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Why is my male cat constantly in the litter box and straining?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 20 years and 3 months old | 12 lbs

My 9 yr old male cat keeps going to liter box non-stop and he acts like he’s covering it up? What’s wrong with him please

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Answered By Claudia Fioravanti

Veterinarian

Published on November 11th, 2019

Hi, he could have some troubles urinating or passing feaces. I would recommend to keep a close eye on him, is he producing urine ? If so, small amounts little and often ? If so he could have cystitis or difficulties passing urine.. and it would be best to have him checked over.

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