Cats are not born to use litter boxes. For pet cats, they can learn to use a litter box from their mother when they are 1 month old, and Cats who have been strayed in the wild for a long time don't know anything about the litter box. If you've adopted a stray cat, you're facing the problem of teaching them to use the litter box.

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1. You have to choose a litter box that is suitable for cats. For example, newborn kittens should use a litter box with a lower outer edge, which makes it easier for them to climb in and out. Adult cats do not have to worry about this problem at all, and the owner can choose at will.

2. Cats are very hygienic animals. Therefore, do not put the litter box near their food and water bowls, otherwise they will ignore the litter box and look for other litter boxes. Local solution to internal emergencies.

3. After bringing the cats home, you must first let them stay in the litter box to get used to the environment in the litter box and feel the texture of the cat litter. You can also run your fingers over the litter to show your cat that it's a good place to bury urine and feces. Especially for kittens, you have to put them in the litter box every time they wake up and after eating, and once you start using the litter box, you don't have to worry about them going elsewhere to defecate .

4. After putting cats in the litter box, you'd better not stare at them all the time, so they will feel scared. You can pretend to ignore their presence, or go to another room, and the cat can relax and defecate in peace. Also, you need to clean the litter box for your cat every day, because cats don't want to step into a dirty place with nowhere to go.

5. You need to be careful that you cannot punish the cat during the entire training process. Cats are very sensitive animals. They may be punished only once, and they will have infinite fear of the litter box. Later, they will find a place where they feel safe to defecate, such as your wardrobe, under the bed, etc. In order for your cat to learn to use the litter box, you must be patient.