How to get my frail kitten to eat wet food and use the litter box?

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I have tried to get him potty trained and to eat wet food. I've put the wet food on his paws and nose for weeks now, and all I can get him to eat is his kitty liter. I've had his mother show the liter how to use the bathroom in the kitty liter box many times, but he still refuses. His brother and sister are both trained and are a good size. The mom isn't producing as much milk anymore, and this cat is starting to get frail. What should I do to get him potty trained and eating wet food? Pet's info: Cat | Bombay | Male | unneutered | 1 month and 21 days old

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Warm the food slightly or mix n a teaspoon of baby food to stimulate his appetite. A gruel or slurry can also be made using dry kitten food and an appropriate kitten milk replacer. Do not use cow milk. Gradually decrease the liquid and mix in wetr food. Then, you can gradually decrease the dry food until he is eating canned food only. Patience and consistency are necessary in litterbox training. When he defecates or urinates outside the box, use a tissue to pick up the stool or soak up the urine and transfer it to the box. Place him in the box to sniff and inspect it. Litterbox attractants may also help to get him into the box.

How to get my frail kitten to eat wet food and use the litter box?

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