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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

We have recently got a new cat a week ago. She is 2 years old and doesn't like to use her litter tray to go number 2.

Has anyone else had this problem and is there a way to solve it?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Have you tried 2 litter trays? Some cats don't like to piss where they shit. You should also use an enclosed litter tray to give them privacy and help them feel safe.

However, if it's a rescue that had some trauma then you may be dealing with a dysfunctional cat and need a vets advice.

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By *ruceyyMan
over a year ago

London

"We have recently got a new cat a week ago. She is 2 years old and doesn't like to use her litter tray to go number 2.

Has anyone else had this problem and is there a way to solve it?"

Was she an outside cat before you got her?

She may not like the litter or the tray might not be big enough or in enough of a secluded place for her.

Cats like to poop in fresh environments secretly not out in the open.

Try moving the litter tray to the quietest part of the house and if it's not big enough for her, get a bigger one. Also experiment with different litter brands

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By *ruceyyMan
over a year ago

London

"Have you tried 2 litter trays? Some cats don't like to piss where they shit. You should also use an enclosed litter tray to give them privacy and help them feel safe.

However, if it's a rescue that had some trauma then you may be dealing with a dysfunctional cat and need a vets advice."

Oh yeah the two litter tray thing too! She knows!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Have you tried 2 litter trays? Some cats don't like to piss where they shit. You should also use an enclosed litter tray to give them privacy and help them feel safe.

However, if it's a rescue that had some trauma then you may be dealing with a dysfunctional cat and need a vets advice.

Oh yeah the two litter tray thing too! She knows! "

Also, the type of litter matters, too. Cats can be fussy as fuck.

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By *ilsaGeorgeCouple
over a year ago

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"Have you tried 2 litter trays? Some cats don't like to piss where they shit. You should also use an enclosed litter tray to give them privacy and help them feel safe.

However, if it's a rescue that had some trauma then you may be dealing with a dysfunctional cat and need a vets advice.

Oh yeah the two litter tray thing too! She knows!

Also, the type of litter matters, too. Cats can be fussy as fuck."

This too. Our cat was a really fussy when he was a kitten.

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By *ruceyyMan
over a year ago

London

"Have you tried 2 litter trays? Some cats don't like to piss where they shit. You should also use an enclosed litter tray to give them privacy and help them feel safe.

However, if it's a rescue that had some trauma then you may be dealing with a dysfunctional cat and need a vets advice.

Oh yeah the two litter tray thing too! She knows!

Also, the type of litter matters, too. Cats can be fussy as fuck."

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By *ools and the brainCouple
over a year ago

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Try with different litter just in case that's the problem avoid scented.

Perhaps put some outside soil in mixed with little so a familiar outside smell in the litter tray may help.

Put the tray where the cat is going to toilet.

Learn your cat's meows and actions I know when ours need it due to a different meow to FEED ME HUMAN SERVANT.

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
over a year ago

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Your cat probably may just need time to settle down and find their confidence.. I'd try with the garden soil, in an area where they can't make a mess, perhaps with newspaper etc underneath the tray. If they feel it's a place they own, it may be more welcoming and secure. Time may be the main thing that encourages them to settle in and be ready

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

My elderly cat has started doing this and it's because she has bowel problems and pain when pooping. So she's associated the tray with painful poops and will instead go literally anywhere else. Definitely get your kitty checked by a vet to be on the safe side. They will have lots of advice and a good practice will have a behaviour specialist you can speak to.

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By *odevilWoman
over a year ago

exeter

"We have recently got a new cat a week ago. She is 2 years old and doesn't like to use her litter tray to go number 2.

Has anyone else had this problem and is there a way to solve it?"

Try moving the litter tray around to places that are tucked away/private.

Also get a feliway plug-in. Chances are, the cat is unsettled by the move.

DO NOT tell the cat off! She'll just get more stressed out.

You can also try making a fuss of her and/or giving her treats near (ish) to the litter tray area to let her know it's a safe space.

It should settle down with some patience and reassurance if there were no issues prior to the move.

Just a note though that it could be a sign of something wrong with her tummy. Might be worth a vet check up if there are any other symptoms of illness or if you've exhausted all other suggestions and there's no sign of improvement after a settling in period .

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By *atnip make me purrWoman
over a year ago

Reading

"My elderly cat has started doing this and it's because she has bowel problems and pain when pooping. So she's associated the tray with painful poops and will instead go literally anywhere else. Definitely get your kitty checked by a vet to be on the safe side. They will have lots of advice and a good practice will have a behaviour specialist you can speak to."

Our elderly cat did this too. He had bad constipation

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
over a year ago

The Town by The Cross

Have you tried knowledgeable advice from books about cats, websites about cats, PDSA or vets or general info sites. Long time cat owners ... ?

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By *olf and RedCouple
over a year ago

Nr Cardiff or at Chams Darlaston

Cats always like somewhere quiet to go to toilet and not to be watched. She could be stressed & unsettled as it’s a new environment. I had one cat who had colitis when I rescued him. It settled on its own eventually.

Like others have said, it’s about the right type of litter as well. Hope it settles soon.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Hiya.

As its been said, more than one litter tray may work. Make sure they are deep filled so they can dig a hole to poop in and cover up. Also they should be large enough for the cat to be able to move around a bit. Gravel has more of a natural feel to them than woodchip.

Hooded trays may help.

Good luck!

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