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So, I've been having a little problem with one of my rescues. I've never had it before, in YEARS of working with cats. Advice appreciated...
My 8mo kitten has decided to use particular areas of my home (couch, 2 areas of carpet) as his personal litterbox. This is actually using, mind you, not just spraying. There are a multitude of clean litterboxes for his access. I have tried:
- cleaning said areas with every enzyme cleaner known to man
- cover areas in garbage bags & put litter boxes on top
- put boxes near said areas & slowly move them
- move him to box when I catch him & scoop his little paw
- keep him in non carpeted & upholstered room with box during his 2 or 3 usual "potty" times (he uses box in this case or just hides & holds it, depending on his mood).
- put piece of carpet in his litterbox
Any ideas on how to teach him? I'm patient & will try anything. I've taught many kittens & feel like I am failing him!
P.S. He has not had a traumatic upbringing, he's been loved from the second I rescued his Mom!
My 8mo kitten has decided to use particular areas of my home (couch, 2 areas of carpet) as his personal litterbox. This is actually using, mind you, not just spraying. There are a multitude of clean litterboxes for his access. I have tried:
- cleaning said areas with every enzyme cleaner known to man
- cover areas in garbage bags & put litter boxes on top
- put boxes near said areas & slowly move them
- move him to box when I catch him & scoop his little paw
- keep him in non carpeted & upholstered room with box during his 2 or 3 usual "potty" times (he uses box in this case or just hides & holds it, depending on his mood).
- put piece of carpet in his litterbox
Any ideas on how to teach him? I'm patient & will try anything. I've taught many kittens & feel like I am failing him!
P.S. He has not had a traumatic upbringing, he's been loved from the second I rescued his Mom!