How to Keep Your Cat From Using Your Plant For A Litter box

Some cats are cooperative and friendly, while others may be a constant headache until they receive proper training. One problem that many cat owners deal with is their pet's refusal to use the litter box. As an alternative, their cat will seek out potted plants inside the home. While this can be frustrating, do not give up right away. There are several different things that you can try in order to rectify this behavior.

Things You'll Need

  • Cardboard
  • Cat litter
  • Litter box
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Instructions

    • 1

      Cover the plants' soil. Since your cat enjoys the soil for doing its business, covering it up will leave it with nothing to dig. Cardboard is a good choice because it is solid and flat.

    • 2

      Use different cat litter. Cats can be picky sometimes, so the type of litter you use may be the problem. One possible issue is scented litter. Some cats cannot stand the smell. Buy some unscented litter and see if that helps. In other cases, the litter's texture may be a problem, so switch your brand.

    • 3

      Make the litter box easily accessible. It is possible that the litter box is difficult for the cat to reach. Move it to a larger area, such as a bathroom or large basement room.

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      Ensure that your cat has privacy. Some cats are shy about using the litter box in front of others or in an area frequently full of people. In this case, make sure the litter is in a quiet room, obscured from sight.

    • 5

      Clean the litter frequently. It is possible that your cat is particular about cleanliness. As a result, it may refuse to go to the litter after one or two uses. Monitor the litter closely and scoop out waste as soon as possible.

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      If you have several cats, add more litter boxes. Cats may not like sharing their litter, so place another one in a separate location.