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Cats Suddenly Stopped Using Their Litter Box, Why?

Posted by Robin (Leavenworth, Kansas) on 10/05/2016

16 year old male & 14 year old female old cats

Both of my cats have suddenly stopped using their little box. They will potty next to the box, in their water, next to their food, in their bed, everwhere except the box. I have used the same litter since they were kittens, the box is clean, and easy for them to get to. Help!!! I don't understand why this is happening!!! My Vet wants at least $100.00 to see them & unfortunately I can't afford this at this time.

Replied by Kt
Usa
10/12/2016

This is just another guess...is the litter scented? The scented kind could be irritating because they squat down right in it. I had two cats and never had that problem. I used plain litter and put the litter box inside a larger enclosed cardboard box, with an access hole, that helped absorb odor. I removed stool everyday and changed the litter once a week. I sometimes used plain baking soda in the litter. My brother doodled some funny pictures and sayings on the larger box, just for fun.