About ten percent of all the cats out there have problems with doing their bathroom business. There are some that altogether cease using the litter box. There are also cats who only defecate or urinate in the litter box, but will not use it for both elimination processes. Then there are those which eliminate inside and outside of the box. Problems with elimination may be brought about by other cats if she is in a multi-cat home, a previous health issue, not fond of the box or the litter, or your cat may not like how the box is placed or where it is located.
If your cat starts to avoid the litter box for any reason, this avoidance might become a persistent issue because your cat may develop a location or surface preference when eliminating. She might prefer your favorite comfy chair or the rug in the living room. The better approach to managing these issues is preventing them from happening in the first place by ensuring that your pet cat’s litter box is as kitty-friendly and accommodating as possible. Observing your cat’s bathroom habits is also essential in identifying possible future issues. Should your cat do her business outside the litter box, act quickly in order to fix the issue before your pet further develops a stronger preference for an unacceptable area or surface to serve as her bathroom.
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