My newly adopted kitten isn't using the litter box. Is this normal?

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I have just adopted a 4 month old kitten and I have had her about 24 hours now and she is yet to use the bathroom she is eating very well and I was told she is litter trained but I don’t know what the issue is. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I am sure Gala just needs time to adjust. If your house is large it is always best to confine new cats to one room for several days, until they have used the box. Then let the cat out to explore the house but leave the box in that room. Then over time move the box to the location you prefer it to be in. You can also place Gala frequently in the box so she knows where it is. I am sure she will go soon! If it is longer than 2 days for urine I would start looking around the house if you decide to not confine her and if it is greater than 3 days for poop I'd have her seen by your Vet. I hope this helps and I wish you and Gala the best of luck!

My newly adopted kitten isn't using the litter box. Is this normal?

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