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Why Your Cat Chooses a Flower Pot Instead of a Litter Box: Find Out the Reasons
23.01.2024 19:10
Cats are clean animals that use a litter box.
But sometimes they may prefer a flower pot. Why does this happen and how can you fix it?
Psychological factors
Cats may show interest in flower pots due to stress or anxiety. It is a way to mark territory and feel secure.
To help a cat, you need to create comfort and pay more attention to your pet.
Physiological factors
A cat may choose a flower pot because of health problems. This may be due to diseases of the urinary tract, kidneys, liver or other organs.
To identify and treat diseases, you need to conduct veterinary examinations, monitor food and water, and consult a specialist if symptoms occur.
Hygiene factors
A cat may choose a flower pot because the litter box is not suitable for the cat. This may be due to the type, size, shape, location, or filler of the litter box, as well as its cleanliness or odor.
To make the tray attractive, you need to regularly clean and wash the tray, change the filler and monitor the smell.
How to solve the problem
If your cat chooses a flower pot, you need to find the cause and eliminate it. Here are some tips:
1. Contact your veterinarian for a health check.
2. Create a calm and safe environment for your pet.
3. Choose the appropriate litter box and litter, and keep them clean and fresh.
4. Fence off or remove flower pots, or place obstacles on them.
5. Reward your cat when she uses the litter box and punish her when she uses the flower pot.
Previously, we wrote about what tasty foods are strictly forbidden to give to a domestic ferret.
