HOW TO TEACH A NEW KITTY TO USE THE LITTER BOX

Teaching a kitty to use a litter Box
Posted Apr-10-08 04:45:55 PDT
How do you select the Best Kitty box?
Start your baby off right with an simple litter box. A plastic box is usually the least expensive and also easy to clean. Keep the sides low enough that your kitten can easily climb over.
If your first attempt does not work, consider changing kitty litters-some do not like all scents.Easier than pups- Cats seem to be happy to use a litter box and usually easy to train. If you have potted plants in their reach-consider covering them with a material they do not like, such as rocks.
They like to have privacy and not to be spooked. It is best a dog or young family member not have any access that may startle. Some Cats like to have their own litter boxes and do not want to share. The Ms.Diva should have her own private area and does not take kindly to sharing.
What to do first:
In the beginning you may want to keep a watch on kitty. He may give you clues such as sniffing and searching. Make sure fluffy knows where the box is. You may want to pick him up and take his paw and show him how to dig and gently but with praise tell himthis he is a good boy or good girl. Remember NO SPOOKING. When he/she is successful this is a good excuse to share a treat. Keep the box clean - this is the fun part. If you are pregnant be sure to learn precautions.Most Cats dont take well to scolding and we sure dont like to scold our buddy anyway. But if you must- dont do it at the litter box.

Most Cats are Close to Perfect- if there are problems it may be yours and not theirs:
The litter box is not CLEAN!!!!! The Kitten has fears and the box may be in a area that terrifies a young one.The litter box was moved.They miss their old kitty litter??? Did you change the brand?They have a nose that tells them they dont like the smell, too much perfume? something unnatural? And fingers crossed this is not the one- medical conditions. Be sure not to scold a kitty for something they have no control over.
Please dont punish little pumpkin. By nature they are a proud animal and may hold it against the whole litter box idea if you put their nose in it or take them to the litter box to have harsh words.Enjoy and Love your precious friend-Your Best Friend, Fancypaws