How to Litter Train Kittens

Cats prefer to bury their waste and mother cats train their young to do this. However, when you bring home a kitten, you will need to teach it how to use litter. If you do not train your kitten to use the litter box, it can cause bad habits that will continue into the kitten's adult stage. During its training, use a litter box without a cover as it will allow the kitten easy access.

Things You'll Need

  • 2 shallow litter boxes
  • Unscented fine-grained litter
  • Baking soda
  • Kitty treats
  • Kitty litter scooper
  • Soap
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Instructions

    • 1

      Provide two shallow litter boxes that your kitten can jump into without struggling, suggests Pet Education website. Your kitten may choose to urinate in one box and defecate in the other.

    • 2

      Put your kitten's litter box in an area of your home that's free of distractions and noise. The laundry room might be too scary, especially when a buzzer goes off.

    • 3

      Place unscented fine-grained litter into the box. You can sprinkle baking soda into the litter to prevent odors.

    • 4

      Take your kitten to its litter box. Take its paw and gently scratch the surface of the litter, recommends Pet Education. Teaching your kitten to use the litter box after eating and playing, will help it to associate when to use the litter. Give your kitty a treat when it uses the litter properly.

    • 5

      Clean your kitten's litter daily by scooping out the waste. You should change the litter once a week and clean the litter box weekly as well, using soap and water. A clean litter box will attract your kitten and prevent it from seeking an area of your home to do its business.