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My cat won't pee in the litter box anymore. What's the problem?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Female | spayed | 5 years and 10 months old | 15 lbs

6-year-old female cat will not pee in litter box anymore.

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Answered By Kevin Sanada, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 21st, 2018

There are a few different reasons why a cat may stop using their litter box. It's best to first check for some of the common causes. Below is a link to a good article about the common causes. It's also possible that Daisy is not using the litter box due to a medical condition. If you can't find a behavioral problem then it would be best to take her to the vet for an exam. https://www.petcoach.co/article/5-common-litter-box-mistakes/ I hope that helps and all is well with Daisy.

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    Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

    Veterinarian

    Published on August 7th, 2017

    It's not likely at her age to be a behavioral problem, it's probably a medical condition- could be kidney failure, hyperthyroidism or something else. i strongly recommend taking her to the vet in order to get that checked.

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on October 23rd, 2020

    There may be a medical reason behind Creamy not using the litter box such a kidney failure. Kidney failure can be common in senior cats. I recommend taking her into the vet for a geriatric blood panel and urinalysis. If she does have a medical problem like kidney failure, the vet can discuss treatment options. Give her vet a call now. Best of luck.

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