I have tried EVERYTHING to get Scruff to use her litter box. 1. Multiple types of litter 2. Diffuser 3. Putting her in the litter box 4. Putting the box in a quiet place 5 . adequate number of litter boxes She has been to the vet, she's healthy. I don't know what to do, She just will not use the litter box. Any suggestions? She is about 3 months old, previously feral. Very friendly, adapting well to inside except for this issue. Pet's info: Cat | American Curl | Female | 3 lbs

I'm so sorry that you're dealing with this with scruff. I would consider Dr. Elsey's Cat Attract litter (https://www.drelseys.com/shop/cat-attract/) or additive (https://www.drelseys.com/shop/ultra-litter-attractant/). I would also consider covering part of a litterbox in sand or dirt to attract Scruff if she is used to going outside. Some cats hate covered litter boxes and some love them. I would try to use the hints of where Scruff is going to try to replicate those conditions in the litterbox. If she is going in the bath tub or on a tile floor, then leave half of the litter box empty for her go on a hard surface. If she likes soft surfaces, then try shredded paper or a soft paper litter. I would also consider something like Yesterdays News because kittens often like to dig in it (https://www.yesterdaysnews.com/Products/CatLitter.aspx). Good luck! I hope that was helpful and gives you some ideas. Thanks for using PetCoach.

My only other suggestion would be a dog crate with just enough room for the box and a tiny bed. If he tends to go in a specific area you could also try to micmic that with a different box: empty plastic box if he poops in the bathtub or box with a potty pad if he pees on fabric. It sounds like you’ve tried everything else!

I'm sorry you're having this issue with Scruff! Inappropriate elimination (peeing or pooping outside the litter box) in cats can be frustrating and difficult to treat. In your situation it may be a bit complicated by your issue with space as this may be a large stressor for Scruff. The first step you should take is scheduling an appointment for your cat to see a veterinarian. A lot of times a cat will start going outside of the litter box due to health problems like urinating tract infections, pain, urinary tract inflammation and digestive problems. Once you have established that there aren't any medical reasons for inappropriate elimination the following may be helpful: 1. Cats will urinate or defecate outside of the litter box for stress related reasons. Therefore it is best to keep the litter boxes in several different, quiet areas of the household. 2. A pheromone diffuser like Feliway Multicat can be quite helpful. 3. Ensure you have at least one litter box in the household per cat plus one. For example, if you have 3 cats, then 4 litter boxes are recommended. 4. Feeding an all canned food diet can help if there is inflammation in the bladder. There are also prescription diets available to help with bladder inflammation or digestive issues. Your veterinarian can help you choose the best one for your cat. 5. The litter boxes should be cleaned once to twice daily and completely emptied and washed weekly. Most cats prefer litter to be the clumping type that is kept a few inches deep. Certain litter types like Dr. Elsey's Cat Attract litter may be helpful. Litter boxes should be very large with a low cut out to make it easier for older cats with arthritis to climb inside. 6. If you are still having problems after taking the above steps you may want to talk to your veterinarian about behavioral medication. These articles may be helpful to you: https://www.petcoach.co/article/5-common-litter-box-mistakes/ https://www.petcoach.co/article/litter-box-training-for-your-kitten/ Thanks for using PetCoach and good luck!