Why Do Cat's Stop Using Litter Boxes

A cat that stops using a litter box can be caused by many different things. It is the most common complaint of all cat owners, but is also the one way a cat complains about a problem he or she is having. It is important to pay attention to your cat's needs as they are just as much a part of the family as other pets.

Here is a list of possible reasons why your cat has stopped using the litter box:

• medical ailment
• sanitation problem
• wrong litter or litter box
• inappropriate location of the litter box
• too many cats and not enough territory or litter boxes
• location of the litter box is too busy or not private enough for the cat
• stressed by a change in routine or environment, such as a new baby, new furniture, work schedule changes, vacations, overnight guests, or a move

Hopefully these hints will help resolve the situation.