Cleaning Your Cat Litter Box The Easy Way

By James Litterman

What can be worse for cat or cat owner than a smelly litter cat litter box.

For many cat owners, the cat litter box is the worst of part of owning a cat. Cleaning it is a job you never want to do. And, those who have to clean it can find themselves more vulnerable to cat diseases that are present there. For Certain, it's a bad job but it does not have to be too trying either.

There are many new cat litter boxes being designed to make the job, well, easier. One of them is the hooded cat box. They give the privacy to cats who are more sensitive and they also keep dust down substantially. They are perfect of a single cat owner as long as they are cleaned on a regular basis. For those who do not want to handle the litter you may use removable liners for these boxes. You can lift out the whole liner and throw it out. All you have to do is put in a new liner and add the fresh litter to it.

Self Cleaning Cat Litter

Another choice available to you is the self cleaning box. These are perfect for families that have many cats. Or they can be a great choice for anyone who does not want to have to deal with it. A rake removes the soiled cat litter into a removable receptacle which leaves the cat litter box clean. Then all you are required to do is throw the contents away.

For you to learn your kitten how to use its cat litter box, all you need to do is to place it in the right spot and keep it clean. The litter box should never be based near to wear your cat sleeps or near where his food is positioned.

When you have it positioned in a satisfactory place, you will need to let your cat what the box is used for. To do this, you are required to place your pet cat in the litter box and rake your fingers through the cat litter. The cat may decide to start using the box right away. When he does, praise him greatly. If he just wants out, play with your cat a for a few minutes and then put him back in. You should repeat this several times but don't push it. You don't wish to make him frustrated.

When To Use The Cat Litter Box?

It is best to use it ten to fifteen minutes after your cat eats, put him back into the litter box. Once your cat uses it, praise your cat for doing so. When he is sleeping, watch him so that you can take him to the cat litter box as he awakes.

Remember that cats respond better to praise than been told off. If he gets angry or frustrated, you never accomplish anything. Site the cat litter box in the position where he most frequently has accidents and encourage him to use it.

Your cat may stop using his cat litter box if it is not cleaned on a regular basis. Almost all cats will continue to use the litter box once they have done so several times, but you must to keep it clean. Also, a dirty litter box can result in cat health problems so do make sure you always keep it clean.

These are a few quick and easy tips to keeping your cats litter box clean. If you use them your pet will be your best friend for life. - 31851

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