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How can I get my new kitten to consistently use his litter box?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 4 months and 13 days old | 2 lbs

Hi my name is Cristian i got a new male kitten he's mostly white and I'm having trouble getting him to use the litter box he'll use it some times but other times wont the box is always cleaned out i just dont know what to do can u please help me?

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on December 3rd, 2017

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This is often solved by trying a different cat litter and adding another litter box in the household. I think trying this would likely help you very much. He is also absolutely adorable! Good luck!

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