it off. I have a cat that will not use the litter box if the lid is on....take it off and that cat is almost standing up taking a poop. She uses the sides to hold her self up in almost a standing position. I don't know maybe for her it is the law of gravity that helps her out. Anyways give it a try. but if your litter box dosen't have alid I'd say that cat is probably mad at you.

Answer 4

Mabey it doesnt like the facilities you provide it. Try using a regular litter box with regular "normal" litter (or clup litter), Keep away from the fancy litter box gatgets, contraptions, or specialized formulated (and unusual) litters. clean the box weekly and try to make it convienent for the cat to "go" (but not inconveinent to you)

if this dosent work, then close some doors and prevent the cat from going in there to relieve itself. Pick up clothes, dont give the cat a chance to soil your clothes,

Answer 5

Assuming this cat has a clean litter box - it sounds behavioral. It could be due to something going on in your house (a new family member, the loss of one, the addition or loss of another pet, etc)...or due to a change in your routine. Try to reflect on what has changed. Pets are amazing and act out in ways that we don't always understand but are completely normal to them!

Answer 6

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Answer 7

cuz he doesn't like you. just kidding. my cat pees on my stuff too.
maybe the litter box isn't clean enough for them.... maybe they don't like to poop on old poop... ????

Answer 8

bcause it likes soft and comfortable spots... train it to use the way all cats do it or just let it outside

Answer 9

Maybe the litter box is full and he/she don't wanna use it... they r very picky...

Answer 10

mad about something.