There is nothing worse than coming home, or waking up to find that your cat has not used the tray AGAIN. If this was on carpet, the couch or the bed it can end up costing you thousands.
Here are our top tips for achieving litter tray success:
A new cat/kitten should be contained in a room until a good toileting routine (in the tray) has been established – at least a few days.
The tray should be shallow enough for the cat to easily get into, place the tray on one side of the room (generally not too close to the door). A covered tray may be introduced in a few days. Place it well away from food and water. We don’t eat and toilet in the same place and cats don’t like to either.
Place the tray away from noisy appliances like a washing machine or dryer.
The litter: It is a good idea to use the same litter at first that the cat has been using successfully before changing. Most cats prefer the more natural types of litter, ones that are more soil-like or sandy in their texture.
If you intend to change the litter, do so gradually, placing a small amount (1/2 cup) amongst the existing litter and increase this each time you change the litter.
Show a kitten where the tray is, make sure they can climb in and out and encourage them to dig. An older cat will find the tray on their own. If the cat shows interest in the tray or gets in the tray get ready to reinforce with a treat! Reinforce as soon as they have left the tray.
