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Oh! Excellent!!! You'll be so happy with your kitty. Here are some of my cats' favorite things:

(1) A view out an open window, facing a tree or some kind of natural shrubbery where he can chirp at squirrels or birds (if you have access to such a thing). Even if there's no "wildlife" in the area, cats like to look outside at passersby too.

(2) High places, like cat trees, or window ledge lookouts: http://www.drsfostersmith.com/images/Categoryimages/normal/p-21651-43327-cat.jpg

(3) Multiple sources of water, and preferably a running fountain. Amazon has one for $20 I think. Cats don't have much of a natural thirst drive but (males especially) are prone to urinary crystals. One of the best preventatives is drinking plenty of water, which cats are more likely to do if you give them a running source of it. You'll also find that some cats like to drink out of your own water cups lying around. It may not seem important that they get that much water, but my cat has been hospitalized twice for urinary crystals and that's way more expensive than a fountain.

(4) Scratchy posts and such. Keep them off your furniture!

(5) A litter box, preferably a covered one, in a private area. A rug underneath it will help with your own sanity because they'll kick the litter everywhere. I've turned the closet under the stairs (the Harry Potter closet) into a cat bathroom for my babies with a motion sensor light to give them privacy. I currently use this litter: http://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Premium-Clumping-Litter/dp/B0009X29WK/ref=sr_1_1?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1370152220&sr=1-1&keywords=cat+litter I used to use World's Best but it was like they were crapping in crushed diamonds, it was the most expensive thing I was getting for them.

(6) A furry bed or basket with blankets. Cats love that velvety furry texture. Mine seem to love baskets, but really anything with high walls that encloses them. If you are low on $$ then even a cardboard box with some squishies to line it are excellent.

(7) Toys that act like actual prey. My cats love Da Bird and they love this crittery thing even more: http://www.amazon.com/Da-Bird-Catcher-maker-Feather/dp/B000LPOUNW/ref=sr_1_3?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1370151820&sr=1-3&keywords=da+bird, and I find it's more resilient than Da Bird (they yank on it). Toy mice and crinkle balls are also a favorite. Laser pointers, catnip-stuffed anything are also favorites. I've never known cats to really like balls or larger toys much. If it looks or acts like something they'd hunt, they basically go crazy for it. Again, if you're poor, you can easily make crinkle toys out of plastic bags (just watch the kitty during playtime and put the toys away when you're not engaging), or catnip-stuffed socks.

(8) Microchip! Collar! Kitties are good at sneaking through open doors. My cat is also insured and I've saved hundreds on his vet bills, it can be a good decision.

I can't say I'm the best with food recommendations. Sometimes it just really depends on your budget and how your cat likes and responds to food you're feeding him. If he has a glossy coat, minimal shedding, and a healthy weight, it's a good food choice. Hopefully someone else can chime in with what they're feeding their kitties!

Just gonna copy/paste a comment I recently made on a similar subject, with unnecessary parts edited out and a few things added:

I would suggest getting at least one friend for her but preferably 2. And you'll want to get rats of the same gender, unless you want lots of babies. Having 3 rats is very helpful if something happens and you lose a rat. It helps the remaining rats if they can cope with the loss of a buddy together and may lessen the chances of them getting overly depressed. And in most situations, the more rats you have, the happier they will be. They're highly social and tend to like having a bigger family.

If you're getting food at the store, stay away from seed mix type foods such as this. It's not healthy for them, and the dried corn in it can cause liver cancer. I'd recommend a block/kibble type rat food such as Oxbow. You can even buy the adult formula of Oxbow and just supplement with extra protein once or twice a week until around 6 months old; and, in general, most rats don't seem to like the Garden Select or the young rat variety, so keep that in mind too. You'll want to give them fresh veggies regularly and fruits as a treat (as too much fruit can cause runny poops.) I like referring to this guide when introducing new foods as some foods are very dangerous for rats, and some are only dangerous for a specific gender.

When getting a cage (NOT an aquarium) make sure you get 1/2" bar spacing to avoid escapes. And you can use this handy cage calculator to make sure your cage will be big enough. Some cages sold as rat cages are not actually big enough for adults to comfortably live and stretch out in. If you use a loose substrate bedding, stay away from cedar or pine (unless it's kiln dried pine) though kiln dried aspen tends to be the most recommended wood shaving bedding. Some people use recycled paper bedding, though it isn't as good at absorbing smells as the aspen or pine. If you use fleece, you'll need to change it more frequently than a loose substrate but it's much less messy, though terrible for controlling odor. I personally do a mix of both, loose bedding in the bottom of the cage and fleece lining the rest of the shelves.

You'll also want to consider getting a litter pan to litter train them, and use a different type of litter in the pan so they associate it with a bathroom area. I personally like using critter litter by Kaytee. Also, find a smooth flat rock to keep in the litter pan. For some reason rats like peeing on rocks.

You'll want to make sure to have enough hides, hammocks, etc for each rat to have their own if they aren't feeling like being cuddled up or just need a break from the other rats. Space pods are highly loved by most rats. I have 2 in my cage, one on each level. Cardboard boxes are a big hit as well. I buy cheap boxes of Kleenex and just shove the whole thing in the cage (after removing the plastic stuff around the opening.) They love "decorating" their cage with it, and they can use the box as another hide when they're done. PVC is also a big hit with a lot of rats. You can make little tunnels for them to hide or play in and some people even drill holes in them (for ventilation and) to suspend them from the roof of the cage to help change it up a little.

Also, you'll want to spot clean/pick up stray poops throughout the week until cage cleaning day comes. After the cage is clean (leaving 1-2 "dirty" things in their cage to prevent over cleaning, thus leading to over marking after you spent all that time cleaning) I suggest completely rearranging their cage each time. It keeps their minds stimulated and makes them highly interested in exploring their "new" home week after week. It's especially fun for them if you hide treats throughout the cage for them to find. For a cleaner, I use a vinegar/water (25% vinegar, 75% water) solution as it disinfects and deodorizes very well and the rats aren't sensitive to it like some cage cleaners. I also put about half a cup in with their laundry when I wash it. You'll want to use free and clear detergent (no dyes/perfumes) like this. I don't use fabric softeners or dryer sheets either.

Lastly, you'll want to keep an emergency vet budget set aside. Rats don't need routine visits like a dog necessarily, but there is a high chance your rats will need to go to the vet at some point during their lives. They have a very delicate immune system and URIs are very common, as well as myco flareups, as almost all rats carry myco. You can read the article linked in the sidebar for more info on that. And in my experience, it tends to be emergency/short notice needs for the vet. Rats are prey animals and will hide an illness until they are no longer capable of hiding it, and by then they are usually pretty sick. Prices vary from area to area, but where I am, I expect to spend around $60-90 for a visit, including medications; from what I've read on here though, I'm on the lower end of the price range and some people easily spend double that.

Sorry this got a lot longer than I had expected it to, and if you read it all, thank you. If you have any questions, this sub is a great place and has a lot of great and very helpful people here. Good luck with your future babies.

Congrats on the MC!

I have two MCs....

1. Invest in a water fountain! Cats naturally don't drink enough water (which is why they tell u wet food is better to feed ur cat than dry food)
   
   https://www.amazon.com/PetSafe-Drinkwell-Platinum-Fountain-Drinking/dp/B000L3XYZ4/ref=sr_1_5?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1542680300&sr=1-5&keywords=platinum+water+fountain
   
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   Also, cats don't like their food and water in the same spot . I found my cats tend to drink way more water and it stays cleaner when they are in different areas. Previously i was cleaning their water daily because my silly cats were dropping their kibbles into the water, or their food was getting sugar ants.
   
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2. Your new baby will need a scratching post he/she can grow into. My boys use this one religiously (we have 3 posts scattered around the house) but this is their favorite because they can stretch all the way to the top. WARNING: its massive. its very sturdy and pretty wide so if u have a smaller place this may NOT be the post for you.
   
   https://www.amazon.com/MidWest-Homes-Pets-Scratching-Extra-Durable/dp/B00JEADDCO/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1542679782&sr=8-9&keywords=cat+scratching+post+for+large+cats
   
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3. Food: my kitties were fed taste of the wild at the breeders, but I transitioned them to Orijen cat and Kitten Food. Extremely pricy but as far as dry food goes some of the best.
   
   https://www.amazon.com/Orijen-Dry-Cat-Kitten-Food/dp/B01I3IBQG2/ref=sr_1_4?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1542680125&sr=1-4&keywords=orijen+cat+and+kitten+12
   
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4. Cat litter: My previous cats developed issues from the dust from clay based litters. We switched over to something more natural when i got these MCs...like walnut shells!
   
   https://www.amazon.com/Naturally-Fresh-Multi-Cat-Quick-Clumping-Litter/dp/B00BPA12MO/ref=sr_1_7?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1542680260&sr=1-7&keywords=blue+litter
   
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5. Cat Shelves - If you have a blank wall i definitely recommend this! We had to tweak ours a little because the shelves we purchased were entirely too small for Maine Coons. And also had to add supporting brackets. Everyday its a fight on who gets the cat shelves! and if its in a common area, its definitely a way for them to be present and still in their own space up high.
   
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6. Pet insurance. If you can afford to get ur kitten Pet insurance I recommend this. Maine coons since they are a larger breed are prone to things like hip displaysia, HCM, and other genetic diseases. It makes caring for them a little easier as they get older. We use Healthy Paws Pet insurance for our two Maine Coons and i highly recommend them! I want to say as a kitten they started out between 10 and 20 dollars a month?
   
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   Everyone has given u a lot of wonderful advice here! Some of which i actually wish I knew when i was getting my babies! Good luck and enjoy your new kitten :)
   
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I live in the US so I don't think I can guide where to buy things. However, I can only imagine you have discount type stores similar to Walmart (if you have dollar stores I wouldn't buy food from there, toys should be OK).

TIPS

• Especially being short on money, but regardless, I would put aside a set amount each month into an emergency fund just in case.
  
  
• Set boundaries from day 1. If you don't want kitty in your room, then don't allow her to do so just because she's new.
  
  
• Take your kitten to the vet shortly after receiving her. Many shelters near me offer a free vet check at selected vets, or a coupon. But even so, a wellness visit does not cost much.
  
  
• Jackson Galaxy suggests putting the litterbox in a place socially significant to the cat.
  
  What I must have before I get a cat?
  
  
• Litterbox
  
  
• Litter Scoop
  
  
• Litter - I use Precious Cat Ultra Premium Clumping Cat Litter. It's affordable (lasts me personally longer than a month), and does extremely well hiding the odor.
  
  
• Toys, buy a variety at first to see what your cat likes.
  
  
• Cat Tree (optional but if your kitty is a climber she will like it.). Amazon has affordable ones as well. You could also try Chewy.com
  
  
• Ceramic or Stainless Steel food dish and water bowl.
  
  
• Collar and tags.
  
  
• Brush.
  
  
• Food - I buy Bambi a 3.5lb bag of The Goodlife in the salmon flavor. She loves it and it's affordable at about $7 a bag. I also feed her wet food. I buy the box of Fancy Feast the poultry and beef mix or something like that this costs about $14 a box and lasts 24 days because I feed her a can a day. People will knock Fancy Feast because there's a grain-free trend going at the moment, but 1) she won't eat the more expensive fancy stuff, and 2) I don't think it's necessary, but to each their own. Like everyone has a right to raise their child however, everyone can raise their kitties however. :)
  
  
• Flea/Heartworm/Tick preventative. May be different there, but I like to be proactive. Even if you have an indoor cat, you can bring fleas inside on your clothes. Mosquitoes fly and can come inside. Tick, not sure, but I assume they could also hitch a ride on your clothes. Personally Bambi is just on a flea preventative as I have not found an affordable product that does it all. Revolution seems to be pretty popular though you have to go to the vet for this. I use Advantage II on Bambi. Can't recall the cost at the moment.
  
  
• Scratching posts/pads - You will want more than one but they last a long time.
  
  Things I should do as soon as I got him/her?
  
  They say to isolate the cat when you bring them home so as to not overwhelm them. I personally just let Bambi out and she looked around the apartment and then hid under a bed for awhile. Don't be alarmed by this as a new environment is overwhelming for a cat and you are new to them. It can take several days to several weeks before they feel comfortable.
  
  Where can I adopt a kitten?
  
  I believe kitten season is coming up (at least here anyways) so you can most likely find them in shelters, and I would recommend you adopt from a local shelters. Most shelters will post their available cats/kittens online or on their website. You can do a search and find both (pet adoption search engine, and local shelters).
  
  
• If you decide to adopt a kitten note that they require much more time and energy. You also should kitten-proof your house as they may get into things they shouldn't or chew on things they shouldn't such as wires. There are also usually more kitten appropriate toys and food to purchase.
  
  Good luck and enjoy your new furball when you get her!
  
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Crazy cat lady here, I have four in my apartment. Unless they are lying to me, everyone that comes over is always shocked I have cats because it doesn't smell like it "should". I have two air purifiers in the house these and I have this one that sits directly on top of the litter box. I've had my four cats around 10 years and also fostered probably about... 30. So I feel like I've tried it all and I finally have a good ritual and set up. I use this litter box because it's big and tall which they prefer but also easy to get inside when it's time to clean. I use this track mat because so far it's really done the best to keep the litter from traveling far from the box. And like you, I clean it 2-3 times a day. The litter that is. I use this litter which is LIGHT YEARS better than anything else I've ever used. One of my cats also has horrible allergies and this is the one litter I've found that she doesn't react to. It also doesn't dust so you don't have to constantly feel like poofs of litter are showing up around the house or on the carpet or furniture. I also vacuum every single day. I have one vacuum I use for the floor where there may be litter tracked and another I use that never touches litter. I think this is fairly important. This vacuum honestly is the best I've found for hair. Miracle worker. Unless you can afford the Dyson Animal. I also have this spray that I'll use for my carpet and fabric once a month or so and I feel like it makes a huge difference. And then lastly I also keep windows open whenever I can and I have this diffuser and put oil in it a few times a week and let it run for a bit, plus it looks cool with the lights :) Oh! and one last thing that I think is great... put one of those cardboard scratch pads near the litter box so the cat has to step over it to get anywhere else. Like off the track mat but near the box. I do this and all the cats inevitably use the scratch pad for fun when walking by it but I'm convinced it also cleans their paws from any litter left over before they start walking around the rest of the house!

First thing you're gonna hear on this sub is get the boys checked by a vet. With cats urination issues are sometimes symptoms of very serious and sometimes fatal conditions. What you're also gonna wanna do is:

1. Make sure the litter box is frequently scooped (at least once a day). And the entire box should be emptied and refilled fresh at least every few weeks. The standard rule for the number of litter boxes required is the number of cats plus one. So in an ideal world they should have access to 3 litter boxes. If that's not gonna happen and they just have the one then it needs to be scooped VERY frequently. Try and position the litter box near a problem area. It can be moved once the problem has been resolved but it will make the retraining easier. You can add Litter Attract to the litter box and that will make it more tempting for them to use it.
   
   
2. Cats will pee in the same area. The spots they have peed in need to be cleaned with an enzymatic cleaner like Natures Miracle. Nothing else will work. Even if it looks clean and smells clean to you, the cats will still smell it.
   
   
3. If the cats are causing a ruckus at night then they need to be played with more. Get some interactive toys like the wands and play with them until they pant. A tired cat is a good cat.
   
   
4. Many people on this sub recommend and use feline pheromone spray/diffusers/collars. Feliway is the top brand. It can help problem cats calm down and be more comfortable.
   
   I'd also recommend you or your parents watch some videos on youtube by Jackson Galaxy aka the Cat Whisperer. This guy knows his stuff. Here's a few videos to get started:
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Sorry I can't help you out - we're in the same boat financially - but I wanted to let you know that this stuff right here is great: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009X29WK/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=36N3KEYR7492&coliid=I37BT3LL5HHPDH&psc=1

It lasts us much longer than Arm & Hammer, is better at odor blocking while being pretty much unscented itself (it doesn't have that weird cleaner-meets-citrus smell that litters like A&H have), and it's way cheaper than Arm & Hammer ($18 for a 40lb bag). If you haven't tried it before, I recommend checking it out when you get a chance (or adding it to your wishlist if you like).

Anyway, just wanted to let you know about it. We're a three cat household as well, so we're always looking for the best and most economical stuff when it comes to pet supplies.

Good luck!

Kaytee Clean and Cozy is my favorite soft paper bedding. It's kind of simlar to CareFresh, but I've found it to be superior in every way. It expands more, it's generally cheaper for the volume, and it's definitely less dusy in my experience. It won't be quite as good as fleece, because I think basically nothing other than maybe large shredded cardboard bedding would be the same.

I use fleece now for my rats cage, and in their litter boxes I've been using a mixture of Clean&Cozy and Yesterday's News, which is a pretty popular paper pellet litter. It's not soft though- literally it looks identical to my rabbits food; both my rats and my rabbits tried nibbling it when I first switched over haha. I don't think it would work well for a whole cage though; if you wanted to litter train, the two litters are different textures enough that the contrast might be helpful for box training.

Bummer. Firstly, congrats on your new kitty bud! Have you taken him to the vet to make sure he doesn't have any health problems?

Secondly, it's definitely not too late to change his behavior, but you'll want to nip this in the bud. I assume you've washed your bedding - does it still smell like pee at all? It's very important that all of the smell is gone so that your cat doesn't smell his old pee and think, "this is the place to go!" I've had problems with my littlest cat peeing inappropriately and we had good luck removing all traces of urine by combining an enzymatic based cleaner with a peroxide based cleaner and soaking the items over night.

As far as getting him to use the litter box, you may want to purchase some cat attract litter. It's expensive though, so I've typically mixed it half and half with my regular litter.

This is the part you're probably not going to like. Have you considered putting an open topped litter box (with cat attract litter) in your bedroom? It probably wouldn't have to be a permanent addition - normally, once a cat has gotten comfortable using a particular box you can move it a few feet every few days until it's where you want it.

Something else to consider is that cats don't usually pee/poop where they eat, sleep, or hunt. You could try giving him treats on your bed, or bringing him to bed with you at night, or using a laser pointer to play with him on the bed.

Hope this helps! This can be a very frustrating situation but try to have patience!

Life-long multi-cat owner. I’ve used World’s Best for years, but very recently switched to this stuff (below) and it’s amazing. Best odor coverage and clumping ever. Not cheap, but worth it. Infinitely better than Tidy Cats and the like (gag me). Lasts well because it clumps so well.

SmartCat All Natural Clumping Litter, 10-Pound https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LN70DZ6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_0RsZCb7090EAZ

PLEASE do not underestimate litter box logistics.

I live in a small apartment with three neutered males; 10, 8, and 3 years old, indoor only. Currently, I'm not having any issues, but I have worked hard to find the right litter box situation. The older ones have had all kinds of issues, including a serious kidney stone in the oldest, who got surgery a few years ago for it.

Maybe two years ago, we had a litter box problem where they were peeing in corners or close to the boxes. I had 4 of those igloos (rip off, do not buy) in the garage that they could easily access through a cat door. As it turned out, this was stressing out my cats. I can only speculate as to why -- perhaps one cat was being a bully and guarding the boxes, maybe the boxes were too small, maybe the sudden opening of the garage door was scaring them from going in the garage, etc...

so, to make a long story short, here is how I solved the problem:

1. Different litter boxes. big ones. HUGE ones.
   
   Cats do not like to feel boxed in. They are sensitive little creatures. Although they like privacy, they also need to feel like they have an easy escape route if something scares them. Use 50 gallon storage containers, and cut a door for your kitty. Do NOT use a lid. No one likes looking at cat poop, but making them go in a little closed in box at their age could be causing the problem. These DIY litter boxes are cheap, and the high walls will prevent your fur babies from flinging litter all over. here is a good example:
   http://catsadored.com/LITTERBOXES/litterbox-regular-height-wi.jpg
   
   
2. Switch litter, and use a ton of it.
   
   Now that you have 50 gallon tubs, you have plenty of space to fill. kitties like to dig -- let them! I was using the light weight pine shavings for a long time because dragging a giant bag of sand home was awful. That stuff isn't the best, and cheap kitty litter is, well, cheap. This litter had good reviews so I tried it and they loved it! Also, amazon prime will deliver it to your door. hehehe :3
   http://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Premium-Clumping-Litter/dp/B0009X29WK/ref=sr_1_1?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1450208844&sr=1-1&keywords=precious+cat+litter
   
   
3. Litter box placement.
   
   The general rule of thumb is one box per cat, + one more. So, if you have two kitties, you should have three litter boxes. I have 3 kitties, therefore I have 4 litter boxes. This way, no one fights, and if one cat is being a jerk, they have lots of other options. The hardest part in all of this is finding a place for the boxes. They're big, they're ugly, and they require easy access every day for cleaning. The important part is that they are spaced far apart. Don't let your cats watch each other go, it makes them uncomfortable. Maybe put one in each room of the shop, or house when you can finally bring them home. :)
   
   
4. Kitty Xanax and playtime
   
   I think I saw someone else posting about this too. The poor things sound like they are stressed. Help them out. You should also be showing your cats love and attention. They might not be around for all of your life, but you will be around for all of theirs. Maybe they are trying to tell you something.
   
   
5. No-Kill options
   
   sorry about the facebook link;
   https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory/videos/1498230950479333/?theater
   
   look into adoption if you feel like you've tried everything or you are simply done dealing with it.
   
   
   I hope this helps. Also, sorry for the formatting, everything is now step 1. I don't feel like fixing it, nor do I feel like it's important. :)

like others have mentioned, have him checked out by a vet to make sure he is not suffering from any medical conditions. such as urinary infections or something else.

Have you tried getting a new, bigger litterbox? perhaps use a large cardboard box or something to give him more privacy? my cat's BIG litterbox is walled off using a large free Amazon cardboard box. He can't see me and I can't see him while he's conducting business.

while cats can see very well in the dark, my cat prefers a little night light just above his litterbox... once when the bulb burned out, he didn't go to the litterbox... I changed the bulb and he was all fine again.(yes, I know... weird, right? maybe he's afraid of the dark?)

or try this type of litter? it's for litterbox training and supposedly attract cats to the litterbox... perhaps your cat needs some new encouragement... (also available at local pet stores)
https://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Attract-Problem-Training/dp/B000PKY7YA/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1499619785&sr=8-4&keywords=precious+cat
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best of luck to you and your kitty! :)

I think this is the one we use:

Arm & Hammer Clump & Seal

I am pretty happy with it, and we've tried a few brands so far. I like that it isn't too dusty, but is still really absorbent and easy to sift. Also it lasts a while, I can just keep it topped up as it gets used without it getting too smelly.

I agree with the first poster - the unscented stuff is better because otherwise you're just smelling litter all the time. It's like chlorine in a swimming pool in a way - you can smell the litter box even when it isn't dirty because you're smelling the scent of the litter.

Also you're probably associating the scent of the air fresheners as well.

We have a larger space, so we have less of an issue, but we find that if it does get a bit smelly (like in hotter weather) we just need to open the windows once a day and get some fresh air into the place.

I have a 12 yr old cat that started doing the same thing. There can be many issues that are leading up to this. I'll post more after I'm done eating dinner. Just know that it's absolutely possible (and quite likely) to fix this situation!

Edit:
Ok, so given what you're saying, this sounds like it's stress based behavior. The first thing that any vet is going to say is:

• Have at least 1 more litter box than you have cats. If you have one cat, have 2 boxes. If you have 2 cats, have 3 boxes, etc.
  
• Try different litter in different boxes. Cats can just up and decide that they don't like a litter if they're stressed (little pricks). Plus, a different litter can be "interesting" to them and help encourage them to use it. It's expensive, but have her give Cat Attract a try.
  
• Have litter boxes in different locations in the house. If there's one spot in particular where the cat's going to the bathroom inappropriately, put a litter box there. On a side note, don't go out and purchase an expensive litter box for this test. Go to Target and pick up one of those wide and shallow Rubbermaid storage containers (like this, but a tad shorter) and use that as a litter box.
  
• Try both hooded and un-hooded litter boxes. Some cats can decide they want privacy for doing their business (so, hoods are a good thing) while others can feel like they're trapped (hoods = bad) because any animal is vulnerable while they're using the bathroom. Given that this cat is more stressed now, this might be part of the problem.
  
• If possible try to designate one spot in the house as "the cat's spot". This was the root of helping our cat get over part of her issues (the other was related to a medical condition). We have a spare bathroom in our apartment, so we made this her room. We put 2 baby gates up at night to confine her there, but give her free run of the house during the day. This helped her feel safe, and the other cat knows to stay away. In your friend's situation, she should keep the baby as far away from this "safe spot" as possible.
  
• She may consider looking into a Feliway product to help reduce stress. They haven't worked for us, but I've heard of plenty of people that this worked for.
  
  I know that she's already spent a lot of mental energy (and at least some money) on this situation, but it will take patience for her to figure out what can change to help her cat cope with this. Cats are very social creatures, and in your friend's case she has a 15 year bond with this cat. She has been this cats only friend and social companion for its entire life, so of course bringing a baby into the mix (who she now has to focus her attention on, and who all home routines now revolve around) stresses the cat out.
  
  If your friend would like to talk, or if she has any specific questions, shoot me a message. If she wants to talk over the phone, I'd be happy to help Q&A there too. I'm not a vet, I'm not even a crazy cat lady (for one, I'm a guy). I'm just an IT guy with 2 old cats who went through a lot to figure out what was wrong with them.

Fear cuts deeper than swords

1. on my WL, something grey.
   
   
2. NOT on WL, rain reminiscing
   
   
3. on my WL, yes i find this food unusual.
   
   
4. on my WL, my husband, he is deaf like no other and LOVES action movies.
   
   
5. this book is a fast read, and hillarious.
   
   
6. I have nothing for this...
   
   
7. on my WL, poopin litters fer kikat
   
   
8. SO thinks its useful, i do not, but it is pretty
   
   
9. UHF/not on WL because it has to be one of the best B rate movies of all time. And its just stupid funny.
   
   
10. Kukri for your zombie ass/not on WL
    
    
11. ONE TRILLION DOLLARS would prolly help me out/not on WL
    
    
12. I would have gotten away with it too, if it hadn't have been for those pesky add-ons/on WL
    
    
13. Monitor for moi/Obviously on my WL
    
    
14. definitely bigger than a breadbox/on my WL
    
    
15. Bouncy balls are smaller than a golf ball/not on WL
    
    
16. Best smells ever, imho/on my WL
    
    
17. SFW is relative i suppose./on my WL
    
    
18. Most helpful for going back to school/on my WL
    
    
19. Obsessed with crochet/on my WL
    
    
20. Unicorn meat/ on my WL Because really, who can say they own unicorn meat? And when its opened its even BETTER.
    
    Thanks for the contest!

Long post, sorry!
 
Litter can be difficult. Some ferrets are rather picky with their litter and maybe don't like the smell of one kind, the feel of the other... In some cases ferrets have very sensitive respiratory problems so they can't use certain kinds of litters because it causes them issues breathing - this is ESPECIALLY true with most cat/clay based liters and these are DEFINITELY to be avoided - and other ferrets have allergies to certain wood typed liters (pine being especially common allergy). Litter is also important because you need to take into account the previous factors, as well as odor control (not only in the aspect of waste but some litters based on what they are made of can retain the ferrets oils making the odor of the ferret itself more prevalent), how easy it is to scoop, etc. I've tried a couple different kinds for this one, and the one I have listed is the be all-end all of litters for me, and I will never go back. I've used the Marshall's litter brand before, and it does well for odor control, but as for scooping - I always end up wasting so much because it can be difficult to not only determine whats clean and what's dirty but even after doing so singling out and only scooping the soiled litter. I tried another one made of of shaved newspapers, but it had a dusty residue which caused my ferret to sneeze, so I threw that out quickly. The Blue Buffalo in my opinion is perfect. Before I go anywhere else with this, I will say the one con of it is at first my ferrets dug in it because of it's consistency, however after about a week of using the bathroom in it and realizing it was for potty not for play, this problem went away (as an edit sidenote: making a digbox for the cage also helped immensly!). Now, the pros are MUCH more: First off, it's a clumping, sand like litter that makes scooping/sifting easy BUT without the dangerous dust aspect that other cat litters do because it is made of walnut shells. I have it from a fellow fuzzbutt owners' personal account that she has a fert that has serious respiratory problems - that is to say life threatening - with very sensitive lungs that uses this litter no problem. I also have a ferret that as I mention earlier sneezed and coughed with a litter and another with allergies but both use this one without any issues. Secondly, the odor control is perfect. It doesn't retain the oils of the ferrets as walnuts have natural oils in them so they basically psuedo-repel each other, and it clumps so well around the excrement that no potty odor gets out as well. I have friends and family come over who don't even know there are ferrets in the house until I tell them or they see them because they can't smell them - can't say the same about all ferret households ;p
 
Vinegar won't necessarily stop them from pooping/peeing in any corner - it will clean it away and get rid of smell, but short of actual potty training/blocking off corner by stacking books or something there, it is a corner to be pooped in.
 
Treats can be tricky, but they aren't really hard. Again, no sugars/carbs/plant matter (aka starch) should be used in their treats, so you should focus on things like freeze dried chicken livers or salmon, or even slamon oil. Again, if you're on a budget, some raw egg that has been beaten to mix egg whites with the yolk works well, and can be fed to them through a bottle while you hold them as a bonding exercise.
 
Hope some of this helps!

I recommend this brand from Amazon. For 40LBs, the price is currently at $13.10. It goes on a price "sale" often and the price varies a bit from time to time.

Precious Cat Ultra Premium Clumping Cat Litter
https://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Premium-Clumping-Litter/dp/B0009X29WK

The litter does not smell and clumps wonderfully. The best part is for the benefit of the cat--when the cat kicks up the litter too energetically, there isn't a dust storm!

I hate Worlds Best. My Siberian liked it, but it got stuck to his butt and legs, so he left pee stains all over our apartment. I also think Worlds Best stinks as f***.

So we have had Soft Cat for 10 months right now and it works great. We have a litterbox in the bedroom and the living room, and there is never any odour (exept for poop smell for a minute or so sometimes). Seems like it is called SmartCat in the US. It clumps, smells almost nothing, just a hint of wood. It is a bit on the lighter side, so if your cat likes to jump out of the litterbox, some of the clean sand will fly out, but the litter can be recycled at least. I clean the box everyday (who wants to take a shit in a used toilet?) 600 sq ft apartment. http://www.amazon.com/SmartCat-Natural-Clumping-Litter-10-Pound/dp/B00LN70DZ6/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8

Yes. I personally prefer this stuff because it is mostly dust-free and does a great job at absorbing and not stinking... I like the non-scented variety.

Edit to add: Carefresh is nice but this is comparable in a pinch.

I like to put the pellets in the bottom of the litter pan and then put some white fluffy stuff on top. It helps with the cost but I do it because the white fluff helps me to monitor bun's urine color and watch for sudden potential changes in wellness.

My sister gets Yesterday's News litter for our kitties and it's awesome. It looks a little weird but absorbs smell really nicely and it also absorbs pee so you don't have to scrape out those giant sticky piss clumps that cement themselves to the box every you go to clean out the litter. Even better it doesn't track kitty litter crumbs all over. My sister gets hers on Amazon but I've seen it at regular stores too.

Here's the link 😊 https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0002AQ0BQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1495645333&sr=8-1&keywords=yesterdays+news+cat+litter

Great, thanks for that info on the aspen, it sounds like it won’t be the best option for litter boxes. For paper pellet litter, you’re talking about something like this,

https://www.amazon.com/Purina-Yesterdays-News-Unscented-Litter/dp/B0002AQ0BQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=39IH0VULM46G9&keywords=paper+pellet+bedding&qid=1554233702&s=gateway&sprefix=paper+pellet+bedd&sr=8-1

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Thanks again!!

Edit: JUST KIDDING, I just saw your post from 2 years ago that said yesterday’s news contains 40% sawdust.
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I have my kitty set up in the guest room. I too HAVE to conceal the litter box because my dogs love to have a kitty poop snack and they dig into the litter and make a huge mess on top of everything. The solution was to get two LACK side tables from ikea (7 dollars each) and cover them with fabric on all sides with a single opening large enough for Lily to fit through. Underneath, there is a high walled litter pan and we are using Precious Cat as our litter. It is completely odorless and low dust. I only start to smell the poopies if I slack on cleaning it for 2-3 days (I know! sorry)

Whenever we have a guest over, which is rare any way, I simply move the litter box to our bedroom. The tables stay in the guest room as part of the decor and they don't even realize it was a cat toilet moments ago. And when we have people over that aren't sleeping, I can easily close the door and it's completely out of sight. I can even leave the cat in there and she'll be perfectly happy until the guests go away. Good luck!

I normally use it in a fish tank bag that's pretty much a fine mesh bag you can tie up but anything breathable works.

Silica is silica most places just charge 10x if not more for the same stuff as you can get at Walmart or Amazon. Just make sure to get non scented and i had the best luck with the pearl kind of litter it seemed to have less dust.


This is similar to what I've gotten in the past I believe. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001HWE6F0/ref=mp_s_a_1_fkmr1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1498764006&sr=8-1-fkmr1&keywords=clear+silica+pearl+kitty+litter


https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01MY3L61V/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1498764160&sr=8-4&keywords=fish+tank+filter+bags

When I lived in an 850 sq ft condo, I put the litter box in a closet I didn't use. Worked great because I could close the door far enough to keep the smell inside, but open enough for them to get in/out.

Tip: Get litter that is dust free. If the container says it's dust free, go to Amazon or another site w/customer reviews and see if reviewers agree that it really is. I bought some that claimed to be 99% dust free from Costco, but it left dust everywhere. I ended up buying this grass-based litter from Amazon that has worked really well.

Also, get a Litter Genie or Litter Locker to put the waste in. They are airtight so you won't smell anything.

I love mine. I've had it for a year and a half., Instead of scooping every other day, I just replace the bag once every few days.

The smell can escape from the bag, but I generally throw some baking soda on top of the litter (which gets mixed in by the box doing its thing) which minimizes it.

One of the best things about it is that it makes the litter last forever. Since it's passively cleaning itself at all times, more thoroughly than we can with a scoop, you don't have to dump litter after a few weeks because its being less effective. I just top up the litter once a month.

A few words of advice if you opt to try it.

One, the pictures you see in the reviews. . . where all the litter is bunched up by the ramp were overfilled. When you set it up initially, fill it to the fill line incrementally with it plugged in and running.

Two, the motor will last much longer if you use a lighter weight cat litter. I use a walnut cat litter which does the job exceptionally.

I use Precious Cat. I honestly don't know if it does anything, but it gives me a little peace of mind knowing I'm doing all I can.

Congratulations on your new kitty, hopefully the older boy will see her as a playmate!

Buy a litter box, fill it with this. Put the litter box in your basement or a closet and scoop out the clumps every day or two. Be sure to carry the cat to the litter box several times during the first few days so he remembers where it is. I go through one of these bags of litter every two to three months.

If you have any other pets, keep the cat SEPARATED from other animals for 1-2 weeks while exchanging scents (with blankets/toys/etc.). The #1 thing cats don't do well with is change.

Total cost of ownership of a cat all depends on food. My cat eats a wet/dry mix of Wellness grain-free and Royal Canin Special 33. It's much healther than what most people feed their cat, so it's a more expensive. I'd say about $40/month. Cheap cat food will cost much less, probably around $20/mo (fancy feast classic). I'd recommend WET food over dry, dry food contains lots of grains which are NOT good or natural for cats (cats are like lions, meat-eaters!). Long term dry food will cause kidney problems.

If you decide to keep one, take it to the vet and get him tested/vaccinated/medicated ASAP. You can call the vet before hand to see what the cost will be. Take two of them!! Cats do really well with a brother/sister to play with.

Kitten attractant is something already in litter made specifically for kittens. Dr Elsey's is the one everyone swears by (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0009X49IC/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1468566476&sr=8-2&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=kitten+attract+litter&dpPl=1&dpID=41BSeOetVsL&ref=plSrch). Also, pool noodles are an excellent idea. My kitten used to love to go behind the fridge until I wedged some between the tight spot she squeezed through and the fridge. Good luck.

I also struggled a long time finding the perfect litter for my asthmatic cats. Everything I tried still had dust and they also refuse to try the newspaper pellets. I have been using SmartCat litter now and it’s been a god send! It is made of grass seed and clumps like clay but has zero dust. Like literally none. And I have tried so many “dust free” types including ones made of walnut shells that still were so dusty! Odor control is also excellent with the SmartCat litter. I have been using it now for a year without issue. I scoop twice a day and do a full litter change every two to three weeks. I order it from Amazon or Chewy.


SmartCat All Natural Clumping Litter, 20-Pound https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P0H6836/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_3.XXDb1EMXB9B

I like the idea of a grey sectional, and think a yellow accent chair and yellow and blue throw pillows would really brighten up the place. If you go yellow, find matching curtains. Curtains are a must!!

Edited to include links:

I got this cat tower on Amazon. My cat absolutely loves it and it’s not ugly: cat condo

Also, I have this litter box, which you might want to check out to see if it would be good to keep the dog out: cat box

Dust free litter is going to have a big impact. If you like clumping but want to make things easier for your kitty, try Precious Cat - I stumbled across it on Amazon two months ago searching for a low/no dust litter for our home. It IS clay-based, but it isn't as processed and doesn't have fragrance additives. Going from Fresh Step to this has done worlds of good in my home. I've already converted my mom.

• I recommend Arm and Hammer clumping Dust Free litter to start. The dust-free part is great and Arm&Hammer has a solid rep.
  
  
• Keep plastic bags by the litter box (7$/Package of three hundred or so for the store bought and free if you use grocery store bags).
  
  
  
• Clean litter box every time you see something in it. Multiple times per day.
  
  
  
• I recommend Bissell Enzyme Pet Stain & Odor Eliminator product for smells. It even gets rid of unneutered cat smells, which are probably the worst cat smells that exist. - - Make sure cats are out of room when you spray it.
  
  
  
• Vacuum once a week at minimum due to extra foot traffic from animals as well as hairs. I vacuum more though, whenever it looks like it could use it.
  
  
  
• DO NOT leave wet food out after feeding. Feed enough that they eat what is there and put the rest away, like in a ziploc or something. Wet food can get really stinky when left out and attracts bugs like crazy. Don't even leave the dish it was on out.
  
  
  
• Wash the water bowl every few days. Stagnant water causes smells and attracts bugs - it will also be healthier for your cat.
  
  
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  I appreciate cleanliness and have tried a bunch of stuff and this is what seems to work. I will often test for smells using other people just to make sure.
  
  
  The specific odor eliminator I mentioned took a while to settle on and find something that actually works for cat smells. I went through a lot of that 'natural' bullshit and it was absolute failure every single time. I'm still salty about the wasted money and feel scammed.

You can also get cat attract litter. We have had success with this Dr. Elsey's Precious Cat Cat Attract Scoopable Cat Litter
cat attract litter

Looks cool, but too much work for me. The simplest and cheapest solution I've found is this:

Large trash can like this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00S5OBMUA/. Note the step pedal to open, and the inner liner/pail with the handle.

Basic rake and pan: https://www.amazon.com/Petmate-Clean-Response-Aluminum-Small/dp/B00L68MUTE

Crystal cat litter: https://www.amazon.com/Fresh-Step-Crystals-Premium-Litter/dp/B001OQXEHK

Clean up the poop and dump into trash bag in can (same level of effort as the doggy septic tank), and after you're done, dump a scoop or two of the crystals on top. The whole point of them is that they dry out fecal matter, so the poop dries out and hardly smells. Once the bin gets reasonably full (I have a Corgi, and it usually takes weeks before I have to empty it; bigger dogs will be a different matter), tie the inner bag up, lug it over to the big trash bin using the inner can liner, and toss the bag.

I've been using crystal cat litter with my cats for years, and I love it. The dog poo can doesn't smell at all (and the smell isn't even that bad when it's open, because the crystals desiccate the poop). A bag of the crystals runs about $14, but last over several weeks, depending on how much scooping and poop there is.

What are you using for litter?
Is it just litter or are you putting hay over it?

As for switching out boxes, I think it's a good ideas. From my experience, buns like to pick "a spot". If you swap out the containers, there's a good chance it won't bother him in the least. You can always try it and if he doesn't like it, put the old one back.

As for litter, we've had a ton of luck with yesterday's news with a little hay on top of it.

While a visit to the vet should most definitely be priority #1, I cannot recommend this product highly enough:

http://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Attract-Problem-Training/dp/B0009X49IC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1449858212&sr=8-1&keywords=cat+attract+liter

I had a cat that suddenly started going outside the litter box. We tried everything - new boxes, twice-daily cleaning, you name it. We took her into the vet for the "last time" because I had a baby that was just starting to be mobile. The vet recommended this litter to us.

IT QUITE LITERALLY SAVED MY CAT'S LIFE.

It's a bit more expensive than regular litter, but it's not terrible and readily available on Amazon. Check out the page - lots and lots of fantastic reviews for this litter. Please give it a try!

I didn't have that much problem with ours and the Citikitti. (She took to it pretty easily, though she did tend to protest enlarged holes by pooping in the bathtub.)

The secret for me was finding the Virbac CET chews which she'd get as rewards for proper pooping. She loves those things and will seek me out and lead me to the bathroom for confirmation of her pooping properly to get hers.

Another key was litter attractant. It worked pretty well. It initially got her to consider the tray and I've used it on occasion to lure her back to proper behavior if she decides she's having none of the balancing act.

I have a recommendation from a vet-student of mine: Purina Pro-Plan. It encompasses extremely high-quality ingredients, affordable prices and various flavors/specialty blends. The dry food or wet variant are both excellent for your kitty, but the dry food will be cheaper. I would use the wet food if the kitty doesn't adhere well to drinking water as the wet-food contains high amounts of water. If you have any other questions please don't hesitate to ask. Congratulations on becoming a kitty owner!

Here are my recommendations on supplies:

Litter box: http://www.amazon.com/Catit-Jumbo-Hooded-Cat-Litter/dp/B003RQVGKC/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1376458653&sr=8-2&keywords=litter+box

Litter scooper: http://www.amazon.com/Duranimals-DuraScoop-Litter-Scoop-colors/dp/B001DCAAP4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1376458674&sr=8-1&keywords=litter+scooper

Litter: http://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Premium-Clumping-Litter/dp/B0009X29WK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1376458691&sr=8-1&keywords=cat+litter (cheaper if you buy this one at PetSmart believe it or not)

Kitten food: http://www.amazon.com/Pro-Plan-Chicken-Formula-7-Pound/dp/B003R0LLXU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1376458746&sr=8-1&keywords=purina+pro+plan+kitten

Litter mat: http://www.amazon.com/PetFusion-SmartGrip-Litter-Gray-Twist/dp/B007SQFRMU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1376458842&sr=8-1&keywords=litter+box+mat

Cat Attract Litter is the only litter my cat will pee on. Otherwise the floor is more attractive.

She took to it without much coaxing, but I did give her a treat after each litter box use as a reward. She was about 5 years old at the time, and 3 years later hasn't relapsed.

I’ll advocate for cat here! Same apartment situation as you, and my boyfriend and I rescued a kitten a few months ago. We purchased a covered litter box from amazon basics and arm and hammer clump and seal litter. We’ve had guests come over to our apartment and they claim that you would never know a cat lived with us. We clean the litter box every night and change out the litter and scrub down the box once a month. As a person with a very sensitive sense of smell, I can also say I’ve never had a moment where I can smell her litter. Just make sure you pour a good 3-4 inches of litter and you’re set!
Litter box: https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Hooded-Cat-Litter-Standard/dp/B075357QFB/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=covered+litter+boxes+for+cats&qid=1575129261&sprefix=covered+lit&sr=8-4
Litter: https://www.amazon.com/HAMMER-Clump-Platinum-Litter-Multi-Cat/dp/B01M64FECB/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?keywords=arm+and+hammer+cat+litter&qid=1575129436&sprefix=arm+an&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFLWEtSNTBJTVkyMEEmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA0MDU5OTIzTDZFSDBHNVlUTzBRJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAxMDc0NzRWTEFPNkJZQTBLTjQmd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9waG9uZV9zZWFyY2hfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

• Take your cat to the vet to make sure it isn't a health problem first!
  
• Get more litter boxes. Your oldest cat might be trying to stake territory in the new place by peeing on the mat. If your current box is closed/lidded, try an open one, or vice versa.
  
• Try different types of litter. You might try Cat Attract litter or additives.
  
• Try moving the cat box around. Maybe it is too close to his food, or to something that makes him feel less secure.
  
• Try cleaning the mat he has peed on with enzymatic cleaner. If a spot smells like his pee, he may continue to think that is where his pee goes.
  
• You can also try a Feliway diffuser or spray to try and calm your kitties. If he's peeing in the doorway because of stress, it might help.

Truthfully, I've never used a litter attractant, I just know it's a thing that exists - the animal shelter I work at sells a small assortment of basic pet supplies, and litter attractant is one of the products we sell. I am pretty sure this is the one we sell. It's got a 4-star rating on Amazon and mostly positive reviews, although there's a vocal minority for whom the product didn't work. Seems like it would be worth a try, at least, and if it doesn't work, at least it's not terribly expensive, at $12 for 20 oz.

No worries, I'd be concerned too if it were my cat.

We recently switched from that CareFresh style paper stuff to this walnut litter. I love it. It's not supposed to have a scent, but it smells sort of nutty to me. Makes sense, it's made of walnut after all. I noticed an improvement in odor over the paper litter, but it's not a huge difference. Scooping is incredibly easy.

I use a thin layer of [Critter Litter] (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Superpet-Critter-Litter-3-63-Kg/dp/B0002DJG0U/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1407748620&sr=8-1&keywords=critter+litter) at the bottom of the potty and then Lavender Woodshavings on top - as well as changing the potty once a day - this seems to keep the smell to a minimum. Just make sure that your bun doesn't try to eat the critter litter pellets! I do use candles occasionally in the room also, but well away from the buns' cage and it doesn't seem to bother her :) *Edit - spelling

It does!

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The litter you have isn't available on Amazon prime which means shipping times will be really long. But I did find this one which is also lightweight and might be easier for you to manage

https://www.amazon.com/Arm-Hammer-Lightweight-Litter-Multi-Cat/dp/B00S82T3SM/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=arm%2Bhammer%2Bclump%2Bmulti&qid=1561939176&refinements=p_85%3A2470955011&rnid=2470954011&rps=1&s=gateway&sr=8-6&th=1&psc=1

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Edit to say: If you agree please add to your list :)

you mentioned that you've tried different cat litter and boxes.

have you tried these? they have helped my friend's cat in the past.

https://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Attract-Problem-Training/dp/B000PKY7YA/ref=sr_1_4?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1504478928&sr=1-4&keywords=precious+cat+litter

https://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Litter-Attractant-Ounces/dp/B000PKUUU0/ref=sr_1_8?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1504478928&sr=1-8&keywords=precious+cat+litter

Good luck! :)

I took a sip of something poison, but I'll hold on tight

Not having to buy cat litter for a while would be a huge help on our ever-tightening budget!

Thanks for the contest! <3 <3 <3

There's a fancy and little pricey litter, here, but I had success with this on a cat that had litter box issues. And when you're stuck cleaning stuff everywhere all the time you try everything and this worked. I do think though the earlier comments are correct you should still take your cat to the vet to be checked out to be safe and maybe find other solutions.

A healthy cat is important so I recommend to avoid dry food and favor canned food (I personally decided against plastic pouches) or even homemade if you have the time to do it and make sure it is balanced for cats. I found this site very eye opening and I think it's a good read although you can see the author (Dr Pierson) focused on the content more than on the form but the points get across.

For litter, I'm using this one https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00U0OVT1U?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_dt_b_product_details. It's a large amount of wood based litter in a cardboard box. I still use bags to clean the litter box though.

Dr. Elsey's Precious Cat Ultra Cat Litter. That stuff clumps like a rock and smells nice - controls odor without being loaded with perfume. Minimal dust, too.

Cool, hope it works out for you. Here's an amazon link to brand we use. :) https://www.amazon.com/Fresh-Step-Crystals-Premium-Clumping/dp/B001OQXEHK/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1504028387&sr=8-3&keywords=fresh+step+crystals

Only for reference though, I didn't price hunt or anything. Chewy.com might have it.

Hugs!

Now I have that song stuck in my head. I love that song.

We've had financial problems lately and can't afford some things we need. I need this acid reducer because it would help with pain, or cat litter because we have 3 cats, or anything else from my wishlists. Or a giftcard that I can use toward food. If I order food myself, I can get the 15% Subscribe and Save discount, plus use any digital coupons.

Thanks for your contest :)

Forget about your worries and your strifes

Precious Cat Cat Attract Problem Cat Training Litter, 40 pound bag https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000PKY7YA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_on00Bb4K217EP


This is what we used for kittens to train then switched to the precious cat litter by the same company. We had 4 four cats for 2 years in one litter box and this was amazing. All 4 cats had no issue using the same box.

I also recommend a paper box that you replace every month or so keeps the smell of litter box at bay.

How many cats do you have? Even having more than two can cause the urination problems, especially if any of them aren't fixed. It's a territorial/stress thing.

There's a product called Cat Attract litter (https://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Attract-Problem-Training/dp/B000PKY7YA/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1510447760&sr=8-2&keywords=cat+attract&dpID=51v5HA3HLqL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch) I've used in the past with good results, and it's not particularly expensive compared to any other kind. Feliway or some other calming pheromone product might help, too.

What kind of litter do you use?

Precious Cat Ultra Premium Clumping Cat Litter, 40 pound bag https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009X29WK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_edvxyb609SWXJ

We use this and it's wonderful at keeping poop smells at bay.

Howdy. I have a little bit left over on an Amazon gift card. I just went to send you the cat litter, but the litter you've chosen won't show up until the 26th, even though it says it's Prime eligible.

Do you still want to use that brand, or find one that can get there faster? I found this one that says it can get there by Friday.

If you want to use a different kind of litter, let me know when you have it added to your wish list.

Also, when I found myself up shit creek without a paddle, I was also in Minnesota. If you have questions about navigating the social services system, I'll happily try to answer them.

this cat litter from Amazon. I have to order the 40lb tidy cats when the Dr. Elsey's is out but the Elsey's is much better... There's barely any dust and doesn't smell like anything, clumps better, overall better

I'm a bit confused why you think I'm suggesting a litter box every few feet but OK, I get litter boxes and babies don't go together. I would suggest adding a second litter box next to the first one if you have room. Just to see if it helps.

Try this enzyme cleaner:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0002XJ11E/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER


Dr elseys does have an additive. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000PKUUU0/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?qid=1457157309&sr=8-3&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=dr+elseys&dpPl=1&dpID=41jPhnsvrOL&ref=plSrch

I have not used that product, but I have used Cat Attract litter and it worked well. When we first took in our younger cat, she was a stray kitten with a bladder infection and was peeing everywhere. We used this litter to train her to the box and it was very helpful.

Thank you for giving your bunny the best home possible :) Domestic bunbuns really do best indoors. You can use wood pellets instead of shavings (super cheap at the hardware store - ask for those with low ash content and just avoid cedar pellets). Alternatively, you can use cat litter brands made of recycled paper (a little more expensive, but still way more affordable than the bedding marketed for rabbits).


Edit: cat litter

Maybe try this?

Dr. Elsey's Cat Attract Problem Cat Training Litter, 40 pound bag https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000PKY7YA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_VVIgDbKX1Z9GP

Precious Cat Ultra Litter Attractant, 20 Ounces https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000PKUUU0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_yWIgDb997QP35

I believe they come with instructions on how to solve litter box issues.

I'd also put a litter box in the bedroom.

You should take the cat to the vet to rule out the possibility of a UTI. My cat did the same thing (due to stress) and we were also told to buy this to attract the cat to the litter box. I would also make sure to clean the litter box every day or even get a second one to put in another room.

Yesterday's News is a good option for a pellet kind of litter. It's made from recycled newspaper.
https://smile.amazon.com/Purina-Yesterdays-News-Non-Clumping-Litter/dp/B0002TIJB6/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1497016351&sr=8-2&keywords=yesterdays+news

Another option is litter from walnut shells.
https://smile.amazon.com/BLUE-Naturally-Fresh-Multi-Cat-Quick-Clumping/dp/B00BPA12MO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1497016410&sr=8-1&keywords=walnut+cat+litter

I've recently started using Pretty Litter.
https://prettylittercats.com/

There should be a lot more discussion on this topic. Bullets and beans don't mean anything if you can't dispose of waste in safe manner. My solution / thoughts below, and I live in a rural area but on a municipal system so this may or may not be as applicable.

For urine, pee in something like a bucket , or build a urinal that drains into a french drain. In general urine can be disposed of fairly easily. Gallons and gallons can go into a rather small area which you can cover later with dirt. Except for the fertilizer burn there's really no issues here. As others have noted keep the urine and solids separate.

For solid waste, relatively easy is:

• a 5 gallon bucket (which you probably already have for storage).
  
• a lid kit for the bucket.
  
• some biodegradable bags that fit into the bucket. You can just clean out the bucket each time but this makes a little easier and you can just bury the whole bag.
  
• some type of absorbing material to dry out the solid waste, and handle any urine that gets in there too. I have a pellet stove so I literally have tons of wood pellets which absorb a lot of water. Other good ideas are coir, sawdust, shredded cardboard, or kitty litter.
  
  Regarding the municipal system, eventually it will back up, it's a question of time. Where I live it's a straight downhill shot to the municipal waste treatment center, no lift pumps required. The waste treatment facility has backup generators and overflow ponds so provided they can still operate things will work. Shit flows downhill, as it was.
  
  In an extremely prolonged sort of situation where the crews weren't out doing maintenance or a large earthquake actually ruptured the pipes, things will back up. The folks at the bottom will experience it first.
  
  You can install a backup prevention device. It has regular maintenance and the install could be easy (in the crawlspace) or terrible (you have to dig). If you're preparing for generalized disruptions it's probably overkill but if you're on a municipal system and want to isolate yourself, it's a good idea. /u/parametrek 's PDF post is terrific, that's something every prepper should have.

Okay I assume this is fine?

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002AQ0BQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Also what should I do until it arrives on Friday? Any suggestions on how to allow my kitten to adjust easily?

I had this issue as well when I first got it. I had to change litters. Now I use Dr. Elsey's Premium Clumping Litter, and I've also had success with Cat's Pride.

I had an older cat who was fastidious about her litter box. Seriously, if you weren't hovering behind her waiting to scoop her precious royal poopsies, she'd get mad and go crap under the bed the next time. When she died it was hell cleaning the house.

The best thing that helped was using a Kitty's Wonderbox inside the regular litter box and changing it completely every other week. She also liked the Nature's Miracle Crystal Litter and when I added Cat Attract to the litter. Those things would get me the best result and then if I slacked off it was all over.

Frankly, I'd love a couple bags of Precious Cat Ultra Premium Clumping Cat Litter ;)

If you have the resources, there are automated feeders that only need to be loaded every month or so HERE . Also automated litter boxes or lighter wood based litter that is easier to manage than the extremely heavy clay litter. And water dishes that self dispense HERE

I think a single adult cat would be easy and very therapeutic!

I've used Tidy, Fresh Step, the regular A&H, and some other rando brands. Best I've ever found is A&H's Clump&Seal.

Every other variety had the problem you described except this one. It's kind of a thinner grain that clumps and dries well and its odor protection completely works as advertised.

Have you looked into the flip handle ones? I love ours! https://www.amazon.com/Catit-Design-SmartSift-Sifting-Cat/dp/B009B83V76/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?keywords=litter+box+easy+clean&qid=1574389410&sprefix=litter+box+easy+&sr=8-5 There are cheaper ones too, this is just what I saw with a quick search.

I just got this litter in the mail Monday and it works just as well, for less than half the price. :) I will probably purchase my litter on Amazon from now on, just because of that.

Better than rice, use silica gel which is most easily found in cat litter for example

> Arm n Hammer C&S: http://amzn.com/B00HJJUS1Q . It works.

Why does it come in such strange package sizes? 14, 19 and 28 lb. Why not 15, 20, 30? Is that common in the US? Are these values special somehow?

Other people have good ideas in this thread but also there is special cat-attractive litter box training litter that you should try. It works for re-training too. https://www.amazon.com/Dr-Elseys-Attract-Problem-Training/dp/B000PKY7YA

Maybe for the water try setting a faucet to a drip or light stream and see if she will drink that. Most cats love drinking out of the faucet, so maybe she will too.

One time when my cat was sick she wouldn't drink at all, and she hates wet food so we had a tough time. But we threw some of her treats that she really liked in a bowl of water and it sort of forced her to get some water in the process.

Also, I don't know how well it works, but there's stuff you can put in the litter box that is supposed to help cats use it. Something like this. Or maybe even just a different kind of litter might help. Oh, or maybe special bad-cat litter.

You should try using Precious Cat Litter. It's unscented, clumps well, and is highly effective at controlling odor. I have two cats and it's the only brand I will buy.

I also live in a small apartment, and I have one of these. It's a nice alternative if you can't afford a robotic box. You still have to interact with it every day, but it's just a tug of a handle and you're done. It really does an amazing job of keeping the smell down to almost nothing, and it fits in any open nook you have. Literally the only space I have to put the thing in my place is in a corner in my kitchen (large kitchen), but no one even realizes it's there. And, my super picky cat has no problem using it, as long as I leave the flap open.

I'm using this: http://www.amazon.com/Litter-Original-Crystal-7-Pound-Package/dp/B001HWE6F0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1395292406&sr=8-1&keywords=litter+pearls

as it was the only litter that was silica based that I could find at the pet stores near me. I don't know if Exqusicat is any different, but honestly I feel like HF beads are the way to go for me. My humidity held at 68% for a day and then dropped to 50% later the next day, and then after stirring the litter and adding a tiny bit of distilled water the humidity skyrocketed into the mid 70's. It's just been too much work for the past five days and I'm looking for a bit more of a fire and forget solution.

I'd really really really like these:

Kindle Case - $12.99

Shampoo - $30.90

Laundry detergent - $19.29

Cat Litter - $15.99

Notecards - $13.99

https://www.amazon.com/Yesterdays-News-Non-Clumping-Unscented-30-Pound/dp/B0002AQ0BQ

here ya go, this is the best stuff

My cat is also big at 15 lbs. He peed outside his covered litterbox for years. Then I switched him to an open litterbox, and since then he's peed in the box without incident. I think big cats just have a hard time using covered litter boxes. I have my open litterbox in our larger bathroom, which we don't really use much. It's a bit icky to have it in open view but less icky than cat pee everywhere.

I don't know how legit it is but Amazon sells cat litterbox attracting stuff.

I started using this cat litter when I needed something I could easily order online, before I had been using Tidy Cats and this is just so much better. Tidy Cats clumps tend to break up and I had to just start with a completely new batch of litter every so often. I don't have to do that with this litter because any bits that are used just stick together so well. I recommend trying the small bag to see if you like it.

The funny thing is, you can get that shipped to your house in 3 days with Amazon Prime these days. For 18 bucks.


Edit - also, 40lbs!

Have you seen these - https://www.amazon.com/Catit-Design-SmartSift-Sifting-Cat/dp/B009B83V76

I bought one a few years ago and it's a godsend. You can even go a step up with the litter robot that doesn't even need you to pull a lever.

Have you recently changed litter? My cat started vomiting daily...really bad to the point I thought he was dying. Turns out he developed mild asthma and the perfume in most litters was causing a reaction.


I truly truly recommend this for all cat owners....
http://www.amazon.com/YESTERDAYS-PRODUCTS-702303-YesterdayS-News/dp/B004UMLZXA

I've had my Siamese for almost two years and have tried several different litters. Luckily, he's never been picky even when he was a kitten. I found the latest one I bought is the best one at masking unwanted odors; it's made from crushed walnut shells. I get it from Amazon .

I use the yesterdays news litter in a breeze system litter box. It's the only thing that controls odor for me. All of the urine is soaked up in a puppy pad underneath the box, and then the litter disguises any excess smell whole also allowing urine to fall through the grate so my bun doesn't get yellow feet. I also put hay on top of this. Maybe you just need to try a different litter?? In the meantime, consider giving him so laxatone to allow passage for any foreign materials through his GI tract.

[yesterday's news litter ](Yesterday's News Cat Litter, Non-Clumping, Unscented, 30-Pound Bag, Pack of 1 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002AQ0BQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_UzHjyb9PKFD7B)

[breeze litter system ](Tidy Cats Cat Litter, Breeze, Litter Box Kit System, 1 Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001411SK0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_PAHjybB6VN6HP)

[](Laxatone (2.5 oz) by Vetoquinol https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000CQWEE2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_mCHjybR50SXG0)

Dr. Elsey's Precious Cat Ultra Cat Litter, 40 pound bag | $13.68

This Precious Cat Ultra Premium Clumping Cat Litter plus this Zero Odor keeps my two cat household odor free.

I recently had this problem with a new kitten we brought home (she even peed down our floor air vent.)

How many litter boxes do you have? I read that some cats want more than one box for various reasons such as disliking doing both numbers in the same box or just preferring options. And they are more likely to remember to use them. (I have two boxes and two cats. I read I should have 3 boxes for 2 cats, but my cats seem satisfied now and I have no place else to put a 3rd box)

Also, you can try Cat Attract litter....I bought some and my kitten hasn't peed out of the box since I got it.
https://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Attract-Problem-Training/dp/B0009X49IC

I also second the vet recommendation too, just in case.

My rabbit needs critter litter! Thanks for the contest!

I had a similar problem and went for one of the litters meant to attract the cats (specifically "Dr. Elsey's Precious Cat Cat Attract Scoopable Cat Litter" https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009X49IC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fRv-BbKVS9TF1) and it fixed all the problems instantly.

Well, you can go through the regular stuff and see if it helps:

• Dr. Elseys Cat Attract
• Feliway
• Breeze Hard Clay Litter Box System

We use the Precious Cat Ultra Premium Clumping Cat Litter. Our 2 cats go through a 40lb bag a month. It's pretty cheap too.

Dr Elseys Ultra is the best, it doesn't smell at all and its very low tracking.

https://www.amazon.com/Dr-Elseys-Premium-Clumping-Litter/dp/B0009X29WK/ref=sr_1_4?crid=9IXJH5IAW5CF&keywords=dr+elseys+cat+litter&qid=1569269726&s=gateway&sprefix=dr+e%2Caps%2C163&sr=8-4

Have you tried several litters? This one might help. It has good reviews on amazon for troublesome kitties.

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https://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Attract-Problem-Training/dp/B0009X49IC

I forget what it is specifically, but something in this crystal cat litter helps keep the windows from fogging

https://www.amazon.com/Fresh-Step-Crystals-Premium-Clumping/dp/B001OQXEHK

Oh I didn't even think of this one, that's a good one. We exclusively use this Arm & Hammer kind now, because it - and a top-entry litter box - helped keep our Dachshund out of the box. But if not this stuff, Tidy Cats or bust.

Have you tried cat attractant (like this) in the litter? The rescue people gave us some to put in the box when we adopted our cat, they said it helps prevent accidents. I'm not really sure if it made a difference for our cat but it's something to try if you haven't already.

Alright I'm going to be completely honest here. I live in a studio apartment. I haven't cleaned my cat's box in... 13 days. It's getting done tomorrow morning, okay?!

Anyway. No cat smell here. All I can tell you is that I use Dr. Elsey's Ultra.

$14 for a 40lb bag.

It's not even a case of "You wouldn't notice it because you live in it all the time so you're used to it." - I'd notice it upon coming home from work if it were bad. I smell nothing here. Also, decent ventilation via windows helps.

It's called Cat Attract, petco should have it. You might need to confine him to a bathroom with his litterbox so he gets back in the habbit.


Got prime. It's on sale:
http://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Attract-Problem-Training/dp/B0009X49IC

Have you tried cat attract litter?

Some cat food. My cat eats grain-free, and a change will upset his little cat stomach an awful lot. But a recent unexpected bill has made it so hard to buy some, and I don't want him to ever go hungry. I'm portioning it out as best I can now, but it won't last long.

I'm almost out of cat litter even more than I am out of food, though. Either one, really. I'm Turking as fast as I can. God, I don't deserve to be a cat mom.

I'm going through something similar with my 18-year-old cat this year so I understand. It's tough!

Blood panel and urinalysis are step #1. Inappropriate elimination is often caused by UTIs, which may be easily fixed with antibiotics. The tests could also reveal other things like kidney disease at her age. You should also have her blood pressure checked regularly if you're not already doing so. (On a personal note: if your vet didn't do that already then seriously get another vet. A urinalysis is the first thing vets do in cases like this.)

At her age, mobility limitations may make getting in and out of litter boxes difficult. Try boxes with lower sides, maybe <6.5". Plastic under-bed storage totes work well and you can use a garbage bag as a liner if desired. Keep litter boxes clean and have at least two, preferably in low traffic areas.

If a UTI is excluded and kidney infection is unlikely then you could try a trial of fluoxetine (Prozac) or pain med like buprenorphine for arthritis, etc.

Containment is key while you're figuring things out. Here's what I've done in case it gives you any ideas:

• A $10 baby gate keeps my cat in one area.
  
• In that area, I've covered the carpet with cheap shower curtain liners taped together. They're 2/$3 at my grocery store.
  
• I bought a dozen cheap white towels (~$30 on eBay or Amazon) and laid them on the curtain liners. They soak up the urine when he pees, then I wash them and deodorize the sheet underneath.
  
• I placed multiple, low-sided litter boxes in the area and stopped using hooded boxes.
  
• I've been trying new, softer litters. The next one on my list is Cat Attract, which seems to have positive reviews.
  
• I tried Feliway (no effect) and Rescue Remedy (moderate effect).
  
• I did a 10-day trial of buprenorphine. It had no effect but was good to rule out generalized pain from arthritis or another source.
  
• I gave a round of antibiotics which did stop the peeing in a day or two. The behavior ultimately came back so I'm going to try a longer course now.
  
• I started daily fluoxetine for good measure.
  
  If it's cognitive dysfunction (senility) there's not a ton you can do to fix the problem, just minimize the damage.
  
  Here's the thing: My cat's peeing is mostly an inconvenience to ME and I'm not going to put him down for that reason alone, as much as the situation sucks. When it's time to give up for his sake I will, but he's been a wonderful cat and I can put up with this problem if needed. I'm willing to try everything (provided it's noninvasive to him) to alleviate the problem. It sounds like that's your view as well and I commend you on searching for solutions.
  
  I wish you luck! It's hard but you might find that one little change (antibiotics, different litter, new box) fixes everything.

We bought a litter additive for our cat in a similar situation. She's in a small room by herself with this in her litterbox and so far, so good.
Precious Cat Ultra Litter Attractant, 20 Ounces https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000PKUUU0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_WEs9ybK3EQ3ZH

The Pet and Household deals no longer fit in the main post, even after editing out the prices, so here they are if you're looking for them:


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If you do pursue a fridge, check out open box options. I picked up an Kolfront 28 Open Box $149 and a Scratch & Dent for $85; one for a beer cellar, one for a wineador. I can't tell the difference between the two. link

I put kitty litter in three trays (two beneath my hidden compartment and one sitting above my boxes) with no problem. HF beads were 3x the price and I've done great with KL. No matter what you chose, yup, the sack/tray of beads will fit under the shelving.
[link]
(http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001HWE6F0/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&psc=1)

It holds at 69% throughout my wineador (after an initial spray with distilled water), without a fan (the temp is on the lowest setting, circulating air and keeping things at ~65 F.)

I bought 4 drawers and 2 shelves from Forrest, but quickly figured out box tetris is much easier with just one shelf.

I concur that towers are a better option, if you don't plan to plug in the fridge, and probably more economical once you get past the ~500 cigar mark. That said, I bought a wineador for temperature insurance; it gets wicked hot in DC. If you know you're moving, I suggest wineador.

I suggest this. I have a kitten who would go everywhere but the box. I almost had to return her to the shelter i got her from when they recommended this and it works.

The 'fish tank gravel' is silica crystals, most easily found in cat litter. It acts as a desiccant, drying out the air in the container and hence, the filament.

Poop/pee be stank. Here are my litter box tips:

1. Arm n Hammer C&S: http://amzn.com/B00HJJUS1Q . It works.
   
   
2. Stay on top of it. Scoop and dump poop right away if you can.
   
   
3. Un-neutered males have very strong smelling urine. So will cats that are dehydrated.
   
   
4. If pee smell is the problem, you can try filling the bottom of the litter pan with Pine: http://amzn.com/B0009YUEG2 . I've tried using Pine only, and that doesn't work for me.
   
   
5. If you have a lidded cat box, be sure to wash the lids every now and then. Cat urine can make the lids super stank.
   
   

Right off the top of my head, maybe try using a litter attractant? Read through the reviews, and there are some other good tips from people with similar behavioral problems.

Jackson Galaxy is not a fan of the litter robot. because poop & pee get all over it inside.

this is the cat litter i use & i am a big fan.
https://smile.amazon.com/Dr-Elseys-Premium-Clumping-Litter/dp/B0009X29WK/ref=sr_1_4?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1524180875&sr=1-4&keywords=cat+litter

My local pet stores do not carry it, so I purchase mine from Amazon. Your local stores may or may not. They also have a litter. https://www.amazon.com/Cat-Attract-CATATTRACT20-20-oz/dp/B000O5JXKO/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1520777088&sr=8-3&keywords=cat+attract

This is the specific product I'm wondering about.

We could really use some cat litter. I think the why is kinda self explanatory. Plus my fiance lost his job last week and the week before that car issues basically wiped out our savings. He's looking for a new job now and still waiting for unemployment to kick in which always takes forever (gotta love New York state).

Edit: fixed typo.

I need this for my smelly kitties.

precious cat

i should have been specific about the litter:

https://www.amazon.com/Arm-Hammer-Super-Litter-Unscented/dp/B004U8Z7DI/ref=pd_sim_199_1?ie=UTF8&dpID=61FPkZxLRVL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL320_SR266%2C320_&refRID=015CDH82BJ26F18PZJ9D

https://www.amazon.com/Arm-Hammer-Double-Duty-Litter/dp/B004U8Z436/ref=pd_bxgy_199_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=Y0FQSSRGN8QAV1JEAXYJ

This is what I use.

https://www.amazon.com/Buffalo-Naturally-Fresh-Multi-Cat-Clumping/dp/B00BPA12MO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1466985536&sr=8-1&keywords=blue+buffalo+walnut

Yesterday's news

https://www.amazon.com/YESTERDAYS-PRODUCTS-702303-YesterdayS-News/dp/B004UMLZXA

The Rebate form

amazon link

Chewy.com link

It's this one i think https://www.amazon.com/Catit-Design-SmartSift-Sifting-Cat/dp/B009B83V76

https://www.chewy.com/dr-elseys-precious-cat-attract-cat/dp/32364?utm_source=google-product&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=hg&utm_content=Dr.%20Elsey%27s&utm_term=&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI9begjoLP1QIVUyOBCh3Pdwx3EAQYASABEgKKMvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

https://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Litter-Attractant-Ounces/dp/B000PKUUU0/ref=pd_bxgy_199_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B000PKUUU0&pd_rd_r=QF6FZRV9XCSKEGZ1JNAW&pd_rd_w=IeBJM&pd_rd_wg=Q97vb&psc=1&refRID=QF6FZRV9XCSKEGZ1JNAW

This one?

I grow mine in recycled paper-based cat liter. Learned it from the local myclological society: https://www.amazon.com/YESTERDAYS-PRODUCTS-702303-YesterdayS-News/dp/B004UMLZXA

We use crystal litter

https://www.amazon.com/Fresh-Step-Crystals-Premium-Clumping/dp/B001OQXEHK

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0009X29WK

On amazon.com it's 13$ for 40 pounds (so 18kg, so 4 box I was talking about) : https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0009X29WK/

I use this litter and don't have issue with odor: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0009X29WK/

Hmm, we've bought the "Cat Attract" litter from the same brand and it sounds like it's the same stuff already mixed with litter. She used that for a couple of days then stopped again. But what the hell, I guess it's worth a shot.

https://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Attract-Problem-Training/dp/B000PKY7YA

She might have a UTI, and is associating the litter box with her pain. Take her to the vet for confirmation.

Clean the area with an enzyme cleaner. Add another litter box as /u/ajru222 suggested. You can also add a litter attractant.

I had an issue with my kitten for the few weeks I brought her home. What I did was buy some of this 'cat attract' litter and bought a few disposable litter pans. I then put the pans near where she tended to go to the bathroom and after a few weeks of no accidents I removed the temporary litter pans. She's now two years old and has not once gone outside the regular litter pans.

I don't think attention is the problem, the little guy is just a few weeks old and doesn't know any better. :)

What are you feeding them? That will really cause their shit to stink.

Also, the best cat litter i've ever used is
http://www.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Premium-Clumping-Litter/dp/B0009X29WK/ref=sr_1_1?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1422476523&sr=1-1&keywords=cat+litter

If you try the Arm and Hammer and you don't like it, I recommend Precious Cat Clumping litter.
I live in a small apartment with 2 cats and 2 dogs, and the litter boxes have to be in my bedroom. This litter is the only litter that doesn't make my room smell like piss or gross fragrance. It's low dust too, which is nice for my asthma cat.

Try this brand.

When I switched very slowly to a closed litter box system, my older cat defiantly took a poo on the carpet. This litter automatically had him going into the designated litter box and he's had no problems since.

>we punish him

Well like I just said, that won't do anything. Ever. The chances of that having any positive effect on his behavior is exactly 0. So fuck off with that, you're pointlessly pissing off the cat and achieving no results.

Keep the litterboxes as clean as possible, which is easy enough to do with a cleaning in the morning and at night- shouldn't take more than 5 minutes. Make sure they're big enough for the cat and deep enough for enough litter (3" deep is generally recommended). Use this shit. It's cheap and cats love it. Don't have a litterbox near where they eat, cats like to keep all their businesses separate- food, water, and litter locations shouldn't be close together.

"Litterboxes" wasn't a typo by the way, the rule of thumb is that you should have one litterbox per cat in the house plus an additional litterbox. One cat = two boxes, two cats = three boxes, three cats = four boxes etc etc etc. Have them be somewhat spread throughout the house. Have one in your room or bathroom if your cat goes there a lot.

If your cat is "marking" aggressively then pheromone diffusers can sometimes help, but it really varies from individual to individual and it can take 2 weeks or so before it typically has a result, so it's kind of frustrating to use it if it doesn't end up doing anything. If you're out of options then you may as well try, though.

Is your cat declawed by any chance? Declawed cats fucking despise litter because it irritates their amputated toe stumps so they tend to poop outside of the box.

So, I'm assuming you're like me and have already gone online and did a bunch of research before asking here. If your cat cleared the vet check and you've done all the things the blogs have said (change the litter often, enzyme cleaner, blocked access off to the pee areas, removed stressors like neighborhood cats, etc), then I suggest a) changing the size/type of litter box to either a larger one or one that has a lower entry, and b) use cat attract. https://smile.amazon.com/Precious-Cat-Attract-Problem-Training/dp/B000PKY7YA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1496968977&sr=8-1&keywords=cat+attract

I did everything, and my cats checked out fine, but for 6 months they terrorized my poor floors, always in the same spots. I used enzyme cleaner, but they'd just return... I used tape, foil, etc and they'd pee just right on it. At one point I blocked off all their pee areas for a month, and they used the boxes fine, but as soon as they were allowed access they found new spots in the areas. I changed out the top-entry boxes we had been using for 6+ years (same style, not the exact same box) to lower ones, and that helped, but it didn't fix all of it. The lower boxes + cat attract did it.

I tried to change back to the top-entry boxes with cat attract, but them cats wouldn't have it... Sigh. But that worked for us - lower boxes and cat attract.

Tidy Cats Pure Nature It's the only litter one of my cats will use. It clumps well but the corn does tend to get slimy when wet, making clean up a pain in the ass.

Wheat Scoop

Feline Pine

okocat

Purina Yesterday's News

OurPets Switchgrass Litter

There is absolutely no reason for your cat to use what your mom insists on doing.

hey, i actually had the same problem with my cat no matter what i tried ie peeing in front of door, on floor of cage, in bathtub, etc. i was ready to give him away because i couldn't stand it anymore.

out of desperation, i tried this litter: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000PKY7YA/ref=pe_2640190_232586610_pd_te_s_rp_im/143-3917075-9626860?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B000PKY7YA&pd_rd_r=S079S5VPE7AZ6H3B4CCH&pd_rd_w=JQz3E&pd_rd_wg=SKC3y&pf_rd_i=email-ship-confirmation&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=3227214142&pf_rd_r=S079S5VPE7AZ6H3B4CCH&pf_rd_s=email-ship-confirmation&pf_rd_t=40701 . Didn't expect ANYTHING to come of it, but immediately after I switched, he stopped peeing on the floor. I'm not sure why he changed so all of a sudden, but as of 6 months ago, he's had no accidents whatsoever.

I wanted one and I hate money... but I got sifting litter boxes off amazon, the ones with the top. My god it is literally the best thing I've ever done when it came to litter. Along with one of those poop boxes or whatever they are called that has the bag that you dump the litter into.

2 of these if you get these: Do not follow the instructions and leave the sifting pan in with the litter. Have a pan with litter, then the sifting pan, then the other pan. Take out the pan with the litter, dump it into the sifting pan, then pull out the sifting pan to sift the litter. Place sifting pan back in the empty pan, and place the litter pan back on top of the sifting pan.

1 of these

w/ these generic refils

with this litter

on these mats

It is the best system I have used and I have used almost everything. I had the litter robot gen 1 and ended hating it because it would get full so fast with 2 cats and then would get shit all over itself and then getting a bag in there was a pain in the ass and it stank