My cat just got neutered. Why isn't he using the litter box at all?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Havana Brown | Male | neutered | 1 year old | 10.27 lbs
My cat got neutered and hasn't used the litter box yet. Why?
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Published on July 12th, 2018
It depends on when your guy had surgery and if you mean urine/feces or both. If recent it could be anesthesia related as this can slow the gi tract down and/or he may be a little tired from the procedure/sedation. It could also be pain related. Do you notice anything abnormal about the neuter site (redness, swelling, discharge)? If he is eating and drinking normally then he will re establish normality soon. If he is not feeling well or you are worried about the surgery site it would be best to have him checked by your vet. I hope this helps and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!
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Published on March 25th, 2017
Congrats on your new cat! He's certainly had a lot of stress with being neutered and then moving into a new home, but it isn't normal that he won't use the litter box at all. I would check around your room to see if he has gone to the bathroom elsewhere, but if he hasn't, then I would have DeCaprio seen by a vet.
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