Alright. . .SO the kitty has been going on the floor, once in the spare room, then once on the floor in the living room last night. . . . WE thought we could get away without bringing in another cat box. . .silly us. . .I read an article saying that it just not a good idea. It's like their own personal space. So I am going to try and get a new littler box today for the boy. It is funny, cause when we brought him home, we showed him where it was, and he used it that night, no problem. . .So something happened inbetween that time and the other night. It might be Nanaki, or something. But for now, I think we should try what this article says.
If the Problem Is Litter Box Related…Take immediate control of the problem!
Clean the litter box more often.
To help a timid cat, move it from a busy area to a quiet one.
In multi-cat households, it may also help to provide one litter box per cat.
Confine the cat to a small area, such as a bathroom, along with the litter box. Most cats prefer using the box rather than the floor. It is then a matter of confining her long enough for a consistent habit to become established.
Only allow your cat out of the confined area when you can supervise at all times.
Gradually allow more freedom once the litter box has been used in a confined area for one to four consecutive weeks. During this confinement period, remember to play frequently and interact socially with your cat. Let her out often, but only under close supervision.
Offer different types of litter to find one your cat prefers. It is better to use another box entirely rather than go through a series of litter changes in one box.
Occasionally, some cats prefer actual sand in the box mixed with a few handfuls of soil. If this is the case, gradually replace the sand mix with cat litter after several weeks.
Removing the odor from the affected area is important. Use a good commercial product that is specifically made for use on feline stool and urine odors. Most products need to make contact with the urine or stool. Use as directed.
To be effective on carpeting or other porous surfaces, you may need to clean more rather than less. If nothing else is available, a 50:50 mixture of white vinegar and warm water will do a good job.
Safeguard previously soiled areas by placing motion-detector alarms, food bowls, bedding or toys on them. Plastic, foil or double-stick carpet tape can also be used.
If your cat has developed a preference for the bathtub or sink, an inch of water in these locations will curb soiling there.
Move furniture or close doors to deny the pet access to previously soiled areas. You may consider placing a litter box where the cat has been soiling.
